Secondary battery

A battery is provided with a battery cover having a first cover mold insert and a second cover mold insert which axe interchangeable in the cover prior to molding depending at least in part on the battery's polarity configuration. The first cover mold insert has a bushing that is relatively different in dimension, size and/or shape than the bushing of the second cover mold insert, such that each bushing is adapted to receive a cast-on-strap post of a relatively different dimension, size and/or shape. The first cover mold insert may also have a terminal that is relatively different in dimension, size and/or shape than the terminal of the second cover mold insert, such that each terminal is adapted to engage a formation connector contact of a relatively different dimension, size and/or shape.

Fine bubble generating apparatus

A fine bubble generating apparatus that efficiently generates fine bubbles on the nanometer level. A cylindrical member has a cylindrical inner peripheral surface, a first end wall member closing one end of the cylindrical member, and a second end wall member closing the other end of the cylindrical member. The cylindrical member and the first and second end wall members define a fluid swirling chamber. The cylindrical member has a fluid inlet hole at a position close to the second end wall member to supply a gas-liquid mixed fluid in the tangential direction of the peripheral surface of the fluid swirling chamber. The second end wall member has a fluid outlet hole extending therethrough along the center axis of the inner peripheral surface of the fluid swirling chamber. The gas-liquid mixed fluid is introduced into the fluid swirling chamber at a position close to the second end wall member.

Dispensing Device For A Liquid With Multifunction Nozzle

A trigger-operated dispensing device for a liquid comprising a tang () applied to the exit duct, a nozzle () applied to a tang, an insert () applied to the nozzle (), axially bound and rotatable around the dispensing axis (X), provided with two openings () for dispensing the liquid as a spray or as a foam. The insert () comprises an obturator (), shaped to close/open the device. 11. Dispensing head () for a liquid comprising:a) pumping means suitable for being activated manually, for example trigger-operated, to aspirate the liquid from a container and dispense it to the outside, comprising an exit duct extending along a dispensing axis (X);{'b': 30', '32', '36', '6, 'b) a nozzle () applied to the end section of the exit duct, comprising a front wall () having a through hole () eccentric to the dispensing axis (X), suitable for being placed in fluidic communication with the duct ();'}{'b': 60', '30', '62', '64', '36', '30, 'c) an insert () applied to the nozzle () bound axially and rotatable around the dispensing axis (X), fitted with at least two openings (, ) distanced angularly, suitable for being selectively placed in communication with the through hole () of the nozzle () by rotation of the insert;'}{'b': 60', '68', '32', '30', '36, 'wherein the insert () comprises an obturator () projecting axially to cross the front wall () of the nozzle (), said obturator being shaped so as to close/open fluidic communication between the exit duct and the through hole () for rotation of the insert.'}236626436. Head according to claim 1 , wherein the obturator is shaped so that when fluidic communication between the exit duct and the through hole () is open claim 1 , one of said apertures ( claim 1 , ) is in fluidic communication with said through hole ().368. Head according to claim 2 , wherein the obturator () is a protuberance projecting axially claim 2 , shaped externally by two partial circular and opposite surfaces in relation to the dispensing axis (X) claim 2 , and ...

THERMAL FOGGING DEVICE USING A LIQUID AND RELATED METHOD

The thermal fogging device using a liquid, comprises: 1. Device for hot fogging using a liquid , the device comprising:an assembly for producing a pressurised hot gas flow, having in particular a hot gas outlet,an ejection pipe having a hot gas inlet connected to the hot gas outlet of the production assembly and an ejection outlet for a liquid spray mist,a first liquid source,the means for injecting into the ejection pipe a metered liquid flow from the first liquid source,characterised in that the means for injecting the metered flow of liquid comprise a venturi device having a narrow cross section area so as to enable the suction of the metered liquid flow.2. Device according to claim 1 , characterised in that the venturi device includes a convergent section upstream of the narrow cross section area and a divergent section downstream from the narrow cross section area claim 1 , when considering the direction of flow of the stream of hot gas in the ejection pipe.3. Device according to claim 1 , characterised in that the diameter of the ejection pipe upstream of the venturi device is between mm and 25 mm claim 1 , preferably between 15 mm and 20 mm claim 1 , and even more preferably between 16 mm and 18 mm claim 1 , and in that the diameter of the narrow cross section area of the venturi device is between 1 mm and 20 mm.4. Device according to claim 1 , characterised in that:the assembly for producing a pressurised hot gas flow comprises a blower provided with a gas suction inlet and a pressurised gas discharge outlet and a heating device for the pressurised gas, having a cold gas inlet connected to the discharge outlet of the blower, and an outlet constituting the hot gas outlet,{'sup': 3', '3', '3', '3', '3, 'the flow rate of the blower varies between 20 Nm/h and 100 Nm/h, preferably between 40 Nm/h and 70 Nm/h, for example being equal to 60 Nm/h,'}{'sup': 5', '5', '5', '5, 'the blower has a pressure difference between discharge and suction of between 0.1 10Pa and 1 ...

Shower Soap Dispenser for Liquid Soaps

An improved shower soap dispenser for use with liquid soap, gels and body washes. It consists of a soap storage reservoir, main body containing control valves that intersects and connects directly to a conventional shower pipe and shower head. It mixes an adjustable amount of liquid soap with air into the flowing water. Its improved main valve, through incorporation of a truncated cone, provides greater vacuum and water flow to make it compatible with a wider range of water pressure and soap density and viscosity. The improved main valve also provides the capability for the user to clean out water passages of the dispenser without disassembly or removing any parts. 1. A soap dispenser for mixing a liquid soap from a soap reservoir , and air , into a flowing water stream from a pressurized water source , and for delivering water having entrained soap and air to an outlet , for ultimate delivery to the user , comprising:{'b': 7', '8', '14, 'claim-text': [{'b': 16', '7', '14, 'an inlet passage () communicating between the inlet () and the main valve cavity (),'}, {'b': 17', '14', '8, 'an outlet passage () communicating between the main valve cavity (), and the outlet ()'}, {'b': 20', '22, 'a soap supply valve cavity () having a soap supply valve seat (),'}, {'b': '28', 'an air supply valve cavity (),'}, {'b': 19', '14', '20', '20', '10, 'a soap supply passage () having a first section communicating between the main valve cavity () and the soap supply valve cavity () and having a second section communicating between the soap supply valve cavity () and the soap reservoir (), and'}, {'b': 34', '28', '19, 'an air supply passage () communicating between the air supply valve cavity () and the soap supply passage ();'}], 'a body, having an inlet (), an outlet (), and a main valve cavity () having an essentially circular cross section, and having{'b': 61', '14, 'claim-text': [{'b': 59', '63', '60', '59', '60', '59', '16', '60', '59', '59', '60', '59', '16', '60', '17', '59', ' ...

Foaming aerosol actuator and methods of making the same

An aerosol actuator and manifold for dispersing an aerosol product wherein the manifold includes one or more air vents to promote the foaming of an aerosol product dispersed from the aerosol actuator. In some embodiments, the one or more air vents may be positioned downstream of an orifice cup mounted on the orifice of the manifold.

Chemical Dispensing Apparatus

A chemical dispensing apparatus includes a housing that is connectable to a source of water, such as a standard garden house, and an internal space in which is disposed a rotatable container containing a quantity of chemical concentrate to be mixed with the source of water as it flows through the housing and is dispensed from the housing from a sprinkler head or misting nozzle. The flow of water through the housing powers a water turbine which is connected to the rotatable container, such that the container is rotated as water flows through the housing. In an alternative embodiment, the water turbine is replaced with an electric motor. Rotation of the container cause the chemical concentrate to dissolve which is then mixed with the water before it is dispensed through the sprinkler or mister. 1. A chemical dispensing apparatus for use in delivery of a treatment solution to a lawn , the apparatus comprising:a main fluid supply passage configured for connection to a pipe system carrying water under pressure;a housing including an internal cavity, an end having an opening into said internal cavity, a primary discharge port and a drain port;a fluid discharge passage connecting said primary discharge port;an internal fluid supply passage connecting said main fluid supply passage to said fluid discharge passagea drain passage connecting said internal cavity to said drain port;said internal cavity connected to said internal fluid supply passage to receive a portion of a fluid flowing through said internal fluid supply passage;a float valve disposed across said drain passage and across said internal fluid supply passage, said float valve including a float that is displaced by a fluid flow through said internal fluid supply passage from said main fluid supply passage from a first position where said drain passage is open and said internal fluid supply passage is sealed by said float to a second position where said internal fluid supply passage is open and said drain passage ...

Phenolic resin foam board, and method for manufacturing same

The present invention is a phenolic resin foam board having a thickness of 40 mm or more to 300 mm or less, when the phenolic resin foam board is sliced into n pieces (n≧5) at approximately equal intervals of 8 mm or more to 10 mm or less, a density of an n-th specimen is d n , an average density of n pieces of specimens is d ave , a lowest density among the densities of n pieces of specimens is d min , 0≦(d ave −d min )/d ave ≦0.12 is established, and when values for D i =(d i +d (i+1) )/2 are calculated, D i values are plotted and points corresponding to the D i values are connected, resulting in a density distribution curve, no straight line parallel to the horizontal axis intersects the density distribution curve at four points.

System and method for injecting a fluid additive into a fluid dispensation system

A method for operating a fluid additive control system to inject a fluid additive into a fluid dispensation system is provided. The method includes receiving a first control signal indicating that a fluid dispensation device within the fluid dispensation system is active, and determining a fluid additive quantity based upon the identity of the fluid dispensation device. The method also includes activating a fluid additive injection system, where the fluid additive dispensation system injects the fluid additive into the fluid dispensation system in response to the activation. The method further includes receiving a second control signal from the fluid additive injection system when the fluid additive quantity for the zone has been injected into the fluid dispensation system, and deactivating the fluid additive dispensation system in response to the second control

Blower to sprayer conversion

Apparatus for converting a powered air blower to a sprayer is disclosed. The apparatus comprises at least one discharge port terminating in a nozzle and at least one clamp, such as an alligator jaw. The clamp may open in a direction away from a direction of discharge from each nozzle. The clamp and the at least one discharge port may be mounted on a chassis having a configuration of a tube. A feed conduit is in fluid communication with each of the discharge port. Where there is more than one discharge port, the feed conduit splits to supply each discharge port. In an embodiment, there is one discharge port having a direction of discharge and an associated axis, and at least two clamps symmetrically disposed about the axis. The apparatus may be clamped to a discharge conduit of the blower.

