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Document | Title | Date |
20080196785 | Filling Apparatus - This invention relates to a filling apparatus ( | 08-21-2008 |
20080202624 | System and method for monitoring a ground connection - Exemplary systems and methods are directed to monitoring a ground connection at a fueling facility. The system being configured to perform the method that includes measuring a vehicle ground quality. The method also includes determining a dispenser ground quality, evaluating the vehicle ground quality based on the dispenser ground quality and a threshold value, and controlling the dispensing of fuel based on the evaluation. | 08-28-2008 |
20080202625 | Method and device for inflating with pressurized air - A container capable of withstanding high air pressure from within, with one way valve and connector for filling and refilling with compressed air. Another one way valve and connector to fit vehicle tires and other objects requiring air pressure and/or volume. Option to add different adaptors to fit different objects. Option to have pressure gauges to measure and show incoming air pressure, outgoing air pressure and static pressure in container at any point in time. Option for the container to be fitted into the item requiring inflation. Container or pressurized air for attachment to a bicycle. | 08-28-2008 |
20080202626 | FILLING NEEDLE - Disclosed is a filling needle of a fluid-dispensing system, the filling needle including a needle portion that is a metallic material, a hub affixed to an end of the needle portion, wherein the hub is non-metallic and configured to securely associate with the fluid-dispensing system, and allow the fluid-dispensing system to be in fluid communication with the needle portion. | 08-28-2008 |
20080223477 | Filling Machine with Pivotable Bottle Support and Filling Under-Counter Pressure or Without Counter-Pressure - A universal valve for aseptic filling of drinking liquids in which a fork is articulated on a fulcrum to allow a bottle inclination during a lifting operation to optimize an aseptic filling process of carbonated drinking liquids by reducing their turbulence. | 09-18-2008 |
20080257446 | Tinting Machine System - A tinting machine system for tinting base paint supplied in a container which base paint is suitable for use in a tinted coating composition so as to produce a tinted coating composition, the tinting machine system comprising a tinting machine and processing means, the tinting machine having a colourant dispenser system comprising an actuator able to dispense a pre-determined amount of at least one colourant into the container, and weighing means able to weigh the container to determine an actual dispensed weight of each individual colourant and/or an actual total dispensed weight, the processing means able to compare the actual dispensed weight of each individual colourant and/or the actual total dispensed weight, with a correct weight for the tinted coating composition stored in the processing means for each dispensed tinted coating composition, the processing means comprising statistical analysis means to statistically analyse the actual dispensed weight of each individual colourant and/or the actual total dispensed weight for each dispensed tinted coating composition so as to calculate a colourant weight dispenser error value for each colourant dispenser system, thereby enabling any colourant dispenser system causing concern to be identified. | 10-23-2008 |
20080271808 | Auxiliary tool for filling pipe with fluid, and fluid injection method for injecting fluid into pipe - An auxiliary tool comprises a core material covered on the surface with an elastic cloth. The auxiliary tool is inserted into a pipe having curved and bent parts and a fluid is injected into the pipe. Since the cloth covering is elastic and flexible, the auxiliary tool passes through the ridges of peaks in the pipe while maintaining a tight fit against the pipe wall. The auxiliary tool is moved through the pipe without slipping while forcing out air, and is discharged through a discharge side thereof. Air does not accumulate in the curved and bent parts of the pipe, thereby completely filling the pipe with the fluid. | 11-06-2008 |
20080277018 | Tank-refilling pump arrangements - A refilling pump arrangement comprises a refilling hose ( | 11-13-2008 |
20080283141 | Method of Dissolving A Gaseous Hydrocarbon Into A Liquid Hydrocarbon - The present invention is directed to a method of dissolving a gaseous hydrocarbon into a liquid hydrocarbon to re-circulate gaseous components, which have separated from the liquid fuel mixture, back into the liquid fuel mixture, as well as, a method for making batch or continuous process amounts of mixed hydrocarbon fuels. The mixed hydrocarbon fuel is produced by introducing a volume of a liquid hydrocarbon into a vessel, and introducing a volume of a gaseous hydrocarbon into the vessel by bubbling the gaseous hydrocarbon into the liquid hydrocarbon at a gravitational low point of the vessel such that the bubbled gaseous hydrocarbon is dissolved into the liquid hydrocarbon to produce a liquid fuel solution. The vessel may be a mixing tank from which the liquid fuel is pumped into a vehicle fuel tank, or the vessel may be the vehicle fuel tank. | 11-20-2008 |
20080289718 | Liquid vacuum apparatus and method - The various embodiments disclosed and pictured herein illustrate a liquid vacuum apparatus and method that is easy to operate, provides increased safety for operators, mitigates the risk of operator exposure to the liquid, and mitigates the risk of liquid spillage during and after the liquid is transported. As described herein, the liquid vacuum apparatus may be employed either with or without the connector, piping, and end piece; and if an end piece is used, it may take many different forms depending on the particular application. | 11-27-2008 |
20080302439 | Filling Level Measurement Device and Filling Level Measurement and Monitoring Method - A method for measuring a fill level ( | 12-11-2008 |
20080314474 | Dummy Bottle Loader in Apparatus for the Automatic Filling of Containers in Aseptic Conditions and Method for Sanitising Said Apparatus | 12-25-2008 |
20090038707 | METHODS FOR REGULATING THE PLACEMENT OF FLUID DISPENSED FROM AN APPLICATOR ONTO A WORKPIECE - Methods for operating a material dispensing system. The method includes measuring numerical values of an operating parameter, such as line velocity, material pressure, or material temperature, of the dispensing system to predict a future numerical value of the operating parameter. The predicted numerical value of the operating parameter is used to accurately define a start time, which is measured from the detection of the presence of a workpiece being transported past an applicator of the dispensing system, at which to initiate dispensing of the material from the applicator. A calibration procedure is provided for deriving a mathematical relationship used to determine the predicted numerical value of the operating parameter | 02-12-2009 |
20090044876 | CUP CONVEYOR AND HOLDER DEVICE FOR BEVERAGE DISPENSING MACHINES - A cup conveyor and holder device ( | 02-19-2009 |
20090056825 | Device for the Monitored Filling of Containers with Tablets - A device for the monitored filling of containers with tablets which includes a feed device for feeding tablets to a free-fall section and a capacitive sensor for checking each falling tablet in the free-fell section. In addition, the device includes a separating device for separating the bad tablets from the good tablets, the separating device being located below or underneath the sensor in the free-fall section. A control unit is included which is connected to the separating device and which actuates the separating device on the basis of the values supplied by the capacitive sensor. | 03-05-2009 |
20090056826 | Device and Method for the Quantity-Controlled Filling of Containers with Powdered Substances - A device for the controlled filling of containers with powdered substance includes a supply vessel with a narrow exit opening for temporarily holding the powdered substance and for discharging a predetermined quantity of the powdered substance into a container located underneath the supply vessel, a vibrator means is connected to the supply vessel for effecting the discharge of the powdered substance. A sensor for determining the quantity of powdered substance discharged from the supply vessel into the container, and a control unit, which converts the data acquired by the sensor into control commands for the vibrator means is included. The sensor includes a capacitive sensor for the quantitative determination of the quantity of powdered substance falling there through during the filling process and is located between the supply vessel and the container. | 03-05-2009 |
20090090429 | CATALYST LOADING APPARATUS - A method for loading a particulate catalyst into a vertical catalyst tube includes (i) introducing catalyst loading apparatus into a vertical catalyst tube, (ii) loading catalyst particles into the top of the tube whereinafter they contact the apparatus as they pass down the tube, forming a uniform bed of catalyst beneath the apparatus and (iii) simultaneously removing the apparatus from the catalyst tube in timed relationship to the catalyst loading, wherein the apparatus includes one or more deflector units, each deflector unit including a plurality of inclined deflector plates arranged on a rigid elongate member such that all the catalyst particles are deflected by one or more of the plates as they pass through the or each unit. | 04-09-2009 |
20090107577 | Method and Device for Filling Pressure Gas Containers - The inventive method for filling a pressure gas container from a gas source pressure with a high pressure for a predetermined filling time selected or calculated prior to filling and at a determined temperature consists in forming a connection in the form of a fluid passage between the source and container, in carrying out a plurality of the passage opening-closing sequences during predetermined sub-intervals of the predetermined filling time, wherein the curve of a current pressure in the container follows, according to a time, a theoretical straight line linking the pressure measured prior to filling and after thereof during the filling time, the predetermined filling time is subdivided into a number of the time sub-intervals ranging from two to several hundreds and having respective determined duration, preferably ranging from 5 and 20 seconds. | 04-30-2009 |
20090114309 | REFRIGERANT FILLING APPARATUS OF REFRIGERATING AND AIR CONDITIONING APPARATUS AND REFRIGERANT FILLING METHOD OF REFRIGERATING AND AIR CONDITIONING APPARATUS - The present invention is directed to a refrigerant filling apparatus of the refrigerating and air conditioning apparatus that can automatically finish filling of a refrigerant after filling to an appropriate amount, without a need to install an extra valve except for a valve provided at a refrigerant cylinder, in between the refrigerating and air conditioning apparatus and the refrigerant cylinder, which is necessary for filling the refrigerant. The refrigerant filling apparatus of the refrigerating and air conditioning apparatus, which includes: a refrigerant circuit having a compressor | 05-07-2009 |
20090120528 | Container for dispensing contents into another container - Systems and methods of delivering a powdered, granular or liquid material into receptacle container in a clean, easy to use way are disclosed. The systems include a tub or carton configured to contain such materials and to easily release its contents into the receptacle when opened. In some embodiments, these systems are configured to be placed over receptacle such as a beverage or water bottle, baby bottle, child's sippy cup or drinking glass or any other such container with a mouth that can be opened and oriented to point substantially vertically. | 05-14-2009 |
20090126825 | Method and Apparatus for Automated Fluid Transfer Operations - Automated system and techniques for controlling fluid transfers among medical containers such as syringes, vials and IV bag are disclosed. In one aspect, an automated method for substantially balancing a pressure within a medical container such as a vial with ambient pressure using a fluid transfer device such as a needled syringe is disclosed. In another aspect, an automated method for substantially removing a volume of air from a medical container such as an IV bag using a fast pull technique is disclosed. | 05-21-2009 |
20090133776 | Method for Filling Containers - A method for filling containers with liquid, where a gas displaced by the liquid out of the container escapes via a return gas path, and the return gas path is cleaned. To make such a method more economic and to save cleaning agents, the return gas path is only cleaned in case of need. | 05-28-2009 |
20090151807 | Container Insert for Zero Headspace - A container suitable for containing a liquid composition and comprising an insert located in the neck of said container, and wherein when said container is filled with a liquid composition, zero headspace exists below said insert. | 06-18-2009 |
20090151808 | DELIVERY AND ASSESSMENT SYSTEM FOR THE AUTOMATED MANUFACTURING OF HIGH PERFORMANCE NANOFLUIDIC SEPARATION DEVICES - A multi-column packing system and packed bed assessment system for producing small bore LC columns of superior quality, improved column-to-column reproducibility, and lower cost than current commercially available columns. The process utilizes an automated multi-column packing system with an integrated sensor that detects when the slurry-packed bed has reached the desired length. The optical packed bed assessment system examines the packed bed within the column and detects any packing inconsistencies or voids within the column. The multi-column packing system makes automated connections to tubes via an automated compression mechanism. | 06-18-2009 |
20090173409 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE FILLING OF A CUP BY A VENDING MACHINE - A device for controlling the filling of a receptacle with liquid by a drink vending machine. The device includes visual marking device for marking the liquid fill level in the receptacle, a device for emitting a signal towards the receptacle, a device for receiving an incident signal and which receives the incident signal returning from the receptacle and a controlling device configured for commanding the stoppage of filling on the basis of a variation of the incident signal. The receiving device includes a series of photoelectric receivers and at least one variable which is a displacement of a light incident signal measured by the receivers. | 07-09-2009 |
20090183796 | SELECT FILL SENSOR SYSTEM FOR REFRIGERATOR DISPENSERS - A refrigerator includes a dispenser having a dispenser well, a control for regulating a product dispensing operation, and a select fill sensor system for automatically initiating and terminating the dispensing operation. The sensor system includes a touch sensor mounted in the dispenser well and configured to sense the selection of a desired product level. A feedback array indicates the product level selected and tracks the product level within a container during the dispensing operation. The control automatically initiates a product dispensing operation based on the selection of a product level and the presence of the container in the dispenser well, and automatically terminates the dispensing operation when the product level in the container reaches the selected product level. In this manner, a hands-free dispenser is provided that can be utilized regardless of the shape or size of container utilized. | 07-23-2009 |
20090242070 | Brewing Mechanism - A dispensing system for injecting a fluid into a number of containers. The dispensing system may include a turret plate for holding the containers and an injection system positioned about the turret plate. The injection system may include a piston for contacting a container. The piston may include an injection surface in communication with an internal spring such that the internal spring forces the injection surface against the container. | 10-01-2009 |
20090242071 | VALVE ACTUATOR FOR ELEVATED WATER TANKS - An outlet conduit extends from an elevated water storage tank for discharging water into the tank of a tanker truck, which truck transports the water to a location of use, such as spraying the water at a construction site for dust control. A manually or remotely controlled valve actuator in a conduit extending from the storage tank controls the flow of water to the tanker truck. Power for operating the valve actuator is provided by batteries and solar panels to recharge the batteries. A remote control, actuated by a driver of the tanker truck, transmits radio frequency signals to the valve actuator to control opening and closing of the valve. A manual override accessible with a chain extending downwardly from the valve actuator may be used in the alternative to the remote control. | 10-01-2009 |
20090255603 | LABEL REMOVER FOR REMOVING LABELS FROM BOTTLES - Label remover for removing labels from bottles. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 10-15-2009 |
20090272459 | DEVICE FOR TRANSFERRING A FLUID TO A SHIP - A filling platform connected to a ship, and at least one manifold which opens onto the platform. A detachable tubular connector connects the manifold to a fluid delivery hose carried by a delivery installation. At least one carriage conveys the connector over the platform. The carriage is moveable across the platform to convey the tubular connector over the platform between a storage position and an active position, in which latter position, the connector is fixed to the manifold. The system is applicable to the transfer of liquefied natural gas from offshore storage installations to tanker ships. | 11-05-2009 |
20090283174 | FUEL RECLAMATION DEVICE - A fuel reclamation device is provided for reclaiming fuel from a fuel line of an automobile. The fuel reclamation device includes a coupler having a reclamation outlet for providing reclaimed fuel and configured to fluidly connect with the fuel line and with an engine intake of the automobile. | 11-19-2009 |
20090283175 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR FILLING A TANK WITH A FLUID PRODUCT - A filler device for filling reservoirs with a fluid, the device having a fluid injector, a filler nozzle connected to the injector, a support for receiving a reservoir, and relative movement device for moving the nozzle towards and away from the support along an axis. The support is coupled to a rotation device for driving the support in rotation and thus causing the reservoir to revolve about the axis. | 11-19-2009 |
20090283176 | Cryogenic Capable High Pressure Containers for Compact Storage of Hydrogen Onboard Vehicles - A cryogenic-capable high pressure container which combines the use of cryogenic-capable high pressure vessels and ultra-thin thermal barrier(s) having a thickness less than about 5 mm because of the reduced thermal requirements of the container from flexible usage, for maximizing storage space. Additional increase in storage capacity may be obtained by using conformable pressure vessels having box-shaped configurations for further maximizing storage space and capacity. Further efficiencies may be achieved by nesting high pressure vessels inside box-shaped lower pressure vessels to utilize for storage the interstitial spaces form between them. | 11-19-2009 |
20090293985 | BEVERAGE BOTTLE FILLING MACHINE FOR FILLING BOTTLES WITH FRUIT JUICES, BEVERAGE FILLING ELEMENT IN A BEVERAGE BOTTLE FILLING MACHINE WITH SUCH BEVERAGE FILLING ELEMENTS FOR FILLING BOTTLES OR SIMILAR CONTAINERS WITH FRUIT JUICES, AND A BEVERAGE BOTTLE FILLING ELEMENT FOR FILLING BOTTLES OR SIMILAR CONTAINERS WITH FRUIT JUICES - A beverage bottle filling machine for filling bottles with fruit juices, beverage filling element in a beverage bottle filling machine with such beverage filling elements for filling bottles or similar containers with fruit juices, and a beverage bottle filling element for filling bottles or similar containers with fruit juices. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 12-03-2009 |
20090293986 | METHOD AND DEVICE TO FILL RECEIVING CONTAINERS - A receiving container is filled with a predetermined target mass m | 12-03-2009 |
20090301599 | Apparatus and method - A machine ( | 12-10-2009 |
20090308484 | LIQUID QUANTITY MEASURING APPARATUS, LIQUID QUANTITY MEASURING METHOD AND METHOD FOR SUPPLYING QUANTITIVELY SUPPLYING LIQUID MATERIAL - The present invention is aimed at providing a method for simply measuring the liquid quantity of liquid material in a receptacle. A liquid quantity measuring apparatus for use in a liquid material supplying system comprising a receptacle for storing liquid material, a first pipe for feeding feeder gas into said receptacle, a first shutoff valve provided in said first pipe, a second shutoff valve provided in said first pipe downstream of said first shutoff valve and a second pipe for supplying the liquid material from said receptacle to supplier's destinations, and for measuring the liquid quantity of the liquid material in said receptacle, the measuring apparatus comprising: —a first pressure detection means for detecting the pressure of feeder gas in said pipe between said first shutoff valve and said second shutoff valve; —a second pressure detection means for detecting the pressure of gas in said receptacle; and —an arithmetic processing means for seeking by arithmetic calculation the liquid quantity of the liquid material in said receptacle on the basis of the detection results of said first pressure detection means and said second pressure detection means. | 12-17-2009 |
20090308485 | Sterile Filling Machine Having Needle Filling Station and Conveyor - A sterile filling machine and related method are provided for sterile filling a container with a substance. The container includes a heat resealable stopper and a chamber for receiving the substance therein. The sealed, empty containers are subjected to radiation capable of penetrating through the stopper and chamber for sterilizing the container. The previously sterilized containers are then transported through another sterilizing chamber, such as an e-beam chamber, to sterilize the penetrable surface. A needle is moved into engagement with the stopper to pierce the sterilized penetrable surface of the stopper and inject the substance through the needle and into the chamber of the container. Laser energy is then transmitted onto the penetrated surface of the stopper to fuse the stopper material and hermetically re-seal the stopper. | 12-17-2009 |
20090320955 | APPARATUS, METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR RECONFIGURING ITEMS - Apparatuses, methods, and systems for reconfiguring some or all content from one or more first containers into a second container are provided. In an example of the apparatus, the apparatus has a dispensing system having a dispenser to dispense content from one container into another, and a delivery system adapted to reconfigure the dispensed content from the one container into another container. In another example, a method includes dispensing selected contents from one container and reconfiguring the dispensed contents from the one container into another. In another example, the system includes a controller, a machine controlled by the controller, wherein the machine has a pair of container handlers, a content dispenser, and a content delivery system. The controller is adapted to control the machine using a selection criterion to operate the content dispenser to dispense selected content from one container to move with the delivery system into another container. | 12-31-2009 |
20100006174 | ROTARY BEVERAGE BOTTLE FILLING MACHINE CONFIGURED TO FILL BEVERAGE BOTTLES WITH DIFFERENT DIAMETERS, SIZES, AND SHAPES WITHOUT CHANGING BOTTLE CARRIERS AND A CONTAINER TREATMENT MACHINE CONFIGURED TO HANDLE CONTAINERS WITH DIFFERENT DIAMETERS, SIZES, AND SHAPES WITHOUT CHANGING CONTAINER CARRIERS - A rotary beverage bottle filling machine configured to fill beverage bottles with different diameters, sizes, and shapes without changing bottle carriers and a container treatment machine configured to handle containers with different diameters, sizes, and shapes without changing container carriers. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 01-14-2010 |
20100024913 | REFILLABLE VENDING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system for reducing waste and encouraging recycling through a vending system which refills only those containers which are compatible with the vending system. The vending system distinguishes a container's compatibility with the vending system to permit refilling of the container. | 02-04-2010 |
20100032050 | NOZZLE - The present invention provides a nozzle which can introduce gas into containers placed at a predetermined interval. The nozzle introduces the gas into the container without contacting the container, and includes the main opening where the gas at a first flow rate is discharged and the sub-opening where the gas at the second flow rate is discharged in a same direction as the direction of the gas discharged from the main opening. | 02-11-2010 |
20100037981 | Method and device for filling containers - A method for filling a plurality of containers in cycles at a predetermined number of stationary filling units arranged in a row with a first spacing from each other. The method includes providing a plurality of positively guided containers in a row, one-by-one, wherein the containers have a uniform second spacing from each other, wherein the first spacing of the individual filling units is a whole-number multiple of the second spacing of the containers, and filling a predetermined number of the containers simultaneously at the filling units. The containers are shifted in cycles along the filling units in a transport direction by a step length, which is a whole-number multiple of the second spacing of the containers and which is shorter than a third spacing between a first filling unit and a last filling unit steps of filling and shifting are repeated over a predetermined number of iterations. | 02-18-2010 |
20100043910 | Pour Spout - A container has a body, a spout fitment, and a cap. The body has a body opening. The spout fitment is within the body opening and secured by a backlocked mechanical engagement. The cap is threadingly mounted to at least one of the body and spout fitment. The cap has a sealing surface sealingly contacting a sealing surface of at least one of the body and spout fitment. | 02-25-2010 |
20100043911 | Drinking Vessel Fillable from the Bottom and Apparatus for Dispensing a Beverage Therein - The present invention relates to a drinking vessel (1), comprising a base (2) and at least one wall (3), wherein the base and the wall together define a chamber (4) for receiving a beverage. The drinking vessel further comprises a sealable aperture (5) provided adjacent the base for filling the chamber with a beverage. In a preferred embodiment, the aperture is provided in the base of the vessel. In one embodiment, a non-return valve is disposed in said aperture. The valve allows a beverage to be dispensed into the vessel through the aperture but prevents the beverage from escaping from the vessel through the aperture. The invention also relates to a method and apparatus for dispensing a beverage. | 02-25-2010 |
20100051133 | METHOD OF REFILLING A CONTAINER AND AN AUXILIARY DEVICE FOR REFILLING A CONTAINER FROM A RESERVOIR - The invention relates to a method of refilling a container ( | 03-04-2010 |
20100059136 | CONTROLLED VACUUM COLLECTION DEVICE AND METHOD THEREOF - A device for collecting items from a container comprises a collection unit, a conduit, a vacuum producing unit and a controller. The conduit is in fluid communication with the collection unit and is mountable to the container so as to be placed in fluid communication therewith. The vacuum producing unit produces a vacuum within the conduit. The controller is linked to the vacuum producing unit and is configured to acquire data regarding the contents of the container. When the controller receives data regarding the contents of the container it controls the vacuum producing unit to modulate the vacuum produced within the conduit thereby suctioning the items within the container when mounted thereto into the collection unit. The container can be a transit fare box for receiving items tendered for fare. The data regarding the contents of the container can be the volume of items within the container. | 03-11-2010 |
20100059137 | LOADING SLEEVE AND METHOD FOR LOADING CHEMICAL REACTOR TUBES - A loading sleeve and method for loading pellets into chemical reactor tubes where the length of the loading sleeve is greater than the clearance above the upper tube sheet. | 03-11-2010 |
20100071800 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING FLUID INTO PLANT PROTECTION DEVICES - An apparatus, system and method for dispensing fluid into plant protection devices. A plant protection device has a plurality of flexible longitudinal tubes configurable to surround and protect a plant. A rigid, substantially cylindrical structure with a bottom end and a top end is provided to support the tubes during filling. A manifold is connected to the top end of the cylindrical structure and includes at least an inlet port that is configured to receive fluid into the manifold. A plurality of outlet ports are connected to the manifold and are configured to dispense fluid simultaneously out of the plurality of the outlet ports into the plurality of longitudinal tubes of the plant protection device. | 03-25-2010 |
20100084041 | MANUAL FILLING AID WITH PUSH BUTTON FILL - A medical liquid transfer system includes a pump configured to transfer liquid between at least two containers. A detachable connector is detachably secured to the pump. The detachable connector has at least one pump passage to transmit pumping pressure from the pump to at least one of the containers. The detachable connector can include one or more liquid impermeable and gas permeable membranes to ensure the liquid is retained in the detachable connector. After the fluid is transferred the detachable connector is removed and replaced by a new one in order to prevent contamination of the pump. An interlock mechanism is used to prevent premature removal of the detachable connector and/or the container being filled. | 04-08-2010 |
20100084042 | DISMANTLEABLE APPARATUS FOR TRANSFERRING FLUIDS BETWEEN CONTAINERS - A combination fluid collector and parts washer includes a collector mounted on a base supported stanchion to receive fluid for selectively discharging the fluid through a valve into a container. A tray is removably mounted in the collector for supporting parts to be washed by the fluid in the collector and includes ridges on the bottom for drainage purposes and holes for draining the fluid from the tray into the collector. A device for collecting fluid from each of a plurality of containers is detachably attachable to the stanchion for discharging the collected fluid into a vessel. | 04-08-2010 |
20100084043 | METHOD AND SYSTEM OF AIR EXTRACTION PROCESS FROM AN EMERGENCY SUPPORT SYSTEM - Several methods and a system of air extraction process from an emergency support system are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method of safety of a structure includes expediting an air extraction process from an emergency support system by including a RIC (rapid interventions company/crew)/UAC (universal air connection) fitting to a fill panel to fill a breathable air apparatus. The method may include ensuring that a prescribed pressure of the emergency support system maintains within a threshold range of the prescribed pressure by including a valve of the emergency support system to prevent leakage of breathable air from the emergency support system. | 04-08-2010 |
20100089485 | Method and System for Preventing Fuel Theft - A method and system for preventing fuel theft includes one or more tamper detection sensors mounted on a fuel dispenser, the tamper detection sensors being operable to detect dislocation of one or more portions of the fuel dispenser's shell. A dispenser security controller is communicatively coupled to the one or more tamper detection sensors and is operable to generate a trigger signal in response to receiving a tamper detection signal from the one or more tamper detection sensors. A dispenser transaction-termination switch is electrically coupled to the fuel dispensing circuit and in signal communication with the dispenser security controller and is operable to simulate a fuel pump handle hang up and/or a transaction not-authorized condition in response to a trigger signal from the dispenser security controller. | 04-15-2010 |
20100096038 | Fuel Leak Prevention System - A fuel leak prevention system and method for providing same includes a check valve for insertion into the discharge end of a spout assembly of a fuel dispensing nozzle, the check valve being located downstream of the nozzle's fuel control valve so as to prevent any leaking or dripping of fuel from the spout when the nozzle is deactivated. The check valve includes a pivoting flap that is preferably spring-loaded and predisposed to remain closed to seal the spout when there is no fuel flowing through the nozzle, but which is allowed to rotate within the spout to open the nozzle and allow the flow of fuel when the nozzle is activated. In one embodiment, the check valve can be inserted into the spout during fabrication of the nozzle. An alternate embodiment allows the retrofit of an existing nozzle by adding an extension that contains the check valve to the spout on the nozzle. The system and method disclosed has application to any liquids that are to be dispensed, including petrol, diesel, kerosene, gas oil, gas, liquid petroleum gas, av-gas, chemicals, and water. | 04-22-2010 |
20100108178 | Method for Safe Fillig in Valve-Controlled Filling Systems - In a method for safe filling in valve-controlled filling systems having, at individual filling stations (a-p), flow measuring devices ( | 05-06-2010 |
20100108179 | VEHICLE-BASED MOBILE FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM APPARATUS AND METHODS - The subject matter disclosed herein relates to vehicle-based mobile fluid delivery apparatus and methods for dispensing fluid from a vehicle-based tank. | 05-06-2010 |
20100108180 | METHOD OF TREATING A BEVERAGE BOTTLE FILLING MACHINE IN A BEVERAGE BOTTLING PLANT, METHOD OF CLEANING A CONTAINER FILLING MACHINE IN A CONTAINER FILLING PLANT, AND ARRANGEMENTS THEREFOR - A method of treating a beverage bottle filling machine in a beverage bottling plant, method of cleaning a container filling machine in a container filling plant, and arrangements therefor. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 05-06-2010 |
20100126621 | High Velocity Low Impact Liquid Feed Distributor - A liquid distribution device including a liquid distributor having an inlet pipe connected to a piping manifold that further includes a plurality of liquid distribution pipes each liquid distribution pipe including an inlet connected to the piping manifold and an outlet, and a liquid impact portion having a plurality of pans located in close proximity to the outlet of one or more of the liquid distribution pipes. | 05-27-2010 |
20100126622 | COUPLING CLOSURE, AND DOCKING DEVICE COMPRISING TWO OF SAID COUPLING CLOSURES - The invention relates to a coupling closure for a docking device used for decanting, filling, and/or emptying containers, particularly in an environmentally isolated manner. Said coupling closure has a closure side and a container side and comprises a nozzle stub and a cap which is mounted in said nozzle stub so as to be pivotable about an axis and has an external side that faces the closure side in the closed position. The invention further relates to a docking device for decanting, filling, and/or emptying containers, particularly in an environmentally isolated manner. Said docking device comprises first and second disclosed coupling closures which can be placed flush against each other by means of the respective closure sides thereof. The invention also relates to a working platform, a locking unit for a docking device, and a method for decanting, filling, and/or emptying containers, particularly in an environmentally isolated manner. | 05-27-2010 |
20100126623 | CONTAINMENT DEVICE, METHOD AND SYSTEM - Embodiments disclosed herein relate to systems, methods and devices for containing a substance within a region. In some embodiments, one or more hollow structures are positioned around the region and the structures are at least partly filled (e.g., through fill openings) with a weighting material. Some embodiments relate to a curved device comprising steps, such that a first cross-section of the device comprises a round shape and a second cross-section comprises a plurality of substantially linear segments. Some embodiments relate to a tank connection device comprising a sleeve extending through a curved device. | 05-27-2010 |
20100132828 | Spherical Filling Body - The invention relates to the production of a spherical, hollow filling body for filling containers for flammable and inflammable liquids or gases, as well as to methods for its particularly advantageous uses, e.g. for preventing explosion-type burning processes and explosions, for extinguishing fires, as a corrosion protection in tank containers, for separation of fuels and water, as a protection against bacteria and fungi in fuel tanks, as an anti-theft protection, for reducing carbon-hydrogen emissions, for increasing stability and crash safety of tank containers, for reducing the boil-off effect of hydrogen, for applications in chemical industry, for dissipating static electricity from fuel containers, for protecting against electromagnetic disturbances, for reducing and delaying the BLEVE effect, for increasing the filling capacity of gas containers, for heating and cooling liquids and gases, as well as for reducing the vaporization loss. Furthermore, the invention relates to methods of producing the filling bodies. FIG. | 06-03-2010 |
20100132829 | METHOD FOR FEEDING ARSENIC DOPANT INTO A SILICON CRYSTAL GROWING APPARATUS - A feed assembly and method of use thereof of the present invention is used for the addition of a high pressure dopant such as arsenic into a silicon melt for CZ growth of semiconductor silicon crystals. The feed assembly includes a vessel-and-valve assembly for holding dopant, and a feed tube assembly, attached to the vessel-and-valve assembly for delivering dopant to a silicon melt. An actuator is connected to the feed tube assembly and a receiving tube for advancing and retracting the feed tube assembly to and from the surface of the silicon melt. A brake assembly is attached to the actuator and the receiving tube for restricting movement of the feed tube assembly and locking the feed tube assembly at a selected position. | 06-03-2010 |
20100154919 | BEVERAGE DISPENSER SYSTEM AND METHOD - A beverage dispenser and method of bottling the same having a plurality of individual dispensers that are each releasably connected to a connection system to provide a single unit such that the single unit has a quantity that is equal to a predefined quantity mandated via governmental regulation. | 06-24-2010 |
20100154920 | DEVICE FOR BOTTLING PARTICLE-CONTAINING BEVERAGES - Apparatus for filling containers ( | 06-24-2010 |
20100154921 | METHOD FOR DISPENSING LIQUID UTILIZING FLOW OF LIQUID - A method for accurately and precisely aspirating and dispensing liquid from a in the nano-liter range without contacting the syringe tip to the target reservoir during dispensing. Such a method utilizes a partially collapsible syringe tip that compresses when subjected to pressurized fluid around its outer surface area to discharge a liquid at the tip of said partially collapsible syringe tip with a high velocity. Such a discharge of liquid at such a high speed allows even the smallest amount of liquid in the nano-liter range to be dispensed to a target reservoir without contacting the target reservoir. | 06-24-2010 |