Lawn sprinkler adapter

An adapter is provided for connection with a garden hose and a lawn sprinkler or other fluid dispersion devices, which mixes a substance stored in a reservoir connected to the adapter, with water for spraying onto a lawn or other area. 1. A garden hose adapter comprising: a first open end;', 'a second open end;', 'a female garden hose fitting surrounding the first open end;', 'a male garden hose fitting surrounding the second open end; and', 'an aperture in the connector at a position between the first open end and second open end;, 'a hollow, tubular connector comprisinga vacuum tube inserted into the aperture in the connector and positioned to be substantially perpendicular to the connector; anda reservoir secured to the connector;wherein the female garden hose fitting is secured to a garden hose via a corresponding male garden hose fitting;wherein the vacuum tube is configured to be inserted into the reservoir, which comprises a substance, and to intake said substance into the connector for mixing with water or other fluid passing through the connector via the garden hose to create a mixture which is discharged from the second open end of the connector;wherein the reservoir is a container comprising a lid, and a vacuum tube is inserted through an opening in the lid into the container;wherein the lid comprises a plurality of tabs forming a slot adjacent to the opening in the lid and projecting from a top surface of the lid; andwherein a portion of the connector is inserted into the slot projecting from the lid to removably secure the connector to the reservoir.2. The garden hose adapter according to claim 1 , wherein the male garden hose fitting of the connector is secured to a sprinkler via a corresponding female fitting on the sprinkler.3. The garden hose adapter according to claim 1 , wherein the male garden hose fitting of the connector is secured to a hose via a corresponding female fitting on the hose.46.-. (canceled)7. The garden hose adapter according to ...

PRESSURE WASHER SPRAY GUN WITH MULTIPLE CHEMICAL CONTAINERS

A spray gun for use with a pressure washer includes a spray gun body, an inlet, a primary flow path for conducting a primary fluid flow, a secondary flow path for conducting a secondary fluid flow, and an inlet flow path for receiving a flow of pressurized water from the pressure washer via the inlet. The inlet flow path directs the pressurized water into the primary flow path. The spray gun further includes multiple chemical containers carried on the spray gun body, each chemical container configured to contain a different chemical, and a selector valve movable among a number of positions to fluidly couple one of the chemical containers with the secondary flow path. 1. A spray gun for use with a pressure washer , comprising:a spray gun body;an inlet;a primary flow path for conducting a primary fluid flow;a secondary flow path for conducting a secondary fluid flow;an inlet flow path for receiving a flow of pressurized water from the pressure washer via the inlet, the inlet flow path directing the pressurized water into the primary flow path;a plurality of chemical containers carried on the spray gun body; anda selector valve movable among a plurality of positions to fluidly couple one of the plurality of chemical containers with the secondary flow path.2. The spray gun of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of positions comprises:a first position, wherein when the selector valve is in the first position, a first chemical container is fluidly coupled to the secondary flow path; andan off position, wherein when the selector valve is in the off position, no chemical container is fluidly coupled to the secondary flow path.3. The spray gun of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of positions further comprises:a second position, wherein when the selector valve is in the second position, a second chemical container is fluidly coupled to the secondary flow path;wherein the off position is positioned between the first position and the second position.4. The spray gun of claim 2 , ...

CHEMICAL INJECTOR FOR SPRAY DEVICE

A spray device, such as one used with a pressure washer, includes a housing, a chemical container coupled to the housing, and a chemical conduit coupled to the container. The chemical conduit has an inlet and an outlet forming a chemical flow path therebetween. The spray device further includes a chemical flow controller allowing a user to adjust a chemical flow rate through the chemical conduit. Further, the spray device includes a water conduit forming a water flow path through the housing, the water conduit terminating at a spray orifice. The chemical flow path and the water flow path merge at a point proximate the orifice. 1. A high-pressure spray device , comprising:a housing;a chemical container carried on the housing;a trigger coupled to the housing;a water flow valve operated by the trigger;a chemical conduit coupled to the container, the chemical conduit having an inlet and an outlet and forming a chemical flow path therebetween;a water conduit forming a water flow path through the housing, the water conduit terminating at a spray orifice, wherein the chemical flow path and the water flow path merge at a point before the spray orifice; andan inlet to the water flow path for receiving a high-pressure water flow, the inlet comprising a high-pressure coupling.2. The device of claim 1 , further comprising a one-way valve positioned along the chemical flow path.3. The device of claim 2 , further comprising a pump positioned along the chemical flow path.4. The device of claim 3 , wherein the pump is a positive displacement pump having a pump inlet and a pump outlet.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein the pump is configured to be manually operated.6. The device of claim 5 , wherein the pump is configured to be powered by pushing an actuator.7. The device of claim 5 , further comprising a manual actuator button coupled to the pump claim 5 , wherein the pump operates in response to pressing of the manual actuator button.8. The device of claim 1 , wherein the chemical ...

EFFICIENT INJECTION AND MIXING OF CHEMICALS INTO A FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM

A fluid mixing and delivery system, e.g., for use in chemical injection of irrigation systems or wash-down stations, has a main fluid conduit with an inlet and an outlet, a bypass conduit with an inlet and an outlet, a venturi, a chemical storage tank, and a static mixer. The bypass conduit inlet connects to the main fluid conduit downstream of the main fluid conduit inlet and the bypass section outlet connects to the main fluid conduit upstream of the main fluid conduit outlet. The venturi is located in-line with the bypass conduit between the bypass conduit inlet and the bypass conduit outlet. The chemical storage tank is fluidly connected to an individual supply line, which fluidly connects to the venturi. The static mixer is located in-line with the main fluid conduit between the bypass conduit outlet and the main fluid conduit outlet. 1. A fluid mixing and delivery system comprisinga main fluid conduit with an inlet and an outlet;a bypass conduit with an inlet and an outlet, wherein the bypass conduit inlet connects to the main fluid conduit downstream of the main fluid conduit inlet and the bypass section outlet connects to the main fluid conduit upstream of the main fluid conduit outlet;a venturi located in-line with the bypass conduit between the bypass conduit inlet and the bypass conduit outlet;a first chemical storage tank fluidly connected to an individual supply line, wherein the individual supply line fluidly connects to the venturi; anda static mixer located in-line with the main fluid conduit between the bypass conduit outlet and the main fluid conduit outlet.2. The fluid mixing and delivery system of further comprising a fluid metering device that fluidly connects the individual supply line and the venturi.3. The fluid mixing and delivery system of claim 2 , whereinthe venturi comprises a confuser portion, a throat portion, and a diffuser portion; andthe fluid metering device is fluidly connected to the throat portion.4. The fluid mixing and ...

Soap Dispensing Shower Assembly

A soap dispensing shower assembly for a shower enclosure to free a hand of the user for enhanced stability includes a reservoir, a pump, and a tube. The reservoir is mountable to a wall proximate to a water inlet of a shower enclosure. A liquid soap solution is positionable in the reservoir. The pump is engaged to and positioned within the reservoir. The tube is engaged to the pump and extends from the reservoir. The tube extends along a hose extending between the water inlet and a spray head so that a terminus of the tube is positioned proximate to the spray head. The pump selectively dispenses the liquid soap solution through the tube onto a user. 1. A soap dispensing shower assembly comprising:a reservoir configured to be mountable to a wall proximate to a water inlet of a shower enclosure and for positioning a liquid soap solution;a pump engaged to and positioned within the reservoir; anda tube engaged to the pump and extending from the reservoir, the tube being configured for engaging a hose extending between the water inlet and a spray head, such that a terminus of the tube is positioned proximate to the spray head, wherein the pump is configured selectively dispensing the liquid soap solution through the tube onto a user.2. The soap dispensing shower assembly of claim 1 , further including:the reservoir having an orifice positioned in a top thereof, wherein the orifice is configured for addition of the liquid soap solution into the reservoir;a lip coupled to the reservoir and extending from the orifice; anda cap selectively couplable to the lip for closing the orifice.3. The soap dispensing shower assembly of claim 1 , further including:the reservoir having an aperture positioned in the top; anda one-way valve engaged to the reservoir and positioned in the aperture, wherein the one-way valve is configured for entry of air into the reservoir.4. The soap dispensing shower assembly of claim 1 , further including a connector coupled to the reservoir and being ...

Sprayer

A sprayer system having a sprayer assembly adaptable to a variety of sizes and shapes of containers. The sprayer assembly includes a dual venturi in the flow conduit to provide even pressure and consistent flow in the spray volume. A metering device is coupled to the flow conduit for accurate and reliable regulation of mixture ratios. A dip tube, coupled to the fluid conduit, is adaptable to a variety of container orifices. In addition to acting as a conduit for passage of concentrate into the sprayer assembly, the dip tube may also be used as a cutting device to open the container into which it will be inserted. By adapting to a variety of container orifices, the dip tube allows the sprayer assembly to fit to a variety of containers.

METHOD AND A WASH SYSTEM WITH A BUILT-IN CLEANSER ASSEMBLY

A method and a wash, clean, dry and protect system are provided for easy handling, for washing, cleansing, drying and/or protecting a body part, and for the delivery of water and/or a cleansing solution to a surface area of a human subject. The built-in cleanser assembly is incorporated onto a wash and clean bidet seat system for washing, cleansing, drying and protecting private body parts of the person. 1. A wash system , comprising:a toilet seat assembly comprising a seat cover, a seat base, and a base housing within the seat base, wherein the seat cover is adapted to be laid down on top of the seat base in a seat-close position and to be put up over the seat base in a seat-open position;a cleanser assembly positioned inside the base housing of the toilet seat assembly, wherein the cleanser assembly is adapted to contain one or more cleanser containers therein; anda nozzle spray assembly connected to the one or more cleanser containers of the cleanser assembly inside the base housing of the toilet seat assembly.2. The wash system of claim 1 , further comprising a dryer assembly.3. The wash system of claim 1 , further comprising a top cover positioned on a top portion of the base housing of the seat base.4. The wash system of claim 3 , wherein the top cover is adapted to be opened when the seat cover is laid down on top of the seat base in the seat-close position.5. The wash system of claim 3 , wherein the top cover is adapted to be opened when the seat cover is put up over the seat base in the seat-open position.6. The wash system of claim 1 , further comprising a nozzle cover positioned on a side-wall of the base housing of the seat base.7. The wash system of claim 6 , wherein the nozzle cover is adapted to be in an open position ready for one or more nozzles from the nozzle spray assembly to extend out when the seat cover is put up over the seat base in the seat-open position.8. The wash system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more cleanser containers are adapted ...

Plant Growth Acceleration System and Methods

The present invention provides novel and effective compositions and methods for promoting the growth of green photosynthetic plants, particularly higher plants. The method relies on applying compounds comprising carbon dioxide infused water as a foliar spray to the plant and its leaves, where the compound increases intracellular carbon dioxide levels in an amount sufficient to inhibit photorespiration within the plant cells and thus enhance plant growth. 1. A method for increasing the growth rate of plants comprising applying a growth promoting composition to the plant as a foliar spray , wherein said growth promoting composition comprises carbon dioxide infused water.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said growth promoting composition comprises carbon dioxide at a concentration greater than about 400 mg CO2/l water.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said growth promoting composition comprises carbon dioxide at a concentration greater than about 1000 mg CO2/l water.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein said growth promoting composition comprises carbon dioxide at a concentration greater than about 2000 mg CO2/l water.5. The method of wherein said growth promoting composition is applied in a greenhouse.6. The method of wherein said growth promoting composition is applied outdoors.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein said growth promoting composition further comprises a spray enhancer which enhances the ability of the method to deliver CO2 to the plant.8. The method of wherein said spray enhancer enhances the wetting of the plant and penetration of carbon dioxide into the plant.9. The method of claim 6 , wherein said growth promoting composition is applied to plants using microporous hydrophobic hollow fibre membranes for controlling the dissolved CO2 content of an aqueous liquid containing dissolved CO2 and a foliar spray apparatus for applying said liquid to said plants.10. The method of claim 9 , wherein said foliar spray apparatus comprises an electrostatic sprayer. ...

CLEANING FIXTURES AND METHODS OF CLEANING COMPONENTS USING CLEANING FIXTURES

Cleaning fixtures for a component(s) are disclosed. The cleaning fixtures may include a first and second component recess configured to receive a first and second component, respectively. Each component recess may be defined between a first and second member of the cleaning fixture. The cleaning fixture may also include a first solvent conduit in fluid communication with the first component recess, and a second solvent conduit in fluid communication with the second component recess. The first and second solvent conduit may include physical characteristic(s) configured to control delivery of solvent into the respective component recess at desired fluid parameter(s). The cleaning fixture may also include a first gas conduit in fluid communication with the first component recess, and a second gas conduit in fluid communication with the second component recess. Each of the first and second gas conduit may deliver a pressurized gas to the respective component recess. 1. A cleaning fixture for at least one component , the cleaning fixture comprising:a first component recess configured to receive a first component therein and a second component recess configured to receive a second component therein, each component recess defined between a first member and a mating second member of the cleaning fixture;a first solvent conduit in fluid communication with the first component recess, and a second solvent conduit in fluid communication with the second component recess, the first solvent conduit and the second solvent conduit each including a physical characteristic configured to control delivery of a solvent into the respective component recess at a desired fluid parameter; anda first gas conduit in fluid communication with the first component recess, and a second gas conduit in fluid communication with the second component recess, each of the first gas conduit and the second gas conduit configured to deliver a respective pressurized gas to the respective component recess.2. ...

Wet/dry hose end sprayer

A hose end sprayer includes a concentrate tank and a sprayer head. The sprayer head has an inlet end, an outlet end and a flow tube, along with a suction tube and a valve. When the sprayer head is closed, neither the first nor the second flow orifice communicates with the flow opening and the concentrate opening is closed by the valve body. When the sprayer head is in wet mode, the vent opening communicates with the concentrate opening as concentrate is drawn into the flow tube. When the sprayer head is in dry mode, the concentrate orifice communicates with the concentrate opening to direct a portion of the fluid into the concentrate tank. A metering plate injects a selectively adjustable amount of concentrate into the fluid stream. The sprayer head may further include a concentrate basket to hold a dry product within the concentrate tank.

Injection nozzle for a spray device and spray device

An injection nozzle for a spray device for drawing in a fluid suction medium by a fluid propellant which is under excess pressure and for spraying an admixture of the suction medium and the propellant. The injection nozzle has a nozzle housing, an injection chamber arranged in the nozzle housing, a jet nozzle which opens in the injection chamber for producing a propellant jet which is introduced into the injection chamber, and a fluid suction opening for the fluid suction medium. The fluid suction opening opens in an annular channel which has a flow connection to the injection chamber.

DEVICE FOR ROTATING A FLUID INSIDE A SPRAY NOZZLE, ASSEMBLY COMPRISING SUCH A DEVICE AND COATING DEVICE

The invention relates to a device for rotating a fluid inside a spray nozzle, this device comprising a body defining at least one helical slot and/or a helical hole for the passage of all or part of the fluid. This device can be secured to a spray nozzle or a needle valve closing the spray nozzle. The invention also relates to an applicable device comprising such a device. 1. A device for rotating a fluid inside a spray nozzle , this device comprising a body defining at least one helical slot and/or a helical hole for the passage of all or part of the fluid.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein an enclosure surface of the body has a circular or elliptical section.3. The device according to claim 1 , wherein an enclosure surface of the body is at least partially cylindrical and/or frustoconical.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein an enclosure surface of the body comprises a cylindrical upstream part and a frustoconical downstream part.5. The device according to claim 1 , further comprising a gripping handle claim 1 , which has a smaller diameter relative to the body.6. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the length of the gripping handle is greater than or equal to 5 mm.7. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the device defines a central through bore for the passage of a needle valve closing the spray nozzle.8. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the device is manufactured by 3D printing.9. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the body comprises a cylindrical upstream part and a frustoconical downstream part claim 1 , and wherein each helical slot extends continuously on the surface of the cylindrical upstream part and the surface of the frustoconical downstream part.10. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the body comprises a cylindrical upstream part and a frustoconical downstream part claim 1 , and wherein each helical hole extends continuously through the cylindrical part and through the frustoconical downstream part of ...

SPRAYER AND PRESSURE WASHER COMPRISING SPRAYER

A pressure washer for dispensing either water or a water-chemical mixture includes an injector for injecting chemical into water flowing through a hose at a relatively high flow rate. A sprayer connected to the hose has a passage having one upstream, one middle, and first and second downstream portions. The first downstream portion is connected to a high pressure conduit and the second downstream portion is connected to a high flow conduit less resistance to fluid flow than the high pressure conduit. A valve between the upstream portion and the middle portion selectively allows fluid flow to the middle portion of the passage. Another valve between the middle portion and downstream portion selectively allows flow to the second downstream portion and high flow conduit. Otherwise the valve directs flow through only the first downstream portion and high pressure conduit, which limits flow rate so as not to activate the injector. 1. A sprayer for dispensing liquid , said sprayer comprising:a housing having a passage therethrough, said passage having one upstream portion, one middle portion, and a plurality of downstream portions including a first downstream portion and a second downstream portion;a first conduit connected to the first downstream portion;a second conduit connected to the second downstream portion, said second conduit having lower resistance to fluid flow than said first conduit;a first valve mounted along the housing passage between the upstream portion and the middle portion, said first valve being selectively moveable between a closed position, in which the first valve blocks fluid flow through the housing passage, and an open position, in which the first valve allows fluid flow through the housing passage from the upstream portion to the middle portion; anda second valve mounted along the housing passage downstream from the first valve and between the middle portion and the downstream portions, said second valve being selectively moveable between a low ...

Infeed chutes for material application machines

An infeed chute for a material application machine includes a riser and a water spreading unit. The riser includes a sidewall and defines an infeed opening extending through the riser. The riser is configured to be coupled to an opening of a tank of a material application machine such that application material passed through the infeed opening of the riser enters the tank of the material application machine. The sidewall includes a water inlet formed therein. The water spreading unit is coupled to the water inlet and is configured to direct water laterally across the infeed chute.

PRESSURE WASHER WITH CONTAINER HOLDER

A mobile pressure washer can include a wheeled chassis, a power plant supported by the wheeled chassis, a fluid pump a fluid pump coupled to and driven by the power plant, a sprayer in fluid communication with the pump, a chemical solution container, and a container holder for supporting the chemical solution container. In some examples, the container holder has a frame operably connected to the wheeled chassis and has a container support mounted to the frame, the container support including a base wall and a sidewall defining a receptacle for receiving and supporting a container in fluid communication with the pump. 1. A mobile pressure washer comprising:a wheeled chassis;a power plant supported by the wheeled chassis;a fluid pump coupled to and driven by the power plant;a sprayer in fluid communication with the pump; anda container holder having a frame operably connected to the wheeled chassis and having a container support mounted to the frame, the container support including a base wall and a sidewall defining a receptacle for receiving and supporting a container in fluid communication with the fluid pump.2. The mobile pressure washer of claim 1 , wherein the container holder includes a pivotable coupling connecting the frame to the wheeled chassis such that the container holder can be positioned between extended and storage positions.3. The mobile pressure washer of claim 2 , wherein the container holder further includes a locking mechanism that selectively locks the container holder in the extended and storage positions.4. The mobile pressure washer of claim 1 , further comprising the container.5. The mobile pressure washer of claim 4 , wherein the container is a bucket defining an interior volume of at least one gallon.6. The mobile pressure washer of claim 4 , further comprising:a manifold in fluid communication with the pump and the sprayer; anda chemical solution hose having a first end inserted into the container to draw chemical solution from the ...