20100163134 | DISPENSER DEVICE - The present invention relates generally to materials handling and in particular to apparatus for dispensing materials in fine powder form, such as for example toner. According to one aspect of the present invention, there is provided a dispenser device including: a dispenser device body ( | 07-01-2010 |
20100170591 | MACHINE AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING A PACKAGED PRODUCT - A machine and method for filling a container is provided. The container has a fitment. The fitment includes a spout having a collar. The collar includes a support surface for supporting the container in suspension. The machine includes a filling apparatus configured to fill the container with a product, a rail system, a loader, and a carrier. The carrier is configured to hold multiple containers. The carrier is generally elongated and has a pair of spaced apart flanges. The spaced apart flanges define a slot extending the length of the carrier. The slot is configured to slidingly receive the spout of the container and the support surface of the collar engages each of the pair of flanges so as to suspend the container within the carrier. The carrier may be placed into communication with the rail system so as to feed the containers to the filling apparatus. | 07-08-2010 |
20100175774 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR METERING MEDIA - The invention relates to a device ( | 07-15-2010 |
20100175775 | CATALYST LOADING SYSTEM - A reformer tube processing and filling system is provided for ensuring uniformity of reformer tube flow rates and reactivity. The disclosed invention provides a system for detecting and removing tube obstructions, as well as an automated process for verifying the flow rate for each tube and identifying tubes with abnormal flow rates to remove a source of human error and conserve labor costs. An automated tube filling system provides a calibrated fill mechanism coordinated with a calibrated loading rope withdrawal mechanism to ensure loading consistency. A lack of vibrating parts ensures a low dust count, and what little dust is present is removed via a built-in vacuum outlet in the loader. | 07-15-2010 |
20100175776 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FILLING TUBES IN A TUBE-FILLING MACHINE - Tubes are directed to a filling station ( | 07-15-2010 |
20100180978 | Particle Mixture - The invention relates to a particle mixture and the stabilization of a homogeneous distribution of these particles in the mixture. | 07-22-2010 |
20100180979 | Method for Filling Into Multilayer Bottle - There is provided a method for filling a multilayer bottle including outermost and innermost layers and at least one barrier layer interposed between the outermost and innermost layers, with a material to be stored therein. In the filling method, the material to be stored is filled in the multilayer bottle having the barrier layer satisfying a specific glass transition point (Tg) and a specific water content as measured by a Carl-Fisher method at 230° C. for 30 min. The multilayer bottle obtained by the filling method of the present invention hardly undergoes delamination between the layers owing to dropping or impact, and is applicable to a filling method such as hot filling. | 07-22-2010 |
20100180980 | SAMPLE PROCESSOR - A sample delivery system comprising (i) a cartridge comprising a body section adapted to hold a sealed sample vessel so as to fix the position of a seal of the sample vessel in relation to the cartridge; and (ii) apparatus adapted to receive said cartridge, said apparatus being provided with an opening system for opening said sealed sample vessel contained within the cartridge. | 07-22-2010 |
20100180981 | Process for filling a plastic container - A process for filling a container with a liquid, including the following steps:
| 07-22-2010 |
20100186848 | Dispenser and method - A material is added to a container of liquid from a dispenser that fits onto an open mouth of the container. The dispenser has an open position and a closed position, and includes an outer shell and an inner chamber member within the shell. The shell and chamber member are mounted to rotate relative to each other to align openings therein when in the open position and through which the material exits the chamber member. The material is loaded into the chamber member, and subsequently the dispenser is sealed with a seal that is connected to both the shell and the chamber member to prevent relative rotation of the shell and chamber member and dispensing of the material. The dispenser is inserted into the open mouth, unsealing the seal, and rotating the shell and chamber member relative to each other to open the dispenser and allow the material to flow into the container and mix with the liquid therein. | 07-29-2010 |
20100193066 | Livestock Water Bowl - A water vessel for providing water to livestock animals in tie stalls is described. The vessel features a sensor for providing water in response to a sensed presence of a livestock animal's head within the vessel. As water is provided to the vessel, the livestock animal is compelled to lift their head and thereby withdrawing their head from the region sensed by the sensor. In this way, the depth of water in the vessel is maintained within a predetermined range. The vessel also comprises a rim that is disposed sufficiently above the predetermined range of water levels that the livestock animal is compelled to lift their head in a substantially vertical fashion in order to withdraw their head from the vessel. This serves to reduce the spillage of water from the vessel. | 08-05-2010 |
20100200104 | Fuel System for a Floating Unit, and Method for the Operation Thereof - A fuel system is disclosed for a floating unit, including a fuel passage extending from a filler neck to a motor, a measuring unit disposed in the fuel passage through which at least part of the fuel flowing along the fuel passage flows, for measuring a sulfur content of the fuel through the measuring unit. | 08-12-2010 |
20100200105 | NOZZLE FOR USE IN A NON-OVERFLOW LIQUID DELIVERY SYSTEM - A nozzle for use in a non-overflow liquid delivery system comprises a nozzle body, a liquid delivery conduit having a liquid-receiving inlet and a liquid-dispensing outlet, and a non-bifurcated liquid recovery conduit having a liquid-receiving inlet and a liquid-conveying outlet. The minimum effective internal cross-sectional area of the liquid recovery throughpassage is greater than half the minimum effective internal cross-sectional area of the liquid delivery throughpassage. A valve has a first movable valve portion and a second movable valve portion that are interconnected one to the other for co-operative movement one with the other. A manually operable trigger is connected to the first movable valve portion for corresponding positive uninterruptable movement of the first movable valve portion between a valve-closed configuration and the valve-open configuration. | 08-12-2010 |
20100200106 | AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF NOZZLE FOR USE IN A NON-OVERFLOW LIQUID DELIVERY SYSTEM - An automatic shut-off nozzle comprises a liquid delivery conduit and a liquid recovery conduit. A valve has a first movable valve portion movable between a valve closed position whereat liquid is precluded from being dispensed from the liquid-dispensing outlet of the liquid delivery conduit and a valve open position whereat liquid is permitted to be dispensed from the liquid-dispensing outlet of the liquid delivery conduit. A manually operable valve control mechanism is reconfigurable between an operating configuration whereat force can be transmitted from the valve control mechanism to the valve to thereby move the first movable valve portion to the valve open position, and a non-operating configuration whereat force cannot be transmitted from the valve control mechanism to the valve. A liquid sensor has a rest state and an actuated state whereat the liquid sensor reconfigures the manually operable valve control mechanism from the operating configuration to the non-operating configuration. | 08-12-2010 |
20100206424 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR FILLING OF A CONTAINER - A device for handling containers of a collapsible type, including one or more stations and a transport unit. The device is arranged to receive the containers oriented in a first direction and the transport unit is arranged to transport the containers to at least one of the stations by moving the containers in a second direction along a curved path, the second direction being perpendicular to the first direction. The device has a holding device provided for at least one station and located in a stationary position adjacent to the station and a transfer device, which is provided for the at least one station and carried by the transport unit and which is cyclically movable along an endless path between a pick-up position and a delivery position located adjacent to the station. The transfer device is arranged to pick up at least one container in the pick-up position and transfer the at least one container, in the delivery position, to the holding device. The disclosure also concerns a method for handling containers of a collapsible type in a filling machine. | 08-19-2010 |
20100206425 | FILLING SYSTEM FOR POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS MATERIALS - Systems, devices, and methods for filling containers with radioactive materials are described. In certain embodiments, the systems comprise a shielding material that substantially defines a chamber and, preferably, substantially blocks radioactivity, a conduit extending through the shielding material into the chamber, and a securing unit that is disposed in the chamber proximal to the conduit and is adapted to receive a container through the conduit. | 08-19-2010 |
20100212772 | Hydrogen Filling Method And Station - Hydrogen filling station, in particular, for refilling vehicle tanks with hydrogen gas, comprising a source reservoir designed to hold liquid hydrogen (LH2), a pipe for withdrawing liquid hydrogen from the source reservoir to at least one user station, an electric cryogenic pump arranged within the withdrawing pipe and an electric power supply connected to the cryogenic pump to supply the same with electricity, characterized in that the electric energy supply comprises at least one fuel cell. | 08-26-2010 |
20100218843 | PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR FILLING A TUBE WITH GRANULAR MATERIAL - A process for filling a tube with granular material, which material is guided downwardly in a vertically oriented tube along a line provided with flexible elements in the shape of wires which are arranged substantially to the line, and having a radial dimension which is smaller than the inner diameter of the tube, the line being removed from the tube as the latter is filled with the granules, the line being moved during the removal movement with a non uniform speed which is related to the filling speed of the device. | 09-02-2010 |
20100224279 | DISPENSING METHOD FOR ICE MAKERS - A dispensing method for ice makers to determine dispensing of different materials through varying fetched locations of a container includes steps: defining a fetched zone for holding one container; generating a judgment signal varying according to different fetched locations of the container positioned in the fetched zone; and determining to dispense the materials from a cluster of multiple dispensing units or one of them to the container according to the judgment signal. Thus multiple materials can be obtained in one fetched space through different positioning locations of the container. Material dispensing process is simplified and users can get diversified materials quickly and easily in a limited space. | 09-09-2010 |
20100224280 | Fuel Leak Prevention System - A fuel leak prevention system and method for providing same includes a check valve for insertion into the discharge end of a spout assembly of a fuel dispensing nozzle, the check valve being located downstream of the nozzle's fuel control valve so as to prevent any leaking or dripping of fuel from the spout when the nozzle is deactivated. The check valve includes a pivoting flap that is preferably spring-loaded and predisposed to remain closed to seal the spout when there is no fuel flowing through the nozzle, but which is allowed to rotate within the spout to open the nozzle and allow the flow of fuel when the nozzle is activated. In one embodiment, the check valve can be inserted into the spout during fabrication of the nozzle. An alternate embodiment allows the retrofit of an existing nozzle by adding an extension that contains the check valve to the spout on the nozzle. The system and method disclosed has application to any liquids that are to be dispensed, including petrol, diesel, kerosene, gas oil, gas, liquid petroleum gas, av-gas, chemicals, and water. | 09-09-2010 |
20100229999 | System and Method For Automated Sample Introduction - A method, system and apparatus for an automated sample introduction system, utilizing a demountable direct injection high efficiency nebulizer (d-DIHEN) is provided which incorporates an inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometer (ICP-OES) for the measurement of the phosphorus content in acid-digested nucleotides and deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). The solution uptake rate and volume are reduced from 170 μL min | 09-16-2010 |
20100252140 | SYSTEM FOR LOADING PARTICULATE MATTER INTO A TRANSPORT CONTAINER - A method of loading particulate matter into a transport container having at least one chamber with a peripheral region using an apparatus comprising a rotatable member configured to be positioned at least partially into an opening for the chamber. The method can include the acts of locating the apparatus adjacent the opening for the chamber by movement relative to the transport container, initiating a flow of particulate matter from the apparatus into the opening, rotating the rotatable member to facilitate the dispensing of particulate matter within the chamber, and engaging the rotatable member with particulate matter so that at least a portion of particulate matter that has been dispensed into the chamber is pushed into the peripheral region within the chamber. | 10-07-2010 |
20100258213 | Transfer device - The transfer device for transferring a fluid from a container having a body with an open first end and a piston within the body, the transfer device comprising an outer housing which is designed to receive a cartridge assembly which includes the container, the plunger rod aligned with the piston in the body, a spring position to drive the plunger rod in a direction towards the piston, a retractor to move the plunger rod from an activated position wherein the spring is extended to a non-activated position wherein the spring is compressed, and an actuator to permit the spring to be released to drive the plunger rod to move the piston within the container body. Typically, the device is used for transferring fluid from one container to a further container. | 10-14-2010 |
20100269952 | PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR FILLING MICROSTRUCTURED FIBERS VIA CONVECTION BASED PRESSURE DRIVEN TECHNIQUE - A delivery system for filling a microstructured or nanostructured optical fiber (MOF/NOF) includes a MOF/NOF having first and second ends. The first end of the MOF/NOF is disposed in a first chamber configured to have a first pressure, and the second end of the MOF/NOF is disposed in a second chamber configured to have a second pressure that is less than the first pressure. A material source introduces a material into the first chamber. A light source is oriented to emit light into one of the ends of the MOF/NOF. An optical detection system for monitoring filling of the MOF/NOF detects the light emitted by the light source from the other of the ends of the MOF/NOF. | 10-28-2010 |
20100276027 | System Zur Versorgung Eines Verbrauchers Mit Gasformigem Brennstoff Und Verfahren - The invention relates to a system for supplying a consumer with gaseous fuel. Said system comprises at least one compressed gas container, which is fluidically connected to the consumer via a collecting line and valves. To extensively utilise the capacity of the compressed gas container, a reserve container ( | 11-04-2010 |
20100276028 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR THE CLEANING OF CONTAINERS SUCH AS PLASTIC BOTTLES IN A BOTTLE FILLING PLANT OR CONTAINERS IN A CONTAINER FILLING PLANT - A method and apparatus for the cleaning of containers such as plastic bottles in a bottle filling plant or containers in a container filling plant. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 11-04-2010 |
20100276029 | PROCEDURE AND APPARATUS FOR THE TREATING CONTAINERS SUCH AS PLASTIC BOTTLES IN A BOTTLE FILLING PLANT OR CONTAINERS IN A CONTAINER FILLING PLANT - A procedure and apparatus for the treating containers such as plastic bottles in a bottle filling plant or containers in a container filling plant. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 11-04-2010 |
20100276030 | Adjustable Needle Filling and Laser Sealing Apparatus and Method - An assembly includes a support and drive assembly, a first structure and a second structure. The first structure is in operable communication with and supported by the support and drive assembly. The first structure includes at least one needle assembly and is adjustable to receive a plurality of needle assemblies. The second structure is supported by the support and drive assembly. The second structure includes at least one seal assembly and is adjustable to receive a plurality of seal assemblies. A method includes determining a number of vials that are to be filled concurrently and adjusting an assembly to include at least one needle assembly and at least one seal assembly. A number of the needle assemblies and the seal assemblies equals the number of vials. | 11-04-2010 |
20100276031 | Fluid charging system, movable object, supply facilitly, and method for controlling fluid charge - A supply facility is configured to charge fluid to a tank of a movable object. A charging profile storage unit is provided to the movable object to store a charging profile specifying a charging pressure of fluid in each elapsed time point from a beginning of fluid charge. A charging profile transmission unit is provided to the movable object to transmit the charging profile to the supply facility. A charging profile reception unit is provided to the supply facility to receive a charging profile transmitted from the charging profile transmission unit. A charging pressure control unit is provided to the supply facility to control charging pressure of fluid according to the charging profile when fluid is charged to a movable object, which corresponds to the charging profile. | 11-04-2010 |
20100276032 | LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPENSING SYSTEM - A liquid crystal dispensing system includes a frame, a stage coupled to the frame; at least one liquid crystal dispenser moveably coupled the frame over the stage, and at least one measurement member operatively coupled to the liquid crystal dispenser, wherein the at least measurement member detecting an amount of liquid crystal material dispensed from the at least one liquid crystal dispenser. | 11-04-2010 |
20100282361 | PREPARING A TITRATION SERIES - A titration series is prepared. Reagent is loaded into a reagent reservoir within a fluid ejection device. Reagent is ejected from the fluid ejection device into a plurality of receptacles so that an amount of reagent ejected from the fluid ejection device into a first receptacle in the plurality of receptacles is at least 10,000 times an amount of reagent ejected from the fluid ejection device into a second receptacle in the plurality of receptacles. | 11-11-2010 |
20100294393 | Method for Filling a Pressurized Gas Container - The invention relates to a method for filling a gas tank at a pressure P | 11-25-2010 |
20100300577 | LIQUID BEVERAGE FILLING MACHINE FOR FILLING CONTAINERS, SUCH AS BOTTLES OR CANS, WITH A LIQUID BEVERAGE, AND A METHOD OF FILLING CONTAINERS WITH A LIQUID BEVERAGE, IN WHICH THE FLOW OF LIQUID IS MONITORED AND MEASURED - Liquid beverage filling machine for filling containers, such as bottles or cans, with a liquid beverage, and a method of filling containers with a liquid beverage, in which the flow of liquid is monitored and measured. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 12-02-2010 |
20100307632 | Apparatus For And Process Of Filling A Muffler With Fibrous Material Utilizing A Directional Jet - A nozzle for delivering texturized fibrous material into a chamber of a muffler has a body including a texturized fibrous material passageway and a separate directional jet passageway. A method of filling a chamber of a muffler with texturized fibrous material includes the steps of extending a wand into the muffler so that a nozzle on the wand is received in the chamber, discharging a stream of texturized fibrous material into the chamber from a first passageway of the nozzle and discharging a directional jet into the stream of texturized fibrous material from a second passageway of a nozzle whereby the stream of texturized fibrous material is redirected into a desired filling direction to more efficiently fill the chamber. | 12-09-2010 |
20100307633 | PLASTIC PREFORM AND PROCESS FOR THE MANUFACTURING THEREOF TO A POLYCHROMATIC CONTAINER - Preform for the blow moulding of a container comprising a neck section ( | 12-09-2010 |
20100313992 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE AUTOMATION OF COLUMN AND MEDIA PACKING - This invention provides for the fully automated, hands free, packing of chromatography columns by means of delivering a pre-calculated volume of slurry and using two different packing modalities to stop the packing when either 1) this volume has been delivered in the column, or 2) when the adapter is moved to reach a bed height corresponding to the pre-calculated volume. Thus, a chromatography column can be packed in a fully automated fashion and such a column is 1) stable and 2) has the desired performance characteristic. | 12-16-2010 |
20100313993 | VIAL STABILIZER - A method and apparatus for stabilizing vials during a contents transfer, the apparatus having a flat base from which vertical arms rise from each end, and having a stabilizer band segment above and parallel to each side of the flat base to provide stabilizing support to at least one fluid vial when the fluid vial is up-ended over a base vial during a contents transfer. | 12-16-2010 |
20100319803 | FUELING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREFOR - An improved fueling system is disclosed. Each vehicle is equipped with its own operation means to control the distribution from a fuel pump to the vehicle. This will prevent people from having to touch the same fuel pumps. Each vehicle will have a memory device that will store information such as the type of fuel last used to fill the fuel tank of the vehicle, financial information of the vehicle's owner, and the minimum standard of fuel required by the vehicle. Once the fuel pump receives this data from the vehicle's memory device, then user may then initiate fuel transfer. This system may also prevent a car from refueling the stolen car if the fuel pump recognizes the vehicle's data (e.g. VIN number) as having been reported stolen. | 12-23-2010 |
20100319804 | DEVICE FOR FILLING AND DISTRIBUTING GAS AND ASSEMBLY COMPRISING SUCH A DEVICE - Device for filling and distributing gas comprising a body intended to be placed in the orifice of a pressurized-gas storage reservoir, a gas withdrawing circuit running between an upstream first end intended to be connected to the inside of the reservoir and a downstream second end intended to be connected to a user of the gas, the withdrawing circuit comprising a pressure regulator, a low-pressure chamber and an isolation valve positioned in series in that order from upstream to downstream, the low-pressure chamber being connected to a passage for discharging the gas to the outside of the device via a safety relief valve sensitive to the pressure in the low-pressure chamber and designed to close off the discharge passage when the pressure in the low-pressure chamber is below a first threshold, to open the discharge passage when the pressure in the chamber is higher than the first pressure threshold and below a second pressure threshold, and to close the discharge passage when the pressure in the chamber is higher than the second pressure threshold. | 12-23-2010 |
20110000578 | METHOD FOR FILLING CONTAINERS WITH A FILLING MATERIAL CONSISTING OF AT LEAST TWO COMPONENTS, FILLING POINT AND FILLING MACHINE FOR CARRYING OUT SAID METHOD - The invention relates to a method for filling containers ( | 01-06-2011 |
20110005635 | APPARATUS FOR FILLING CONTAINERS WITH MULTICOMPONENT LIQUIDS - An apparatus for filling containers with liquids and in particular with beverages may include a filling device, which fills the liquid into the container. The filling device has a valve device for controlling the liquid flow into the container including a first supply line for supplying a first liquid to the filling device and comprising a second supply line for supplying a second liquid to the filling device, wherein the first supply line and the second supply line are separate from one another at least in some sections. The apparatus may have a control device configured in such a way that, at the start and at the end of a filling process for a container, this container is filled only with the first liquid. | 01-13-2011 |
20110011487 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED WINE BOTTLE POURING - The apparatus and methods of the present invention in a broad aspect provide enhanced safety wine glass pouring fulcrums in a resilient collar that frictionally engages the neck of a wine bottle in a non-rotational relationship below the bottle outlet to position the outer frictional surface of the collar where it will radially compress to form a stable pivot point for the wine bottle when pressed against the edge of a wine glass. The outer surface of the collar can be hydrophobic or hydrophilic and may be smooth or porous. | 01-20-2011 |
20110011488 | LOCKING FUNNEL SYSTEM - A funnel including a receiving chamber for receiving a fluid, a spout depending from a bottom portion of the receiving chamber and adapted to be placed at least partially in an opening of a receiving container for transferring the fluid from the receiving chamber to the receiving container, and a flexible support leg extending from the receiving chamber and configured to be at least partially placed in the opening of the receiving container to more securely position the spout in the opening. | 01-20-2011 |
20110011489 | DEVICE FOR BOTTLING DRINKS WITH CIP CAP CONTROL - A device for bottling liquids into containers with at least one filling member ( | 01-20-2011 |
20110017343 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FILLING A CONTAINER HAVING A TUBE SPOUT FITMENT - A machine and method for filling a container having a tube spout fitment. The machine includes a filling tube interconnected to a first reservoir. The first reservoir holds a product intended to be delivered to the container. The machine preferably a valve controls the delivery of the product from the first reservoir to the container. The fill tube includes an opening configured to fittingly engage the opening of the tube spout fitment. The machine is operable to mount the fill tube onto the tube spout container such that the inner surface of the fill tube is in contact with the outer surface of the tube spout fitment so as to deliver products into the container. | 01-27-2011 |
20110017344 | AN INLET FOR A TANK - The invention relates to an inlet for a tank which is intended for a liquid food product. The inlet is placed in the side wall of the tank and at the upper end of the tank. The inlet is further designed so that the inflowing product is distributed in fan-shape along the inside of the tank. The application also includes a method of supplying liquid food product to a tank. | 01-27-2011 |
20110017345 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR FILLING IN PARTICULAR LARGE-VOLUME CONTAINERS - The present invention relates to a method and a device for filling in particular large-volume containers ( | 01-27-2011 |
20110023994 | APPARATUS FOR BOTTLING MULTI-COMPONENT BEVERAGES - An apparatus for filling liquids and in particular beverages into containers, including a filling device for filling the liquid into the containers, including a liquid line which supplies the liquid to the filling device, wherein the liquid in the liquid line flows in a first flow direction and wherein a flow measuring device is disposed in the liquid line, which flow measuring device determines the quantity of the liquid passing through the flow measuring device in the first flow direction. According to the invention, the flow measuring device is designed in such a way that it also determines the quantity of the liquid passing through the flow metering device in a second flow direction which is opposite to the first flow direction. | 02-03-2011 |
20110023995 | POWDER DISPENSER MODULES AND POWDER DISPENSING METHODS - Powder dispensing and sensing apparatus and methods are provided. The powder dispensing and sensing apparatus includes a tray support structure to receive a cartridge tray holding cartridges, a powder dispenser assembly including powder dispenser modules to dispense powder into respective cartridges of a batch of cartridges in the cartridge tray, a powder transport system to deliver powder to the powder dispenser modules, a sensor module including sensor cells to sense respective fill states, such as the weights, of each of the cartridges in the batch of cartridges, and a control system to control the powder dispenser modules in response to the respective sensed fill states of each of the cartridges of the batch of cartridges. | 02-03-2011 |
20110023996 | Device for Filling Containers | 02-03-2011 |
20110030837 | METHOD FOR FILLING BOTTLES AND FILLER CAP - There is provided a method of filling a bottle, in particular a PET bottle. A filler cap having a first and a second end ( | 02-10-2011 |
20110030838 | SAFETY SYSTEM AND METHOD OF AN UNDERGROUND MINE - Disclosed are a safety system and method of an underground mine. In one embodiment, a method of safety of a mine structure includes expediting an air extraction process from an emergency support system by including a RIC (rapid interventions company/crew)/UAC (universal air connection) fitting to a fill panel to fill a breathable air apparatus. The method may include ensuring that a prescribed pressure of the emergency support system maintains within a threshold range of the prescribed pressure by including a valve of the emergency support system to prevent leakage of breathable air from the emergency support system. The method may also include maintaining the prescribed pressure of the emergency support system such that a system pressure is compatible with a breathable air apparatus through a distribution structure that is rated for use with compressed air. | 02-10-2011 |
20110048572 | GROUND SUPPORT SERVICE CART APPARATUS AND METHODS - A equipment service apparatus suited for use in servicing ground support equipment (GSE) or aircraft ground equipment (AGE). The apparatus includes a plurality of features for use in servicing and maintaining the GSE/AGE where the GSE/AGE is in use servicing an aircraft so that the GSE/AGE is not itself required to be transported to a remote location for servicing and/or maintenance. The apparatus may be constructed as a towable cart. The apparatus may include a fuel tank, a pump system configured to add fuel to or remove fuel from the fuel tank, and a fuel valve assembly operable to control fuel flow into and out of the fuel tank. The apparatus may also include a container storage portion configured to retain a plurality of removable fluid storage containers, at least one power source, and a power control system operable to control power from the at least one power source to operate at least some features of the equipment service apparatus. | 03-03-2011 |
20110048573 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A STERILE LIQUID FOR A FILLING SYSTEM - An apparatus for providing a sterile liquid for a filling system for filling containers, including a first liquid reservoir for receiving a first liquid, a second liquid reservoir for receiving a second liquid, a sterilizing device for sterilizing the first and/or second liquid, and a withdrawal device for selectively withdrawing a sterile liquid from the first or second liquid reservoir. | 03-03-2011 |
20110048574 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LOADING A BENEFICIAL AGENT INTO AN EXPANDABLE MEDICAL DEVICE - The present invention relates to method and apparatus for dispensing a beneficial agent into an expandable medical device. The method includes the step of placing an expandable medical device on a support and dispensing a beneficial agent into a plurality of openings in the medical device with a shield gas for controlling a local environment surrounding the dispenser. | 03-03-2011 |
20110048575 | VISCOUS MATERIAL NONCONTACT JETTING SYSTEM - A viscous material noncontact jetting system has a jetting dispenser mounted for relative motion with respect to a surface. A control is operable to cause the jetting dispenser to jet a viscous material droplet that is applied to the surface as a viscous material dot. A device, such as a camera or weigh scale, is connected to the control and provides a feedback signal representing a size-related physical characteristic of the dot applied to the surface. The size-related physical characteristics of subsequently applied dots is controlled by heating and cooling, or adjusting a piston stroke in the jetting dispenser, in response to the size-related physical characteristic feedback. Dispensed material volume control and velocity offset compensation are also provided. | 03-03-2011 |
20110061761 | METHOD FOR FILLING A PLASTIC CONTAINER HAVING A CONTAINER NECK AND APPLYING A CAPSULE THEREON - The invention relates to a method for applying capsules ( | 03-17-2011 |
20110061762 | FILLING DEGREE GAUGE, AGRICULTURAL VEHICLE WITH THE GAUGE, AND METHOD OF MEASURING AND DISPLAYING RESIDUAL FILLING POTENTIAL OF TARGET AREA - A filling degree gauge for measuring and displaying a residual filling potential of a target area, such as a container, being filled through a target, such as an open top, with goods by a goods carrier, such as a discharge spout, of an agricultural vehicle, such as a harvester, has a 3D sensor for observing at least a part of the target area including at least a part of the target, a data control system and a visual display unit. The data control system operates to provide on the visual display unit a visual display indicating residual filling potential by indicating the current one of at least three different levels of residual filling potential. | 03-17-2011 |
20110061763 | DEVICE WITH NEEDLE PENETRABLE AND LASER RESEALABLE PORTION AND RELATED METHOD - A device defining a chamber for receiving a substance and a thermoplastic portion in fluid communication with the chamber is provided along with a method of filling and sealing the substance within the chamber. The thermoplastic portion defines a penetrable region that is penetrable by a filling member and is heat resealable to hermetically seal an aperture therein by applying laser radiation at a predetermined wavelength and power. The thermoplastic portion comprises a thermoplastic body defining a predetermined wall thickness and includes a styrene block copolymer, an olefin and a predetermined amount of pigment allowing the body to absorb laser radiation at the predetermined wavelength, substantially prevent the passage of radiation through the predetermined wall thickness, and hermetically seal the aperture in the penetrable region in a predetermined time period. The body includes a predetermined amount of lubricant that reduces friction forces at an interface of the filling member and body during penetration thereof. | 03-17-2011 |
20110061764 | FLUID TRANSFER ASSEMBLY AND METHODS OF FLUID TRANSFER - A fluid transfer assembly and methods of fluid transfer is described. In one aspect, the fluid transfer assembly includes a fluid container having an opening in a bottom, a coupling device attached to the fluid container at the opening, and a filling device. The coupling device may include a valve biasing the coupling device in a closed fluid-tight position via magnetic attraction of opposing first and second components, each of the opposing first and second components including a magnetic material. The filling device may include a rigid member with a perimeter smaller than a perimeter of the fluid container opening, the rigid member including a passage along a longitudinal axis and one or more apertures through a sidewall in fluid communication with the passage, such that the coupling device is transitioned from the closed fluid-tight position to an open position by pressing the rigid member against one of the opposing first and second components, thereby placing the apertures in fluid communication with an interior of the fluid container. | 03-17-2011 |
20110067777 | METHOD OF FILLING A FUEL TANK - A method of initially filling a new and previously unused fuel tank with a fuel including Volatile Organic Compounds includes providing a dispensing unit with an elongated flexible dispensing tube, inserting the dispensing tube through a fuel inlet of the fuel tank until the dispensing tube is disposed adjacent a bottom surface of the fuel tank, and introducing the fuel onto the bottom surface of the fuel tank in a smooth flow without spraying the fuel. Introduction of the fuel onto the bottom surface of the fuel tank in a smooth flow disposes any fuel vapors formed therein adjacent the bottom surface of the fuel tank to limit displacement of the fuel vapor into the atmosphere outside the fuel tank as the air in the fuel tank is exhausted in response to filling the fuel tank. | 03-24-2011 |
20110067778 | Apparatus and Methods for Loading a Drug Eluting Medical Device - Methods and apparatus are disclosed for loading a therapeutic substance or drug within a lumenal space of a hollow wire having a plurality of side openings along a length thereof that forms a hollow drug-eluting stent with a plurality of side drug delivery openings. Loading a drug within the lumenal space of the hollow stent includes a drug filling step, in which the drug is mixed with a solvent or dispersion medium. The lumenal space may be filled with the drug solution or suspension in a reverse fill process and/or a forward fill process. After the drug filling step, a solvent or dispersion medium extracting step is performed to extract the solvent or dispersion medium from within the lumenal space such that only the drug remains within the hollow stent. A stent cleaning step may be performed to an exterior surface of the hollow stent. | 03-24-2011 |
20110073212 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MEASURING INGREDIENTS IN A CONTAINER OF A BEVERAGE DISPENSER - A system for measuring an ingredient in a container of a beverage dispenser includes a scale having a base with the container supported on the base. The ingredient has a recipe weight equal to a weight of a total amount of the ingredient that will be dispensed into the container and an in-flight weight that is equal to a weight of the ingredient that has left the dispenser but is not yet supported within the container so that it is detected by the scale. A dispenser controller subtracts the in-flight weight parameter from the recipe weight to calculate a target weight of ingredient within the beverage container, thereby controlling the activation or deactivation of the ingredient dispenser(s). | 03-31-2011 |
20110073213 | COLUMN PACKING METHOD - A method for packing a media bed in a column ( | 03-31-2011 |
20110088806 | METHOD OF TRANSPORTING ABSORBENT RESIN POWDER - Provided is a method of transporting an absorbent resin powder, said method being suitable for long-distance transport, and being able to inhibit the deterioration of the properties of the absorbent resin powder while also inhibiting obstructions. During the manufacturing process, the absorbent resin powder is transported pneumatically via transport pipes. This transport method involves two or more air transport devices (A, B, C) within one transport section, and the air transport devices (A, B, C) are connected in series by transport pipes (P | 04-21-2011 |
20110088807 | Sulfur Loading Apparatus - A chemical loading system is used for loading a molten chemical into a tanker. The chemical loading system includes a source supplying a molten chemical and a tanker for receiving the molten chemical. The chemical loading system has a stationary feed line supplying a chemical from the source. An extendable loader has a feed passage that is in fluid communication with the feed line. The extendable loader has a retracted position and an extended position relative to the feed line. The feed passage is adapted to have at least a portion thereof inside the tanker when in the extendable loader is in the extended position. A hoist assembly selectively extends and retracts the extendable loader assembly between the retracted and extended positions. | 04-21-2011 |
20110094616 | BEVERAGE FILLING METHOD AND APPARATUS - Only a bottle properly preliminarily heated is sterilized by hydrogen peroxide. Temperature inspection to the bottle is performed while travelling the bottle. During the inspection, a bottle of which temperature does not reach a predetermined temperature is removed and a bottle of which temperature reaches the predetermined temperature is continuously travelled, hydrogen peroxide condensed mist α is blown toward a mouth portion | 04-28-2011 |
20110100500 | POWERLESS AIR CHARGING APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD - The air charger system provided is configured to provide an air supply to a pressurized water storage system without the use of external power. The system includes a venturi vented to the ambient atmosphere, such that the venturi siphons air from the ambient atmosphere when the venturi reaches a choked flow condition, and the system stores the siphoned air in a charging tank to supply a water storage tank. In various embodiments, the air charger system conserves energy because the use of external power is eliminated. Instead of using a traditional air compressor, the air charger systems converts the potential energy of water in a storage tank to kinetic energy in order to pressurize air in a charging tank. In addition, the air charger system also achieves greater energy conservation with the elimination of an air compressor, such that the system requires less repair and maintenance than a traditional system. | 05-05-2011 |
20110108153 | Apparatus and method for rapidly adjustable liquid blending ratio - A liquid dispensing and blending technique is disclosed. The apparatus includes a cover assembly unit including a mounting rack with a plurality of level indicators, a measuring vessel, for storing a liquid for dispensing, including an opening at top to be covered with the cover assembly unit, and an overflow port on a sidewall to drain an excess amount of the liquid so that a liquid surface in the measuring vessel is defined; and a dip tube attached to the mounting rack having an intake opening to remove a specific amount of the liquid from the measuring vessel, an exit end to lead the amount of the liquid to a mixing container, wherein the specific amount of the liquid is determined from the level indicators. | 05-12-2011 |
20110108154 | Container - The use of a container in an automatic dishwasher. The container is shaped such that it has a maximum width of less than 40 mm. | 05-12-2011 |
20110108155 | Device and Method for Loss-Free Filling of Continuously-Mixed Media in Containers - A device for loss-free filling of continuously mixed media in containers may include a mixing tank, a filler valve, and a connecting line. The mixing tank serves to receive and mix at least two different media, of which at least one medium is a fluid, and has a closing device for closing an outlet from the mixing tank. The filler valve serves for filling the mixed media from the mixing tank in the containers. The connecting line is arranged between the outlet from the mixing tank and the filler valve. Here the closing device has a ventilation line that can be connected with the connecting line to ventilate the connecting line to the filler valve. Also a plant may include such a device and a transport device for transporting the containers to the filler valve of the device. | 05-12-2011 |
20110108156 | Apparatus and Method of Labelling Filled Containers - An apparatus for the treatment of containers may include a filling device, which fills the containers with a flowable medium, and a labelling device, which is arranged downstream with respect to this filling device in a conveying direction of the containers and which provides an outer wall of the filled containers with labels. The apparatus further includes a conveying device, which conveys the containers from the filling device to the labelling device, provided between the filling device and the labelling device, and a drying device, which dries the containers and acts upon them with a gaseous medium, is arranged along the conveying path of the containers between the filling device and the labelling device. | 05-12-2011 |
20110108157 | Metering Device and Method for Operating said Metering Device - The invention relates to a metering device for fine grained powder ( | 05-12-2011 |
20110114218 | BOTTLE - A temperature regulating mechanism is attached inside the bottle. The temperature regulating mechanism may include phase change material. The temperature regulating mechanism may maintain a liquid (e.g. Vodka) stored in the bottle at a substantially consistent temperature (e.g. approximately 10 degrees Celsius) for a reasonable period of time. | 05-19-2011 |
20110120589 | LIQUID TRANSPORTATION - A liquid transportation system includes a loading station where a liquid is loaded into a container of a delivery vehicle, and a drop off location where the delivery vehicle transfers the liquid into a storage tank. The storage tank includes a tank marker including a first identification device that generates a first signal. The first signal identifies a type of liquid to be stored in the storage tank. The delivery vehicle includes a product marker having a control system and a second identification device. The second identification device identifies a type of liquid contained in the container. The control system receives the first signal and the second signal and determines whether the type of the liquid stored in the container is the same as the type of liquid to be stored in the storage tank. | 05-26-2011 |
20110120590 | Inflator Apparatus, System and Method for Utilizing the Same - An inflator apparatus for inflating more than one un-inflated tire-wheel assembly is disclosed. The inflator apparatus includes a support structure; an interface portion rotatably-attached to the support structure, wherein the interface portion includes a plurality of inflator heads, wherein each inflator head of the plurality of inflator heads includes a fluid inlet; a plunger portion movably-connected to the support structure, wherein the plunger portion is movably-connected to the support structure to permit selectively coupling of the plunger portion with one inflator head of the plurality of inflator heads; and a fluid conduit connected to the plunger portion, wherein the fluid conduit is fluidly connectable with the fluid inlet of the one inflator head of the plurality of inflator heads. A system for processing more than one un-inflated tire-wheel assembly is also disclosed. A method for utilizing an inflator apparatus for inflating more than one un-inflated tire-wheel assembly is also disclosed. | 05-26-2011 |
20110132489 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PERFORMING QUALITY ASSURANCE OF BRANDING OF PHARMACEUTICAL/MEDICAL CONTAINERS AND COMPUTER ASSISTED SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BRANDING PHARMACEUTICAL/MEDICAL CONTAINERS - In some embodiments, quality assurance systems for verifying branding of at least one medication container associated with at least one of a prescription and medication order are provided. The systems including: a transport system that transports at least one first container branded with a particular branding among a plurality of brandings to and from a pharmaceutical and/or medical product dispensing system, and transports the at least one first container to the pharmaceutical and/or medical product dispensing system after correcting the particular branding when correction is performed; a scanning system including at least one scanner for scanning identification information associated with the at least one first container; a display that displays order information associated with the identification information received from the scanning system including information indicating a correct branding for the at least one first container; and a pharmacist station for determining whether the correct branding matches the particular branding and correcting the particular branding if the correct branding does not match the particular branding. | 06-09-2011 |
20110139292 | WATER COLLECTION APPARATUS AND METHOD - An apparatus and method for passively collecting water in an environment where dew forms are disclosed. The apparatus has a radial body which includes a hydrophobic surface that is supported at a slope of about 10 to 80 degrees from the direction of gravity. The apparatus may also include ridges which increase the surface area of the body thus increasing dew collection and provide shade which reduces the temperature increase of the body when the apparatus is exposed to sunlight. The method includes supporting a hydrophobic radial surface at a slope of about 10 to 80 degrees from the direction of gravity and waiting for dew or condensation to form on the hydrophobic surface and run down the hydrophobic surface to either a reservoir or a beneficiary of the passively collected water, such as the roots of a plant. | 06-16-2011 |
20110139293 | DISTRIBUTED MEDICINE SUPPLYING DEVICE, AND MEDICINE PACKAGING DEVICE - There is provided a distributed medicine supplying device, which allows medicines to be distributed at a time relative to a plurality of prescription data and to be distributed appropriately in response to various types of requests. The distributed medicine supplying device includes: a receiving unit | 06-16-2011 |
20110139294 | METHOD OF FILLING LIQUID SAMPLE - A method of filling a liquid sample includes: supplying the liquid sample to a first well of a biochip; adhering a cover and the substrate of the biochip in a loop-shaped area surrounding the first well and plural second wells on the substrate; moving the liquid sample from the first well to the second wells through a space between the cover and the substrate by rotating the biochip around a rotation axis in a state in which the biochip is arranged such that a distance from any one of the second wells to the rotation axis in a vertical direction with respect to the rotation axis is longer than a distance from the first well to the rotation axis in the vertical direction with respect to the rotation axis; and sealing the first well and the second wells by adhering the cover to the substrate to thereby seal. | 06-16-2011 |
20110146835 | AUTOMATED PHARMACY DRUG HANDLING AND PRESCRIPTION VERIFICATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - An intake to exit security system for high-volume pharmacies provides maximum security from tampering and assures accuracy. The system immediately assigns bar codes to shipments upon arrival and then tracks them through warehousing, bulk distribution, prescription dispensing and shipping to patients, hospitals and drugstores. Bar-coded lock neck devices secure bulk drug canisters to bar-coded dispensing machines at specified dispensing stations where the machines dispense drugs into pre-labeled prescription bottles according to prescription indicia on the labels. Bottles then undergo content analysis and certification before packaged and shipped to customers. A Ramon laser spectral analysis contrasts the bottle contents to a library of known spectral signatures of drugs, and the pharmacist is alerted to any detected difference. A simultaneously captured visual image of the pills enables the pharmacist visually to compare the contents to a library of known visual appearances of the drugs. Both analyses are recorded for prescriptions certified and forwarded to customers. Deviations are excised without disrupting flow of other prescriptions, and the system automatically reassigns an incorrectly filled prescription to another bottle which starts anew through the system. Full bottles of commonly used drugs and specialized containers for irregularly shaped objects, creams and ointments may be pre-filled and inventoried for later collation with prescription bottles at the packaging and shipping stage. | 06-23-2011 |
20110162753 | VAPOR RECOVERY PUMP REGULATION OF PRESSURE TO MAINTAIN AIR TO LIQUID RATIO - A method of operating a vapor recovery system that recovers vapors expelled from a vehicle during refueling at a fuel dispensing point and returns the vapors to an underground storage tank through a vapor flow path that is in fluid communication with an air to liquid regulator valve and a vapor pump. The method includes dispensing fuel into the vehicle through the fuel dispensing point, regulating an amount of vapor that is recovered through the fuel dispensing point with the air to liquid regulator valve in proportion to the fuel dispensed into the vehicle, detecting a parameter of the vapor recovery system, and maintaining a substantially constant pressure level in a first portion of the vapor return path that is disposed between the vapor pump and the air to liquid regulator valve. | 07-07-2011 |
20110168290 | MACHINE RETROFITS AND INTERACTIVE SODA FOUNTAINS - Systems, apparatus, methods, and articles of manufacture for machine retrofits and interactive soda fountains are provided. | 07-14-2011 |
20110168291 | DEVICE FOR FILLING A FILTER, AND METHOD THEREFOR - The present invention relates to an apparatus and a method for the filling of a medical filter, wherein the filter has at least one first space and one second space which are semipermeably separated by one or more membranes, wherein the spaces each have at least one inflow and outflow, and wherein a detection unit having first and second means is provided, with liquid discharge from at least one of the spaces being able to be detected by means of the first means and the state of the filling of the filter being able to be determined by means of the second means with reference to the detected liquid discharge. | 07-14-2011 |
20110174416 | VALVE ASSEMBLIES - A valve assembly is provided that can operate to fill and/or 100 refill a container with, for example, a liquid while venting excess vapor from the container associated with the liquid to relieve pressure in the container created by the liquid, and that can operate to introduce a carrier gas into the container for use in retrieving vapor products from the liquid within the container. The valve assembly includes a housing defining two bores and multiple ports extending through the housing in communication with the bores. A valve spool is located within each bore to selectively control movement through the housing of the liquid, the excess vapor associated with the liquid, the carrier gas, and the vapor products retrieved from the liquid by the carrier gas. | 07-21-2011 |
20110180176 | TANK FILLER NECK - This disclosure relates to a tank filler neck which comprises a housing, in which at least one flow aid and a head part are arranged. The flow aid and the head part, which may be designed with a screw thread, are connected to form an insert, which by insertion in the housing can be connected thereto, a flap comprising a grounding lug being connectable to the head part. | 07-28-2011 |
20110180177 | CABLE ATTACHMENT WITH FILLING MATERIAL - A cable attachment has a body and a plunger. During installation, a filling material binds the cable to the attachment. | 07-28-2011 |
20110192489 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR TRANSFERRING A SUBSTANCE BETWEEN CLOSED SYSTEMS - The invention relates to a method and to a device for transferring a substance between closed systems (G | 08-11-2011 |
20110192490 | INFLATION NOZZLE WITH VALVE-LOCATING PROBE AND PULSATING AIR SUPPLY - An inflation nozzle for inflating an inflatable structure. The inflation nozzle includes a nozzle body, a probe, and a connection portion. The nozzle body defines a nozzle channel therethrough, and the channel has a channel outlet for expelling a fluid therefrom. The probe extends from the nozzle body adjacent and beyond the channel outlet, and is configured and dimensioned to facilitate positioning an inflation aperture of the flexible structure onto the nozzle body for directing fluid into the inflation aperture. The connection portion associates with the nozzle body for fluidly connecting the channel to a fluid source for delivering fluid through the channel to inflate the flexible structure. | 08-11-2011 |
20110197988 | FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM AND METHOD - A fuel delivery system and method for reducing the likelihood that a fuel tank of equipment at a well site during fracturing of a well will run out of fuel. A fuel source has plural fuel outlets, a hose on each fuel outlet of the plural fuel outlets, each hose being connected to a fuel cap on a respective one of the fuel tanks for delivery of fuel to the fuel tank. At least a manually controlled valve at each fuel outlet controls fluid flow through the hose at the respective fuel outlet. | 08-18-2011 |
20110197989 | DISPOSABLE, STERILE FLUID TRANSFER DEVICE - The present invention relates to a process for the sterile transfer of fluids, be they liquids or gases. It uses a presterilized device comprised of a body having a bore formed through at least a portion of its interior. Contained within the bore is a movable plunger. The body has a first and a second end. The first end contains a face designed to be attached to the upstream component. The second end is connected to a downstream component such as a filter, pipeline, sample bag and the like. The plunger has corresponding first and second ends. The first end of the plunger when it the closed position is in alignment with the face of the body which combined form a steamable surface and a sterile barrier against the environment to the rest of the interior of the body, the plunger and downstream components. The device is attached to an upstream component and the face and the first end of the plunger are steam sterilized in place. | 08-18-2011 |
20110197990 | POWDER DISPENSING AND SENSING APPARATUS AND METHODS - Powder dispensing and sensing apparatus and methods are provided. The powder dispensing and sensing apparatus includes a tray support structure to receive a cartridge tray holding cartridges, a powder dispenser assembly including powder dispenser modules to dispense powder into respective cartridges of a batch of cartridges in the cartridge tray, a powder transport system to deliver powder to the powder dispenser modules, a sensor module including sensor cells to sense respective fill states, such as the weights, of each of the cartridges in the batch of cartridges, and a control system to control the powder dispenser modules in response to the respective sensed fill states of each of the cartridges of the batch of cartridges. | 08-18-2011 |
20110203699 | CHEMICAL MIXER - A chemical mixing apparatus has a mixing tank having an inlet and an outlet, means for introducing a liquid into the mixing tank, and a tubular conveyor assembly having a first end and a second end. The second end of the conveyor assembly is sealably connected to the inlet of the mixing tank. A portable hopper having a sealable inlet and a sealable discharge conduit is detachably and sealably connected to the first end of the conveyor assembly such that a solid chemical contained in the chemical storage chamber of the portable hopper may be transported within the portable hopper from a remote location and conveyed from the portable hopper to the mixing tank without exposing the area surrounding the mixing tank to the solid chemical. | 08-25-2011 |
20110220239 | HIGH DENSITY PLATE FILLER - A filling apparatus for filling a microplate. The microplate can comprise a plurality of wells each sized to receive an assay. A substrate can comprise a first surface and an opposing second surface, a first assay input port for receiving the assay disposed on the first surface, a plurality of staging capillaries extending through the substrate, and a first plurality of microfluidic channels fluidly coupling the first assay input port with at least one of the plurality of staging capillaries. Each of the plurality of staging capillaries can comprise an inlet and an outlet and be sized to receive the assay. | 09-15-2011 |
20110226381 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A BOTTLING PLANT - A method of controlling a bottling plant, including detecting an operating state of the bottling plant, determining whether for the detected operating state the energy consumption and/or the consumable consumption of at least one consumer of the bottling plant can be reduced, and if it is determined that the energy consumption and/or the consumable consumption of at least one consumer can be reduced, reducing the energy consumption and/or the consumable consumption of the at least one consumer. | 09-22-2011 |
20110232801 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISTRIBUTING FUEL FROM A HYDRANT PIT VALVE AT AN AIRPORT - A fuel delivery system of an aircraft refueling vehicle that is configured to distribute fuel from a hydrant pit valve at an airport. The fuel delivery system includes a first hose including a coupler that is configured to be fluidly connected to a hydrant pit valve at an airport to receive fuel from the hydrant pit valve. A fuel passageway is fluidly coupled to the first hose. An on-board fuel tank is fluidly coupled to the fuel passageway. A second hose is fluidly coupled to the fuel passageway. The second hose includes a nozzle that is configured to be coupled to a refueling point on an aircraft to distribute fuel into a fuel tank of an aircraft. A valve is coupled to the fuel passageway to control the flow of fuel to and from the aircraft refueling vehicle. | 09-29-2011 |
20110240170 | DISPENSING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SYSTEM - A dispensing system is provided that includes a vessel having a base portion with an aperture, and a dispenser containing a control system. The dispensing system controls the flow of a liquid into the vessel to provide for a rapid fill. | 10-06-2011 |
20110240171 | Medication Catch Tray - A device to hold a patient pill cup and receive medication as they are dispensed from blister packs. The structure is designed to capture pills that miss the pill cup, which may then be poured via a spout back into the cup without contamination or waste. The device may comprise a rimmed tray with a central cup holder, as well as a pour spout and handle on opposing ends. | 10-06-2011 |
20110240172 | DEVICE FOR STORING AND DOSING A SOLVENT - A device for storing and/or dosing a solvent for dissolving a substance that is to be used in liquid form has a container, a mounting mechanism for mounting the container on a vessel, preferably a reagent vessel from the laboratory sector, and an opener for opening the container. | 10-06-2011 |
20110247718 | COSMETIC OR DERMATOLOGICAL SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT OF THE PROPERTIES OF A PREPARATION AS A FUNCTION OF DATA TRANSMITTED BY A TRANSMITTER EXTERNAL TO THE SYSTEM - A cosmetic or dermatological system includes a receiver of data related to current and/or future surrounding conditions transmitted by a data transmitter external to the system, a packaging and dispenser device containing one or more compositions from which a preparation is delivered, an adjustment system that is coupled to or suitable for coupling to the packaging and dispenser device, and that enables at least one characteristic of the dispensed preparation to be varied, and a processor for automatically controlling the adjustment system as a function of the received data or for informing the user, as a function of the received data, about an action to be exerted on the adjustment system. | 10-13-2011 |
20110247719 | AUTOMATED FILLING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to transferring fluidic media from a vial to a reservoir. In various embodiments, fluidic media may be transferred from the vial to the reservoir by moving a housing portion to move a plunger head located in the reservoir to draw fluidic media from the vial to the reservoir. In other embodiments, fluidic media may be transferred from the vial to the reservoir while the reservoir is held by a holding unit and vibrated by a vibrator to remove air from the fluidic media. In some embodiments, fluidic media may be transferred from the vial to the reservoir by moving a handle operatively connected to a bias member for assisting with the transfer of fluidic media. In other embodiments, the transfer of fluidic media may be assisted by a bias member and a needle connecting atmosphere and the vial. | 10-13-2011 |
20110247720 | Machine For Testing Container Capacity - An inspection machine for inspecting the volume of liquid contained by a bottle filed to its defined fill height. A head is lowered and has a sealing plate which seals the open finish of a bottle. A fill tube assembly is part of the head and continues to be lowered until a level sensor is located to sense liquid at a pre-fill level. High and low pressure water lines which are a part of the fill tube assembly are operated to fill the bottle to the pre-fill level. The sealing plate is released and then the process is repeated lowering the sensor to the post-fill level and operating only the low-pressure line to fill the bottle to the post-fill level. The total liquid filling the bottle is then computed. | 10-13-2011 |
20110247721 | Method and Apparatus for Vending a Containerized Liquid Product Utilizing an Automatic Self-Service Refill System - A method and apparatus for vending a containerized fluid includes placing a machine-readable indicia on the container identifying the base fluid. The container may be filled and then distributed or distributed prior to filling through various distribution channels to consumers. When a consumer wishes to fill or re-fill the container, the consumer places the container adjacent a reader that interprets the indicia to identify the base fluid to be dispensed. A dispenser then fills the container through a movable fill probe that elevates as the liquid within the container rises. In some embodiments, and prior to filling, the dispenser apparatus may also query the consumer about options are provided at the time of dispensing for further dispensing various optional ingredients, including scents, flavors, colors, nutritional supplements or other additives together with the base product. In further embodiments, the dispenser may also print discount tickets or coupons that may discount the purchase of the containerized fluid or other promotional merchandise. The machine-readable indicia may include affiliate codes that permit crediting or compensating various affiliates in relation to the container filling. | 10-13-2011 |
20110253249 | DEVICE FOR LOADING SOLID PARTICLES INTO AN ENCLOSURE - The invention relates to a device for loading solid particles into an enclosure, including: a means for supplying solid particles to be dispensed, which can be arranged on the top part of the enclosure to be loaded and which pours the solid particles in a substantially vertical manner into a feeding pipe ( | 10-20-2011 |
20110253250 | Penetrable and Resealable Lyophilization Method - Device and method for lyophilizing a substance within the device and storing therein the lyophilized substance. The device defines a chamber for receiving therein the substance to be lyophilized, a penetrable and resealable portion of the device is penetrable or pierceable by a needle for filling the device with the substance, and a resulting hole therein is resealable by transmitting radiation from a radiation source thereon. A filter is connectable in fluid communication between an interior and exterior of the chamber for permitting fluid to flow therethrough in a direction from the interior to the exterior of the chamber, and for substantially preventing contaminants from flowing therethrough in a direction from the exterior to the interior of the chamber. | 10-20-2011 |
20110259466 | Liquid-Dissolved Gas Characterization Facility and Method - The invention particularly relates to a facility for characterizing liquid-dissolved gas. | 10-27-2011 |
20110259467 | PHARMACEUTICAL WASTE DISPOSAL ASSEMBLY INCLUDING WASTE DIVERTER - A pharmaceutical waste disposal assembly ( | 10-27-2011 |
20110259468 | MACHINE AND METHOD FOR FILLING AND WEIGHING CAPSULES - A machine for dosing a product in capsules, includes a rotating turret which has seats suitable for receiving empty capsules and a dosing device for dosing the product in the capsules. The machine further includes a feeding unit having a first weighing device for weighing empty capsules, a transfer arrangement for transferring empty capsules, when weighed, to predetermined seats of the turret for being filled with the product, a second weighing device for weighing capsules filled with the product, and a processing device connected to the first and second weighing device for receiving data relative to weights measured by the first and second weighing devices and for calculating for each capsule a difference between the weight measured before and the weight measured after filling. In this manner, a respective quantity of dosed product is calculated. | 10-27-2011 |
20110272055 | Device and method for transferring air from a first tire to second tire - A device and method for transferring air from a first tire to a second tire which comprises an elongated flexible tube having an air flow passageway therethrough. Two coupling adaptor components are provided, with each attached to a free end of the elongated flexible tube to engage with an air valve of one of the tires. A mechanism in each of the coupling adaptor components is for opening the air valves in one of the tires, to allow air to transfer from the second tire to the first tire that is under inflated, to balance some of the air pressure between the tires. | 11-10-2011 |
20110272056 | BEVERAGE DISPENSER - An apparatus for introducing a selected beverage into a flexible pouch | 11-10-2011 |
20110272057 | METHOD FOR THE PRESSURSED FILLING OF BOTTLES OR LIKE CONTAINERS, AND FILLING SYSTEM AND FILLING MACHINE FOR CARRYING OUT SAID METHOD - The invention relates to a method for the pressurised filling of bottles or like containers with a liquid filling material, using a return gas tube protruding into the respective container during a filling phase in order to control the filling level. | 11-10-2011 |
20110277870 | NEEDLELESS INJECTOR DRUG CAPSULE AND A METHOD FOR FILLING THEREOF - A method for tilling needleless injector capsules with liquid drug, whereby dissolved gas within the drug is replaced by a less soluble gas in order to reduce the inclusion of gas bubbles, or to prevent the growth of bubbles during storage and thereby prevent breakage of the capsules. | 11-17-2011 |
20110277871 | MACHINE AND METHOD FOR FILLING AND CHECKING CAPSULES - A machine for dosing a plurality of products in capsules, or similar containers, includes a plurality of dosing units for filling the capsules with respective products and a turret arrangement that rotates intermittently and is arranged for housing and moving the capsules in sequence through the dosing units. The machine further includes a plurality of checking units, each of which is located downstream of a respective dosing unit for measuring a quantity of product dosed in the capsules by the respective dosing units. | 11-17-2011 |
20110277872 | DEVICE FOR SELECTIVELY BLOCKING A FLUID PASSAGE - The invention relates to a device for selectively blocking a fluid passage, particularly for a tap-filling intake, including a structure defining a channel for the passage of a fluid extending between an inlet at an upstream end and an outlet at a downstream end, a valve seat, a valve selectively mobile in the channel between a first position for blocking the passage by sealingly bearing on the seat and a second position for opening the passage in which the valve is not sealingly bearing on the seat, wherein the blocking device includes a deformable seal, supported by the mobile valve and/or the seat, for bearing against the seat and ensuring the seal of the blocking when the valve is in the first position, characterised in that the mobile valve includes a main body and a stop mobile relative to the main body, the main body and the mobile abutment defining a mechanism for selectively pressurizing the seal and movable between a working position for pressuring the seal for increasing the force thereof on the seat and a rest position in which the pressure on the seal is released so as to reduce the force thereof on the seat. | 11-17-2011 |
20110284119 | Cereal bowl with elevated trough - A bowl includes a main bowl portion and an ancillary portion or trough integral with the side of the bowl that is shaped to receive cereal or other food as a staging location before the food is maneuvered into the main bowl portion. | 11-24-2011 |
20110290370 | REFILLABLE MATERIAL TRANSFER SYSTEM - A material transfer system for storing, transferring and dispensing viscous material, such as fluids and liquids, includes a material containment vessel with an upper region incorporating a motive force and a bottom region with a material ingress and egress opening. A diconical or other shaped force transfer device is located in the material containment area. The force transfer device is an energy transducer when the material containment is filled with highly viscous materials, such as adhesives, sealants, mastics or lubricating greases. The force transfer device serves as an integral part of a level indicator for both viscous fluids and lower viscosity liquids. The viscous material itself forms a seal between the interface region of the force transfer device and the inside wall of the fluid vessel. Vertical stabilizing elements may extend outward from the force transfer device. | 12-01-2011 |
20110297271 | handheld controller for filling wine barrels - A handheld controller for filling wine barrels with wine or other liquid containers with liquid includes a pressure sensor and a removable dip tube. The dip tube is inserted in the wine barrel and a pressure sensor coupled to the dip tube measures a pressure in the dip tube. The measured pressure corresponds to a liquid level in the wine barrel. The handheld controller is also coupled to a pump for filling the wine barrel with wine. The pressure sensor may be calibrated to detect a desired fill level of the wine barrel. A microprocessor in the handheld controller monitors the measured pressure of the dip tube and shuts off the pump when the measured pressure reaches the calibrated pressure. The handheld controller improves throughput of filling wine barrels and reduces or eliminates overfill of wine barrels, thereby reducing unsanitary or hazardous conditions. | 12-08-2011 |
20110297272 | Frozen Beverage Dispensing Manifold - A frozen beverage dispensing unit includes a first replaceable frozen beverage module, a second replaceable frozen beverage module, a plumbing module, and a dispensing module. The dispensing module includes a programmable dispensing manifold for preparing frozen beverages in accordance with dispensing profiles. In an embodiment, a rotating turn table turns a beverage container in accordance with a dispensing profile. The dispensing profile includes instructions for layering of contents of different frozen beverage modules being placed in a beverage container. Moreover, the contents of different food add-in modules may also be added to the beverage container based on the selected dispensing profile. | 12-08-2011 |
20110303320 | High-Performance Lining Structure with Controlled Lateral Clearances - Container having a lining structure, comprising a crystalline phase containing 55 to 97 wt % of xonotlite crystallites and 3 to 45 wt % of tobermorite crystallites and comprising less than 15 wt % of intermediates of formula Ca | 12-15-2011 |
20110303321 | WASTAGE REDUCING DEVICE - The invention provides a device for aiding the transfer of coffee grounds from a grinder and/or for reducing the wastage of coffee grounds including during such transfer. The device comprises at least one wall portion for guiding the coffee grounds. | 12-15-2011 |
20110308662 | Marine Fuel Tank Ullage System - A ullage system for a marine fuel tank that maintains an exact ullage space in all marine refueling situations including refueling in moving or pitching and rolling situations. The invention includes two ball valve assemblies that are inserted into a fuel tank at approximately the same level. The two assemblies typically are at opposite ends of the tank. One of the ball valves is smaller than the other in diameter. The smaller valve is coupled to an air vent; the larger valve is coupled to the filler tube. An important feature of the present invention is that it can typically be made to fit any marine fuel tank simply by changing the length of a vent tube to reach the correct ullage level for the tank at hand. The components of the present invention can be made from standard fuel valve materials. | 12-22-2011 |
20110308663 | Apparatus And Method For The Vapor Recovery Of Propane Vapors During Fueling - A method and apparatus for the recovery of vapors associated with propane fueling. The fuel vapor recovery system can be implemented with typical retail propane fueling facilities. | 12-22-2011 |
20110308664 | Boat water supply winterization system and method - A method for winterizing boat engines and a system with components designed for performing the method comprising an air-pressure-supply means that can be used to pressurize the system and thereby force water out the inlet port, an anti-freeze supply means that will supply anti-freeze liquid into the system when the component that is to be winterized is operated to draw water, and means for coupling these components to the water system. | 12-22-2011 |
20110315267 | BEVERAGE PACKAGING LABELS MADE OF RESIN BLENDS THAT PROVIDE ENHANCED GAS BARRIER PROPERTIES AND RELATED METHODS - A method of improving the shelf life of a beverage may involve selecting a container for containing a beverage, the container having a first gas barrier property; selecting a blended label having a second gas barrier property; applying the blended label to the container such that the container has a resultant gas barrier property that is greater than the first gas barrier property; and placing the beverage in the container. A beverage container may have a PET wall having a first gas barrier property and a blended label adjacent the PET wall, the blended label having a second gas barrier property, wherein the container has a resultant gas barrier property that is greater than the first gas barrier property. Two different beverage products may be bottled in the same type of container using blended labels that have different gas barrier properties tailored for each beverage product. | 12-29-2011 |
20120000568 | Fuel transfer coupling - Provided herein are devices usefully applied to coupling fittings that pass fuel and fuel tank headspace vapor simultaneously in a countercurrent fashion. In one end use, such a coupling fitting has its vapor tube and fuel conduit attached to a fuel reservoir, and wherein the vapor tube includes a sightglass. Affixing a device as herein provided to a coupling fitting so attached to such a reservoir provides fluid communication between the fuel conduit and vapor tube, thus enabling a person who is adding fuel to the reservoir to obtain an accurate reading via the sightglass on the vapor tube. | 01-05-2012 |