Nozzle Flow Detection System

With the use of a low cost microphone mounted at each nozzle, a sound signature of the nozzles may be captured and stored to be used as a continuous indicator of any changes in the flow rate of the nozzles. By measuring changes in sound at each nozzle, it is possible to determine the change in flow before a change in pressure manifests into a problem in the system. The change in sound will oftentimes be significant for plugged nozzles, or nozzles that have excessive wear and flow at too high of a rate. The invention has the advantage of being relatively low cost with ceramic microphones for example. and with little or no moving parts required. A closed loop control system may be included to compensate for nozzle degradation.

Dispensing System and Method for Dispensing a Slurry or Glaze to Build or Print Products of the Ceramics Industry, in Particular Ceramic Tiles

A dispensing system for dispensing a slurry or glaze for making or printing products of the ceramic industry comprises a plurality of reservoirs suitable for containing a respective fluid mixture or glaze and at least one dispenser associated with the reservoirs and equipped with at least one outlet for dispensing the fluid mixture. The system further comprises at least one mixer operatively interposed between the reservoirs and the dispenser, and configured to receive the fluid mixture from each reservoir and to send a mixed fluid to the dispenser, adjusting means operatively interposed between each reservoir and the mixer, and a control unit associated with the adjusting means and configured to drive them so as to adjust the mixing ratio between the flow rates of fluid mixtures into the mixer depending on a reference signal related to a predetermined hue of the mixed fluid.

Composition for producing fillers and method for producing and processing the fillers

A method of using a putty in a mechanical processing method includes dosing a binder component comprising at least one epoxy resin, dosing a hardener component comprising at least one NH-group-containing compound, mixing the binder component and the hardener component into a putty mass, and applying the putty mass on an undercoat. At least one of the binder component and the hardener component comprises synthetic hollow bodies so that the putty mass comprises 0.1 to 15 wt.-% of the synthetic hollow bodies relative to a total weight of the putty mass.

PORTABLE CHEMICAL SPRAYER SYSTEM

A system for combining and spraying fluids that includes a principal reservoir for holding a carrier fluid; an electric pump in communication with the principal reservoir; a power source for energizing the pump selectable between a rechargeable 12-volt battery and a 110-volt AC line; at least one auxiliary reservoir for holding an auxiliary fluid to be controllably mixed with carrier fluid being drawn from the principal reservoir; a selector valve for selecting which if any of the auxiliary fluid(s) are to be combined with the carrier fluid; a Venturi tube for combining streams of carrier fluid and selected auxiliary fluid(s) in a predetermined ratio which may be varied as desired; and a spray wand in fluid communication with the Venturi tube for discharging the selected fluids.

Robotic agricultural system and method

A robotic orchard spraying system having autonomous delivery vehicles (ADV), each autonomously delivering an amount of a premixed solution over a non-overlapping path verified by a forward-looking sensor, video, or both. Also, a mobile control center, configured to wireles sly inform the autonomous delivery vehicle of the path within the areas and to confirm that the autonomous delivery vehicle is following the path within the area. Additionally, a mapper vehicle generates the path within the area, the mapper vehicle being configured to communicate information about the path and the area to the command center. The mapper vehicle senses the path with a forward-looking LiDAR sensor, and senses the area with a GPS sensor. Moreover, a nurse truck has a reservoir of premixed solution for replenishing a tank of the ADV. ADVs and the control center communicate over a radio network, which may be a mesh network, a cellular network, or both.

Washing equipment for a vehicle

Washing equipment for a vehicle includes at least one gantry defining a track for the vehicle, at least one nozzle supported by the gantry and intended to spray a cleaning liquid on the vehicle, and a helical profile that creates a helical rotational movement of the cleaning liquid relative to the gantry. The helical profile is suitable for ensuring the rotation of the cleaning liquid around the axis of the stream of cleaning liquid leaving the nozzle.

DISPENSING ASSEMBLY INCLUDING AN ADDITIVE MIXING DEVICE

A dispensing system includes a container containing a flowable base formulation to be dispensed, an additive mixing device, and an actuable pump engine which draws the flowable base formulation from the container and pumps it through the mixing device. The additive mixing device includes a body with an internal cavity, an additive ingredient within the cavity, and a flow path/mixing chamber between an input and an output. With each pump of the device the additive ingredient is introduced into, and mixed with, a flow of the base formulation traveling through the mixing device. Multiple additive mixing devices may be interchangeable for different formulations, and the mixing devices may be refillable. 1. A dispensing system comprising:a container;a flowable base formulation contained within the container;a pump engine mounted on the container and in fluid communication with said base formulation; a dispensing orifice,', 'a piston;', 'an additive ingredient chamber defined above said piston,', 'a base product chamber defined below said piston and having an inlet port in fluid communication with said pump engine,', 'a flow path from said additive ingredient chamber to said dispensing orifice,', 'a flow path from said base product chamber to said dispensing orifice; and, 'a dispensing head having'}an additive ingredient contained within the additive ingredient chamber,wherein the pump engine draws the flowable base formulation from the container and pumps it through the dispensing heads, and wherein said additive ingredient is introduced into, and mixed with the base formulation traveling through the dispensing orifice with each actuation.2. The dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein the pump engine and the nozzle head are coaxially aligned.3. The dispensing system of claim 1 , wherein the pump engine and the nozzle head are coaxially spring biased.4. The dispensing system of claim 2 , wherein the pump engine and the nozzle head are coaxially spring biased.5. The ...

Disposable gas diffusion device

A disposable gas diffusion device includes a gas supply device, which includes therein a gas inlet device, which includes a coupling section, and a compression element. The coupling section includes therein a gas conveyance hole. A container has an end connected to a diffuser that is provided with a gas entrance passage having an opposite end extending to a bottom of the diffuser. The bottom of the diffuser is provided with a liquid guiding device, which has an opposite end extending to a location adjacent to a bottom of the container. The diffuser has a top end in which an exit opening is formed. The gas supply device is operable to guide a pressurized gas into the container on induce a negative pressure zone inside the container in order to convey a liquid through the liquid guiding device to an atomization hole to be atomized and sprayed out.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR APPLYING COVERING MATERIAL WITH AN AEROSOLIZATION SYSTEM

A method for effective and efficient water or wastewater aerosolization and industry specific and regulatory agency approved ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating solution dissemination over identified and specific areas that are to be addressed. The water or wastewater and industry or regulatory body specifically approved ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating reagent solution(s) is directed to an “Integrated Mobile Aerosolization System (IMAS)” or other system having a turbine and being integrated and mobile. The turbine is driven so as to generate a system of air. Integrated pumps are utilized to move the water or wastewater and industry or regulatory body specific and ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating reagent solution(s) to a series of nozzles that aerosolizes the water or wastewater and ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating reagent solution into the path of the system of air. The water or wastewater and ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating reagent solution form a mixture that is entrained in the system of air. The mixture of water or wastewater and ADC, soil stabilizing or penetrating reagent solution is directed over a specific area that is to be covered with an approved material. The water or wastewater and ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating reagent solution form that industry specific and regulatory body approved covering material that is applied to the specific area. 1. A method of applying a covering , stabilizing or penetrating reagent material to a selected area comprising:generating a system of air with a turbine;directing the system of air through a turbine housing;directing water or wastewater from a water source to a series of nozzles disposed adjacent the turbine housing;mixing a covering, stabilizing or penetrating reagent composition with the water or wastewater upstream of the nozzles to form a covering, stabilizing or penetrating reagent material;directing the material from the nozzles;after directing the material from the nozzles, ...

Ground-Mounted Soap Injection System

A ground-mounted soap injection system that can be used with a SLIP 'N SLIDE or other similar device needing the addition of a lubricating agent. The invention includes a liquid reservoir connected to a metering valve and an injection venturi. A hose is connected to the device and water passing through an internal passage draws the lubricating agent into the moving stream in a controlled fashion. Spikes are provided to secure the device to the ground. 1. A secondary liquid injection system configured to be attached to a ground , comprising:(a) a body, having a bottom;(b) a plurality of spikes attached to said body and protruding downward below said bottom;(c) a hose inlet;(d) a hose outlet;(e) a water conduit connecting said hose outlet to said hose inlet, said water conduit including a venturi;(f) a reservoir in said body configured to hold said secondary liquid;(g) an injector outlet in said venturi; and(h) a throttle valve controlling flow from said reservoir to said injector outlet.2. The secondary liquid injection system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a check valve between said reservoir and said injector outlet claim 1 , wherein said check valve is configured to allow flow from said reservoir to said injector outlet but prevent flow in the opposite direction.3. The secondary liquid injection system as recited in claim 2 , wherein:(a) said water conduit lies proximate said bottom of said body;(b) said check valve lies above said venturi;(c) said throttle valve lies above said check valve; and(d) said reservoir lies above said throttle valve.4. The secondary liquid injection system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said reservoir lies above said injector outlet.5. The secondary liquid injection system as recited in claim 1 , wherein said reservoir has an open top that is selectively closed by a reservoir lid.6. The secondary liquid injection system as recited in claim 1 , wherein:(a) said body includes a first lateral extension plate;(b) said body ...

CONTROLLED MATERIAL COMBINATION AND DELIVERY IN ULTRA-VARIABLE ADVANCED MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS

A system and method for delivering materials for deposition is described. The system includes reservoirs for holding materials, heating elements for liquefying the materials (unless they are to be delivered as solids). Once in a desired state, pressure and material delivery systems to move the materials to a deposition nozzle. In the deposition nozzle, or thereabouts, the materials combine and are prepared to be deposited. An agitation element is used to break up the material and push it out of the nozzle tip in an atomized or droplet form. Changes in the material composition/concentration result in adjustment in heat, pressure or deposition agitation. 1. A system for printing a three-dimensional structure comprising:a first heating element to heat a first material;a first pressure delivery system configured to apply pressure to a first material;a second pressure delivery system configured to apply pressure to a second material;a deposition nozzle to receive the first material and the second material;a deposition control element configured to deposit a combination of the first material and the second material through the deposition nozzle;a sensor to sense a characteristic of the combination of the first material and the second material; anda controller to extrapolate material characteristics of a combination of the first material and the second material based on the material characteristics of the first material and the material characteristics of the second material, the controller to communicate with the sensor, the first heating element, the first pressure delivery system, the second pressure delivery system and the deposition control element, the controller to receive feedback from the sensor and to compare the feedback with the extrapolated material characteristics to adjust the first heating element, the first pressure delivery system, the second pressure delivery system or the deposition control element to allow the material to be deposited through the ...

METHODS OF APPLYING A RAPID CURE SEALANT TO AN AIRCRAFT SURFACE

Applicant discloses a novel method of spray applying multiple courses of a rapid cure, two part polymer sealant to an aircraft surface. The method sometimes uses a two part polymer mix for use in the aircraft industry that is applied with pneumatic mix and spray gun. The two part cartridge is used in the mix and spray gun so the mix is applied immediately upon mixing, but the two components are kept separated unless the gun is applying the mix. The multiple courses cure to form a clear sealant that allows for inspection of cracks and corrosion beneath the sealant. It cures quickly so that the coated part may be further processed, for example in the assembly line during aircraft build. Applicant further discloses multiple spray gun systems for applying such a two-part polymer mix to aircraft parts. 1. A method for sealing a surface of an aircraft part , the method comprising the steps of:selecting a two component polymer sealant that will cure in less than 24 hours at 75° F. and will be clear upon curing;providing a system having a spray tip for combining the two components and immediately emitting from the spray tip an atomized spray comprising the combined components;applying to an aircraft part a first course of polymer sealant to a thickness of between 1 and 30 mil; and,applying a subsequent course, to the first course, within 2.5 hours or less of applying the first course to a thickness of between 1 and 30 mil.2. The method of wherein the applying steps are performed at a distance within 6-12″ from the aircraft part claim 1 , measured from where the atomized spray is emitted.3. The method of further including the step of adjusting an air or fluid flow in the system.4. The method of further involving the step of adjusting claim 1 , during the applying steps claim 1 , a speed of the spray tip as it moves with respect to the aircraft part so as to control the thickness of the polymer sealant.5. The method of further including the step of determining claim 1 , prior ...

MULTIFUNCTIONAL DISPENSER

A multifunctional dispenser includes a main body having a connecting nozzle and a water supply pipe. A control valve, a regulating device, a proportional control device and a ventilation valve are on the main body. The bottom of main body communicates with a container through the proportional control device. The control valve determines the water flow of the water supply channel. The regulating device is a rotating cylinder passing through the main body. The cylinder has a valve track and a proportional controller track corresponding to the control valve and the proportional control device respectively. The valve track includes arc sections with unequal depths. The proportional controller track includes grooves with unequal depths and supports the proportional control device. A proportional regulator of the proportional control device has liquid outlet holes. The control valve controls the ventilation valve to open/close a gas inlet channel of a concentrated liquid container. 1. A multifunctional dispenser , comprising:a main body, including a control valve, a regulating device, a proportional control device and a ventilation valve disposed thereon;a connecting nozzle, disposed at the front of the main body; anda water supply pipe, coupled to the rear of the main body;wherein the bottom of the main body is communicated with a draft tube in a concentrated liquid container through the proportional control device; the control valve is provided for determining the water flow condition of a water supply channel in the main body during a movement stroke of the main body; the regulating device is a rotatable cylinder passing through the main body, and the cylinder has a valve track and a proportional controller track formed at positions corresponding to the control valve and the proportional control device respectively, and the valve track has a plurality of arc sections with unequal depths for limiting the stroke of the control valve, and the proportional controller track ...

WASHING MACHINE APPLIANCE AND ADDITIVE DISPENSING ASSEMBLY

A washing machine appliance and additive dispensing assembly are provided herein. The washing machine appliance may include a cabinet, a wash tub, a wash basket, and an additive dispensing assembly. The additive dispensing assembly may be positioned within the cabinet and configured to provide wash fluid to the wash tub. The additive dispensing assembly may include a water supply conduit, a booster pump, an additive dispenser, and a siphon channel. The water supply conduit may extend between a water supply and the wash tub. The booster pump may be positioned along the water supply conduit downstream from the water supply. The siphon channel may extend from the additive dispenser to the water supply conduit downstream from the booster pump. 1. A washing machine appliance comprising:a cabinet;a wash tub positioned within the cabinet;a wash basket rotatably mounted within the wash tub, the wash basket defining a wash chamber for receiving articles for washing; and a water supply conduit extending between a water supply and the wash tub,', 'a booster pump positioned along the water supply conduit downstream from the water supply,', 'an additive dispenser for storing and dispensing a wash additive, and', 'a siphon channel extending from the additive dispenser to the water supply conduit downstream from the booster pump,', 'wherein a flow of water directed through the water supply conduit creates a siphon that draws the wash additive into the water supply conduit to mix with the flow of water and create a wash fluid that is dispensed into the wash tub., 'an additive dispensing assembly positioned within the cabinet and configured to provide wash fluid to the wash tub, the additive dispensing assembly comprising'}2. The washing machine appliance of claim 1 , wherein the water supply conduit includes a Venturi nozzle downstream from the booster pump to receive the siphon channel.3. The washing machine appliance of claim 1 , wherein the water supply conduit is in fluid ...

ELECTRIC PRESSURE WASHER WITH FOLDING HANDLE

A pressure washer includes a motor configured to drive a pump, a frame having first and second end portions, a handle having first and second end portions, and a rotating joint rotatably coupling the first end portion of the handle to the second end portion of the frame. The rotating joint includes a locking mechanism to selectively lock the position of the handle relative to the frame. The handle rotates between a storage position and an extended position. In the storage position, the second end portion of the handle is positioned near the first end portion of the frame such that the motor and the pump are located within a volume defined by the first and second end portions of the handle and the frame. In the extended position, the second end portion of the handle is spaced apart from the frame. 1. A pressure washer , comprising:a water pump;an electric motor coupled to the water pump and configured to drive the water pump;a frame having a first end portion and a second end portion;a handle having a first end portion and a second end portion; anda rotating joint rotatably coupling the first end portion of the handle to the second end portion of the frame, wherein the rotating joint includes a locking mechanism to selectively lock the position of the handle relative to the frame,wherein the handle is configured to rotate between a storage position and an extended position, wherein in the storage position the second end portion of the handle is positioned near the first end portion of the frame such that the electric motor and the water pump are located within a volume defined by the first and second end portions of the handle and the frame, and wherein in the extended position the second end portion of the handle is spaced apart from the frame.2. The pressure washer of claim 1 , further comprising:a high-pressure hose configured to be coupled to a high-pressure outlet of the water pump;an electrical cord configured to supply electricity to the electric motor; anda ...

Powered Sprayer for Home Use

A powered spray system designed for home use comprises a chemical supply tank, a sprayer for applying a chemical in the chemical supply tank, and a coupling connecting a water source with the chemical supply tank and sprayer for mixing chemical contained in the chemical supply tank with a stream of water as the water is sprayed. The coupling comprises a first inlet configured to connect to a standard garden hose for connecting the coupling to the water source, an outlet configured to connect to a standard garden hose for connecting the coupling to the sprayer, and a second inlet configured to connect to the chemical supply tank. 1. A spray system for applying chemicals to yards and gardens , the spray system comprising:a chemical supply tank;a sprayer for applying a chemical in the chemical supply tank; a first inlet configured to connect to a standard garden hose for connecting the coupling to the water source;', 'an outlet configured to connect to a standard garden hose for connecting the coupling to the sprayer; and', 'a second inlet configured to connect to the chemical supply tank., 'a coupling connecting a water source with the chemical supply tank and sprayer for mixing chemical contained in the chemical supply tank with a stream of water as the water is sprayed; the coupling comprising2. The spray system of further comprising:a first garden hose connecting the first inlet of the coupling to the water source; anda second garden hose connecting the outlet of the coupling to the sprayer.3. The spray system of wherein the spray system further comprises a housing containing the chemical supply tank.4. The spray system of wherein the coupling is disposed within the housing.5. The spray system of further comprising a pump disposed within the housing for supplying chemical from the chemical supply tank to the second inlet of the coupling.6. The spray system of wherein the pump comprises an electrical pump.7. The spray system of further comprising a rechargeable ...

Chemical Application Apparatus for Sprinkler Systems

A liquid chemical dispenser for an irrigation system comprises a removable supply container for the chemical which, in a first embodiment, comprises a valve for preventing spillage of the chemical during attachment of the container to the dispenser. This feature allows the container to be mounted in an inverted position on the dispenser without loss of its contents. In a second embodiment, the chemical container comprises a membrane which is pierced by a dip tube when the container is attached to the dispenser. A section of the dip tube produces an annular vent passage in the membrane around the dip tube to provide vacuum relief. The configuration of the containers substantially reduces the chance of inadvertent contact with the contents and the simple design permits the containers to be disposable. 1. A liquid chemical dispenser for an irrigation system comprising:a body having a passage for the flow of irrigation water;a water inlet port on a first side of the body in fluid communication with the water passage, the inlet port having a first diameter;a water discharge port on a second side of the body in fluid communication with the water passage, the discharge port having a diameter substantially equal to the first diameter;an aspirator passage substantially orthogonal to and in fluid communication with the passage for the flow of water;a removable chemical container for containing a liquid chemical for mixing with irrigation water flowing through the body connected to the body and in fluid communication with the aspirator passage, the container having an opening at a first end thereof;a membrane which, when intact, seals the opening in the chemical container;a dip tube in fluid communication with the aspirator passage for withdrawing liquid chemical from the chemical container, the dip tube having a tip for piercing the membrane.2. A liquid chemical dispenser as recited in wherein the dip tube is substantially cylindrical and has a section of increased diameter ...

Self-Propelled Sprayer

With the use of a low cost microphone mounted at each nozzle, a sound signature of the nozzles may be captured and stored to be used as a continuous indicator of any changes in the flow rate of the nozzles. By measuring changes in sound at each nozzle, it is possible to determine the change in flow before a change in pressure manifests into a problem in the system. The change in sound will oftentimes be significant for plugged nozzles, or nozzles that have excessive wear and flow at too high of a rate. The invention has the advantage of being relatively low cost with ceramic microphones, for example, and with little or no moving parts required. A closed loop control system may be included to compensate for nozzle degradation.