20120006445 | FILLER COUPLING AND CORRESPONDING RECEPTACLE AND FILLING METHOD - A filler coupling comprising an isolation valve that can move relative to a seat between an upstream closing position and a downstream opening position, said isolation valve being moved to its upstream position by a return member, the coupling also comprising a dust-prevention valve placed upstream of the isolation valve, said dust-prevention valve comprising a downstream end and being able to move relative to the body between an upstream closing position and a downstream opening position, said dust-prevention valve being moved to its upstream position by a return member, characterized in that the dust-prevention valve can be moved selectively downstream either: | 01-12-2012 |
20120006446 | POWDER FILLING APPARATUS, POWDER FILLING METHOD AND PROCESS CARTRIDGE - A powder filling apparatus and a powder filling method which enable powder to be densely filled in a short period of time is to be provided. This is a powder filling apparatus having a pressure hopper wherein the pressure hopper has a discharger for discharging powder and a gas inlet positioned above at least the surface of a powder layer formed by the powder in the pressure hopper; the powder layer is so formed as to blockade the discharger in the pressure hopper; in the powder filling apparatus, the inside of the pressure hopper is pressurized by leading in gas through the gas inlet in a state in which the discharger is closed, and the powder layer so formed as to blockade the discharger is discharged by opening the discharger after the pressurization thereby to utilize that pressure to load the powder into the filling container. | 01-12-2012 |
20120012224 | FILLING DEVICE FOR FILLING CONTAINERS - A filling device for filling containers with a food product is provided for use in the food industry. The filling device comprises at least one weighing device including at least one piezoelement configured to determine a filling amount of the food product. | 01-19-2012 |
20120018030 | APPARATUS AND METHOD OF FILLING CONTAINERS WITH CLEANING DEVICE - An apparatus ( | 01-26-2012 |
20120024416 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING FLUID FROM A CONTAINER AND INTO A FLUID RECEPTACLE - A system and method for transferring fluid directly from a container sealed with a closure, to a receptacle. The receptacle includes an aperture and an interior floor. The fluid dispenser has two ends—a first end pierces the closure to establish fluid communication between the interior and exterior of the container and the second end engages the aperture in the receptacle. Relative movement of the receptacle and container toward each other dispenses fluid from the container, through the dispenser, and directly into the receptacle. The second end of the dispenser is precluded from contacting the interior floor of the receptacle to avoid unintentional withdrawal of the fluid from the receptacle. | 02-02-2012 |
20120024417 | Bellows-Type Reservoir For Microsystems - The invention relates to a storage and dispensing vessel for microsystems and to a method for storing and dispensing a liquid. It is the object of the invention to be able to store a liquid with volatile and/or creeping substances in very small vessels over many months, preferably over at least one year, and to be able to dispense it automatically with comparatively little technical effort. For accomplishing this object, a bellows configured as a vessel is provided which is sealed, preferably welded, in an air-tight and liquid-tight manner once the bellows vessel has been filled. This bellows vessel at the same time serves as a dispensing vessel. The vessel can be emptied automatically with relatively simple means. For this purpose, it is, for example, clamped into a device which compresses the bellows, namely in the direction of a hollow needle—also referred to as cannula or hypodermic needle—or of a comparable means. In the process, the hollow needle or the comparable means pierces a vessel wall. The vessel is then automatically emptied via the hollow needle or the comparable means. | 02-02-2012 |
20120024418 | Refuel valve assembly and method for refuelling an aircraft - The invention provides a refuel valve assembly | 02-02-2012 |
20120024419 | METHOD AND A DEVICE FOR FILLING A RESERVOIR OF VARIABLE WORKING VOLUME - A filling method for filling a reservoir ( | 02-02-2012 |
20120031522 | Motorcycle Fork Oil Changer and Method - A motorcycle fork oil changer and associated method for changing fork oil in a motorcycle fork of the type defining a drain hole allowing access to an interior of the motorcycle fork is disclosed. The motorcycle fork oil changer includes a nozzle defining a through opening and having a gasket configured to surround the drain hole to establish an at least liquid tight seal between the drain hole and the through opening. A valve is provided in at least liquid tight fluid communication with the through opening. The valve is at least openable and closable to regulate fluid flow through the through opening. The valve is capable of being placed in at least liquid tight fluid communication with a fluid reservoir to regulate movement of fluid between the fluid reservoir and the motorcycle fork interior through the drain hole. | 02-09-2012 |
20120031523 | METHOD FOR DISPENSING A LIQUID INTO A CONTAINER AND RELATED DISPENSER - The present invention relates to a method for dispensing a liquid to fill a container ( | 02-09-2012 |
20120031524 | VESSEL ADAPTED TO BE USED AS A MOVEABLE BOTTLING PLANT FOR BOTTLING LIQUID PRODUCTS - This invention relates to a vessel ( | 02-09-2012 |
20120037265 | OFFSHORE FLUID OFFLOADING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A system for offloading a fluid from an offshore structure comprises an annular conduit support structure disposed about the offshore structure. The support structure is fixably coupled to the offshore structure. In addition, the system comprises an annular reel disposed about the offshore structure and rotatably coupled to the support structure. The reel includes a conduit fairlead configured to move relative to the support structure. Further, the system comprises a flexible conduit having a fluid inlet end and a fluid outlet end. The flexible conduit includes a first portion wrapped around the conduit support structure and a second portion extending from the conduit support structure through the fairlead. | 02-16-2012 |
20120037266 | Medication and Identification Information Transfer Apparatus - A medication and identification information transfer system is provided that includes a primary medication container, a secondary medication container, a secondary container label and a medication information transfer apparatus. The medication information transfer apparatus, when coupled to the primary medication container, can transfer information indicative of the contents of the primary medication container to a medication delivery device such as an intelligent injection site. The medication information transfer apparatus has a shape and size enabling it to be connected to an adapter for removal of medication from the primary medication container which enables transfer of the medication to a secondary container while simultaneously transferring information about the medication in the primary medication container to the injection site. In some implementations, the medication injection site can be placed on a fluid delivery line for infusion into a patient. Related apparatus, systems, methods and kits are also disclosed. | 02-16-2012 |
20120055579 | METHOD FOR THE PREPARATION OF SAMPLES - A method for the preparation of samples by means of a dosage-dispensing device, a weighing system with a load receiver, a processor unit, a memory unit, and an exchangeable dosage-dispensing unit. A target container is set on the load receiver. The dosage-dispensing unit and/or the target container includes electrically insulating material. The dosage-dispensing unit has the capability to change positions relative to the load receiver. While the dosage-dispensing unit is in a first position and a target container is on the load receiver, a starting weight value is determined, the dosage-dispensing unit is brought into a second position, a dosage-dispensing cycle delivers a dosage material in a predefined amount from the dosage-dispensing unit into the target container by means of the processor unit, the dosage-dispensing unit is brought into the first position, and while the dosage-dispensing unit is at rest in the first position, an ending weight value is determined. | 03-08-2012 |
20120055580 | DEVICES FOR FILLING A MULTI-USE SYRINGE OR SINGLE-USE SYRINGE - A filling device ( | 03-08-2012 |
20120060965 | Apparatus and Method for Bottling Multi-Component Beverages - A method for filling containers with multi-component flowable media may include filling a first component into the container to be filled by means of a first filling assembly, transporting the container filled with the first component of the liquid to a second filling assembly, and filling a second component of the liquid into the container to be filled with the first component by means of the second filling assembly. After filling the first component into the container, a filling quantity of the first component is determined. | 03-15-2012 |
20120060966 | Automated Medical Liquid Filling System and Method - A medical liquid filling system and associated methods are provided, the system comprising a disposable and a drive system. The disposable includes a tubular member and a piston slidably disposed within the tubular member for retraction and advancement within at least a first portion of the tubular member. The disposable may include a seal member for sealing the first portion of the tubular member and may be interconnected to the piston for co-movement therewith. The drive system may include a piston drive member selectively interconnectable to the piston for driven advancement and retraction of the piston within the tubular member. The drive system may be interconnected to a controller, which may be operable to automate or semi-automate various filling operations. A user interface may be interconnected to the controller for providing input of various system operation parameters, which may be communicated to the controller to facilitate automated or semi-automated operation of the filing system. | 03-15-2012 |
20120060967 | Method and Device for Distributing Cut Tobacco for Feeding Cigarette-Making Machines - A method and a device for distributing cut tobacco for feeding cigarette-making machines. The distributing device is equipped with a distribution chamber having a bottom, with a feeding channel for feeding the cut tobacco to the distribution chamber, the channel being connected to the chamber from above, with at least one receiving channel for receiving the cut tobacco from the distribution chamber, the receiving channel being connected to the chamber at side walls thereof. A rotary element for changing local bulk density and disturbing the flow of the cut tobacco fed to the distribution chamber is eccentrically mounted to a stationary bottom of the distribution chamber. | 03-15-2012 |
20120067451 | Method and Apparatus for Volumetric Metering and Depositing - A method and apparatus are provided for the volumetric metering and depositing of a food product comprising a plurality of particles or flowable particles. The plurality of food particles are transported upon a discharge conveyor having a first rate of speed, the plurality of particles arranged uniformly from passing beneath a product leveling device. When the plurality of particles reach the end of the discharge conveyor, the particles fall from the end of the conveyor under the operation of gravity and are deposited in a shuttle while the shuttle travels at a second rate of speed from a position at least partially below the conveyor to collect the falling particles in cells or receiving receptacles. The relationship between the first rate of speed of the conveyor and the second rate of speed of the shuttle define a metered amount of particles collected in each of the receiving receptacles. | 03-22-2012 |
20120067452 | THERMOPLASTIC HOSES FOR AIRBORNE VEHICLES - Embodiments of the present invention provide thermoplastic hoses for an airborne vehicles. The hoses have an inner layer comprised of polyamide and an external layer of polyamide, and the hose is configured to allow the hose to both operate safely under pressures below 55 psi and withstand internal pressures of at least 15 pounds per square inch, and in specific embodiments, at least about 165 pounds per square inch. Specific embodiments of the hoses described are particularly useful on-board helicopters and smaller aircraft. | 03-22-2012 |
20120067453 | Portable Balloon Filling Device and Method - A device and method for filling balloons with a fluid comprising a pressurizable container and a filling head. The device pressurizes a container filled with a fluid and releases the fluid through a barbed nozzle that engages a balloon. To use the device, a user engages a balloon on a barbed nozzle attached to the filling head and pumps a pumping mechanism. When the container is adequately pressurized, a user actuates a trigger mechanism that releases fluid in the pressurized container into a balloon engaged on a nozzle to fill the balloon with the fluid | 03-22-2012 |
20120073698 | COLUMN PACKING METHOD - A method for packing a media bed in a column ( | 03-29-2012 |
20120080117 | Coolant Drainage System and Method for Electric Machines - Embodiments of the invention provide a coolant drainage system including a module housing and a drain pan coupled to the module housing. The module housing at least partially defines a machine cavity and includes an inner wall and at least one end cap at least partially enclosing an electric machine within the machine cavity. The coolant drainage system also includes a plurality of drain holes through the module housing and adjacent to the drain pan. The plurality of drain holes provide fluid pathways from the machine cavity to the drain pan. | 04-05-2012 |
20120080118 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR TREATING ALLOGRAFT PRODUCTS - There are disclosed systems and methods of delivering sterile fluids aseptically to a sealed canister. In an embodiment, a includes a canister having an inlet, a vent, and a drain outlet, a reagent manifold in communication with the inlet, a bubbler in communication with the vent, and a fluid communicator from the drain outlet. In another embodiment, a method includes providing a canister having an inlet, a vent, and a drain outlet; selectively providing reagents to the canister from a reagent manifold in communication with the inlet, allowing excess gasses to leave the canister with a bubbler in communication with the vent, and selectively purging the reagents from the canister through the drain outlet. Other embodiments are also disclosed. | 04-05-2012 |
20120080119 | MEDICATION LIQUID SUPPORTING JIG AND METHOD OF APPLYING MEDICATION TO MICRO-NEEDLE USING SAME - Provided are a jig for uniformly applying a drug liquid to a microneedle, and a method of applying a drug to a microneedle using same. Grooves of a number corresponding to the number of rows of small needles of a microneedle are formed in the surface of a flat plate jig or of a roller-like jig, and a drug liquid is filled and held in the grooves. The drug liquid is applied to the microneedle by inserting the small needles of the microneedle into the surface of the drug liquid held in the narrow grooves, and immersing the small needles in the drug liquid. By this, the drug liquid is uniformly applied to the small needles of the microneedle without unevenness between the central section and the peripheral section of each microneedle, and thus the microneedles having good quality can be easily manufactured. | 04-05-2012 |
20120085457 | CONVERSION OF NITROGEN DIOXIDE (NO2) TO NITRIC OXIDE (NO) - A nitric oxide delivery system, which includes a gas bottle having nitrogen dioxide in air, converts nitrogen dioxide to nitric oxide and employs a surface-active material, such as silica gel, coated with an aqueous solution of antioxidant, such as ascorbic acid. A nitric oxide delivery system may be used to generate therapeutic gas including nitric oxide for use in delivering the therapeutic gas to a mammal. | 04-12-2012 |
20120090724 | DISPOSABLE FUNNEL - A disposable funnel used to transfer fluidic, granular or similar material from a first container to a second container. The disposable funnel comprises a resilient, planar paper stock material having a weak adhesive applied to both planar surfaces. Once the funnel is constructed, it is inserted into one container and fluidic or granular material provided in a second container, would be transferred through the use of the funnel. Once the transfer has been completed, the funnel can be removed from the first container and then discarded. The disposable funnel could be constructed utilizing a static vinyl material instead of the resilient, planar paper stock material, thereby forming the funnel without the utilization of the weak adhesive material. | 04-19-2012 |
20120090725 | METHOD FOR MANUAL DISPENSING USING STANDARDIZED PACKAGING - In one embodiment there is provided a system for recalculating a formula previously used in preparing a mixture made from adding at least two components. The system includes a control apparatus and scale. The control apparatus has a memory for storing the mixture formula. The scale, in communication with the control apparatus, allows the control apparatus to monitor a weight on the scale, such that a final weight of the mixture is stored on the memory. When an end weight of the mixture, defined to be the final weight of the mixture previously prepared minus an amount used by a user, is positioned back on the scale and when the control apparatus receives a recalculation signal, the control apparatus calculates the amount used, recalculates the mixture based on the amount used, and stores a new mixture for subsequent use. | 04-19-2012 |
20120090726 | Method and Apparatus for Safety-Compliant Emptying and Filling of a Reagent Container - An apparatus for safety-compliant emptying and filling of a reagent container ( | 04-19-2012 |
20120090727 | METHOD FOR FILLING FOOD CONTAINERS - The invention relates to a method for filling thin wall food containers, in particular beverage cans, which are eventually closed gas-tight and have an inner pressure that is above ambient pressure for stabilizing the food container. The method includes the steps:
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20120090728 | Connection Device For A System For Filling Jars For The Production Of Nuclear Fuel - A system for filling a jar with powdery material, for example for the manufacture of nuclear fuel, including a device for connection between the jar and a material feed system, where the device includes:
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20120097290 | Method And Apparatus For Dispensing Medicaments - A pharmacy workflow platform and prescription checking and medicament dispensing station and method comprising (a) script display means; (b) scanning means for providing script data and stock bottle label data in electronic format from the prescription and a stock bottle label; (c) CPU means comprising i) means for receiving and storing the script data and stock bottle data in electronic format; ii) means for transferring the script data to the script display means to effect display of the script; iii) means cooperable with medicament dispensing weighing and counting means; (d) medicament-dispensing weighing means in communication with the CPU means;; and (e) control means for controlling the CPU means. Medication is dispensed in a more safe, efficient and cost-effective manner. | 04-26-2012 |
20120103461 | HOSE COUPLING ELEMENT - The disclosure relates to a coupling element between a hose and a further hydraulic line which may both be, for example, part of a fuel supply system. One system to couple said elements includes a hose-like element including an electrically conductive inside, a hydraulic line element, a connecting element coupling the hose-like element to the hydraulic line element, the hose-like element including an inverted double-walled end that houses part of the connecting element, the inverted double-walled end configured such that a portion of the electrically conductive inside is on an outside thereof, and an annular fastening element in electrical contact with the outside of the inverted double-walled end of the hose-like element. In this way, electrostatic charge may be dissipated via the electrically conductive inside and fastening element. | 05-03-2012 |
20120111440 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ASEPTIC FILLING OF FOOD PRODUCT - A method is for handling a sterilized food product and includes securing an aseptic fitment to a filling port of an intermodal container including a rigid shell having an elongate shape with opposed closed ends, and at least one frame assembly supporting the rigid shell. The method also includes sterilizing the intermodal container, and aseptically filling the sterilized intermodal container with the sterilized food product through the aseptic fitment. The method may also include sealing the aseptic fitment after aseptic filling. A related intermodal container and filling station are also disclosed. | 05-10-2012 |
20120111441 | Apparatus and method for refilling reusable containers - An apparatus and a method for filling reusable containers employing a plurality of moveable spigots located in a planar rectangular arrangement inside two frames positioned to move back and forth on X and Y axes to position a selected spigot over the open top of a reusable container. | 05-10-2012 |
20120111442 | Sulfur Loading Apparatus - A chemical loading system is used for loading a molten chemical into a tanker. The chemical loading system includes a source supplying a molten chemical and a tanker for receiving the molten chemical. The chemical loading system has a stationary feed line supplying a chemical from the source. An extendable loader has a feed passage that is in fluid communication with the feed line. The extendable loader has a retracted position and an extended position relative to the feed line. The feed passage is adapted to have at least a portion thereof inside the tanker when in the extendable loader is in the extended position. A hoist assembly selectively extends and retracts the extendable loader assembly between the retracted and extended positions. | 05-10-2012 |
20120111443 | DUAL FLAP DEVICE FOR THE ENVIRONMENTALLY TIGHT CONNECTION OF TWO RECEPTACLES - A dual flap device for the environmentally tight connection of two receptacles is provided with two housing halves, which can be releasably connected. Each housing half accommodates a flap, which is pivotable by way of a half shaft. In a connected position of the dual flap device, the housing halves and the flaps rest against each other and are tensioned against one another, respectively. The half shafts of the two flaps unite to form a mutual shaft having a rotational axis. Thus, using a locking device, both flaps can be pivoted between a closed position and an open position by way of the mutual shaft. A first housing half is provided with a locking device, at least on one side, located in axial extension of the respective half shaft, which makes it possible to switch the dual flap device between an unlocked and a locked position. | 05-10-2012 |
20120125477 | Coiled Valve and Methods of Making and Using the Same - The presently disclosed subject matter is generally directed to a reclosable one-way valve. Particularly, the valve comprises two sheets of thermoplastic material sealed together in a face-to-face relationship to define a channel there between. At least one of the two sheets comprises a natural curl tendency such that the valve is movable between an open, uncoiled position and a closed, coiled position. | 05-24-2012 |
20120125478 | FUEL DISPENSING NOZZLE WITH ATTITUDE SENSING DEVICE - A nozzle including a dispensing path configured such that fluid is dispensable therethrough and into a vessel, and a sensing path in which a negative pressure is generated when fluid flows through the dispensing path. The nozzle further includes an attitude sensing device configured to sense an attitude of the nozzle. The attitude sensing device is in fluid communication with the sensing path and includes a ball received in a track. The track includes a generally spherical portion configured to receive the ball therein to generally block the sensing path when the nozzle is raised to a sufficient angle. The spherical portion has a radius generally corresponding to a radius of the ball. | 05-24-2012 |
20120132313 | Systems and methods for cutting materials - Systems and methods for cutting materials are disclosed herein In some embodiments, methods of at least partially severing a capillary vessel can include: focusing a laser on a predetermined point on the capillary vessel, said capillary vessel containing a biological sample; and cutting the capillary vessel using a laser at the predetermined point. In some embodiments, the methods further can include capturing an image of the capillary vessel and analyzing the image to determine the predetermined point. In some embodiments, a beam of the laser can be moved using one or more galvanometric mirrors. In some embodiments, the methods further can include cutting a plurality of capillary vessels using the laser. In some embodiments, the methods can include utilizing a plurality of lasers, and/or further can include rotating the capillary vessel while the laser can be cutting the capillary vessel. In some embodiments, cutting the capillary vessel can include cutting only a portion of the capillary vessel. | 05-31-2012 |
20120138186 | Adjustable Filling and Sealing Method and Apparatus Therefor - An assembly includes a support and drive assembly, a first structure and a second structure. The first structure is in operable communication with and supported by the support and drive assembly. The first structure includes at least one filling or needle assembly and is adjustable to receive a plurality of filling or needle assemblies. The second structure is supported by the support and drive assembly. The second structure includes at least one seal assembly and is adjustable to receive a plurality of seal assemblies. A method includes determining a number of containers or vials that are to be filled concurrently and adjusting an assembly to include at least one filling or needle assembly and at least one seal assembly. A number of the filling or needle assemblies and the seal assemblies equals the number of containers or vials. | 06-07-2012 |
20120145279 | DOSING OF SUBCOOLED LIQUIDS FOR HIGH VOLUME FLOW APPLICATIONS - A sub cooled liquid delivery system includes at least one feed tank, at least one pressure building apparatus in fluid communication with the at least one feed tank, at least one weight measurement apparatus for measuring the weight of the at least one feed tank and a liquid present in the at least one feed tank, at least one fill conduit in fluid communication with the at least one feed tank for providing the liquid to the at least one feed tank, at least one feed conduit in fluid communication with the at least one feed tank for delivering a subcooled liquid to at least one liquid utilizing process, and at least one pressure building conduit in fluid communication with the at least one feed tank for increasing the pressure within the at least one feed tank. A method is also included to subcool liquid delivery using the system. | 06-14-2012 |
20120152402 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR FILLING CONTAINERS - Method for filling containers with liquids, wherein the containers are filled using a plurality of controllable filling elements and the liquid is fed to these filling elements starting from a reservoir, common to the filling elements, for storing the liquid, wherein during the filling the containers are transported at least in sections along a circular track and wherein the filling of the containers by at least one filling element is controlled as a function of at least one first parameter characteristic of the liquid in the reservoir and this parameter is determined repeatedly at given intervals of time during the filling operation. | 06-21-2012 |
20120160365 | ANTIPERSPIRANT EMULSION PRODUCTS AND PROCESSES FOR MAKING ANTIPERSPIRANT EMULSION PRODUCTS - Antiperspirant emulsion products and processes for forming antiperspirant emulsion products are provided. One process for making an antiperspirant emulsion product comprises the steps of heating and mixing water and an active antiperspirant compound to a first temperature to form a water phase. A hydrophobic carrier, a structurant, and cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 dimethicone are heated and mixed to a second temperature that is greater than the first temperature to melt the structurant and form an oil phase. The oil phase is cooled and mixed to a third temperature. The water phase is gradually added to the oil phase to form an antiperspirant emulsion so that the water phase is present in an amount of from about 54 to about 89 wt. % and the oil phase is present in an amount of from about 11 to about 46 wt. % of the antiperspirant emulsion. | 06-28-2012 |
20120160366 | SEPARATION OF CARBON NANOTUBES INTO CHIRALLY ENRICHED FRACTIONS - A mixture of single-walled carbon nanotubes (“SWNTs”) is separated into fractions of enriched chirality by preparing an aqueous suspension of a mixture of SWNTs and a surfactant, injecting a portion of the suspension on a column of separation medium having a density gradient, and centrifuging the column. In some embodiments, salt is added prior to centrifugation. In other embodiments, the centrifugation is performed at a temperature below room temperature. Fractions separate as colored bands in the column. The diameter of the separated SWNTs decreases with increasing density along the gradient of the column. The colored bands can be withdrawn separately from the column. | 06-28-2012 |
20120160367 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MONITORING FOR A RESTRICTION IN A STAGE II FUEL VAPOR RECOVERY SYSTEM - Systems and methods for detecting a failure in a Stage II fuel vapor recovery system are disclosed. An exemplary failure is a restriction in the vapor recovery system. In one detection system dispensing points may be flagged if it is determined that there has been a series of detected A/L ratios at the respective dispensing point below a first threshold. Further, an estimated ORVR penetration percentage may be determined for each dispensing point. In a second detection system an average A/L ratio for each dispensing point may be determined. The average A/L ratio may be an approximation of the average A/L ratio for non-ORVR transactions. | 06-28-2012 |
20120168023 | GENESET FUEL TRANSFER SYSTEM AND METHOD - An electric generator set fuel control system is disclosed. The fuel control system includes an electric generator, a prime mover mechanically coupled to the generator, a first fuel tank, a fuel level sensor configured to generate a fuel level signal indicative of a fuel level in the first fuel tank, a fuel loading operator input device configured to generate a fuel loading signal, a fueling mode operator input device configured to generate a fueling mode signal, and a control module. The first fuel tank is configured to supply fuel to the prime mover, and selectively receive or supply fuel to a second fuel tank through a fuel pump. The control module is configured to generate a fuel transfer signal as a function of the fuel loading signal, the fueling mode signal, and the fuel level signal. | 07-05-2012 |
20120168024 | Breath Containment Keepsake Item and Method - Disclosed is an exchangeable and wearable keepsake containing a volume of breath from a loved one, comprising a sealed capsule having an inlet aperture and an outlet aperture for forcing air into the capsule and retainment thereof. A method of gift exchange and capturing a quantity of breath is further disclosed, wherein a user forces air into a capsule as the air within the capsule is displaced, trapping a quantity of breath within the capsule indefinitely. A non-return valve is positioned in the inlet aperture and an outlet vent is positioned at the outlet aperture to allow air to exit the capsule control volume as incoming air is forced thereinto. The device is adapted to provide a memento or gift that allows a user to carry an article providing physical remembrance of lost or loved ones. The enclosure itself comprises a hollow structure that can take several ornamental forms. | 07-05-2012 |
20120175010 | System and Method for Dispensing a Beverage - Disclosed is a system and method for dispensing beverages. In at least one embodiment, the system comprises: at least one cup, the cup having a first indicia for denoting a first volume and a second indicia for denoting a second volume; a dispenser, the dispenser having a first fountain and a second fountain; an instruction, the instruction providing a first drink recipe for mixing a first beverage with a second beverage; wherein the first fountain dispenses the first beverage; wherein the second fountain dispenses the second beverage; and wherein a user fills the at least one cup with a first beverage to about the first indicia and a second beverage to about the second indicia. | 07-12-2012 |
20120180898 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FILLING A PLURALITY OF ISOLATED VEHICLE FLUID CIRCUITS THROUGH A COMMON FLUID FILL PORT - A vehicle having multiple isolated fluid circuits configured to be filled through a common fill port includes a first fluid circuit disposed within the vehicle, the first fluid circuit having a first fill port, a second fluid circuit disposed within the vehicle, and a conduit defining a fluid passageway between the first fluid circuit and second fluid circuit, the conduit including a valve. The valve is configured such that the first and second fluid circuits are fluidly coupled via the passageway when the valve is open, and are fluidly isolated when the valve is closed. | 07-19-2012 |
20120180899 | SYTEM AND METHOD FOR LIQUEFYING A FLUID AND STORING THE LIQUEFIED FLUID - A Dewar system is configured to liquefy a flow of fluid, and to store the liquefied fluid. The Dewar system is disposed within a single, portable housing. Disposing the components of the Dewar system within the single housing enables liquefied fluid to be transferred between a heat exchange assembly configured to liquefy fluid and a storage assembly configured to store liquefied fluid in an enhanced manner. In one embodiment, the flow of fluid liquefied and stored by the Dewar system is oxygen (e.g., purified oxygen), nitrogen, and/or some other fluid. | 07-19-2012 |
20120186690 | Filter Drain Kit and Method - A filter drain kit device is provided having a cylindrical storage container with a lid and handle that holds a flexible drain cup. The cup includes a puncture device and drain fitting. The kit also includes a clear plastic drain hose to fit the drain fitting, and a striking hammer. The items within the kit allow for a method of removing oil from an oil filter without the spillage that normally accompanies this process. The components of the kit are meant to be wiped clean after use and placed back into the storage container, thereby allowing for reusability and ease of storage while not in use. | 07-26-2012 |
20120192989 | COMPRESSED HYDROGEN FUELING CONTROL VALVE - A fill control system includes a fuel storage vessel, a fuel inlet in fluid communication with the fuel storage vessel to provide fluid communication between a fuel source and the fuel storage vessel, and a fill control valve disposed between and in fluid communication with the fuel inlet and the fuel storage vessel, an actuation of the fill control valve causing a pressure level upstream thereof which emulates a full condition of the fuel storage vessel. | 08-02-2012 |
20120199239 | SYSTEM FOR ASSISTING MEDICINAL LIQUID PREPARATION AND METHOD FOR ASSISTING MEDICINAL LIQUID PREPARATION - A medicinal liquid preparation assist system according to the present invention includes a medicine bottle weight measurement unit having a first weight measurement portion for measuring the total weight of medicine bottles placed on a medicine bottle mounting portion; an infusion bag weight measurement unit having a second weight measurement portion for measuring the weight of an infusion bag placed on an infusion bag mounting portion; a storage unit; a control unit for producing auditing information based on changes in weight measured by the medicine bottle weight measurement unit and the infusion bag weight measurement unit, and storing the produced auditing information in the storage unit; and an information presentation unit for displaying at least one of information about medicinal liquids to be injected into the infusion bag, the information being stored beforehand in the storage unit, and the auditing information stored in the storage unit by the control unit. | 08-09-2012 |
20120204996 | Adhesive and Peripheral Systems and Methods for Medical Devices - A repeater system may control a pump by using a repeater and a user interface. An adhesive patch system may be used for affixing a pump or other object to a human body. Such an adhesive patch system may include two sets of adhesive members, each member including an adhesive material on at least one side so as to attach to the body. The members of the first set are spaced to allow the members of the second set to attach to the body in spaces provided between the members of the first set, and the members of the second set are spaced to allow members of the first set to detach from the body without detaching the members of the second set. Also, fill stations and base stations are provided for personal pump systems. | 08-16-2012 |
20120204997 | MONITORING INJECTOR OPERATION - Embodiments of the present invention monitor resistance to the movement of the ram and detect one or more injector operation conditions based on that resistance. Some embodiments automatically detect whether a syringe is present in each syringe chamber of an injector based on ram movement resistance so that subsequent steps in the inject process can be automatically initiated or delayed based on the presence or absence of the syringe(s). Other injector operation conditions that can be detected include the injector's syringe sleeve being misaligned for operation, the syringe's wiper being misaligned within the syringe barrel, an occlusion within the syringe, overpressure during injection, and so on. A common way to measure resistance of the ram's movement is how much current is required by the motor driving the ram. | 08-16-2012 |
20120204998 | CONTAINED TRANSFER OF MATERIALS - A coupler assembly ( | 08-16-2012 |
20120204999 | Method and device for contamination-free transport of pourable bulk product - A method for substantially contamination-free transport of pourable bulk product from a dosing unit into a container is proposed, wherein the dosing outlet of the dosing unit is connected in a detachable manner with the receiving inlet of the container, the dosing outlet and the receiving inlet are opened, and the bulk product is transported into the container from the dosing unit via its dosing outlet and via the receiving inlet of the container. The receiving inlet of the container is disposed at the dosing unit by means of an elastic joining element to prevent transfer of forces between the dosing unit and the container during the dosing process. A device for carrying out such a method is also proposed. | 08-16-2012 |
20120216905 | Methods Of Drug Loading A Hollow Stent With A High Viscosity Formulation - A method of loading a composition into a structural element of a stent, where the structural element is defined by a lumen and at least one opening to access the lumen. The composition may include a therapeutic agent. In some embodiments, the composition has characteristics such that at a temperature of 20° C. to 30° C. and a pressure of one atmosphere, the viscosity of the composition is about 10 cP or greater than 10 cP. | 08-30-2012 |