SHOWER HEAD ASSEMBLY

A shower head assembly for cleaning fluid integration that includes: a shower head, where the shower head is attachable to a water pipe; a connector at a connection end of the shower head, where the connector connects the shower head to a water pipe; a first nozzle extending from a first side of a connector attached to the end of the shower head; a first tube extending from the first nozzle into a bottom of a first canister; a second nozzle extending from a second side of a connector attached to the end of the shower head; and a second tube extending from the second nozzle into a bottom of a second canister, wherein in the first canister and second canister includes a cleaning fluid and said cleaning fluid flows through each respective tube into water flow through the connector. The first nozzle enables release of cleaning fluid from the first canister to the first tube and the second nozzle enables release of cleaning fluid from the second canister to the second tube. In one particular embodiment, the first canister includes a body wash and the second canister includes a shampoo. 1. A shower head assembly for cleaning fluid integration comprising:a) a shower head, where the shower head is attachable to a water pipe;b) a connector at a connection end of the shower head, where the connector connects the shower head to a water pipe;c) a first nozzle extending from a first side of a connector attached to the end of the shower head;d) a first tube extending from the first nozzle into a bottom of a first canister, wherein the first tube is adapted to allow a gravitational flow of a cleaning fluid from the first canister;e) a second nozzle extending from a second side of a connector attached to the end of the shower head; andf) a second tube extending from the second nozzle into a bottom of a second canister, wherein the second tube is adapted to allow a gravitational flow of a cleaning fluid from the second canister, and said cleaning fluid is adapted to flows through ...

DIFFUSION DEVICE WITH REPLACEABLE CARTRIGE

A removable replaceable cartridge for use with a liquid diffusing device. The cartridge includes a venturi, a conduit extending to the venturi, a mixing area and an outlet path for atomizing and dispersing a liquid within the cartridge. A diffusion device including a removable replaceable cartridge received within a housing. The housing includes a source of compressed gas which is directed into the cartridge. A venturi head with a unitary body for use with a diffusion device. 1. A cartridge for use with a liquid diffusing device , the diffusing device including a flow of gas , the cartridge comprising:a reservoir and a diffusion head permanently attached to the reservoir;the reservoir defining an interior space partially filled with a liquid to be diffused and a head space above the liquid within the reservoir; a venturi opening into the head space;', 'a conduit including a first end extending below the liquid level in the reservoir, a second end of the conduit adjacent to and in fluid communication with the venturi;', 'a cartridge inlet in fluid communication with the venturi and permitting the flow of gas into the venturi, the venturi configured to permit gas to flow from the cartridge inlet through the venturi and into the head space of the reservoir;', 'an outlet in fluid communication with the head space permitting gas within the head space to enter an outlet cavity;', 'wherein the outlet comprises an outlet cavity extending between an outlet cavity inlet into the head space and an outlet cavity outlet; and,', 'the cartridge inlet and the outlet cavity configured to selectively prevent liquid from within the reservoir from exiting the cartridge;, 'the diffusion head comprisingthe outlet further including a one way flow device mounted in the outlet cavity that prevents liquid that has not been diffused from passing through the outlet cavity and out of the cartridge; andthe outlet cavity further including a transverse bulkhead positioned between the outlet cavity ...

DISPENSER FOR CONCENTRATED CLEANING SOLUTION

A dispenser includes a housing, a cartridge, and a pump assembly. The housing has a first liquid disposed therein, and the cartridge has a second liquid disposed therein. The pump assembly includes a tube. The first liquid is drawn from the housing into the tube through a first inlet in the tube when the pump assembly is actuated, and the second liquid is drawn from the cartridge into the tube through a second inlet in the tube when the pump assembly is actuated. The first and second liquids are combined within the tube to form a mixture. 1. A dispenser , comprising:a housing having a first liquid disposed therein;a cartridge having a second liquid disposed therein; anda pump assembly comprising a tube, wherein the tube comprises a first inlet and a second inlet;wherein the first liquid is drawn from the housing into the tube through the first inlet in the tube when the pump assembly is actuated, wherein the second liquid is drawn from the cartridge into the tube through the second inlet in the tube when the pump assembly is actuated, and wherein the first and second liquids are combined within the tube to form a mixture.2. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the cartridge is positioned within the housing.3. The dispenser of claim 2 , wherein the tube extends through the cartridge.4. The dispenser of claim 3 , further comprising a valve coupled to the tube that allows the first liquid to pass therethrough in a first direction but prevents the second liquid from passing therethrough in a second claim 3 , opposing direction.5. The dispenser of claim 4 , wherein the first inlet is an axial opening claim 4 , wherein the second inlet is a radial opening claim 4 , and wherein the first inlet is positioned below the second inlet.6. The dispenser of claim 5 , wherein the first inlet and the second inlet are sized such that a ratio of the first liquid to the second liquid in the mixture is from about 7:1 to about 50:1.7. The dispenser of claim 1 , wherein the first liquid ...

Method For Nozzle Flow Detection

With the use of a low cost microphone mounted at each nozzle, a sound signature of the nozzles may be captured and stored to be used as a continuous indicator of any changes in the flow rate of the nozzles. By measuring changes in sound at each nozzle, it is possible to determine the change in flow before a change in pressure manifests into a problem in the system. The change in sound will oftentimes be significant for plugged nozzles, or nozzles that have excessive wear and flow at too high of a rate. The invention has the advantage of being relatively low cost with ceramic microphones, for example, and with little or no moving parts required. A closed loop control system may be included to compensate for nozzle degradation. 1. A method for nozzle flow detection comprising:discharging a fluid at an outlet of a spray nozzle assembly;using a microphone positioned proximal to the outlet to communicate acoustic data corresponding to the discharge of the fluid at the outlet;holding a calibration measurement in a data structure, the calibration measurement corresponding to a discharge of fluid at the outlet, the calibration measurement being derived from acoustic data provided by the microphone; andreceiving a flow measurement corresponding to a discharge of fluid at the outlet, the flow measurement being derived from acoustic data provided by the microphone; andcomparing the flow measurement to the calibration measurement to determine an error.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising generating an alert when the error is greater than a predetermined tolerance. This is a divisional of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/267,409, filed Sep. 16, 2016, which claims benefit from U.S. provisional patent application Ser. No. 62/219,908, entitled “Nozzle Flow Detection System,” filed Sep. 17, 2015, which is incorporated herein by reference.The present invention relates generally to agricultural implements, and in particular, to spray systems providing nozzle flow detection ...

AN ADJUSTABLE JET VALVE

An adjustable jet valve includes a valve body containing a cold water opening, a hot water opening and a mixed water opening for outputting mixed water; a spray nozzle arranged in the valve body includes a cold water inlet and a cold water outlet connected to a cold water channel of a valve by means of the cold water opening; a spray needle assembled inside the spray nozzle forms a cold water inflow space with an inner chamber of the spray nozzle, and forms a cold water spray outlet with the cold water outlet of the spray nozzle; and a throat pipe connected to the mixed water opening of the valve body for guiding the mixed water to flow into a device using mixed water. 1. An adjustable jet valve , comprising:a valve body, provided with a cold water port, a hot water port and a mixing outlet for mixed water disposed thereon;a nozzle disposed in said valve body, having a cold water inlet communicated with a cold water passage of a valve through said cold water port, and a cold water outlet;a needle assembled in said nozzle, forming a cold water inflow space with an inner cavity of said nozzle, and forming a cold water jetting outlet with said cold water outlet; anda throat pipe disposed in connection with said mixing outlet of said valve body, adapted for discharging mixed water;wherein said needle is unmovable in the axial direction of said adjustable jet valve; said nozzle is movable in the axial direction of said adjustable jet valve; and fluid flow rates of said cold water inflow space, said hot water port and said cold water jetting outlet may be adjusted simultaneously through axially adjusting said nozzle.2. The adjustable jet valve according to claim 1 , further comprising a rotatable member rotatably disposed in said valve body in a sealing manner; said rotatable member may be axially movable relative to said nozzle and fitted therewith through an axially adjusting mechanism claim 1 , so as to displace said nozzle in the axial direction of said needle by the ...

Metering device and metering method

A metering device (4, 82, 96) for metering a fluid includes a common supply line (6) and multiple discharge lines (20). To improve the metering process, the metering device (4, 82, 96) includes multiple delivery devices (18) each having a cavity (24) for receiving the fluid and a piston (26) for displacing the fluid, wherein each of the multiple delivery devices (18) is connected on the inlet side to the common supply line (6) and is connected on the outlet side to one of the multiple discharge lines (20).

System and Method for Conveying an Agricultural Formulation

The present invention relates to a system for delivering an agricultural formulation, having a container () for holding the agricultural formulation, the container () having a removal opening (), a delivery unit (), securely fastened in or to the container (), for delivering the agricultural formulation located in the container () through the removal opening (). The system also comprises a drive unit which, in order to drive the delivery unit (), separately from the delivery unit (), is coupled detachably to the delivery unit (), wherein the drive unit has a hydraulic unit (), which comprises a cylinder chamber (), a piston () that is movable back and forth in the cylinder chamber (), and an outlet opening () for a hydraulic fluid, and has a hydraulic line () which is coupled to the outlet opening () and able to be coupled to the delivery unit (). In the system according to the invention, the hydraulic fluid is water or rapidly biodegradable. Furthermore, the hydraulic unit has a further cylinder chamber for driving the piston by means of a further hydraulic fluid. The invention also relates to a method for delivering an agricultural formulation. 112-. (canceled)13. A system for delivering an agricultural formulation , having a container for holding the agricultural formulation , the container having a removal opening ,a delivery unit, securely fastened in or to the container, for delivering the agricultural formulation located in the container through the removal opening), anda drive unit which, in order to drive the delivery unit, separately from the delivery unit, is coupled detachably to the delivery unit,wherein the drive unit has a hydraulic unit), which comprises a cylinder chamber, a piston) that is movable back and forth in the cylinder chamber, and an outlet opening for a hydraulic fluid, and a hydraulic line which is coupled to the outlet opening and able to be coupled to the delivery unit,whereinthe hydraulic fluid is water or rapidly biodegradable,the ...