20120216906 | METHOD AND FILLING SYSTEM FOR FILLING CONTAINERS IN A PRESSURIZED MANNER - The invention relates to a filling system for filling bottles, cans, or similar containers ( | 08-30-2012 |
20120222772 | DEVICE FOR CONNECTING A STORAGE VAT TO A FEED AND PROCESS FOR MANAGING SUCH CONNECTION - The device comprises a connecting pipe ( | 09-06-2012 |
20120222773 | ANALYZER AND POSITION CONFIRMING METHOD - An analyzer comprising: a container holder; a liquid dispenser including a pipette, wherein the liquid dispenser performs a dispensing operation toward the container held in the container holder; a detector configured to measure a measurement sample prepared through the dispensing operation; a contact detector configured to detect contact between the container held in the container holder or the container holder and the pipette; and a controller configured to execute a position confirming process comprising: controlling the liquid dispenser to arrange a tip of the pipette in a plurality of positions in a horizontal direction, the plurality of positions being within an opening formed in the container held in the container holder or in the container holder; and determining whether or not the contact between the container held in the container holder or the container holder and the pipette is detected by the contact detector. | 09-06-2012 |
20120227859 | QUALITY CONTROL PROCESS FOR REPACKAGING AGRICULTURAL CHEMICAL SHUTTLE TANKS - The agricultural chemical shuttle tank quality control and repackaging process of the present invention provides for standardized inspection, cleaning, repairing, and certification of the tanks so as to deliver precision crop protection chemicals to customers. The tanks include an ID label or bar code with information about the life cycle of the tank. The information is updated at one or more stages of the process. The tanks are classified according to chemical contents, and restricted for use in a single herbicide/pesticide classification throughout the tank life. A specialized automated wash station cleans the inside and outside of tanks of chemical residue and satisfies government environmental regulations for waste wash water. | 09-13-2012 |
20120227860 | CONTAINER AND VENDING MACHINE - A collapsible container is made with a pair of upper and lower bellows sections connected by a rigid section with inwardly tapering ends, such that the container can be collapsed with the rigid section and the bellows sections overlapping. The collapsible container may be provided with an identifier such as an RFID tag which cooperates with a vending machine with a detector such as an RFID reader so as to dispense liquid into the container. | 09-13-2012 |
20120241041 | FUELING SYSTEM - An apparatus for providing fuel comprises a fuel handling portion and an air handling portion. The fuel handling portion comprises a fuel tank adapted to store fuel as well as a fuel nozzle in fluid communication with the fuel tank and adapted to dispense fuel from the fuel tank. The air handling portion comprises an air tank adapted to be filled with pressurized gas from a pressurized gas source. After the pressurized gas source is removed, the air handling portion is operative to apply the pressurized gas from the air tank to the fuel in the fuel tank so as to provide a motive force for dispensing fuel through the fuel nozzle. | 09-27-2012 |
20120247610 | METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY INSPECTING A BEVERAGE PROCESSING PLANT - A method for automatically inspecting a beverage processing plant including determining at least one measured quantity of a liquid medium by at least one sensor, where the liquid medium is produced, used and/or treated in at least one treatment device of the beverage processing plant, and where the determination is carried out after the production, use and/or treatment of the liquid medium, comparing the determined measured quantity with a predetermined set value for the measured quantity, and, if a deviation of the determined measured quantity from the predetermined set value is detected, determining a cause for the deviation and/or a source of the deviation on the basis of the value of the deviation and/or on the basis of the determined measured quantity. | 10-04-2012 |
20120247611 | METHOD FOR QUICKLY FILLING A HYDRAULICALLY ACTUATED MULTIPLE DISC SHIFTING ELEMENT OF A MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSMISSION - A method of the rapid filling of a hydraulically actuated multiple-disk shifting element ( | 10-04-2012 |
20120255644 | METHOD AND FILLING SYSTEM FOR PRESSURE-FILLING CONTAINERS - The invention relates to a method for pressure-filling bottles, cans or similar containers ( | 10-11-2012 |
20120255645 | POWDER DISPENSING AND SENSING APPARATUS AND METHODS - Powder dispensing and sensing apparatus and methods are provided. The powder dispensing and sensing apparatus includes a tray support structure to receive a cartridge tray holding cartridges, a powder dispenser assembly including powder dispenser modules to dispense powder into respective cartridges of a batch of cartridges in the cartridge tray, a powder transport system to deliver powder to the powder dispenser modules, a sensor module including sensor cells to sense respective fill states, such as the weights, of each of the cartridges in the batch of cartridges, and a control system to control the powder dispenser modules in response to the respective sensed fill states of each of the cartridges of the batch of cartridges. | 10-11-2012 |
20120261026 | MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE - A microfluidic device to meter an accurate amount of fluid is provided. The microfluidic device includes a chamber configured to accommodate a fluid therein, an inlet channel connected to the chamber to supply the fluid into the chamber, and an outlet channel connected to the chamber and provided separately from the inlet channel. The outlet channel is configured such that after the chamber is filled with a predetermined amount of the fluid introduced through the inlet channel, any additional amount of the fluid introduced into the chamber in excess of the predetermined amount exits the chamber through the outlet channel. | 10-18-2012 |
20120279608 | DOSAGE-DISPENSING DEVICE FOR FREE-FLOWING SUBSTANCES | 11-08-2012 |
20120285579 | FUEL ADDITIVE SYSTEM - A fuel additive system can include a fuel additive and a container for the fuel additive, the container including a neck through which the fuel additive is flowed, the neck having a length and a dimension lateral to the length, whereby, in response to insertion of the container into a fuel receptacle, the neck disengages a lock which secures a closure of the fuel receptacle. A method of discharging a fuel additive into a fuel receptacle can include containing the fuel additive in a container having a neck through which the fuel additive can flow, inserting the container into the fuel receptacle, whereby the neck disengages a lock which secures a closure of the fuel receptacle, and discharging the fuel additive from the container into the fuel receptacle via the neck. | 11-15-2012 |
20120285580 | POTTING APPARATUS - A potting apparatus has a first conveyor suitable for receiving a pot thereon, a second conveyor has a surface suitable for receiving soil thereon and having an end positioned so as to deliver soil to the pot on the first conveyor, a drill positioned above the first conveyor so as to be movable upwardly and downwardly relative to the pot on the first conveyor so as to form a hole in the pot, and a driving means cooperative with the first conveyor for moving the first conveyor in an indexing manner such that the first conveyor temporarily stops at a location directly below the drill. The drill is slidably supported on a frame so as to be driven by a belt connected to the drill. A servomotor is drivingly connected to the belt so as to move the drill in an upward direction or a downward direction. | 11-15-2012 |
20120291909 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR SEQUESTERING FLUIDS EXHAUSTED DURING FLUID TRANSFER - A liquid transfer connector comprises an enclosure holding a transfer needle and an exhaust needle. A container of donor liquid may be attached to an inlet end of the transfer needle and a container holding a recipient liquid may be attached to an outlet end of the transfer needle and an inlet end of an exhaust needle. The exhaust needle has an outlet end within the connector which releases displaced fluid into an absorbent mass which sequesters the fluid to prevent leakage. | 11-22-2012 |
20120291910 | CLICK PEN APPLICATOR DEVICE AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A click pen applicator device that provides predetermined dosing of the formulation for precise application, and rapidly primes the formulation using the dosing click mechanism to prepare the applicator for use. | 11-22-2012 |
20120298251 | METHOD AND FILLING ELEMENT FOR FILLING CONTAINERS WITH A LIQUID FILLING MATERIAL - A method for open jet filling containers with a liquid filling material using a filling element having a filling material path in its interior. The filling material flows through the path formed by a liquid channel during filling. The filling element comprises a liquid valve arranged in the path for controlled dispensing of the filling material at a dispensing opening. Closing the valve forms a drip-prevention structure that stops dripping of the filling material at the dispensing opening. The method includes forming the drip-prevention structure by closing the filling element, thereby causing relative movement between first and second structures. The first structure is either a valve body or a function element that moves with the valve body when the filling element closes. The second structure comprises part of an enclosing inner contour of the path. The drip-prevention structure is formed only when the filling element is closed. | 11-29-2012 |
20120305125 | Funnel to counter out-splashing of a fluid being poured through it - A conventional funnel that has a rimmed open bowl atop a spout, to guide a fluid flow poured in from a fluid-contributing source or container into a fluid-receiving container, is improved by the provision of a curved-in lip around the bowl rim. The curved-in lip intercepts any fluid seeking to splash out of the funnel for a variety of reasons, and redirects it back into the bowl to counter undesirable splash-out. The curved-in rim, even when of very small span, is effective in countering splash-out of true liquids, mixtures of non-sticking solid particulates in a liquid, dry flowing particulates and even small sized objects like peanuts. The provision of a perforated collar at the junction of the bowl and the spout, a flexible portion provided to the spout adjacent the same junction, and a plurality of outwardly extending vanes provided outside the spout, and flutes formed in the bowl to promote Coriolis-acceleration-influenced flow, added individually or in selected combinations, variously improve the funnel further by making it more securely locatable with respect to the receiving container, facilitating venting of displaced air therefrom, and promoting fluid throughflow via the funnel. | 12-06-2012 |
20120305126 | INERTIA-CONTROLLED TIRE ISOLATION VALVE AND METHODS OF CONTROLLING TIRE INFLATION PRESSURES - Embodiments of the invention include methods and apparatus for adjusting the inflation pressure of a pneumatic tire. Particular methods include the step of arranging a tire in fluid communication with an inflation pressure source on a vehicle. Further steps may include arranging a rotational fluid passage between the tire and a vehicle axle and arranging along the rotational fluid passage an inertia valve that is biased in a closed arrangement while the valve is stationary or rotating below a desired speed about a rotational axis. Such methods may further include the steps of opening the inertia valve when the valve is rotating about the rotational axis at or above the desired speed and adjusting automatically the inflation pressure of the tire through the rotational fluid passage while the valve is open. Other embodiments comprise a system for adjusting the inflation pressure of a pneumatic tire. | 12-06-2012 |
20120305127 | Method and Structure for Prevention of Incorrect Fueling Operations for Diesel-Powered Vehicles - A method and structure are described for preventing the accidental introduction of gasoline into the fuel system of a diesel-powered vehicle. In a first preferred embodiment, a gasoline fuel nozzle is configured with a magnet, such as magnetic strips, and the entrance to a fill tube of a diesel-powered is configured with a magnetic field sensor ring. When an incorrect fueling operation, such as the introduction of gasoline into the fuel tank of the diesel-powered vehicle, is attempted the sensor ring alerts the operator visually and/or audibly before fueling starts, thereby preventing incorrect fueling. In alternative embodiments, sensing of an attempted incorrect fueling operation may require only the sensor ring. | 12-06-2012 |
20120305128 | Roadside repair kit for restoring tire bead integrity - A sealing tube is wrapped around the rim and inflated such as to seal the gap between tire and rim if the seal between the tire bead and rim has lost its integrity. After this, the tire can be inflated to specified pressure at a slow rate using a portable compressor. The repair can be done at roadside on any vehicle using inflatable tires usually without demounting the wheel or even jacking up the defective wheel. | 12-06-2012 |
20120305129 | Fill System for Providing Uniform Concentrations and Volumes and Methods Thereof - Disclosed herein are systems and methods for preparing a plurality of containers having a suspension of a solid wherein the concentrations of the solid in the plurality of containers are substantially similar or the same and the volumes of the suspension in the plurality of containers are substantially similar or the same. | 12-06-2012 |
20130008556 | SELECT-FILL DISPENSING SYSTEM - A select-fill dispensing system and method for a dispenser assembly utilizes a camera to sense a desired fill level based on the location of a user's finger with respect to a container. In use, a consumer places his or her finger along a container to indicate the desired fill level of the container. Image data from the camera is transmitted to a controller and processed for distortion correction, edge based image segmentation and morphological operations are carried out to remove background noise. The processed image data is utilized to detect the presence of the container, as well as the shape of the container, the position of the container opening, and the top and bottom points of the container. The controller provides a means for controlling the dispensing operation, including a fill rate, based on the desired fill level and the shape of the container. | 01-10-2013 |
20130014853 | SYSTEM, DEVICE, AND METHOD FOR TREATING FUEL - A device, system and/or method for dispensing a fuel additive to a fuel tank that employs a fuel additive delivery device secured to an opening of the fuel tank. The delivery device is fluidly coupled to a fuel additive reservoir. The delivery device includes a cap that automatically opens or closes fluid communication with the fuel additive reservoir. The delivery device also includes a bore defined through the delivery device configured to receive a fuel filler spout with a fuel passageway outlet positioned in the bore such that, as fuel passes through the bore and into the fuel tank, the bore is configured to create a suction at the fuel additive outlet to pull fuel additive from the reservoir, through the delivery device, and into the fuel tank with the fuel. | 01-17-2013 |
20130014854 | FUEL GAS STATION, FUEL GAS FILLING SYSTEM, AND FUEL GAS SUPPLYING METHOD - An object of this invention is to provide a fuel gas station, a fuel gas filling system, and a fuel gas filling method which can check whether information on temperature of the inside of a fuel tank is correct, so that a fuel tank is properly filled. The fuel gas station calculates a difference of temperature between a temperature of the inside of the fuel tank and a temperature of fuel gas to be supplied to the fuel tank after supplying of fuel gas for a predetermined length of time. When the calculated difference of temperature exceeds a predetermined threshold value, the fuel gas station determines that the information on temperature of the inside of the fuel tank is abnormal, and reduces at least one of supply flow and supply quantity of fuel gas as compared to when such information is normal. | 01-17-2013 |
20130014855 | FUEL LEAKAGE DETECTION SYSTEM AND DETECTION METHODAANM Yahashi; HirokiAACI Toyota-shiAACO JPAAGP Yahashi; Hiroki Toyota-shi JPAANM Okawachi; EijiAACI Toyota-shiAACO JPAAGP Okawachi; Eiji Toyota-shi JPAANM Ishitoya; TsukuoAACI Toyota-shiAACO JPAAGP Ishitoya; Tsukuo Toyota-shi JP - A fuel leakage detection system comprises: a communication part for acquiring data relating to fuel filling of an onboard fuel tank from the vehicle side when a fuel supply part is connected to a filler port; a fuel flow rate measurement part, provided on the upstream of the fuel supply part 18, for measuring the flow rate of fuel flowing to the fuel supply part; a fuel flow-out permission part for permitting/stopping the outflow of fuel to the fuel supply part; and a control unit for controlling the fuel flow-out permission part. The control unit further comprises a fuel leakage detection part for detecting fuel leakage when filling fuel to a vehicle based on the fuel flow rate acquired by the fuel flow rate measurement part and on data relating to fuel filling acquired from the vehicle side via the communication part, and the fuel flow out permission part stops outflow of fuel to the fuel supply part when occurrence of fuel leakage is detected by the fuel detection part. | 01-17-2013 |
20130019988 | Method and device for the gravimetric and in-series distribution of solution - A method and device for the gravimetric and in-series distribution of a predetermined quantity of a solution. The device has a delivery mechanism for delivering a solution, a weighing mechanism and a mechanism for measuring an operating value to establish a setpoint value of the delivery mechanism during a calibration step during which the weighing mechanism is used for the delivery of a predetermined quantity of solution. The device also has an actuating mechanism to actuate the delivery mechanism with the setpoint value to carry out one or more distribution steps with the delivery of the predetermined quantity of solution without using the weighing mechanism. | 01-24-2013 |
20130025738 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING LAYERED DRINKS - A layering device for producing a layered drink in a drinking container may include a hollow cup with an open top. A circumferential sealing rib may be formed on an exterior surface of a wall of the cup. An opening through the wall may be positioned axially between the rib and the open top of the cup. An outer diameter of the rib may engage with an interior surface of the drinking container. | 01-31-2013 |
20130025739 | DEVICE FOR LOADING SOLID PARTICLES INTO A CHAMBER - The invention relates to a device for loading solid particles into a vessel, comprising:
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20130025740 | CONTAINER FOR DISPENSING LIQUID - A container for dispensing liquid, methods for making the container, and methods for dispensing liquid using the container. The container comprises a first end, a second end, and siding defining a hollow container body, wherein the siding is sealingly connected to the first end and second end for containing the liquid within the container. The container further comprises a primary dispenser, a secondary dispenser, and in some example embodiments additional dispensers. | 01-31-2013 |
20130061977 | Foam retainer - A method for removing foam with a foam retainer constructed with a hollow tubular body including a receiving end and a discharge end. A passage is formed within the hollow tubular body through which a liquid is adapted to flow. The discharge end of the hollow tubular body is adapted to snugly fit onto an open end of a container into which the liquid flows. As the container is filled with the liquid, the foam generated during the dispensing of the fluid rises back into the discharge end of the hollow tubular body. In the hollow tubular body, the foam is received and captivated therein such that when the hollow tubular body is removed, the foam may also be removed from the container. | 03-14-2013 |
20130061978 | APPARATUS FOR EDGE SEALING AND SIMULTANEOUS GAS FILLING OF INSULATED GLASS UNITS - A device for simultaneously edge sealing and gas filling an insulated glass unit, the insulated glass unit including a supporting structure that supports the insulated glass unit in a working position and a gas filling module including a gas fill injection structure and a displaced air extraction structure and a gas metering unit. The device also includes an edge sealing module having a sealant metering device, an edge sealing dispensing head, and an edge sealing dispensing nozzle. The device also includes a control device programmed with an algorithm to initiate gas filling substantially simultaneously with initiating edge sealing of the insulated glass unit and to complete the gas filling of the insulated glass unit prior to completion of the edge sealing. | 03-14-2013 |
20130061979 | Soft-sided Containers and Systems and Methods for Using Soft-sided Containers - A system and method of packaging a bulk material is provided for scooping a quantity of the bulk material into a standard equipment bucket of an excavating or front loader equipment, covering the bucket with a single soft-sided container such that a bottom of the single soft-sided container spans and covers a mouth of the bucket, securing the single soft-sided container over the bucket to close the mouth of the bucket, and inverting the bucket such that the mouth of the bucket is oriented substantially downward to transfer the quantity of the bulk material from the bucket directly into the single soft-sided container. | 03-14-2013 |
20130074976 | Power Scoop - Disclosed is a scoop for retaining and dispensing a powder into a bottle. The scoop is formed from a housing having generally slanted sides downwardly to a spout having a slanted opening. A handle is affixed to the housing. An actuating mechanism covers the spout-slanted opening and is formed from a generally flat slide, a hand graspable element, optionally for movement of the slide from a closed state to an open state, and a switch, also for movement of the slide from a closed state to an open state. A pair of elongate ears is carried by the spout and housing and disposed adjacent to the slanted opening for retaining the slide and permitting movement of slide. | 03-28-2013 |
20130074977 | FLUID RECEIVER HAVING REMOVABLE SLEEVE - Described herein are several embodiments and implementations of a fluid receiver with a removable sleeve. According to one representative embodiment, an apparatus for receiving a fluid from a fluid source includes a base having an inlet and an outlet. The base defines an interior cavity through which fluid is flowable from the inlet to the outlet. The apparatus also includes a valve that is movable relative to the base between a closed and open position. In the closed position, the valve is in sealing engagement with the base to prevent fluid flow through the inlet. In the open position, the valve allows fluid flow through the inlet. The apparatus further includes a removable sleeve that is removably securable about a portion of the base. The valve remains in the closed position as the removable sleeve is removed from and secured about the base. | 03-28-2013 |
20130105034 | METHOD FOR SPATIALLY MANIPULATING A MICROSCOPIC OBJECT AND DEVICE FOR CONDUCTING SAID METHOD | 05-02-2013 |
20130105035 | ACCUMULATOR AND TRANSFER SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DELIVERING FOOD PRODUCT TO A BAG | 05-02-2013 |
20130105036 | APPARATUS AND METHOD OF PACKAGING LOOSE PRODUCT | 05-02-2013 |
20130105037 | FILLING OUTLET, ITS USE AND FILLING METHOD | 05-02-2013 |
20130105038 | CONTAINER ORIENTING HOLDER WITH ROLLER SUPPORTS AND A CONTAINER ORIENTING METHOD | 05-02-2013 |
20130112311 | FILLING ELEMENT, METHOD AND FILLING SYSTEM FOR FILLING CONTAINERS - A filling element for free jet filling of containers with a liquid charge includes a housing having a liquid channel formed therein, a liquid valve provided upstream of a dispensing opening, and an actuator device for actuating the liquid valve for controlled discharge of the liquid charge via the dispensing opening into a container arranged with a container opening thereof spaced below the dispensing opening. In an open state thereof, the liquid valve forms an opening gap through which the liquid charge flows. This opening gap has a gap width of at least four millimeters. The actuating device for the liquid valve is configured to cause the liquid valve to be in the open state for at least one hundred milliseconds. | 05-09-2013 |
20130118636 | BALLOON INFLATOR - A balloon inflator includes a tank containing a volume of pressurized gas and a regulator assembly removably secured to the tank for reducing the pressure of gas exiting the tank, the regulator assembly including a pressure regulator. A nozzle assembly is also provided and includes a valve for controlling dispensing of the pressurized gas. A flexible hose extends between the regulator assembly and the nozzle assembly, the hose being in fluid communication with the pressure regulator and the valve. The balloon inflator is small and lightweight, and therefore portable and concealable. The flexible nature of the hose allows for easy manipulation of the nozzle assembly, making use of the balloon inflator easier for performers. | 05-16-2013 |
20130118637 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR FILLING PRODUCTS - A method and the device used to fill a container with a product. The product includes a first liquid component and at least a second component. The product is fed to the container to be filled via at least one filling pipe and at least one filling valve. The filling pipe is divided between the receptacle and the filling valve into pipe sections by at least one throttle valve. The pipe section between the filling valve and a throttle valve arranged adjacent to the filling valve is dimensioned so that the internal volume of this part of the filling pipe essentially corresponds to a filling volume of a container to be filled. | 05-16-2013 |
20130118638 | MINITAB FEEDER - The present invention relates to a device and method for capsule filling machines that employ a vertically rotating drum containing a plurality of cavities wherein each cavity is designed to receive a single minitab for transport to a capsule shell body. | 05-16-2013 |
20130133778 | INCUBATING CONTAINER AND SAMPLE INJECTION METHOD THEREFOR - There are provided an incubating container capable of preventing bubble generation within a cell incubating container when a sample is injected into the container, and a sample injection method therefor. The incubating container includes: a plurality of wells to be filled with a sample through an injection of the sample; and at least one bubble discharge hole formed as a hole penetrating through a bottom of each of the plurality of wells, and discharging, to the outside, bubbles generated when the sample is injected into the plurality of wells. | 05-30-2013 |
20130133779 | NON-OVERFLOW LIQUID DELIVERY SYSTEM - A non-overflow liquid delivery system comprises a pumping apparatus having a liquid delivery pumping portion and a liquid recovery pumping portion fluidically isolated one from the other. A nozzle has a liquid delivery conduit and a liquid recovery conduit. A liquid delivery hose connects the liquid delivery pumping portion of the pumping apparatus in fluid communication with the liquid delivery conduit. A liquid recovery hose connects the liquid recovery pumping portion of the pumping apparatus in fluid communication with the liquid recovery conduit. A valve has a first movable valve portion for opening and closing the liquid delivery conduit. A manually operable valve control mechanism is connected to the valve for controlling the first movable valve portion, and has a liquid sensor responsive to a threshold condition of liquid in the liquid recovery conduit to thereby cause the first movable valve portion to close the liquid delivery conduit. | 05-30-2013 |
20130139925 | ULLAGE TANK FOR VERTICAL STORAGE TANK - An ullage tank in a vertical cryogenic storage vessel that can store a liquefied gas is described. The ullage tank includes a hollow member. The ullage tank has at least one opening that allows communication between the ullage tank and an inner vessel of the vertical cryogenic vessel. The hollow member has a first open end and a second open end. The hollow member forms a vertically disposed passage through the ullage tank. The first open end and the second open end are in communication with the inner vessel. Related methods, apparatuses, systems, techniques and articles are also described. | 06-06-2013 |
20130139926 | NOZZLE FOR USE IN A NON-OVERFLOW LIQUID DELIVERY SYSTEM - A nozzle for use in a non-overflow liquid delivery system comprises a nozzle body, a liquid delivery conduit having a liquid-receiving inlet and a liquid-dispensing outlet, and a non-bifurcated liquid recovery conduit having a liquid-receiving inlet and a liquid-conveying outlet. The minimum effective internal cross-sectional area of the liquid recovery throughpassage is greater than half the minimum effective internal cross-sectional area of the liquid delivery throughpassage. A valve has a first movable valve portion and a second movable valve portion that are interconnected one to the other for co-operative movement one with the other. A manually operable trigger is connected to the first movable valve portion for corresponding positive uninterruptable movement of the first movable valve portion between a valve-closed configuration and the valve-open configuration. | 06-06-2013 |
20130153082 | VARIABLE FRICTION TIRES - A variable friction tire is provided. The variable friction tire includes a tire wall portion, a tread portion, a primary inflatable tube, and a secondary inflatable tube. The tread portion is for contacting the ground. The primary inflatable tube is at least partially encapsulated by the tire wall portion. The secondary inflatable tube is disposed between at least a portion of the tread portion and at least a portion of the primary inflatable tube. The secondary inflatable tube is selectively inflatable or deflatable in order to vary an amount of the tread portion in contact with the ground. | 06-20-2013 |
20130153083 | System and Method for Fluids Transfer between Ship and Shore - The present invention provides a system and a method for loading/unloading cryogenic or hot fluids between a free end of a transfer pipeline and a ship. The system comprises a shaft extended upwards to above the sea level, at least one dolly for the transfer pipeline at the free end, an internal hose, and a loading arm for connection with a ship manifold. The loading arm further comprises an external hose as well as an elbow spool, a valve, an end flange at its mobile end for connecting with a ship manifold. A crane is used to lift the mobile end of loading arms between a loading position and storing position. Internal and external hoses are freely hanging catenary for accommodating end displacements of a transfer pipeline and ship motions, respectively. | 06-20-2013 |
20130153084 | SYSTEM AND COMPACT METHOD OF BOTTLING GAS - The present invention relates to a system and compact method of bottling gas ( | 06-20-2013 |
20130167971 | PAINT REPLENISHING APPARATUS FOR CARTRIDGE AND PAINT REPLENISHING METHOD THEREOF - A cartridge discharges paint in a paint chamber from a feed tube by displacing a piston in a tank. A waste liquid adjusting valve located on a downstream side of a waste liquid passage on-off valve and including a throttle passage is provided in a waste liquid passage to be connected to the feed tube. This waste liquid adjusting valve is opened at the time of washing clean the paint chamber and a paint supply passage of the feed tube to widely enlarge the passage cross-sectional area of the waste liquid passage. When paint is replenished into the paint supply passage, the waste liquid adjusting valve uses the throttle passage as a flow passage to narrowly throttle the passage cross-sectional area of the waste liquid passage. The amount of discarded paint which flows out from the feed tube is thereby reduced. | 07-04-2013 |
20130167972 | Device For Handling Drums, Equipment For Transferring Powder Material, And Transfer Method - Equipment to transfer powder from a drum into a tank comprising at least one handling device and one hopper assembly (T) connected to a tank ( | 07-04-2013 |
20130174936 | PASSIVE CLOSING DEVICE FOR THERMAL SELF-PROTECTION OF HIGH PRESSURE GAS VESSELS - High pressure gas vessels can have a sensitivity to temperature of the compressed gas. Over-temperature conditions in particular may cause decreased durability and/or vessel damage, including gas leakage to the environment. Articles of manufacture, methods, and systems are provided for over-temperature protection using a passive device. The passive closing device does not require electrical power and no controller, sensors, or wiring is needed. This affords cost savings in comparison to other systems. Pressure vessels using the passive closing device can protect themselves, independent of the compressed gas fueling station configuration. | 07-11-2013 |
20130186509 | REDUCTANT FILL SYSTEM - A reductant fill system is provided. A reductant tank is configured to store a reductant. A receiver is configured to receive a supply of the reductant from an off-board reservoir. A first valve is in communication with the reductant tank and is configured to control a reductant flow into the reductant tank. A reductant supply line is in fluid communication with the receiver. The reductant supply line is configured to provide the reductant flow to the first valve. The reductant level sensor is configured to generate a signal based on a level of reductant in the reductant tank. A controller is communicably coupled to the reductant level sensor. The controller is configured to purge a stranded reductant in the reductant supply line, based on the signal generated by the reductant level sensor. | 07-25-2013 |
20130186510 | METHOD OF REDUCING SILICOSIS CAUSED BY INHALATION OF SILICA-CONTAINING PROPPANT, SUCH AS SILICA SAND AND RESIN-COATED SAND, AND APPARATUS THEREFOR - A method of reducing silicosis caused by inhalation of silica-containing proppant, such as silica sand and resin-coated silica sand, and apparatus therefor. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner. | 07-25-2013 |
20130186511 | SYRINGE AND STAND - A stand for use with a syringe is disclosed. The stand includes a base and a clip affixed to the base. The clip engages a portion of the syringe so as to removably secure the syringe to the stand in a position such that the distal end of the syringe is spaced vertically away from the base. Preferably, the syringe includes a handle extending outwardly from a barrel of the syringe, and the feature which the clip engages includes the handle of the syringe. | 07-25-2013 |
20130192711 | Funnel for Food Processing and Related Method - A funnel for use in juice making processes and related method of using the funnel are disclosed. | 08-01-2013 |
20130199660 | COMMUNICATION DEVICE ACTIVATED BY FUEL DOOR - A communication device or auxiliary ECU is activated when a fuel door of a fuel cell vehicle is open. Upon closing the fuel door, the communication device/ECU is shut off. The communication device/auxiliary ECU is operational regardless of whether the keys in the vehicle or not. This assures that communication of information can occur when a refueling station is most likely to request the information, i.e. when the fuel door is open. A temperature measurement device may monitor a vehicle tank temperature, communicate the tank temperature data to a filling station, and confirm that the tank temperature data is associated with the tank being filled. | 08-08-2013 |
20130199661 | Fuel Transfer System and Method of Using With Off-Road or Sport/Recreational Vehicles - A fuel transfer system and a method of using said system by an operator in transferring fuel from a fuel tank or fuel line of an off-road or sport/recreational vehicle to the fuel tank of a second vehicle, the fuel tank of auxiliary equipment or to some other reservoir is provided. The fuel transfer system generally comprises a fuel transfer fitting, a flexible conduit, and a nozzle. | 08-08-2013 |
20130213518 | METHOD AND STEREO VISION SYSTEM FOR FACILITATING THE UNLOADING OF AGRICULTURAL MATERIAL FROM A VEHICLE - A spout is operably connected to a transferring material for transferring the agricultural material to the receiving vehicle. An imaging device faces towards the storage portion of the receiving vehicle and collects image data. A container module is adapted to determine a container position of the storage portion, or its container perimeter. A spout module is adapted to identify a spout of the transferring vehicle in the collected image data, or to determine a spout position. An alignment module is adapted to determine the relative position of the spout and the container position based on the collected image data and to generate command data or user interface data to facilitate placement of the spout and storage container in relative cooperative alignment for transferring of material from the transferring vehicle to the receiving vehicle. | 08-22-2013 |
20130220477 | CONTAINER FILLING APPARATUS AND METHOD - Apparatus and methods are provided for controlling flow of a flowable material. The flowable material passes from a product supply through one or more valves which are coupled to a controller. The controller is also coupled to one or more sensors operable to generate a signal indicating whether flowable product is present or not present at a specific level within a container. The controller is programmed to operate the valves based on signals received from the sensors. The sensors may be associated with the feed container and used to control metering of flowable product out of the feed container, or they may be associated with a container and used to control filling of the container with flowable product. | 08-29-2013 |
20130228249 | HOT-FILLABLE CONTAINER WITH MOVEABLE PANEL AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS THEREOF - A plastic, hot-fillable container and systems and methods thereof. The plastic container has one or more moveable portions each comprised of intersecting grooves. Each of the one or more moveable portions is constructed and operative to move outwardly temporarily without permanently deforming responsive to hot-filling the container with a product. The one or more moveable portions also can be constructed and operative to move inwardly to reduce or remove a portion of an internal vacuum within the filled and capped container. | 09-05-2013 |
20130233437 | INSPECTION DEVICE FOR INSPECTING FOREIGN MATTER - A container handling installation in which retaining and transport elements transport containers in a transport direction and in which filling stations fill containers with product includes an inspection device for checking the container for unwanted foreign matter. The inspection device is integral with the retaining and transport element and includes a piezo sensor. Also included is an evaluation unit connected to the inspection device. The inspection device is configured to connect to the container such that the container and the inspection device move together in a respective direction of movement and in the transport direction. | 09-12-2013 |
20130240079 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING, RECEIVING, CLEANING AND/OR FILLING A CONTAINER - A vending machine comprising multiple subsystems typically including container receiving, container cleaning, container storage, container filling, container vending, a computer system, and a user interface A vending machine for dispensing, receiving, cleaning and/or filling containers comprising container receiving means for receiving a first container; container cleaning means for cleaning the first container; container dispensing means for dispensing the first container; and container filling means for filling the first container or a second container. | 09-19-2013 |
20130248045 | SPECIMEN COLLECTION APPARATUS - A specimen collection apparatus is provided. The specimen collection apparatus may include a container, a funnel for removable insertion in an opening of the container, a funnel cover; a removable seal, and a dispensing apparatus sealed within the funnel cover in a reagent-specific atmosphere. The dispensing apparatus may include a cap, a reagent housing attached to the cap, and a reagent designed to liquefy a specimen, stabilize the pH of the liquefied specimen, and be compatible with diagnostic procedures. | 09-26-2013 |
20130255824 | THERMAL RECEPTACLE WITH PHASE CHANGE MATERIAL CONTAINING INSERT - A thermal receptacle having a side wall which has an inner surface and a spaced outer surface. An interstitial chamber may be defined by the space between the inner and outer surfaces. A phase change material containing insert is provided into the receptacle. The insert contains a phase change material or a plurality of different phase change materials. Phase change material may also be located within the interstitial chamber. The phase change material regeneratively absorbs thermal energy from a hot liquid in the receptacle thereby rapidly lowering the temperature of the liquid and then the material releases the thermal energy back to the liquid to maintain the temperature of the liquid. | 10-03-2013 |
20130255825 | FOAM REDUCING CONTAINER - A foam reducing container for reducing the level of foam created when pouring a carbonated liquid into the container. The foam reduction container generally includes the container body having sidewalls extending from a base and the sidewalls defining at least one impact sloped wall for receiving a beverage poured from a delivery system. | 10-03-2013 |
20130263967 | DRINKING WATER STORAGE DEVICE AND METHOD - The present invention relates to collection and storage drinking water, e.g. as a step in disaster preparedness. The invention relates to emergency preparedness kits comprising a food-grade bladder composed of thin plastic film for covering the inside surface of a bathtub to provide a barrier between the surface of the bathtub and drinking water contained therein, and for enclosing the contained water. | 10-10-2013 |
20130263968 | COLUMN PACKING METHOD - A method for packing a media bed in a column ( | 10-10-2013 |
20130269825 | MULTI-VIAL DISPENSING - A multi-vial dispensing cassette provides serial dispensement into a plurality of dispense vials. Needle holders may be provided for one or more vials in the cassette and at clip may be incorporated into the needle holder. | 10-17-2013 |
20130276935 | DRUG REFILLING APPARATUS AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME - There is provided a drug refilling apparatus. The apparatus includes a main body on which a drug cartridge is mounted, a cartridge mounting unit installed on a top surface of the main body to allow the drug cartridge mounted thereon, an unfastening unit unfastening a fastened state of a cover included in the drug cartridge, and a cartridge locking unit locking or unlocking the drug cartridge while the drug cartridge is being mounted on the cartridge mounting unit. | 10-24-2013 |
20130284306 | ICE HANDLING CONTAINER - The invention is an improved ice handling container and methods for using the container. The container includes a bottom wall with upstanding sidewalls terminating in a mouth. A bail having an apex and opposing ends is pivotally attached to opposing sidewalls of the container. The bail has a handle generally at the apex and a hook extending generally outwardly from the bail generally near the apex of the bail for hanging the container with the mouth facing generally upward. One sidewall has a handle generally adjacent the bottom wall and a hook generally adjacent the handle extending generally outwardly and upwardly from the sidewall for hanging the container with the mouth facing generally downward. | 10-31-2013 |
20130284307 | METHOD FOR THE CONTROL OF A FILLING MACHINE - The present invention relates to a method for the control of a filling machine (A) for the filling of containers (C) with liquid filling material, wherein the filling machine comprises at least two controllable filling elements ( | 10-31-2013 |
20130284308 | AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF NOZZLE FOR USE IN A NON-OVERFLOW LIQUID DELIVERY SYSTEM - An automatic shut-off nozzle comprises a liquid delivery conduit and a liquid recovery conduit. A valve has a first movable valve portion movable between a valve closed position whereat liquid is precluded from being dispensed from the liquid-dispensing outlet of the liquid delivery conduit and a valve open position whereat liquid is permitted to be dispensed from the liquid-dispensing outlet of the liquid delivery conduit. A manually operable valve control mechanism is reconfigurable between an operating configuration whereat force can be transmitted from the valve control mechanism to the valve to thereby move the first movable valve portion to the valve open position, and a non-operating configuration whereat force cannot be transmitted from the valve control mechanism to the valve. A liquid sensor has a rest state and an actuated state whereat the liquid sensor reconfigures the manually operable valve control mechanism from the operating configuration to the non-operating configuration. | 10-31-2013 |
20130284309 | FILLING ELEMENT COMPRISING A SPRAY NOZZLE OR SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY, CONTAINER TREATMENT MACHINE COMPRISING A SPRAY NOZZLE OR SPRAY NOZZLE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR CLEANING MACHINE ELEMENTS - A filling element for a container treatment machine for filling containers with a liquid filling material includes a first channel formed in a filling element housing and forming a dispensing opening for controlled dispensing of filing material into a container, and a second channel formed in or on the housing for delivering a cleaning or disinfecting medium. On an outer face of the housing, a spray nozzle or spray-nozzle assembly connects to the second channel. | 10-31-2013 |
20130291997 | BULK COOKING OIL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - Systems and methods for supplying fresh cooking oil to fryers and removing used cooking oil from the fryers of facilities. The systems and methods include utilizing one or more portable vehicles to carry fresh and used oil for delivery and collection to and from fryers in remote kitchens, or kitchens where hard piped oil lines are not preferred. Also provided are methods of delivering cooking oil to, and removing cooking oil from, the facility via one or more additional vehicles that travels between the facility and one or more depots. In one embodiment, there is provided a bulk cooking oil distribution system having a bulk fresh cooking oil tank and a bulk used cooking oil tank. The system includes a fresh cooking oil tank and a used cooking oil tank, where these tanks are associated with a portable device for delivery and pickup of cooking oil in a facility. | 11-07-2013 |
20130291998 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR FILLING PACKETS WITH PADDING IN THE FORM OF BULK MATERIAL - The invention relates to a method and device for filling packages with a bulk cushioning material, in particular foam peanuts, where the cushioning material is conveyed to the package by a feed unit. | 11-07-2013 |
20130291999 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR COMPLIANCE MANAGEMENT OF FLUIDS IN AND ABOUT DRILLING SITES - A system and method are provided for automated intake and discharge of fluids to and from specified inclusion zones at a drilling site and related sites. A surface map is annotated with shapes designating at least inclusion zones for managed control of permitted intake and discharge of fluids tt and from permitted zones. For specified water sources, the inclusion zone is a loading zone associated with specified conditions and another inclusion zone is an unloading zone also having specified conditions. A control system in a vehicle uses the annotated map and GPS to assist the operator of the vehicle avoid restricted intake from and discharge to restricted zones and limit volumes and rates based on monitored parameters. Records are maintained to confirm the fluid, fluid location and volumes. | 11-07-2013 |
20130299041 | Functionalized Microfluidic Device And Method - A microfluidic platform and method are provided. The microfluidic platform includes a base having an outer surface and a plurality of wells formed in the outer surface thereof for receiving fluid therein. The plurality of wells are in fluid communication with each other. A lid includes a plurality of channels having corresponding inputs and outputs. The lid is moveable between a first position wherein the lid is disengaged from the base and a second position wherein the inputs of each channel communicate with corresponding wells in the base. The fluid in each well is drawn into corresponding channels through the inputs thereof by capillary action. | 11-14-2013 |
20130299042 | FUEL STATION AND METHOD - The present invention provides a fuel station and a method of refueling a vehicle using the fuel station. The fuel station comprises at least two adjacent base structures with each base structure being provided with a fuel dispensing device, to define a refueling position. The fuel station also includes at least one queuing position in front of one of the base structures. Guide means link each queuing position to the refueling positions. | 11-14-2013 |
20130306190 | ROTARY-TYPE FILLING MACHINE AND METHOD FOR CALCULATING FILLING QUANTITY FOR ROTARY-TYPE FILLING MACHINE - A rotary-type filling machine includes a rotary body, a liquid distribution chamber, a plurality of filling flow path configuration units, each of which has a fluid path constituted by a liquid path connected to the liquid distribution chamber and a liquid valve and configured to individually introduce a liquid into a container, a filling control device, a liquid supply unit, a pressure difference information detection unit configured to detect pressure difference information between a liquid distribution chamber pressure, which is a pressure of the liquid in the liquid distribution chamber, and a filling atmospheric pressure detected as a pressure of a flow release unit in a filling flow path configuration unit at an arbitrary radial direction position of the rotary body, and a rotation information detection unit configured to detect rotation information of the rotary body. | 11-21-2013 |
20130319572 | FUEL ADDITIVE BOTTLE FOR A CAPLESS FUEL SYSTEM - The present disclosure relates to a container having a fuel additive, and a spout extending from and in fluid communication with the container. The spout includes an elongated engagement nozzle having a radially outer surface extending to a distal tip of the bottle. The elongated engagement nozzle defines an opening for discharging the fluid from the bottle and has an axial length and radial diameter dimensioned for insertion into the throat of a capless fuel system sufficiently far to contact and operate a lock disengagement element within the throat and to open an internal closure within the throat. A cap attachment portion is configured for attaching a cap to close the engagement nozzle opening, and is disposed clear of the engagement nozzle outer surface. | 12-05-2013 |
20130319573 | Receptacle And Method For Storing And Supplying A Liquid And A Liquid Medical Preparation - A method and a receptacle for storing and supplying a liquid, especially a liquid medical preparation. It is an object of the invention to provide a suitable receptacle and method for storing and supplying a desired liquid quantity. It is solved by a liquid tight and preferably gas-tight receptacle, comprising a compressible tube ( | 12-05-2013 |
20130319574 | METHOD FOR DOSING BULK MATERIAL - The invention relates to a method and a device for dosing bulk material, in particular plastic granulate, for machines processing plastic granulate, in particular for injection molding machines. Different amounts of different plastic granulates are filled in batches according to freely adjustable formulas and each individual type of a plastic granulate, such as for example virgin material, masterbatch, additives and/or material to be ground, is successively released into a weighing container from a material hopper ( | 12-05-2013 |
20130319575 | BAG FOR DISTRIBUTING A PRODUCT FOR BIOPHARMACEUTICAL USE IN THE GENERAL STATE OF A LIQUID OR PASTE VIA A PLURALITY OF OUTLET PORTS - A flexible bag for biopharmaceutical use, includes a shell for receiving, in an inner space thereof, a flowable biopharmaceutical product, and flexible walls joined by fixed and sealed rigid-connection areas, two opposite walls being connected to each other by the peripheries thereof, at least one inlet port and one outlet port, a port being combined with a passage of the shell and mounted thereon by fixed and sealed connection elements, a plurality of similar outlet ports grouped together in a tapping area, a tapping wall provided with at least one opening for the passage and assembly of the outlet port for the similar outlet ports, fixed and sealed port-shell connection elements which are rigidly, fixedly, and sealingly connected to the tapping wall around the at least one opening for the passage and assembly of the outlet port, and an area for folding the two opposite walls. | 12-05-2013 |
20130333795 | CONCENTRATE CONTAINER HAVING SUPPORTING ELEMENTS - The invention relates to a container for dialysis concentrates, in particular acidic dry concentrates. When these dry concentrates are dissolved directly by the dialysis machine to form liquid concentrates, the containers must provide a volume of 4-12 liters. To impart the required stability to these containers, they have integral supporting elements, which manifest their supporting function only when the container is used on the dialysis machine. | 12-19-2013 |
20130333796 | DEVICE WITH PENETRABLE SEPTUM, FILLING NEEDLE AND PENETRABLE CLOSURE, AND RELATED METHOD - A device has a sealed chamber; a first penetrable septum in fluid communication with the chamber that is formed of an elastic material and is penetrable by a first injection member to fill the first chamber with a substance therethrough; and a second penetrable septum movable between first and second positions. In the first position, at least a portion of the second septum is spaced away from the first septum to allow the injection member to penetrate the first septum and aseptically or sterile fill the chamber with a substance therethrough. In the second position, the portion of the second septum overlies and seals a resulting injection aperture in the first septum after withdrawal of the first injection member therefrom, and is penetrable by a second injection member to penetrate the first and second septums and withdraw a filled substance from the chamber and through the second injection member. | 12-19-2013 |
20130333797 | APPARATUS FOR TRANSPORTING A QUANTITY OF LOST CIRCULATION MATERIAL AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING SAME - The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for transporting quantities of lost circulation material. The system includes at least one pump, at least one intake assembly, at least one exhaust assembly, and can also include at least one intake member operably connected to the intake assembly, and at least one exhaust member operably connected to the exhaust assembly. | 12-19-2013 |
20130340882 | WEIGHING UTENSIL - A utensil ( | 12-26-2013 |
20140000753 | Device For The Transfer Of A Medium | 01-02-2014 |
20140014224 | METHOD AND FILLING MACHINE FOR THE OPEN JET FILLING OF BOTTLES OR SIMILAR CONTAINERS - A method for open jet filling of containers with liquid content using a machine having a rotor that rotates around a machine axis. The rotor carries filling stations, each having va filling element, each having an opening and a container carrier. The carrier holds a container such that its opening is at a selected distance from the dispensing opening. Contents dispensed in a controlled manner by the filling element flow in an open filling jet directed toward the container opening. The method includes compensating for deflection of the filling jet due to centrifugal force acting on it when the rotor rotates by causing controlled relative movement between the filling element and the container. As a result of this movement, the open jet cleanly enters the container through the container opening. | 01-16-2014 |
20140027006 | Splash-Retarding Fluid Collection System - A fluid collection container ( | 01-30-2014 |
20140027007 | FLUID CONTROL AND/OR RECYCLING KIT, AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - A method for fluid control including the steps of packaging a fluid product for use by an end user in a packaging container housing substantially everything required for consumption of the fluid product; enclosing in the packaging container a receptacle adapted to be employed to receive degraded fluid prior to use of the fluid product; and substantially sealing the receptacle after receiving the degraded fluid for subsequent transport of the degraded fluid and an apparatus therefor. | 01-30-2014 |
20140027008 | MULTI-FUNCTION UNIT FOR THE OFFSHORE TRANSFER OF HYDROCARBONS - A hydrocarbon transfer arrangement for transfer of fluids between an offshore unit and a carrier which are placed in an offloading configuration, includes at least one transfer hose and a gas return hose, wherein the end of the at least one transfer hose is connected to a floating multi-function unit allowing for the transport of the transfer hose between the offshore unit and the carrier, wherein the floating multi-function unit can be lifted out of the water and can be held in a fixed position above water-level and is provided with connection elements for making a fluid connection between the transfer hose end and a manifold of the carrier and with emergency disconnect elements for the at least one transfer hose, placed at a distance from the connection elements. | 01-30-2014 |
20140034183 | CAP ASSEMBLY FOR DISPENSING A DISPENSABLE COMPONENT AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - Cap can include a cap body mountable to a container. A main bore is disposed in the cap body. A movable component holder has a lower end, an upper end, and a space sized and configured to contain a dispensable component. At least a first seal provides sealing between an inner surface of the cap body and an outer surface of the component holder. The first seal at least one of is disposed on a generally circumferential wall and is located axially above an annular upper wall of the cap body, is arranged on a generally circumferential wall that can deflect slightly radially outwardly, projects from the inner surface of the cap body, is axially fixed to the inner surface of the cap body, is disposed at an upper end of the main bore, is arranged above an uppermost annular surface of the cap body, is slidably engageable with an outer circumferential surface of the component holder, is located adjacent an upper end of an inner tubular section of the cap body. The can further includes a cover installable on the upper end of the component holder. | 02-06-2014 |
20140034184 | CATALYST LOADING SYSTEM - A reformer tube processing and filling system is provided for ensuring uniformity of reformer tube flow rates and reactivity. The disclosed invention provides a system for detecting and removing tube obstructions, as well as an automated process for verifying the flow rate for each tube and identifying tubes with abnormal flow rates to remove a source of human error and conserve labor costs. An automated tube filling system provides a calibrated fill mechanism coordinated with a calibrated loading rope withdrawal mechanism to ensure loading consistency. A lack of vibrating parts ensures a low dust count, and what little dust is present is removed via a built-in vacuum outlet in the loader. | 02-06-2014 |
20140034185 | Connector Device - A connector device for connecting two containers with first and second members slidably displaceable in regard to each other along an axis between a first and a second position is presented. The first member comprises a needle parallel to the axis so that the first container's septum is penetrated by one end of the needle when the first container is introduced into the first member. The second member comprises a coupling to the second container. The other needle end penetrates the second container's septum when the members are in the second position establishing a connection between the two containers. The first member comprises a coupling to the second container coupled to the second member. The first member can couple to the second container when the two members are in the second position and cannot couple to the second container when the two members are in the first position. | 02-06-2014 |
20140041748 | Automated Beverage Dispensing System with Vertical Staging - The present application provides an automated beverage dispenser for use with a number of cups. The automated beverage dispenser may include a carousel with a number of shelves, a first actuator such that first actuator may maneuver the shelves in a first direction, a second actuator positioned adjacent to the carousel, and a gripper positioned on the second actuator such that the second actuator may maneuver one of the cups by the gripper in a second direction to one of the shelves of the carousel. | 02-13-2014 |
20140041749 | Fuel Recovery System and Method - A residual fuel removal system from the fuel tanks of vehicles raised upon a automotive lift or driven over a automotive work pit. The device features a power driven translating member for piercing the fuel tank. The member has an axial passage for communication of fluid from the distal end or a spear or sealing component, to a reservoir. The hole produced by a piercing spear tip can be adapted to allow the insertion of a bung (where required). The piercing member is surrounded by a funneling basin to direct all exiting liquid to a through the axial passage to the reservoir. The device can be engaged upon a rolling support or on an arm of a pivoting wall mounted support. | 02-13-2014 |
20140041750 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR HIGH-VOLUME FILLING OF PHARMACEUTICAL PRESCRIPTIONS - A method of retrieving a vial from a carrier includes the steps of: contacting a vial contained within a carrier with a gripper assembly to shift the position of the container to one end of the carrier and to adjust the position of the carrier on a platform from a diverted position to a retrieval position; lifting the vial from the carrier with the gripper assembly; and returning the vial to the carrier with the gripper assembly. Such a method can improve the accuracy and precision of moving the vial to and from the carrier for dispensing. | 02-13-2014 |
20140041751 | SENSORY AROMA GLASS - A sensory aroma glass is disclosed. According to one embodiment, an apparatus comprises a fluid barrier; and a fluid container designed for containing a fluid. The fluid barrier is in contact with the rim or internal or external sidewall of the fluid container. The fluid barrier extends into the fluid container. The fluid barrier has an opening that allows aroma of the fluid to escape from the fluid container without allowing the fluid to escape from the fluid container. | 02-13-2014 |
20140048168 | Automated Apparatus and Methods for Dispensing Fluids into Microplates Utilizing Microwell Covers - Automated apparatus and methods for dispensing fluids into microplates utilizing microwell covers, the covers comprising open portions to allow a pipette access to one or more wells and impermeable portions which prevent the fluids from getting into wells shielded by the impermeable portion. The open portions and impermeable portions are preferably arranged and sized to align with alternating rows of wells in a particular microplate. Preferred covers are movably positioned on the microplate. Automated dispensing apparatus for use with microplates and microwell covers comprises a programmable controller, and suitable interfaces which allow the apparatus to be programmed, and which control a dispensing head such that pipettes are moved in the desired manner in order to take advantage of the protective features of the microwell covers. The apparatus also preferably comprises at least one transfer mechanism for moving a cover relative to a microplate at a dispensing station. | 02-20-2014 |
20140053942 | Inverted Dome to Supply Dose - Inverted dome to supply a dose with an inverted dome dispensing closure having a housing, the housing having a septum, a thinner convex dome, and an end plate seal, a main vessel attached to the inverted dome dispensing closure, and a user-actuated for dispensing from the inverted dome dispensing closure into the main vessel. To provide a point of use dispensing devise that will supply fresh healthy ingredients that are stored inside the closure. The devise is used to store ingredients protecting them from UV light and moisture at minimum. The closure will be intuitive for use and easily operated by the end user. The new devise minimizes components and materials while maximizing the dispensing port. | 02-27-2014 |
20140053943 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LIMITING ACIDIC CORROSION IN FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEMS - A method and apparatus are provided for monitoring a fuel delivery system to limit acidic corrosion. An exemplary monitoring system includes a controller, at least one monitor, and an output. The monitoring system may collect and analyze data indicative of a corrosive environment in the fuel delivery system. The monitoring system may also automatically warn an operator of the fueling station of the corrosive environment so that the operator can take preventative or corrective action. | 02-27-2014 |
20140053944 | REFILL STATION USING AN INTELLIGENT BEVERAGE CONTAINER - Systems, devices, and methods are provided for conducting a refill of a beverage container. A beverage container may be detected at a refill station. The beverage container may be associated with a user account. The refill station may access information stored in the user account to determine if the beverage container is permitted to be refilled. Based on the determination, the refill station may refill the beverage container. Information indicative of the refill process may be displayed on an electronic display of the refill station. The refill station may also capture an image of the user of the beverage container and compare the captured image with an image stored in the associated user account to confirm the identity of the user. The determination that the beverage container may be refilled may be based, at least in part, on the identity confirmation. | 02-27-2014 |
20140053945 | STORAGE AND DISPENSING BAG AND METHOD OF DISPENSING CONTENTS FROM THE SAME - A storage and dispensing bag comprises a main body and a spout. The main body forms a cavity for storing contents to be dispensed into a bottle. The spout is connected to the main body and adapted for dispensing the contents from the main body into the bottle. The spout comprises first and second rigid, flexible members affixed to or embedded in opposing sides of the spout adjacent a distal opening. The first rigid, flexible member comprises a first end and a second end. The second rigid, flexible member comprises a first end and a second end. The first and second rigid, flexible members are adapted to each bend outward from the other when longitudinal force is applied at the first ends and at the second ends to cause the opposing sides of the spout to separate to facilitate dispensing of the contents. | 02-27-2014 |
20140053946 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPENSING A MEASURED AMOUNT OF A LOOSE MATERIAL - A loose material measuring and dispensing system including a container and dispenser. The tea container serves to store the tea leaves or grounds in a storage bin prior to activation of the system. Upon activation, the dispenser measures and loads a selected amount of tea into a hopper for dispensing, such as into a waiting cup or a tea infuser. The amount of tea may be selected based upon user operation of one of a number of quantity indicating/selection buttons provided in a user interface. The container is a sealed canister, such as a bag or jug, which is preferably impermeable to light. Furthermore, the dispenser is able to operate to load a desired amount of tea (e.g. by weight), specified by the user, into the hopper. Once the desired amount of tea is loaded into the hopper, the tea may be dispensed, such as into a waiting cup or infuser below. | 02-27-2014 |
20140069550 | Device and Method of Pumping Fuel Into Vehicle Fuel Tank Without Handle - A device for pumping fuel in a vehicle fuel tank has an element insertable into a handle of a fuel supplying hose and configured to be located between an activated lever and a wall of the handle so as to retain the lever in an activated position, and the element has a body which is freely insertable into a space between the lever and the wall of the handle and is freely completely removable by a user from the space between the lever and the wall of the handle. | 03-13-2014 |
20140076454 | FLUID MANIFOLD SYSTEM WITH ROTATABLE PORT ASSEMBLY - A fluid manifold system includes a manifold port assembly having a housing with an inlet port and a plurality of outlet ports formed thereon and a carousel having a plurality of spaced apart fluid paths that extend therethrough from a first end to an opposing second end. The carousel is rotatably coupled with the housing so that when the first end of each fluid path is aligned with the inlet port on the housing, the second end of each fluid path is aligned with a corresponding different one of the plurality of outlet ports. A container is fluid coupled to each outlet port by a fluid line. The inlet port can be selectively coupled with a fluid source while a motor can control rotation of the carousel relative to the housing. | 03-20-2014 |
20140083554 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BULK MATERIAL STORAGE AND/OR TRANSPORT - Bulk material storage units that can be placed on flatbeds that can be hauled in various manners, including rail cars or trucks, to the destination and removed from the flatbed for temporary storage at the destination, freeing the transportation mode, e.g., rail cars or trucks, to be used elsewhere. Embodiments of the bulk material storage unit of the present invention replace rail hopper cars or truck trailers to hold the bulk material during transportation as well as provide temporary storage at the desired location, e.g., the origin or destination, without tying up transportation resources. | 03-27-2014 |
20140083555 | COMBINATION SCOOP AND FUNNEL - A combination scoop and funnel device is disclosed that can be used to transfer a powder material from one container to another. The combination scoop and funnel device may include a scoop portion and a funnel portion coupled together by a hinge. The funnel portion has an open position and a closed position. When the funnel portion is in the open position, the scoop portion can be used to scoop powder material from a first container. Once scooped, the funnel portion can be moved to the closed position. The device can then be inverted to pour the powder material into a second container. | 03-27-2014 |
20140083556 | ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR DETECTING AND FILLING VOID AREAS OF AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY CONTAINERS - A system and method for transferring agricultural material from a transferring vehicle to a storage portion of a receiving vehicle, and detecting and filling void areas of the agricultural material is disclosed. A transferring vehicle having a spout transfers agricultural material to a storage portion of a receiving vehicle. An imaging device associated with the transferring vehicle and facing towards the storage portion of the receiving vehicle collects imaging data. An image processing module is operable to, based on the imaging data, estimate fill levels of agricultural material within the storage portion; identify an area of the storage portion as targeted to fill; and identify a first void within the targeted area. A controller in communication with the image processing module is configured to command the spout to a position to direct agricultural material to the first void. | 03-27-2014 |
20140090742 | NATURAL GAS MANIFOLD FOR DUAL-FUEL TRAILERS - A fuel delivery system comprising: a fuel source; a first trailer comprising a first manifold in fluid communication with a first fuel train; and a second trailer comprising a second manifold in fluid communication with a second fuel train, wherein the first and second manifolds are connected in series to the fuel source using flexible hose tubing. | 04-03-2014 |
20140096862 | DEVICE FOR CONNECTION BETWEEN A RECIPIENT AND A CONTAINER AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING AND USING SUCH A DEVICE - A device connecting a recipient closed by a perforatable stopper and a container for a needle, comprising a base for mounting the container, the base defining a central bore and comprising means for mounting on the recipient, the needle pertaining to a subset engaged in the central bore forming part of the device, for mounting on the container, and being arranged in the central bore parallel to the bore's longitudinal axis, and a sealing sleeve arranged in the central bore, around the needle and in contact therewith, the base being a single component and comprising a body for perforating the stopper extending from an intermediate wall of the base, away from the central bore and parallel to its central axis, up to a distal end, the perforating body being hollow and the inner space thereof communicating with the central bore and with a space radially surrounding its distal end. | 04-10-2014 |
20140096863 | CONTAINER VOLUME CONTROL UNIT UPSTREAM OF FILLING LEVEL CONTROL UNIT - A container-handling apparatus includes a filling machine for filling containers, a filling-level-monitoring control unit downstream of the filling machine, a first container-detection element configured to scan and relay at least a partial contour of a relevant container as inspection data, and a control-and-regulating device configured to receive inspection data about containers. The first container-detection element is separated from and upstream of the filling-level-monitoring control unit. The filling-level-monitoring control unit inspects a container and passes inspection data about the container to the control-and-regulating device. The first container-detection element inspects the container independently of the filling-level-monitoring control unit and passes inspection data about the container to the control-and-regulating device. | 04-10-2014 |
20140116569 | FILL SYSTEM AND METHOD INCLUDING VISUAL INDICATOR DEVICE FOR EMPTY CONDITION - A fill system is configured to supply particulate adhesive such as pellets to an adhesive dispensing system and is configured to provide a visual indication when a supply container approaches an empty condition. The fill system includes the supply container, which has an interior space for holding pellets, and an indicator device that emits a visual indication by actuating a light source communicating with the interior space. As a result, when the level of pellets within the interior space drops to a threshold approaching the empty condition, the light energy emitted by the indicator device is visible outside the supply container. The fill system may then be refilled before the completely empty condition is reached. | 05-01-2014 |
20140124086 | SEALED AND THERMALLY INSULATIVE TANK INTEGRATED INTO A SUPPORTING STRUCTURE - A sealed and thermally insulative tank includes thermal installation including a plurality of juxtaposed insulation blocks on the supporting structure and a seal including a plurality of sealing metal plates disposed on the insulation blocks and welded to each other. Mechanical coupling members extend through the thermal insulation at the level of the edges of the insulation blocks and hold the insulation blocks in bearing engagement on the supporting structure. The metal plates are disposed so that the edges of the metal plates are offset relative to the edges of the underlying insulation blocks. The metal plates are held in bearing engagement on the insulation blocks only by the coupling members. The mechanical coupling members are attached to the metal plates at the level of attachment points away from the edges of the metal plates. | 05-08-2014 |
20140130935 | METHOD, DEVICE AND FUEL FOR HYDROGEN GENERATION - A method and a device for generating of hydrogen are provided with which an instantaneous release of hydrogen in considerable amounts is possible. The method comprises a one or two step mixing including injecting the fuel and an activator fluid into a reaction chamber. The device is adapted to be operated with such a method. Further, a fuel suitable for the use with such a method is provided, the fuel being based on a dry metal hydride or a dry metal borohydride being dispersed in a non-aqueous dispersion medium. Moreover, a method for (re-) fuelling the hydrogen generating device at a service station and a method for supplying a service station with fuel are provided. | 05-15-2014 |
20140137978 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR USE IN DISPENSING BIOPHARMACEUTICAL MATERIALS - A pre-sterilized system for dispensing biopharmaceutical materials includes a reservoir for holding biopharmaceutical materials coupled to a filter and distribution manifold connected to a plurality of receiving containers. The manifold includes a plurality of container conduits and a plurality of distribution conduits. The plurality of container conduits is connected to the plurality of receiving containers and supports the plurality of distribution conduits above the plurality of receiving containers to allow flow of the biopharmaceutical materials from the plurality of distribution conduits by gravity into the plurality of receiving containers. The plurality of receiving containers and the manifold are sealed relative to an ambient environment outside the manifold and the plurality of containers to inhibit contamination of the biopharmaceutical materials when the biopharmaceutical materials are inside at least one of the plurality of receiving containers and the manifold. | 05-22-2014 |
20140137979 | FUEL STORAGE DEVICE, AN AIRCRAFT, AND A METHOD - A fuel storage device ( | 05-22-2014 |
20140137980 | PROCESS FOR DETECTING ANOMALIES DURING THE FILLING OF A LIQUID METERING DEVICE AND LIQUID METERING DEVICE - Method for detecting anomalies during the filling of a liquid metering device with a liquid to be measured out, said metering device comprising at least one suction member and at least one pressure monitoring means arranged for measuring a pressure in relation to said suction member. The detection method comprises steps consisting of: performing a prior pressure calibration of the filling of the device, calculating for a desired volume a tolerance range having an upper limit and a lower limit on the basis of the prior pressure calibration and checking whether the pressure remains within the tolerance range during the filling of the metering device with the liquid to be measured out. | 05-22-2014 |