METHOD FOR APPLYING WAX TO A VEHICLE

A method of applying a polish formulation to a vehicle. A water hose is connected at one end to a water source and at the other end it is connected to a siphon-sprayer having a polish formulation in its container. The polish formulation includes polish emulsions. The water is turned on and flows from the water source through the water hose and then through the siphon-sprayer. The polish formulation is siphoned up from the siphon-sprayer to form a polish formulation and water mixture that is then sprayed onto the vehicle. After application of the polish formulation and water mixture, no further step of buffing or wiping is required. In one preferred embodiment, the polish emulsion is a cationically charged wax emulsion. 1) A method for applying a polish to a vehicle , said method comprising the steps of:A. connecting a water hose to a siphon-sprayer with polish formulation container,B. pouring a polish formulation into said container, said polish formulation comprising at least one polish emulsion,C. allowing water to flow from a water source through said water hose and through said siphon-sprayer,D. siphoning said polish formulation up from said siphon-sprayer to mix with the flowing water, andE. spraying said polish formulation and water mixture onto said vehicle.2) The method as in claim 1 , wherein said polish formulation further comprises water to decease viscosity.3) The method as in claim 1 , wherein said polish formulation is wax formulation and said polish emulsion comprises at least one wax emulsion.4) The method as in claim 1 , wherein said polish formulation is silicone formulation and said polish emulsion comprises at least one silicone emulsion.5) The method as in claim 3 , wherein said at least one wax emulsion is a cationically charged wax emulsion.6) The method as in claim 3 , wherein said at least one wax emulsion is a anionically charged wax emulsion.7) The method as in claim 3 , wherein said at least one wax emulsion is a nonionically charged wax ...

PAINT DELIVERY SYSTEM

A paint delivery system includes a container forming an inner area; an insert having a cylindrical top of a first diameter and a cylindrical bottom of a second diameter and being tapered from the top to the bottom, the insert further having a lip extending around the top; and a tightening device extending through the lip to secure the insert within the inner area of the container by securing the lip to a top of the container; a paint dispenser having an elongated siphoning means to extend within the container and insert and to extract paint from within the insert; the insert and siphoning means create a pressure differential within the insert that facilitates extraction of the paint from the insert. 1. A paint delivery system , comprising:a container forming an inner area; a lip extending around the top; and', 'a tightening device extending through the lip and configured to secure the insert within the inner area of the container by securing the lip to a top of the container;, 'an insert having a cylindrical top of a first diameter and a cylindrical bottom of a second diameter and being tapered from the top to the bottom, the insert further havinga paint dispenser having an elongated siphoning means configured to extend within the container and insert and configured to extract paint from within the insert;wherein the insert and siphoning means create a pressure differential within the insert that facilitates extraction of the paint from the insert.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the lip of the insert is configured to curve to an outside of the container and secure thereto via the tightening means.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a channel having a concave bottom surface and connected to the lip of the insert;wherein the channel is configured to direct fluid flow into the insert.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the tightening means comprises:a wingnut configured to tighten to the container.4. A method claim 1 , comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': ' ...

SMART WASH

This invention relates to a device dispensing a solution of liquid additive with water through a shower faucet, having a head of shower faucet adapted for dispensing solution of liquid additive with water through an outlet passage. A liquid additive container has at least one compartment filled with a liquid additive and operably coupled to a main inlet tube of shower faucet to be and also to a suction tube configured on the liquid additive container for impelling the liquid additive into main inlet tube. The control of flow rate of liquid additive into main inlet tube is done by a control box operably coupled to dispensing device and main inlet tube and controls the amount and passage of liquid additive to be incorporated into main inlet tube and also capable of controlling plurality of liquid additive containers. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. A device to dispense a solution of liquid additive with water through a shower faucet , wherein said device comprises:a head of said shower faucet having an inlet and an outlet passages wherein said head of said shower faucet is adapted for dispensing said solution of liquid additive with water through said outlet passage;at least one liquid additive container operably coupled to a main inlet tube of said shower faucet;a suction tube configured on said liquid additive container wherein said suction tube impels said liquid additive into said main inlet tube; and 'a switch that is adapted to regulate flow of said solution of liquid additive.', 'a control box operably coupled to said dispensing device and main inlet tube wherein said control box adaptively controls the amount and passage of said liquid additive to be incorporated into said main inlet tube, wherein said control box further comprises12. The device as claimed in claim 11 , wherein said main inlet tube of dispensing device is configured to accommodate a plurality ...

Essential oil atomizer

An essential oil reflux-type atomizer comprising the following structures: a chassis, housing, atomization chamber, gas pump, gas tube, gas nozzle, oil nozzle, and filter atomization mechanism. Oil and gas flow together at the gas and oil nozzles to disperse and atomize the oil in the gas flow. A heater is used to raise the temperature of the oil where it is atomized, either by heating the oil itself or by heating the gas flowing into the oil. Thus, the atomizer can have improved performance, especially with essential oils having high viscosity and molecular weight.

Foam/liquid applicator with an internal lighting system and a carwash system having the foam/liquid applicator

A foam/liquid applicator system for an automated carwash has at least one foam generator with a first end, a second end, a first input for receiving air, and a second input for receiving a detergent mixture. The foam generator transforms the air and the detergent mixture into foam. A light chamber is attached to the first end of said foam generator and receives the foam formed in the foam generator, the light chamber has a plurality of openings for dispensing. A light bar is disposed in the light chamber and has a plurality of lights for illuminating the foam as it is expelled via the openings.

LIQUID-MIXING APPARATUS AND LIQUID-MIXING METHOD

A liquid-mixing apparatus used in a liquid-mixing method comprises a plurality of supply valves provided to a cylinder. The supply valves make it possible to individually supply a plurality of types of liquids into a retention chamber. Each of the supply valves is configured so as to be switchable between an open state, in which the interior of a supply channel via which a liquid is supplied and the interior of the retention chamber intercommunicate, and a closed state, in which communication between the supply channel and the retention chamber is blocked. A piston moves in the direction in which the volume of the retention chamber increases while at least one of the supply valves is in the open state, whereby a liquid is drawn into the storage chamber. 1. A liquid mixing apparatus configured to mix a plurality of types of liquids , the liquid mixing apparatus comprising:a cylinder;a piston slidably disposed in an interior of the cylinder so as to form, inside the cylinder, a storage chamber in which the plurality of types of liquids are capable of being stored;a stirring member disposed inside the storage chamber and which is capable of stirring the plurality of types of liquids inside the storage chamber; anda plurality of supply valves provided on the cylinder and which are capable of individually supplying the plurality of types of liquids into the storage chamber;wherein the liquids are drawn into an interior of the storage chamber from the supply valves, by the piston undergoing movement in a direction in which a volume inside the storage chamber increases.2. The liquid mixing apparatus according to claim 1 , the stirring member further comprising:a rotating shaft extending along an axial direction of the piston; andblade members extending radially outward from the rotating shaft;wherein the blade members are located in a vicinity of an end surface of the cylinder that constitutes the storage chamber, and is positioned from an opposite side of the piston.3. ...

CLEANING FIXTURES AND METHODS OF CLEANING COMPONENTS USING CLEANING FIXTURES

Cleaning fixtures for a component(s) are disclosed. The cleaning fixtures may include a first and second component recess configured to receive a first and second component, respectively. Each component recess may be defined between a first and second member of the cleaning fixture. The cleaning fixture may also include a first solvent conduit in fluid communication with the first component recess, and a second solvent conduit in fluid communication with the second component recess. The first and second solvent conduit may include physical characteristic(s) configured to control delivery of solvent into the respective component recess at desired fluid parameter(s). The cleaning fixture may also include a first gas conduit in fluid communication with the first component recess, and a second gas conduit in fluid communication with the second component recess. Each of the first and second gas conduit may deliver a pressurized gas to the respective component recess. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. A method of cleaning at least one component using a cleaning fixture , the method comprising:releasably coupling a first member of the cleaning fixture to a second member of the cleaning fixture, the first member and the second member defining a first component recess for receiving a first component therein and a second component recess for receiving a second component therein; the first component recess via a first solvent conduit in fluid communication with the first component recess, and', 'the second component recess via a second solvent conduit in fluid communication with the second component recess; and, 'delivering a solvent at a desired fluid parameter to the first component recess via a first gas conduit in fluid communication with the first component recess, and', 'the second component recess via a second gas conduit in fluid communication with the second component ...

PAINT SPRAYER

According to one embodiment, an apparatus comprises a paint container, a paint sprayer assembly, movable grip members, and a ring. The paint container has an outer diameter. The paint sprayer assembly includes a housing having an air inlet and a nozzle located on the housing. The movable grip members are supported on the housing in a circular array having an inner diameter greater than the outer diameter of the paint container. The ring extends circumferentially about the circular array of grip members. The ring is supported on the housing for rotation relative to the housing, and is configured to move the grip members to a condition in which the inner diameter of the circular array is not greater than the outer diameter of the paint container upon rotation of the ring relative to the housing. 132-. (canceled)33. A paint sprayer assembly comprising:a housing defining an air motor compartment;a paint container configured for selective coupling with the housing;a nozzle supported by the housing;an air inlet supported by the housing;a paint siphon line; andan air motor assembly disposed at least partially within the air motor compartment, the air motor assembly comprising an air motor and a paint pump coupled with the air motor, the air motor coupled with the air inlet and defining an exhaust air vent hole, and the paint pump in fluid communication with the nozzle and the paint siphon line such that the paint pump is configured to siphon paint from the paint container, through the paint siphon line, and outward through the nozzle;wherein the housing defines an air flow path extending from the exhaust air vent hole to the paint container, to facilitate pressurization of the paint container by air exhausted by the air motor.34. The paint sprayer assembly of wherein:the housing comprises a handle portion;the air flow path extends through the handle portion; andthe paint siphon line extends through the handle portion.35. The paint sprayer assembly of wherein the housing ...