20140144543 | FILLING ELEMENT FOR FILLING A CONTAINER WITH A FILL PRODUCT - A filling device for filling a container with a fill product, such as a free-jet filler valve, a dosing unit or a piston filler in a filling plant for fluid, paste-like or viscous food products is provided, wherein the filling element has a fill product outlet and an operating element disposed in direct contact with the fill product outlet for influencing the discharge of the fill product from the fill product outlet, wherein on the operating element an ejection device is provided for ejecting a fill product residue in the direction of discharge. | 05-29-2014 |
20140144544 | MEDICAMENT DISPENSING MACHINE - The medicament dispensing machine enables to use vials having various sizes and shapes without changing a part in the machine or without performing a special operation. The medicament dispensing machine contains a discharging unit that receives a vial filled with a medicament from a medicament filling means and discharges out of a vial discharging window. The discharging unit contains a vial gripping means having a pair of gripping arms that grip a vial, a body of gripping means having the vial gripping means, a moving means that moves the vial gripping means from the medicament filling means to the vial discharging window, and an orientation changing mechanism that changes the orientation of the body of gripping means. With a coordination of the movement of the body of gripping means toward the vial discharging window, the orientation changing mechanism makes the gripping arms orient to the vial discharging window. | 05-29-2014 |
20140150923 | ARRANGEMENT AND METHOD FOR INJECTING A FLUID INTO AN ANALYSIS APPLIANCE - Arrangement and method for injecting a fluid into an analysis appliance, in particular into a liquid chromatograph with an injection opening. The arrangement includes a manipulating device with an injection needle, and a seal, in particular a ferrule, which is made of a polymer material and is arranged removably on the injection opening. In the axial direction, the seal has a guide bore for receiving the injection needle. The guide bore includes a shoulder with an opening, of which the diameter is smaller than a diameter in a first portion of the guide bore extending from the shoulder in the direction of a first end of the seal. The injection needle can be inserted into the guide bore from the direction of the first end of the seal, and the front edge of the injection needle can be pressed onto the shoulder with a predetermined force. | 06-05-2014 |
20140150924 | LEAKTIGHT JOINING DEVICE FOR THE ASEPTIC TRANSFER OF A BIOPHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT BETWEEN A CHAMBER AND A CONTAINER - A leaktight joining device for ensuring the aseptic transfer of a biopharmaceutical product between a chamber equipped with a removable door and a container equipped with a removable cover, includes: stationary temporary flanging elements, stationary unlocking elements capable of changing the container from an initial locking position to an intermediate unlocking position so as to ensure an aseptic communication between the container and the chamber, stationary locking element capable of changing the container from the intermediate locking position to a final locking position, an annular functional ring gear capable of actuating the stationary unlocking elements and the stationary locking elements of the container. The stationary temporary flanging elements, the stationary unlocking elements, and the stationary locking elements are mechanically linked to the annular functional ring gear and arranged so that the unidirectional rotation of the annular functional ring gear about the geometric axis of rotation successively drives the actuation thereof. | 06-05-2014 |
20140166153 | METHODS FOR MONITORING SENSORS OF REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCES - Methods for monitoring a sensor of a refrigerator appliance are provided. The methods include activating an auto-fill feature of the refrigerator appliance and receiving a signal from a sensor of the refrigerator appliance. The method also includes displaying a message on a display of the refrigerator appliance if the sensor does not detect the container within the dispenser recess. The message can provide a user with feedback regarding the auto-fill feature and assist the user with properly operating the auto-fill feature. | 06-19-2014 |
20140174588 | CONTAMINATED HYDROGEN CHARGING PREVENTING SYSTEM - A contaminated hydrogen charging preventing system that prevents contaminated hydrogen from being supplied to a vehicle. In particular, a sensor that is disposed in a charging pipe that charges a hydrogen tank of a vehicle with senses/detects contaminates in the hydrogen. Upon sensing contaminated hydrogen, a controller configured to control a cutoff valve is controlled to close charging pipe so that the contaminated hydrogen cannot be supplied to the vehicle. In addition, a hydrogen charging station may also terminate the flow of hydrogen to a dispenser based upon receiving contaminated hydrogen information from the controller within the vehicle. | 06-26-2014 |
20140174589 | CONTAINER FILLING APPARATUS AND METHOD - Apparatus and methods are provided for controlling flow of a flowable material. The flowable material passes from a product supply through one or more valves which are coupled to a controller. The controller is also coupled to one or more sensors operable to generate a signal indicating whether flowable product is present or not present at a specific level within a container. The controller is programmed to operate the valves based on signals received from the sensors. The sensors may be associated with the feed container and used to control metering of flowable product out of the feed container, or they may be associated with a container and used to control filling of the container with flowable product. | 06-26-2014 |
20140174590 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR BUFFERING PARENTERAL SOLUTIONS - A system for transferring solutions from a first cartridge into a second cartridge comprises a cartridge holder, a plunger driver, and a cartridge connector. The cartridge connector carries a transfer needle and an exhaust needle. The cartridge holder positions the first cartridge against the cartridge connector so that the transfer needle penetrates the first cartridge septum. The second cartridge is removably inserted into another end of the cartridge connector so that both the transfer needle and the exhaust needle penetrate the second cartridge septum. The plunger driver is disposed to advance a plunger on the first cartridge to transfer solution from the first cartridge into the second cartridge thus displacing solution from the second cartridge through the exhaust needle. The cartridge connector includes a sealed interior waste chamber for receiving the solution from the second cartridge. | 06-26-2014 |
20140182740 | FILLER COUPLING AND CORRESPONDING RECEPTACLE AND FILLING METHOD - A method for withdrawing a pressurized gas from a receptacle comprising a tap, the tap comprising a filler/withdrawal coupling for a pressurized gas receptacle designed to interact with a packaging connector in order to allow said receptacle to be filled with pressurized gas or for withdrawal of pressurized gas from the receptacle, the method comprising
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20140190588 | VORTEX FILL - Improved methods, systems, and devices for filling fuel tanks, particularly compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel tanks, are provided. Such methods, systems, and devices lower the heat of compression when the fuel tank is being filled to a temperature lower than that if such methods, systems, and devices were not used. Pressure sensor logic on a fuel station will be less prone to error, enabling the tank to be filled more accurately and fully. To lower heat of compression, an insert is placed within the tank. The insert changes the flow characteristics of the fuel that is being delivered into the tank. Typically, the delivered fuel will be released into the interior of the tank in a vortex fashion to fill the tank. Other flow modification devices are also provided including an externally coupled Ranque-Hilsh vortex tube and a flow modification chamber built within a fuel tank. | 07-10-2014 |
20140202580 | APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING VISUAL INDICATION OF DYNAMIC PROCESS FUEL QUALITY DELIVERY CONDITIONS WITH USE OF MULTIPLE COLORED INDICATOR LIGHTS - Embodiments of the present disclosure include a fuel dispensing apparatus for delivering fuel from a fuel source, and related components, systems, and methods. As fuel is delivered from the fuel source, fuel quality is monitored using one or more fuel quality sensor devices, which detect one or more corresponding fuel quality characteristics. In response to the detected fuel quality characteristics, a visual indication of fuel quality is provided at a visual indication device. The visual indication includes a unique combination of a color component and a frequency component, thereby allowing a user of the fuel dispensing apparatus to quickly determine fuel quality status as the fuel is delivered from the fuel source. | 07-24-2014 |
20140202581 | SYSTEM, PACKAGE, APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DOSING COFFEE BEANS - A system for dosing coffee beans, comprising a coffee bean package provided with walls enclosing an inner space for coffee beans, a coffee bean outlet for delivering coffee beans, and a coupling part for coupling and uncoupling the coffee bean package with an apparatus that is provided with a coffee bean grinder, and an at least partly movably arranged coffee bean receiving device for supplying coffee beans from the coffee bean package to the grinder, which coffee bean receiving device is provided with a dosing space for being capable of containing a predetermined dose of coffee beans, wherein the coffee bean package prior to use in itself is closed off such that exposure of the coffee beans to ambient air is prevented, and the coffee bean receiving device is arranged to be guided through the coffee bean outlet into the inner space of the coffee bean package for letting coffee beans from the coffee bean package into the dosing space, and to guide the dosing space through the coffee bean outlet out of the inner space of the coffee bean package for supplying the dose of coffee beans from the dosing space to the grinder. | 07-24-2014 |
20140209203 | CONTAINER CONSTRUCTION FOR DISPENSING INTO A FUEL RECEPTACLE - A container for dispensing into a fuel receptacle can include a neck through which a product is flowed, and threads which merge with a circumferentially continuous shoulder spaced apart from the neck. The neck disengages a lock which secures a closure of the fuel receptacle, in response to insertion of the container into the fuel receptacle. Another container can include a neck through which a product is flowed, and threads which merge with a circumferentially continuous shoulder spaced apart from the neck, the shoulder having a circumferentially continuous surface that faces an annular recess separating the shoulder from the neck. A method of discharging a fuel additive into a fuel receptacle is also disclosed. | 07-31-2014 |
20140209204 | FILLING DEVICE AND FILLING METHOD - A filling method is provided. The filling method has a filling step in which a valve at the tip of a vertically movable nozzle of a filling device is disposed within a container and a liquid containing at least either or both of cells of a microorganism and a substance treated thereby transferred from a storage tank is sprayed from the valve. In the filling step, either or both of an initial flow rate for filling and a later stage flow rate for filling are less than the maximum flow rate. In addition, the initial filling stage in this filling step, the valve at the tip of the movable nozzle is disposed in the proximity of the bottom surface of the container, and thereafter, the movable nozzle is made to rise according to the filling conditions for the liquid in the container. | 07-31-2014 |
20140216595 | Double Stage Bottled Soda Dispenser - The present invention relates to a method and a device to dispense carbonated beverage from bottled soda while preventing the carbonation from escaping the soda bottle. | 08-07-2014 |
20140216596 | Vehicle Fuel Dispensing System for Dwellings - Vehicle fuel dispensing system for a dwelling unit includes a fuel source and a fuel supply conduit for the unit connected to the fuel source. The fuel supply conduit has an in-line meter for measuring fuel flow characteristics and provides readouts of the characteristics. Vehicle fuel dispensing system for a plurality of dwelling units includes a fuel source and a fuel supply conduit for the plurality of units connected to the fuel source. The fuel supply conduit has an in-line meter for measuring fuel flow characteristics and provides readouts of the characteristics. Method of dispensing vehicle fuel to one or more dwelling units includes steps of: providing a fuel source; providing a fuel supply conduit for the one or more units for connecting the fuel source to the one or more units; and providing an in-line meter for measuring fuel flow characteristics and providing readouts of the characteristics. | 08-07-2014 |
20140216597 | FILLING MACHINE AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A FILLING MACHINE - A filling machine for filling containers includes a rotor, a transport element, a vertical machine axis, and filling positions, each of which comprises a filling element, a container support, and a closure element, and a common actuating drive for all closure elements of the filling machine. The transport element revolves on the rotor about the machine axis. The filling positions are on the transport element. The closure element is a rinsing cap or a rinsing sleeve. Each closure element is movable by the common actuating drive between a parking position and a working position. In the parking position, the closure element is within a movement path of the filling elements. In the working position, the closure element is coaxial with the associated filling element and below the filling element. | 08-07-2014 |
20140216598 | STERILE SAMPLING METHODS AND APPARATUS - An apparatus and method that allow multiple samples of a liquid in a primary container (here called a ‘pouch’) to be taken with minimal danger of contaminating the liquid in the container during the sampling process are disclosed. In an embodiment, a closed sterile sight chamber is connected with the pouch in a sterile manner to allow fluid to flow into the chamber white at the same time allowing air within the chamber to be displaced through a bacterial fitter to atmosphere. The connection between the sight chamber and the pouch is then terminated (severed or closed), isolating the pouch from the sampling apparatus. Only then are samples of liquid withdrawn from the sight chamber, while allowing air to flow into the chamber through the bacterial filter. | 08-07-2014 |
20140238528 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR THE MULTIPLE FILLING OF HIGH-VISCOSITY MATERIALS - The invention relates to a filling device ( | 08-28-2014 |
20140238529 | Apparatus And Method For A Portable Fuel Supply For A Vehicle - An improved apparatus and method provide a portable fuel supply for a vehicle. The apparatus comprises a vessel that is a source of fuel and a conduit that is operatively connected with the vessel at one end. There is also a coupling pin arrangement connected with the vessel. The coupling pin arrangement comprises a coupling pin and is mutually engageable with a fifth wheel coupling device. An end opposite the one end of the conduit operatively connects with a fuel system of the vehicle such that the vessel is in fluid communication with the fuel system and the vehicle operates with the fuel from the vessel. | 08-28-2014 |
20140238530 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTAINING FLUID OR GAS RELEASED FROM A PIPE - An apparatus and method is provided for containing fluid or gas that is released when two adjoining sections of pipe are disconnected. The apparatus can comprise two or more arcuate sections hinged together to form a generally cylindrical or tubular containment chute that can be releasably enclosed around a pipe joint. Latching mechanisms can hold the apparatus around the pipe joint. The apparatus can have one or more sealing members at each end of the containment chute that engage the pipe above and below the pipe joint so that the pipe joint is completely enclosed and sealed off. A spout located on the sidewall of the apparatus allows fluid or gas that is released when the pipe joint is broken to flow from the apparatus through the spout into a hose connected to the spout, whereby the hose can divert the fluid or gas to a receptacle or container. | 08-28-2014 |
20140238531 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING A FILLING SYSTEM, AND THE FILLING SYSTEM - A method for filling containers with a fill of liquid material and solids using a container-filling machine having a tank, a filling element, a processing unit, a bypass pipe and pump, and an overflow pipe. The tank holds the fill. The filling element controls delivery of fill from the tank into the container. The processing unit provides the fill to the tank. The by-pass pipe connects to the filling element. The pump returns a residual quantity from the tank to the processing unit. The residual quantity is a quantity of one of the fill and a by-pass volume flow from the filling element. The overflow pipe returns an unneeded quantity of fill to the processing unit. The method includes, using a by-pass pump embodied as a displacement pump, actively drawing the residual quantity from the filling element or tank. | 08-28-2014 |
20140246116 | FRACTION COLLECTION APPARATUS - The invention relates to a fraction collector apparatus ( | 09-04-2014 |
20140251493 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISPLACING AN OPERATING ENVELOPE OF AN OFFLOADING SYSTEM IN AN OFFSHORE ENVIRONMENT - During an offloading operation between a first and a second body, an operating envelope of an offloading system can be displaced to compensate for a drifting movement of one of the bodies. By appropriately displacing the operating envelope, offloading operation can continue under safe conditions even though the working limit of the original operating envelope is breached due to the drifting movement of one of the bodies. | 09-11-2014 |
20140251494 | CUP SUPPORT AND DISPENSING DEVICE - The present invention discloses a cup support and a dispensing device that uses a cup support. The cup support is adapted to hold at least cups of two different diameters and sizes. The cup support and the dispensing device are adapted to detect the diameter and size of the cup, and enable that when a diluent jet is injected into the cup, the jet is oriented to impact onto a predetermined position on a sidewall of the cup. The orientation of the jet achieves an effective dissolution of food ingredient in the cup by the injected diluent. The dispensing device is designed to move the cup support in a horizontal and vertical direction, to rotate the cup support. The cup support is not directly actuated, but is fitted into movable and rotatable holding means, from which it can be easily dismantled to be cleaned. The cup support comprises a plug element comprising one protusion. The dispensing device comprises a motor for vertically moving the cup support or the injection means. | 09-11-2014 |
20140261853 | BEVERAGE CARAFE LID OPEN/CLOSED DETECTION AND SYSTEM CONTROL - A beverage forming method and system in which a carafe is positionable at a carafe receiving area of a beverage forming machine with a lid of the carafe in an open position or a closed position. The carafe may be positioned at the carafe receiving area in any one of multiple rotational positions within a range of 45 to 180 degrees, and the machine may detect whether the lid is open or not for any of the rotational positions. Beverage forming is prevented if the lid is detected to be closed, allowing the carafe to be safely stored on the machine regardless of lid position. | 09-18-2014 |
20140261854 | BAG IN BOX DISPENSING CONTAINER - A bag-in-box dispensing system includes a box with a facing. A bag having a spout is placed with the box. A removable extension hose and a connector having snap wings for securing the extension hose to the spout is also provided. A bag-in-box dispensing system is also provided that includes a box with a facing configured with a removable flap. A bag with a spout containing a liquid inside said box is positioned within the box and a spout retracted under the removable flap. A removable extension hose is placed in the interior of the box for direct coupling to the spout or via a connector. A process of filling a vehicle DEF tank with diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) from the box is also provided. | 09-18-2014 |
20140261855 | FILLING SYSTEMS FOR BONE DELIVERY DEVICES - A filling system for delivery of at least one substance to a covering is provided. The filling system comprises at least a funnel shaped container and a plunger. The funnel shaped container includes a scoop portion connected to a hollow barrel. The barrel is configured for insertion into the covering, the plunger adapted for pushing the at least one substance down the hollow barrel into the covering. The filling system can also include a spatula. A kit including a funnel shaped container, a plunger adapted to push a substance down the barrel of the funnel shaped container, a spatula, a retainer for keeping the kit elements in place and trays for protecting them from the environment are also provided. A method of use utilizing the filling system is also provided. | 09-18-2014 |
20140261856 | Mobile Self-Service Credit Card-Based Fueling Metering Platform and Method - A portable self-serve fuel metering system that may be coupled to a standard portable storage tank or tanker truck, which eliminates for specialized equipment on the tank or tanker truck and the need for underground storage tanks. The invention provides a self-service mobile fueling metering system to be used in collaboration with a standard mobile fueling tank (e.g. a mobile fuel tank or tanker truck). The fuel would be accessible any time a user desires and would not require an attendant be present. The invention provides a cost effective and simple way to provide customers fuel at any time, in a location of your choosing. By using portable tanks or tanker trucks, the invention eliminates the possibility of environmental leaks and spills. | 09-18-2014 |
20140261857 | FLAVOR AND PORTION CONTROLLER - An example method for analyzing data in a collaborative network in accordance with the present disclosure is receiving a configuration of a divider, the divider being placed in a container, identifying a number of compartments in the container based on the configuration of the divider, determining a size for each compartment in the container based on the configuration of the divider, and storing a portion size for each food product based on the size of each compartment. | 09-18-2014 |
20140261858 | Method for Managing Orders and Dispensing Beverages - A method for managing orders and dispensing products into a container. The method may include the steps of prompting a user selection of a product type at an order entry station, printing indicia on the container indicating at least the product type selected, reading the indicia at a product dispensing station, and dispensing the product type selected into the container. | 09-18-2014 |
20140283945 | LOADING VIALS - Vials for loading a fluid system are provided. The illustrative vials are configured to minimize air bubbles from being transferred into the fluid system. Certain vial embodiments are provided with filters to allow microbes to pass into the fluidic system, while retaining larger particulate matter. | 09-25-2014 |
20140290787 | FUEL TRANSFER SYSTEM - A fuel transfer system for use with a motor vehicle includes a stationary module configured for permanent installation in the motor vehicle and a portable module configured for a detachable connection to the stationary module. The stationary module has a fuel fitting arranged in fluid communication with the fuel line between the fuel sending unit and the engine, a first fuel conduit connected to the fuel fitting and to a first transfer connector. A first normally closed valve is arranged in the first transfer connector. The first transfer connector is configured to be secured to a motor vehicle, for example next to a fill neck behind a filler door of the vehicle. The portable module has a second fuel conduit having a second transfer connector on one of two ends and a fueling nozzle connected to the other one of the two ends of the second fuel conduit. | 10-02-2014 |
20140290788 | METHOD FOR FILLING A MULTITUBE CATALYTIC REACTOR - The present invention relates to a method for filling a multitube catalytic reactor and to a set of inserts suited to implementing this method. | 10-02-2014 |
20140299221 | FLUID TRANSFER DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE - Fluid transfer systems are disclosed that can be configured to transfer precise amounts of fluid from a source container to a target container. The fluid transfer system can have multiple fluid transfer stations for transferring fluids into multiple target containers or for combining different types of fluids into a single target container to form a mixture. The fluid transfer system can include a pump and a destination sensor, such as a weight sensor. The fluid transfer system can be configured to flush remaining fluid out of a connector to reduce waste, using air or a flushing fluid. | 10-09-2014 |
20140299222 | Fuel Dispenser Flow Meter Fraud Detection and Prevention - A method of conducting a fueling transaction at a fuel dispenser. The fuel dispenser includes a flow meter operatively connected to internal fuel flow piping. The method comprises the step of providing a displacement sensor for generating information representative of an amount of fuel delivered through the flow meter. The displacement sensor comprises at least one transponder operatively connected to the flow meter. The method also comprises providing at least one interrogator electronics configured for remote electronic communication with the at least one transponder and authorizing the fueling transaction. Finally, the method comprises communicating with the at least one transponder using the at least one interrogator electronics during the fueling transaction. Fuel dispensers and flow meter assemblies comprising displacement sensors having transponders and/or capacitive sensing elements are also disclosed. | 10-09-2014 |
20140305537 | Fueling Station - Conventional fueling station has an intrinsic limitation of congested traffic flow, leading to under utilization of fuel dispensers and causing long waiting lines. This invention discloses a novel structure of a fueling station and the method of improving the traffic flow in the fueling station. The disclosed fueling station comprises a passage for entrance, a passage for exit, at least a sequence of two or more fuel dispensers arranged sequentially between said passage for entrance and said passage for exit, wherein each fuel dispenser has at least one fueling space, and said fueling space is configured to enable a vehicle to move into and out of said fueling space without being hindered by another vehicle at a different fueling space. | 10-16-2014 |
20140305538 | AUTOMATED TIRE INFLATION APPARATUS - An apparatus for inflating a tire including a base and a tire inflation line coupled with a pressure sensor. An air blast assembly includes a blast line fluidly coupled to a blast nozzle located on the base and configured to receive and direct pressurized gas from the blast line when the blast nozzle is in an air blast position relative to a tire and wheel assembly supported on the base. A device controller can monitor the pressure of a tire and wheel assembly and sense whether an effective tire bead seal has been formed. The device controller can generate a blast signal when no seal has been formed. A gas flow controller coupled to the air blast assembly and the device controller can be responsive to the blast signal to cause a blast of pressurized gas to be released from the blast nozzle to create an effective tire bead seal. | 10-16-2014 |
20140305539 | METHOD OF DRAINING A FLUID TANK IN A FLUID SEPARATION SYSTEM - A method of draining at least one liquid collector in a system for separating and collecting liquid contained in gas from a reservoir, wherein the liquid collector is connected to an outlet from a compressor, and a recirculation circuit between the outlet of the compressor and an inlet from the reservoir to a liquid separator to which the one liquid collector is connected downstream thereof, and which outlet is connected downstream to a transport pipe. The method comprises raising the pressure of the liquid in the e liquid collector to a higher pressure than the pressure in the inlet pipe or the transport pipe, and draining the liquid in the liquid collector upstream either to the inlet pipe or directly to the liquid separator via a first drain line, or alternatively downstream to the transport pipe via a second drain line. | 10-16-2014 |
20140311617 | CONTROLLED NON-CLASSIFIED FILLING DEVICE AND METHOD - An injection member penetrates an elastic septum of a device defining a sealed, empty, sterile chamber in fluid communication with the septum. During penetrating, an annular interface is formed between the septum and the injection member extending axially between a penetration point on an interior surface of the septum in fluid communication with the sterile chamber, and an exterior surface of the septum engaging the injection member. The injection member is de-contaminated by (i) friction between the septum and injection member at the annular interface, and (ii) elongation of the septum at the annular interface. A substance is introduced through the injection member and into the sterile chamber of the device, the injection member is then withdrawn from the septum, the septum reseals itself at the resulting penetration aperture, and the chamber is maintained sterile throughout the foregoing steps. | 10-23-2014 |
20140311618 | Method and Structure for Prevention of Incorrect Fueling Operations - A method and structure are described for preventing the accidental introduction of an incorrect liquid into a tank, such as the introduction of gasoline into the fuel system of a diesel-powered vehicle. In a first embodiment, the entrance to a fill tube of a diesel-powered vehicle is configured with a sensor ring. When an incorrect fueling operation is attempted, such as the introduction of gasoline into the fuel tank of a diesel-powered vehicle, at least one but fewer than all of displaceable mechanical elements are displaced, and the sensor ring alerts the operator visually and/or audibly before fueling starts, thereby preventing incorrect fueling. | 10-23-2014 |
20140311619 | FUEL FILLER GUN WITH ADVERTISEMENT DISPLAY SCREEN AND ENERGY SUPPLY - The invention relates to a retrofit kit for a filler gun or a filler gun of a fuel pump with an integrated generator for generating electric energy. The retrofit kit or the filler gun contains: a sensor device which is equipped to detect a fueling process of the filler gun; a reproduction device which is equipped to reproduce information; and an electric energy source which supplies the reproduction device with electric energy on the basis of the detection of the fueling process. | 10-23-2014 |
20140318665 | Container Coupler For Transferring Viscous Fluids - A container coupler for either transferring viscous fluids or holding a vessel upside down includes an engaging portion for encircling the mouth of a lower vessel and an aperture for engaging an upper vessel. A conical surface surrounding the aperture causes fluid spilled on the coupler to travel to the aperture and into the lower vessel. With the upper vessel engaged on the coupler, a portion of the upper vessel is disposed below the mouth of, and within the lower vessel to add stability, prevent leakage and decrease the height of the stacked vessels. | 10-30-2014 |
20140318666 | FLUID TRANSFER HOSE MANIPULATOR AND METHOD OF TRANSFERRING A FLUID - A fluid transfer hose manipulator is presented having an articulated arm having a plurality of arm sections. A first arm section of the plurality of arm sections and a second arm section of the plurality of arm sections are connected to each other by a first pivot joint. A base supports the first arm section. At least one flexible hose for fluid transfer extends movably along at least the first and second arm sections, and is directed and supported by at least two hose guides. At least one hose tensioner is in contact with the flexible hose to adjust the tension on the at least one flexible hose. | 10-30-2014 |
20140326359 | MODULAR HOLLOW BLOCK STRUCTURE - A modular hollow block structure ( | 11-06-2014 |
20140332112 | Microfluidic Transfer Pins - A liquid dispenser for a microfluidic assay system is described. The dispenser includes at least one transfer pin for transferring a microfluidic sample of liquid to a target receptacle. A pin tip at one end of the transfer pin is structured to cooperate with an opening in the target receptacle. The tip uses a high voltage potential to transfer the sample from the pin to the receptacle. | 11-13-2014 |
20140332113 | Fluid Transfer Assembly and Methods of Fluid Transfer - A fluid dispensing assembly, including a valve, a housing, a user interface, and a fitting to couple to a fluid source. The valve may include a first sensor detecting proper placement of the fluid container based on a magnetic material positioned at the bottom of the fluid container, a plunger having a plunger shaft coupled thereto, the plunger selectively placing the valve in fluid communication with the fluid container, and a solenoid coupled to the plunger shaft and moving the plunger shaft to transition the plunger between an open position and a closed position. The user interface may be coupled to the valve to enable selection of at least a fluid container size and a dispensing mode. | 11-13-2014 |
20140352839 | POURING DEVICE WITH SCOOPING AND POURING FUNCTIONS - An embodiment of a pouring device includes a storage section having a fill opening, a storage cavity, and a wall formed with a passage extending between an inner surface of the wall and an outer surface of the wall, includes a guide unit attached to the storage section, and includes a sliding unit configured to block the storage cavity, wherein the passage is configured to receive the sliding unit horizontally as it is moved along a first axis. | 12-04-2014 |
20140373968 | Filling Device and Controller for Filling an Administration Container - A filling device is described which is configured to control the process of filling a medical or therapeutic fluid from a supply container containing the medical or therapeutic fluid into an administration container that is in fluid connection with the supply container. The filling device includes a volume control system configured to control the volume of the administration container and a pressure detection system configured to detect a pressure value related to the pressure inside the supply container. The filling device is further configured to perform the process steps of filling the administration container by: directing the volume control system to decrease the volume of the administration container, directing the pressure detection system to detect a pressure value, and directing the volume control system to increase the volume of the administration container if an increase criterion depending on the pressure value is fulfilled. | 12-25-2014 |
20150013822 | FUEL ADDITIVE BOTTLE FOR USE WITH CAPLESS FUEL SYSTEM - A fuel additive bottle has a neck and thread pattern that allows insertion into a capless fuel system so the bottle's contents can be poured by gravity into a fuel tank. The neck of the bottle is elongated and has a diameter of approximately 0.854″, and the novel thread pattern includes thread interruptions that form at least one threadless path. In use, the spring loaded tabs of a capless fuel system are depressed by the threadless path portion of bottle, thereby triggering the self-sealing mechanism to open, so the fluid receiving aperture is exposed. The use of the threadless paths facilitates the safe and easy entry and removal of the bottle from the capless fuel system. | 01-15-2015 |
20150013823 | Dispensing Device For Maintaining Carbonation In Container - A dispensing device for dispensing carbonated beverage from a bottle having a screw-on cap, includes a body having a cap-engaging aperture, the cap-engaging aperture having able to engage the screw-on cap of the bottle to unscrew the cap in a bottle-inverted orientation for dispensing. According to one embodiment, the body comprises a concave member with a concave side and a convex side and having the cap-engaging aperture in a central region thereof, the concave side providing a collection area for beverage dispensed from the bottle and the concave member having at least one through opening for draining the beverage from the curved member. An alternate embodiment provides a handled dispensing device. A further embodiment provides a concave member that is formed with or fixed to the bottle cap. | 01-15-2015 |
20150013824 | FUEL CAN ADAPTER - A fuel can adapter is designed to be used with a fuel can having a neck that is internally and externally threaded. The fuel can adapter includes a plate having external threads for engaging internal threads of the neck, the plate including a hole. The adapter includes a sliding tube mounted to slide within the hole in the plate. The adapter includes an elbow mounted at an upper end of the tube, the elbow including an outlet. The adapter further includes a protrusion extending from the plate beside the hole. The elbow bears against the protrusion to exert a torque on the plate that threads or unthreads the plate from the neck of the fuel can. | 01-15-2015 |
20150013825 | ZERO WASTE DOSING METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FILLING CONTAINERS OF LIQUIDS - Zero waste dosing method for filling containers of liquids which provides to use, at a delivery station of the liquid product, at least a volumetric pump with a rotor and stator, associated with a tank of the liquid to be introduced into said containers. | 01-15-2015 |
20150013826 | Filling Device - The invention relates to a device for filling a tank with a liquid medium, in particular a urea solution, comprising a filling pipe and comprising a suction channel for removing air from the tank. The invention is characterized in that at least one air guiding element is provided inside the suction channel, said air guiding element being designed to deflect the air transversely to the longitudinal axis of the filling pipe. | 01-15-2015 |
20150027584 | FILL TUBE WITH POP-UP POURING ASSISTANCE ASSEMBLY - An assembly for assisting with the pouring of fluid includes, among other aspects, a fill tube and a pop-up component disposed at least partially within the fill tube. The pop-up component assists with directing poured fluid into the fill tube. | 01-29-2015 |
20150034207 | MACHINE AND METHOD FOR FILLING PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT CONTAINERS - A process for filling pharmaceutical product containers in a container filling machine with the stages of: filling the container with the corresponding pharmaceutical substance through filling means in a filling station of the filling machine, weighing the filled container in a filled container weighing station to confirm that the quantity of pharmaceutical substance with which the container has been filled lies within the desired range, in which when the quantity of pharmaceutical substance with which the container has been filled lies outside the desired range the filling means are moved to the filled container weighing station and the container is topped up with a quantity such that the total substance placed in the container in the two stages lies within the desired range. | 02-05-2015 |
20150041019 | FUELING GAME DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - A game of accuracy and method for playing the same at a fuel pump comprising one or more players dispensing fuel or energy with the object of stopping the fuel pump's metering mechanism at a predetermined value. Exemplary embodiments of the game comprise a fuel pump, a metering mechanism for measuring the quantity of fuel or energy dispensed, a controller coupled with the fuel pump for starting and stopping the flow of fuel or energy therethrough, and a processor in communication with the metering mechanism. The method of playing comprises selecting a goal outcome, one or more players dispensing fuel or energy with the object of dispensing an amount of fuel or energy that corresponds with the goal outcome, and providing the one or more players with a prize in the event the amount of fuel or energy dispensed corresponds with the goal outcome. | 02-12-2015 |
20150047737 | Tire Repair Fluid Container Packaging Box And Method Of Injecting Tire Repair Fluid - A packaging box is provided for individually packaging a container for tire repair fluid. The box has six outer walls that surround the container. A container holder for holding the container upright is provided in any one of the outer walls. The container holderholder is formed by deforming the outer wall. The container is removed from the packaging box, the outer wall of the packaging box is deformed to form the container holder. The container holder is used to hold the container upright. A first hose is connected between a tire valve of a wheel on which a pneumatic tire is mounted and an outlet of the container. A second hose is connected between an inlet of the container and an air compressor. The air compressor is operable to inject the tire repair fluid in the container into the pneumatic tire using the pressure of compressed air. | 02-19-2015 |
20150047738 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF AUTOMATICALLY ENDING THE FILLING OF A GAS TRANSPORT MODULE OR OTHER GAS TRANSPORT - Processes and systems are described, which provide important advantages in filling gas storage vessels, such as gas cylinders for the transport of compressed natural gas (CNG). For example, the flow of gas from the fill station may be terminated safely, using an auto-fill shut-off mechanism, without the risk of exceeding vessel pressure ratings and overall reduced risk of operator error. The automatic termination of flow can occur at a preselected pressure that may, for example, be set at a fixed value, or may otherwise be adjusted based on the local temperature at the time of the fill. | 02-19-2015 |
20150053302 | DISPENSER WITH VESSEL IDENTIFICATION - A refrigeration apparatus includes a dispenser for dispensing water or ice into a receiver vessel. The dispenser includes a dispense command input for receiving a dispense command from a user and a code reader for interpreting an identification code associated with the receiver vessel. At least one controller is operatively connected to the dispense command input to receive the dispense command, and to the code reader to receive a vessel identification based on the interpreted identification code. The at least one controller controls the dispensing. A memory is configured to store the vessel identification in association with a usage parameter for the vessel. The at least one controller determines whether water/ice has been previously dispensed into the receiver vessel. When the at least one controller has determined that water/ice has not been previously dispensed into the receiver vessel, the at least one controller causes the usage parameter to be stored in the memory, in association with the vessel identification, based on the dispense command received from the user. | 02-26-2015 |
20150053303 | DISPENSER WITH HOLDING SYSTEM FOR RECEPTACLES OF DIFFERENT SIZES - The invention concerns a beverage dispenser ( | 02-26-2015 |
20150053304 | DYNAMIC VARIABLE FUEL OPTIMIZATION SYSTEM - Present invention optimizes utilization of different fuels in various single and multi-fueled engines. The fuel system and optimization controller links fuel properties (physical, reactionary, combustion etc.) to on-board computer systems during the refueling process. This link enables fuel and additive producers an opportunity to optimize combustion parameters of their proprietary fuel blends to increase performance, fuel efficiencies and reduce emissions. | 02-26-2015 |
20150059917 | MATERIAL TRANSFER SYSTEM AND METHOD OF TRANSFERRING MATERIAL - The material transfer system and method of transferring materials comprises provides improved connectors that overcome the deficiencies of the connectors currently used. The connector and method of connecting of the present invention comprises a fool-proof method of connecting and a method of ensuring the safe and accurate transfer of materials. The connector of the present invention provides a plurality of male and female connector portions in a plurality of geometric shapes and colors and specific key components that prevent the delivery of and mixing of incorrect and incompatible materials. The connectors of the present invention are shaped differently from any connectors currently available on the market. Each geometric shape corresponds to a general class of chemicals. One embodiment of the present invention connector is a color coded element according to the shape, size, and configuration of the connector and the material the connector is intended to transfer. The connector comprises a seal or “O” ring disposed on the connector that is chemically and mechanically compatible with the material being transferred. A marking or label that describes the material to be transferred is disposedly attached to the connector to improve safety and accuracy of the method of transfer of the material. | 03-05-2015 |
20150075671 | APPORTIONING APPARATUS FOR A MACHINE IN THE TOBACCO PROCESSING INDUSTRY - Apportioning apparatus for apportioning moist cut or ground tobacco material with moisture content of at least 35%. Apportioning apparatus includes metering unit; weighing cell; and control unit coupled via a first data link to the metering unit and via a second data link to weighing cell. Metering unit is configured to add a predetermined portion of tobacco material to a receptacle, and metering unit and weighing cell are arranged relative to each other such that, while receptacle is being filled by metering unit, a weight of the added tobacco material is detected by weighing cell, and data relative to the detected weight is communicated via first data link to the control unit. Control unit is configured to control metering unit via second data link on the basis of received data relative to weight of added tobacco material such that a predetermined portion of tobacco material is added to receptacle. | 03-19-2015 |
20150090363 | LIQUID TRANSPORTATION - A liquid transportation system includes a loading station where a liquid is loaded into a container of a delivery vehicle, and a drop off location where the delivery vehicle transfers the liquid into a storage tank. The storage tank includes a tank marker including a first identification device that generates a first signal. The first signal identifies a type of liquid to be stored in the storage tank. The delivery vehicle includes a product marker having a control system and a second identification device. The second identification device identifies a type of liquid contained in the container. The control system receives the first signal and the second signal and determines whether the type of the liquid stored in the container is the same as the type of liquid to be stored in the storage tank. | 04-02-2015 |
20150096644 | OIL POURER WITH MOVABLE FUNNEL SECTION - An oil pourer includes a spout shell that is configured to be connected with a bottle of culinary oil and a collapsible funnel section connected with the spout shell and moveable with respect to the spout shell between an open position and a closed position. When the funnel section is in the open position, the funnel section and the spout shell define an oil-filling opening. When the funnel section is in the closed position, the funnel section seals against the spout shell to close the oil-filling opening. A method of using an oil pourer is also disclosed. | 04-09-2015 |
20150107717 | CATALYST LOADING TOOL - There is provided a loading tray for loading particulate material into a catalytic reactor comprising an upper tubesheet and an array of reaction tubes extending downward from the tubesheet; wherein the loading tray comprises: a loading template comprising one or more loading openings; one or more supports for spacing the loading template above the tube-sheet to form a volume between the loading template and the upper tube-sheet; and a vacuum outlet for application of suction to the volume between the loading template and the upper tubesheet. | 04-23-2015 |
20150114513 | adapter assembly and a process for supplying a sterilant to a packaging system for cleaning and filling of packages - An adapter assembly and a process for supplying a sterilant to a packaging system for cleaning and filling of packages. Specifically, an adapter assembly for directly supplying a sterilant, such as hydrogen peroxide, from a packaging container, such as a blow-molded tight-head plastic packaging container, to the packaging system without using any intermediate carrier, such as a carboy. | 04-30-2015 |
20150114514 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WEIGHT FILLING CONTAINER ON A CONVEYOR - A method of filling by weight containers having respective bottoms standing on a conveyor. The method comprises the steps of:
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20150114515 | LIQUID FILLER USING SINGLE MOTIVE FORCE - A dosing method and apparatus for filling containers in an automatic in-line or linear liquid filling machine where a single positive displacement dosing apparatus produces a repeatable volumetric or net weight master dose which is precisely subdivided hydraulically into a plurality of equal and repeatable subdoses. Each equal subdose synchronously fills a container such that with each dosing apparatus cycle all containers are simultaneously and equally filled. A precision dose control is located in each subdose flow branch. | 04-30-2015 |
20150122369 | DEVICE FOR CONNECTING OR FILLING AND METHOD - A valve comprises a shell, a flexible valve member sealingly mounted within the shell, and a valve body mounted atop the flexible valve member within the shell. The flexible member is moveable between closed and open positions to allow the flow of fluid therethrough. The valve is engageable with a filling device having flow ports and a surrounding closure. The closure and/or the shaft is movable between (i) a first position wherein the closure closes the port(s), and (ii) a second position opening the port(s). Alternatively, the valve may comprise a portion of a female connector and the filling device may comprise a portion of a male connector to form an aseptic fluid connector for the aseptic transfer of fluid therethrough. | 05-07-2015 |
20150291294 | System, Apparatus, and Method of Efficiently Transferring Material from a Container to a Cartridge - In an embodiment, an apparatus includes a body comprising an inner body wall and an outer body wall centered about a longitudinal axis. The inner body wall and the outer body wall form a ridge at a first end of the body, and the ridge is configured to receive a force applied to the apparatus. The apparatus includes a base at a second end of the body. The base includes a flange configured to form a seal against a container wall and an aperture centered about the longitudinal axis. The base is centered about the longitudinal axis. The apparatus includes an inlet protruding from the base in a direction towards the first end of the body, and the inlet is configured to secure the apparatus to a nozzle of a cartridge. The apparatus is configured to force a material into the cartridge in response to the force applied to the apparatus. | 10-15-2015 |
20150291408 | FUEL SURGE ARRESTOR - A fuel surge arrestor can include a funnel shaped to fit within a fuel fill receptacle of a craft. The funnel can have a nozzle opening for accepting a fuel fill nozzle. A vent can be located at a top opening of the funnel. The vent can include a plurality of baffles that enable airflow within the vent while deterring heavy vapors and liquids from exiting the vent during a fuel surge. Various stems having different outer diameters designed to fit within various-sized fuel fill receptacles can be removably coupled to the funnel. | 10-15-2015 |
20150291821 | LOW VOC COLORANT COMPOSITIONS - An aqueous liquid colorant composition having a volatile organic content up to 50 g/l and suitable for colouring aqueous or solvent borne architectural coatings and basepaints comprising based on the total weight of the composition, i) from 1 to 26% of non-volatile organic liquid having a vapour pressure up to 1.3 N/m | 10-15-2015 |
20150297461 | PRESSURE-REGULATING VIAL ADAPTORS - In certain embodiments, a vial adaptor comprises a housing configured to couple the adaptor with a vial, an access channel, a regulator channel, and a regulator assembly. The access channel is configured to facilitate withdrawal of fluid from the vial when the adaptor is coupled to the vial. The regulator channel is configured to facilitate a flow of a regulating fluid from the regulator assembly to compensate for changes in volume of a medical fluid in the vial. In some embodiments, the regulator assembly includes a flexible member configured to expand and contract in accordance with changes in the volume of the medical fluid in the vial. In some embodiments, the flexible member is substantially free to expand and contract. In some embodiments, the flexible member is not partly or completely located in a rigid enclosure. | 10-22-2015 |
20150298384 | FUEL ADDITIVE BOTTLE FOR COMPATIBILITY WITH CAPLESS FUEL TANK - A bottle for dispensing fluids into a capless filler system, the bottle configured with an elongated smooth neck designed for insertion into a capless filler opening to actuate and displace one or more flapper seals when emptying the fluid into the capless filler. The bottle is sealed with a cap with a first set of screw threads that engages the neck at a top portion with a second set of screw threads on an interior surface of the top portion of the neck. The cap can be a child proof cap. The bottle can be made of plastic that is clear or opaque. | 10-22-2015 |
20150298460 | METHOD FOR INJECTING PRINTING MATERIAL, INJECTION KIT, AND INJECTION DEVICE - An injection method includes closing a communication port of a cartridge by a plug unit of an injection kit, and injecting a printing material into a printing material containing chamber of the cartridge through a printing material exit by an injection unit of the injection kit after closing the communication port. | 10-22-2015 |
20150298959 | Fuel Dispenser Management - Automated systems and processes may provide fuel dispenser management. In one aspect, a system for managing a fuel dispenser may include a dispenser manager, a display, a user input device, a fuel controller, and a management module at the fuel dispenser. The dispenser manager may be operable to control electronic functions of the fuel dispenser. The display may be coupled to the dispenser manager and operable to visually present fueling session data, and the user input device may also be coupled to the dispenser manager and operable to detect user indications during a fueling session. The fuel controller may be coupled to the dispenser manager and operable to control fuel flow operations. The management module may be associated with the dispenser manager and operable to generate operational commands for the dispenser manager. | 10-22-2015 |
20150300228 | REDUCTANT FILL SYSTEM - A method for delivering a reductant into a reductant tank through a fill conduit associated with the reductant tank is provided. The reductant tank is in selective fluid communication with an external source having a delivery conduit associated therewith. The method includes connecting the delivery conduit of the external source with the fill conduit of the reductant tank. The method also includes operating a valve provided on the delivery conduit in a first configuration. The method includes changing an operation of the valve from the first configuration to a second configuration. The method also includes purging of a portion of the reductant retained in the fill conduit into the external source through the pump assembly based on the second configuration of the valve. | 10-22-2015 |
20150306952 | FILL PIPE ANTI-SIPHON DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE - A device and method of use for a fill pipe anti-siphon device are described. The device and method of use are designed to provide a simple, reliable, cost-effective means to prevent theft of fuel or other liquids from holding tanks, such as a fuel tank on a semi-tractor trailer diesel truck, by siphoning. The device is a barrier which prevents insertion of a siphon hose or tube of suitable diameter to efficiently siphon fuel of other liquid from a tank. The barrier device allows for the simultaneous filling of a tank through a fill pipe neck while venting an from the tank at a sufficient rate to prevent or minimize backflow of fuel or other liquid during fueling or tank filling from the tank when using a high-flow fill nozzle. | 10-29-2015 |
20150308429 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TRANSPORTING VISCOUS MATERIAL - In a method for transporting nanofibrillar cellulose in the form of viscous liquid dispersion, the nanofibrillar cellulose is unloaded from a container ( | 10-29-2015 |
20150315010 | SELF DRAINING CHEMICAL TOTE SYSTEM STAND - A stand for supporting a tote is provided that includes a frame forming a rectangle or square with a front side, a back side, and a right and a left side. An elevated platform is supported on said frame. A set of three side rails above the platform is attached to along the back side, the right side and the left side. At least one swing gate swingable to expose the front side of said platform. A lifting mechanism adapted to tilt said platform toward the front side. A method of use is of the stand of also provided. | 11-05-2015 |
20150321782 | Dispensing Vessel and Method of Use - Disclosed is a disposable assembly for retaining and dispensing a powder into a bottle. The disposable assembly includes a vessel having a flared volume for retaining a powder with a neck having a slanted opening. A shear cap is affixed to the outside of the vessel neck and includes a hinged lid or flap at the shear cap distal end that covers the slated neck opening and a ledge at the shear cap proximal end for resting atop a bottle opening. A rib is located between said hinged lid and ledge having an outer diameter larger than the bottle opening. The cap rib mates with a like rib located about the mid-section of the vessel neck. The cap rib is squeezed by the bottle opening, which likewise squeezes the vessel neck rib, for shearing open the hinged lid with consequent release of powder retained in the flared vessel. | 11-12-2015 |
20150321836 | RECEIVER FOR REDUCTANT TANK - A receiver is disclosed. The receiver includes a housing. The housing defines a fluid inlet and a fluid outlet. The fluid inlet and the fluid outlet are positioned at opposing ends of the housing. The receiver also includes a piston. The piston includes a head portion positioned at the fluid inlet. The piston also includes a rod portion. The rod portion extends from the head portion towards the fluid outlet. The receiver further includes a plate positioned within the housing and surrounding the rod portion. The plate includes through holes provided therein. The receiver includes a spring mounted on the rod portion. The spring is configured to bias a movement of the piston with respect to the housing. Further, the plate and the head portion of the piston define an adjustable volume therebetween. The volume is adjusted based on the movement of the piston with respect to the housing. | 11-12-2015 |
20150329347 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR RECEPTACLE AUTO FILL USING INDUCTIVE SENSING - Systems and methods for receptacle auto fill using inductive sensing are provided. One example system includes a dispensing system capable of dispensing liquid. The system includes a sensor. The sensor includes a coil positioned adjacent to a dispensing area of the dispensing system. The system includes a receptacle capable of holding a volume of liquid. The system includes a floating object positioned within the receptacle and permitted to move upwards and downwards based on a liquid fill level of the receptacle. The floating object includes a conductive strip providing a first impedance at a first vertical position of the strip and a second impedance at a second vertical position of the strip. The first impedance is different than the second impedance. The system includes a controller configured to control the dispensing system based at least in part on an amount of inductance exhibited between the coil and the conductive strip. | 11-19-2015 |
20150329349 | FUEL DISPENSER SYSTEM WITH SEALED PARTITION PART - A fuel dispenser system is provided including a partition part to separate a fuel dispensing unit from at least one electrically powered component. The partition part can be configured and arranged to seal the at least one electrically powered component from exposure to gas vapors emitted from the fuel dispensing unit. The fuel dispenser unit can include a fuel dispensing nozzle and a hydraulic component. The system can include additional fuel dispensing units. The fuel dispensing nozzle can be configured to dispense CNG, and the additional fuel dispensing nozzle can be configured to dispense CNG or another type of fuel. The at least one electrically powered component may include a transaction terminal. | 11-19-2015 |
20150335532 | MACHINE FOR PREPARING SUBSTANCES FOR INTRAVENOUS APPLICATION - A machine for preparing substances for intravenous application includes: an initial container reception zone, a final container reception zone and a substance transfer circuit which includes a set of substance extraction devices, each of which is connected to a flexible tube connected to a device for introducing a substance into the final container by means of a peristaltic pump. The initial container reception zone and the vector of extraction devices are capable of relative movement along a horizontal axis and/or the final container reception zone and the vector of introduction devices are capable of relative movement along a horizontal axis. | 11-26-2015 |
20150343404 | SYSTEM FOR DENSE LOADING OF CATALYST INTO BAYONET TUBES FOR A STEAM REFORMING EXCHANGER-REACTOR USING REMOVABLE HELICAL ELEMENTS - The present invention describes a device and a method for dense and homogeneous loading of catalyst into the annular space of bayonet tubes employed in a steam reforming reactor, said device being constituted by a series of removable helical elements. | 12-03-2015 |
20150345708 | VORTEX FILL - Improved methods, systems, and devices for filling fuel tanks, particularly compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel tanks, are provided. Such methods, systems, and devices enhance heat rejection when the fuel tank is being filled to a temperature lower than that if such methods, systems, and devices were not used. Pressure sensor logic on a fuel station will be less prone to error in gauging the mass of the fuel in the tank, enabling the tank to be filled more accurately and fully. To enhance heat rejection, the fuel tank may be provided with a heat sink to passively facilitate heat transfer from the fuel tank interior to the exterior. Alternatively or in combination, the fuel tank can be provided with a fuel flow channel through which fuel from the fuel tank interior is circulated. The fuel flow channel can be actively cooled with a fan or water cooling system. | 12-03-2015 |
20150352013 | NEEDLE KIT - Asceptic transfer through a needle penetrating a septum is accomplished by inserting an elongate inner tube through the needle and delivering a product fluid through the inner tube. Inner tube is desirably made from a polymer such as PTFE and product fluid does not contact the needle. | 12-10-2015 |
20150353340 | FUELING NOZZLE ADAPTER - A nozzle adapter for coupling a fueling nozzle to an underwing type servicing adapter having a radially outward extending tab and a notch formed in an open end thereof comprises an outer body including a neck portion having a first conduit formed therein and a substantially cylindrical cap portion, the cap portion including at least one slot formed therein. An inner body has a second conduit formed therein and is disposed within the cap portion of the outer body and an annular channel is formed between the cap portion and the inner body. The at least one tab is received in the at least one slot and a rotation of the nozzle adapter relative to the servicing adapter causes a first aperture configured to receive a locking device therein to be aligned with the at least one notch of the servicing adapter. | 12-10-2015 |
20150369087 | Centrifugal Process to Eliminate Air in High Pressure Chamber of Hydraulic Lash Adjuster - A method for adding fluid to an hydraulic lash adjuster (HLA) comprises the steps of placing the HLA in to a centrifuge, the centrifuge having a fluid container, placing a sufficient amount of a first fluid in the fluid container to fluidly communicate with at least one fluid port of the HLA, and spinning the HLA at a first speed sufficient to move the first fluid in to at least the second of two fluid chambers in the HLA. | 12-24-2015 |
20160000244 | FOAM REDUCING CONTAINER - A foam reducing container for reducing the level of foam created when pouring a carbonated liquid into the container. The foam reduction container generally includes the container body having sidewalls extending from a base and the sidewalls defining at least one impact sloped wall for receiving a beverage poured from a delivery system. | 01-07-2016 |
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20160016772 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR FILLING A CONTAINER WITH A FILL PRODUCT - Methods for filling a container with a fill product using a filler valve that can be opened steplessly and devices for determining an actual volume flow are described. A required volume flow is specified, wherein for a specified value of the required volume flow, the filler valve is controlled to adopt a pre-stored open position. The pre-stored open position is determined by a prior control process for the specified required volume flow. | 01-21-2016 |
20160016773 | METHOD FOR FILLING A CONTAINER WITH A FILL PRODUCT USING A PROPORTIONAL VALVE - Methods for filling a container with a fill product using a proportional valve are described. The method includes determining a function of the volume flow (q(t)) for a specified opening curve (H(t)) of the proportional valve or a specified required volume flow, and controlling the filling of the container based on the function of the volume flow (q(t)). | 01-21-2016 |
20160016775 | ROTARY FILLING APPARATUS AND METHODS - Embodiments of the invention include apparatus for filling containers and related methods. In an embodiment, the invention includes an apparatus for filling containers including a filler frame, a rotary turret assembly, a filler plenum assembly, piston assemblies, a cam track, and a fluid supply group. The cam track can include a first rising portion, a second rising portion, a first declining portion, a first flat portion, and a second declining portion. In some embodiments, the apparatus for filling containers can include a sensor and a lever actuator. The piston assemblies can move up and down within the plurality of hollow columns and can include a piston body, and a top hat assembly. The top hat assembly can include a cam contact member and a release lever. The top hat assembly can be configured to releasably engage the top of the piston body in some embodiments. The release lever can allow the piston body and the top hat assembly to release from one another when the release lever is engaged. In some embodiments, the apparatus for filling containers can include a container conveyor system including an infeed timing screw, a discharge timing screw, and a container elevation system. In an embodiments the apparatus can include a fluid supply group can include a liquid supply tank, a supply conduit, a reclaim trough, a reclaim conduit, a pump, a plenum return conduit, and a pumped return conduit. Other embodiments are included herein. | 01-21-2016 |
20160016781 | BULK COOKING OIL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM - Systems and methods for supplying fresh cooking oil to fryers and removing used cooking oil from the fryers of facilities. The systems and methods include utilizing one or more portable vehicles to carry fresh and used oil for delivery and collection to and from fryers in remote kitchens, or kitchens where hard piped oil lines are not preferred. Also provided are methods of delivering cooking oil to, and removing cooking oil from, the facility via one or more additional vehicles that travels between the facility and one or more depots. In one embodiment there is provided a bulk cooking oil distribution system having a bulk fresh cooking oil tank and a bulk used cooking oil tank. The system includes a fresh cooking oil tank and a used cooking oil tank, where these tanks are associated with a portable device for delivery and pickup of cooking oil in a facility. | 01-21-2016 |
20160016784 | METHOD AND STRUCTURE FOR PREVENTION OF INCORRECT FUELING OPERATIONS - A method and structure are described for preventing the accidental introduction of an incorrect liquid into a tank, such as the introduction of gasoline into the fuel system of a diesel-powered vehicle. In a first embodiment, the entrance to a fill tube of a diesel-powered vehicle is configured with a sensor ring. When an incorrect fueling operation is attempted, such as the introduction of gasoline into the fuel tank of a diesel-powered vehicle, at least one but fewer than all of displaceable mechanical elements are displaced, and the sensor ring alerts the operator visually and/or audibly before fueling starts, thereby preventing incorrect fueling. | 01-21-2016 |
20160021911 | FILLING UNIT AND METHOD FOR FILLING A CONFECTIONERY PRODUCT INTO A MOULD OR A CONTAINER - A filling unit and a method for filling a confectionery mass into a container or a mold includes a fill housing with a filling nozzle ( | 01-28-2016 |
20160023786 | CONTAINER FILLING APPARATUS AND METHOD - Apparatus and methods are provided for controlling flow of a flowable material. The flowable material passes from a product supply through one or more valves which are coupled to a controller. The controller is also coupled to one or more sensors operable to generate a signal indicating whether flowable product is present or not present at a specific level within a container. The controller is programmed to operate the valves based on signals received from the sensors. The sensors may be associated with the feed container and used to control metering of flowable product out of the feed container, or they may be associated with a container and used to control filling of the container with flowable product. | 01-28-2016 |
20160031697 | CATCH RELEASING CAPLESS FUEL-FILLER BOTTLE - Disclosed herein is a sealable bottle. The bottle includes a pouring spout portion which projects from the bottle and has an interior surface defining a fluid flow passage in communication with the interior volume of the bottle. The spout may have a length and diameter sufficient to activate filler neck closure members (e.g. flaps, valves, or other closure members). At least a portion of the spout may be devoid features which could compromise the operation of the closure mechanism in a fuel tank filler neck. The spout may include threads operable to engage a cap on the end of the spout. The threads may be separated by clearance features operable to avoid interference with a capless fuel system. | 02-04-2016 |
20160039548 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FILLING A VEHICLE COMPONENT WITH FLUID - A fluid fill system includes a fill nozzle having a head configured to be received in a reservoir of a vehicle component for filling the reservoir with a fluid and a fluid fill sensor system having an air hose coupled to the head. The fluid fill sensor system has a pressure sensor pneumatically sensing when the fill nozzle is properly seated with the vehicle component by sensing an increase in a pressure of the fluid fill sensor system. | 02-11-2016 |
20160052773 | Cooking Oil Delivery System and Method - A delivery system includes a transportation container for cooking oil carried by a delivery vehicle for filling a storage container located at a restaurant. A flexible conduit is temporarily connected between the transportation container and the storage container. The oil is pumped from the transportation container to the storage container. A pressure sensor, carried by the vehicle downstream the pump, monitors pressure in the storage container. A processor operates with the pressure sensor for determining a pressure level in the storage container and controls delivery of the oil for limiting a pressure level to a preselected value. The system waits a period of time and tests the pressure to allow the pressure in the storage container to equalize so that pressure in the conduit at the vehicle is the same as pressure in the storage container. The pressure level is used to establish the amount of cooking oil delivered. | 02-25-2016 |
20160068284 | Fluid Dispensing Apparatus With Pre-Heated Valve - A dispensing device that dispenses a predetermined volume of fluid into a receptacle has a valve that controls the flow of the fluid through the device. The valve is pre-heated to a calculated operating temperature before dispensing operations begin. Once the temperature of the valve reaches the calculated operating temperature, the device begins dispensing the fluid. The valve is maintained at that calculated temperature during dispensing operations. | 03-10-2016 |
20160068379 | INJECTION DEVICE FOR INJECTING A PRODUCT IN A CONTAINER OR A PREFORM - An injection device having an inlet, an outlet and a chamber extending between the inlet and the outlet. A piston divides the chamber into an upper chamber and a lower chamber. The piston is movable within the chamber and includes a body. The piston includes a shutter movable with respect to the body between a closed position, wherein the body and the shutter isolate the upper chamber from the lower chamber when the piston is moved in an injecting direction, and an open position, wherein the body and the shutter place the upper chamber in fluidic communication with the lower chamber when the piston is moved in a filling direction. | 03-10-2016 |
20160069351 | APPARATUS FOR TRANSPORTING A QUANTITY OF LOST CIRCULATION MATERIAL AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING SAME - A method for depositing a lost circulation material into a drilling fluid holding tank storing a quantity of lost circulation material in a storage receptacle at a well drilling site. A selected quantity of the lost circulation material is conveyed directly from the storage receptacle into the drilling fluid holding tank. A second end of a fluid port assembly is positioned in fluid communication with a fluid contained in the drilling fluid holding tank. The fluid is drawn from the drilling fluid holding tank through the fluid port assembly and discharged into the flexible exhaust hose and onto the lost circulation material. | 03-10-2016 |
20160083243 | Fuel Blending Hose and Fuel Dispensing Unit - A fuel hose for delivering multiple-grades of fuel is provided and in one embodiment includes a first hose portion having a first length and a first diameter, and a second hose portion having a second length and a second diameter. The first hose portion includes a first fuel line and a second fuel line, and the second hose portion includes a third fuel line. The first fuel line and the second fuel line can be fluidly connected to the third fuel line. In one embodiment, the first diameter of the first hose portion is larger than the second diameter of the second hose portion. The invention further relates to a fuel dispensing unit. | 03-24-2016 |
20160096720 | FUEL DISPENSING NOZZLE HAVING ATTITUDE SENSING ARRANGEMENT - An attitude sensing arrangement for triggering a shutoff mechanism on a fuel dispensing nozzle comprising a rolling element placed inside a non-cylindrical chamber that is sealed with a plug such that the rolling element may move freely inside the chamber. A vacuum sensing path passes from a sensing port in the nozzle spout, through a vacuum sensing tube, into the non-cylindrical chamber, and into a venturi-generated vacuum chamber. The attitude sensing arrangement is configured such that the rolling element blocks a shutoff port in the non-cylindrical chamber when the nozzle is raised past a certain shutoff angle. When the vacuum sensing path is blocked by the rolling element in this manner, the shutoff mechanism closes the main fuel valve. | 04-07-2016 |
20160113790 | COVER SLEEVE AND METHOD FOR LOADING MATERIAL INTO A STENT STRUT - An apparatus for loading material into a stent strut can comprise a cover sleeve. The cover sleeve is elastic so that it can reduce in diameter so as to press against the stent strut, and expand in diameter so as to be spaced apart from the stent strut. The stent strut can include a lumen into which material is injected. When pressed against the stent strut, the cover sleeve seals side openings to the lumen and prevents injected material from leaking out of the side openings during the injection process. | 04-28-2016 |
20160130078 | Bladder Systems for Dual Use of Truck Tanks - A system and method for reducing the number of tank trips needed to haul products to and from a work site. An example bladder system for a tank truck is presented wherein the tank can be filled for example with clean water for transport to the work site. Once emptied the bladder within the tanker can be filled with for example used and/or contaminated water for transport to a disposal/treatment facility. | 05-12-2016 |
20160137472 | MACHINE AND METHOD FOR FILLING CONTAINERS AND CLEANING METHOD - A filling machine includes a rotor, a rotor bearing that rotatably mounts the rotor on the machine-frame for rotation about a machine axis, and filling elements disposed on the rotor. Each filling element, together with a container carrier, defines a filling point. The machine includes a filling-material boiler arranged on the rotor and configured to rotate with the rotor, as well as a boiler-cover connected to the machine-frame and configured to not rotate with the rotor, and a seal. The seal seals a transition between the boiler cover and the filling-material boiler. | 05-19-2016 |
20160145089 | Valve Attachment, Filling Device, Filling Assembly, and Method for Filling a Container with Liquid and Draining Said Container of Liquid - The present invention relates to a valve attachment ( | 05-26-2016 |
20160159018 | Currency Operated Tire Inflation and Repair Apparatus and Methods - The present disclosure provides tire repair assemblies that can include: a tire sealant tank; an air assembly coupled to the tire sealant tank; a valve configured to control fluid communication between the tank and the air assembly; and a currency operating assembly configured to control the valve. Methods for repairing tires are also provided with the methods including providing tire sealant to a tire from a tire repair assembly upon depositing currency in the tire repair assembly. A stand alone currency operated tire repair assemblies are also provided with the assemblies including: a tire sealant tank; an air compressor operatively coupled to the tank; a valve operatively aligned between the tank and the air compressor; a flow meter operatively aligned between the tank and the air compressor; and computer processing circuitry operatively coupled to the air compressor, the valve, and the flow meter. | 06-09-2016 |
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