PRESSURE WASHING SYSTEM WITH SELECTIVE FLUID INJECTION FEATURES

A system for pressurizing and dispensing one or more fluids is provided. A chemical or cleaning agent is connected to a high pressure pump to entrain a first volume or flow of fluid with a cleaning agent. The cleaning agent or chemical is applied to the system and flow path of the system at various different locations. Spray guns and washing wands for use with various systems are also provided. 1. A spray gun for dispensing a fluid , the spray gun comprising:a first fluid inlet operable to receive a supply of first fluid from a source;a first fluid outlet operable to dispense the first fluid from the gun;a first fluid conduit extending between the first fluid inlet and the first fluid outlet and at least partially defining a fluid flow path;a valve provided in a fluid flow path between the first fluid inlet and the first fluid outlet, the valve being operable to selectively prevent a fluid from exiting the first fluid outlet;a first trigger interconnected to and operable to activate the valve;a fluid storage container comprising an internal volume, a second fluid inlet and a piston, the piston being operable to apply a pressure to a stored fluid provided within the internal volume and to dispense the stored fluid through the second fluid outlet;a second fluid conduit extending from the internal volume and comprising a second fluid outlet, the second fluid outlet provided proximal to the first fluid outlet and operable to dispense the stored fluid into the first fluid after the first fluid has exited the first fluid outlet and such that the stored fluid is entrained with the first fluid to aid in cleaning operations.2. The spray gun of claim 1 , wherein the second fluid inlet comprises a fill port for the fluid storage container.3. The spray gun of claim 1 , wherein the fluid storage container comprises a second valve to control a flow of fluid exiting the fluid storage container.4. The spray gun of claim 1 , wherein the fluid storage container comprises a gauge to ...

METHOD FOR MONITORING AND/OR MODIFYING AN ACTIVE AGENT CONCENTRATION IN A SPRAY LIQUID OF A SPRAY DEVICE

A method for monitoring and/or modifying an active agent concentration in a spray liquid of a spray device including a plurality of spray nozzle units for deploying the spray liquid for agricultural purposes. The method includes receiving one property signal each including a piece of property information of the spray liquid detected with the aid of a sensor unit of the spray device in a through-flow area of one each of the spray nozzle units, an active agent concentration in the spray liquid being ascertainable using the piece of property information; and outputting an information signal to a display unit and/or a control signal to an intermixing unit and/or a delivery unit of the spray device as a function of the received piece of property information of the spray liquid and/or of an active agent concentration in the spray liquid ascertained using the piece of property information. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for monitoring and/or modifying an active agent concentration in a spray liquid of a spray device , the spray device including a plurality of spray nozzle units for deploying the spray liquid for agricultural purposes , the method comprising the following steps:receiving property signals, each of which includes a piece of property information of the spray liquid detected using a respective sensor unit situated in a through-flow area of a different respective one of the spray nozzle units of the spray device, an active agent concentration in the spray liquid being ascertainable using the piece of property information; andoutputting (i) an information signal to a display unit, and/or (ii) a control signal to an intermixing unit of the spray device and/or a delivery unit of the spray device, the outputting of the information signal and/or the control signal being a function of (i) the received pieces of property information of the spray liquid, and/or (ii) an active agent concentration in the spray liquid ascertained using the piece of property information, in ...

SPRAYING DEVICE AND METHOD

A spraying device for deploying liquids for agricultural purposes. The spraying device includes at least one spray nozzle for spraying the liquid and at least one mixing device, which includes at least one mixing chamber, at least one first inflow for a carrier liquid, at least two second inflows for different active agent liquids, and at least one outflow connected to the spray nozzle, connecting to the mixing chamber. It is provided that an actuatable valve is associated with each of the inflows. A device is also provided which actuates the valves during intended use in such a way that a constant volume flow results in the outflow regardless of the actuation of the valves/switching of the inflows. 113-. (canceled)14. A spraying device for deploying liquids for agricultural purposes , the spraying device comprising:at least one spray nozzle configured to spray the liquid;at least one mixing device, including at least one mixing chamber, at least one first inflow for a carrier liquid, at least two second inflows for different active agent liquids, and at least one outflow connected to the spray nozzle, the first and second inflows leading into the mixing chamber and the outflow leading out from the mixing chamber, wherein a respective actuatable valve is associated with each of the first and second inflows; anda device configured to actuate the respective valves during use in such a way that a constant volume flow results in the outflow regardless of the actuation of the respective valves and switching of the first and second inflows.15. The spraying device as recited in claim 14 , wherein the respective valves associated with the first and second inflows are each designed to be identical to one another.16. The spraying device as recited in claim 14 , further comprising:a respective pump device configured to deliver liquid is connected upstream from each of the respective valves, the pump devices being configured to each provide the same delivery pressure relative ...

SPRAY DEVICE

A spray device for deploying liquids, in particular for agricultural purposes. The spray device includes at least one spray nozzle for spraying the liquid and includes at least one mixing unit, which encompasses at least one mixing chamber. The mixing chamber includes at least one first inlet for a carrier liquid, at least one second inlet for an active agent liquid, and at least one outlet. The mixing unit encompasses at least one control member for setting a mixing ratio of carrier liquid and active agent liquid. The control member is rotatably mounted in the mixing chamber, a through-flow cross-section of at least the first inlet and/or the second inlet being set depending on the rotation position of the control member. 114-. (canceled)15. A spray device for deploying liquids for agricultural purposes , the spray device comprising:at least one spray nozzle for spraying the liquid; andat least one mixing unit including at least one mixing chamber, the mixing chamber including at least one first inlet for a carrier liquid, at least one second inlet for an active agent liquid, and at least one outlet, the mixing unit further including at least one control member for setting a mixing ratio of carrier liquid and active agent liquid, wherein the control member is rotatably mounted in the mixing chamber, a through-flow cross-section of at least the first inlet and/or the second inlet being set depending on a rotation position of the control member.16. The spray device as recited in claim 15 , wherein the control member is a camshaft and at least one of the first and second inlets includes a valve actuatable via the camshaft.17. The spray device as recited in claim 15 , wherein the valve includes a valve element which is movably mounted and spring-preloaded in a direction of the camshaft and rests tightly against a valve seat of the valve claim 15 , wherein the valve element closes the at least one of the first and second inlets claim 15 , in a state in which it is not ...

NOZZLE APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR USE THEREOF

Nozzle Assemblies and methods of use for producing a liquid jet are disclosed that may be permit adjustable time delays between mixing of fluids and observation of reactions. An example nozzle assembly includes: a housing having an inlet and an outlet and a first channel defined therebetween, where the housing includes a gas focusing aperture defining the housing outlet; an intermediate tube disposed within the first channel of the housing, where the intermediate tube has an inlet and an outlet and defines a second channel therebetween; and a central tube disposed within the second channel of the intermediate tube, where the central tube has an inlet and an outlet and defines a third channel therebetween, where the central tube outlet is longitudinally spaced apart from the intermediate tube outlet such that the intermediate tube outlet is disposed between the central tube outlet and the gas focusing aperture's inlet. 1. A nozzle assembly comprising:a housing having an inlet and an outlet and a first channel defined therebetween, wherein the housing includes a gas focusing aperture that defines the outlet of the housing;an intermediate tube disposed within the first channel of the housing, wherein the intermediate tube has an inlet and an outlet and defines a second channel therebetween; anda central tube disposed within the second channel of the intermediate tube, wherein the central tube has an inlet and an outlet and defines a third channel therebetween, wherein the outlet of the central tube is longitudinally spaced apart from the outlet of the intermediate tube such that the outlet of the intermediate tube is disposed between the outlet of the central tube and an inlet of the gas focusing aperture.2. The nozzle assembly of claim 1 , wherein the housing claim 1 , the intermediate tube and the central tube are arranged coaxially with respect to one another.3. The nozzle assembly of claim 1 , wherein an inner diameter of the housing is greater than an outer ...

METHOD FOR A SPRAY DEVICE

A method for monitoring and/or adjusting an active agent concentration in a spray liquid to be deployed via a spray device for agricultural purposes, an active agent and a carrier liquid being fed to a mixing unit of the spray device in order to blend the spray liquid. The method includes: receiving a first property signal including a piece of property information of the blended spray liquid detected using a first sensor unit, to ascertain an actual value of the property information of the spray liquid; receiving a second property signal including the piece of property information of the supplied carrier liquid detected using a second sensor unit of the spray device to ascertain a base value of the property information of the carrier liquid; and outputting an information signal to a display unit and/or a control signal to a delivery unit of the spray device. 117-. (canceled)18. A method for monitoring and/or adjusting an active agent concentration in a spray liquid to be deployed using a spray device , for agricultural purposes , an active agent and a carrier liquid being supplied to a mixing unit of the spray device to blend the spray liquid , the method comprising the following steps:receiving a first property signal including a piece of property information of the blended spray liquid detected using a first sensor unit, to ascertain an actual value of the property information of the spray liquid, an active agent concentration in the spray liquid being ascertainable using the property information;receiving a second property signal including a piece of property information of the supplied carrier liquid detected using a second sensor unit of the spray device, to ascertain a base value of the property information of the carrier liquid; andoutputting an information signal to a display unit and/or a control signal to a delivery unit of the spray device, the information signal and/or the control signal being output as a function of the ascertained actual value of the ...

ROBOTIC AGRICULTURAL SYSTEM AND METHOD

A robotic orchard spraying system having autonomous delivery vehicles (ADV), each autonomously delivering an amount of a premixed solution over a non-overlapping path verified by a forward-looking sensor, video, or both. Also, a mobile control center, configured to wirelessly inform the autonomous delivery vehicle of the path within the areas and to confirm that the autonomous delivery vehicle is following the path within the area. Additionally, a mapper vehicle generates the path within the area, the mapper vehicle being configured to communicate information about the path and the area to the command center. The mapper vehicle senses the path with a forward-looking LiDAR sensor, and senses the area with a GPS sensor. Moreover, a nurse truck has a reservoir of premixed solution for replenishing a tank of the ADV. ADVs and the control center communicate over a radio network, which may be a mesh network, a cellular network, or both. 120.-. (canceled)21. A command and control network for an agricultural robotic system , comprising:a cellular radio network coupling at least one autonomous delivery vehicle to a mobile control center and to at least one of: another autonomous delivery vehicle, a mapper, and a nurse truck;wherein the at least one autonomous delivery vehicle is configured to receive actionable information from the mobile control center and from at least one of: a mapper, a nurse truck, and another autonomous delivery vehicle; andwherein the at least one autonomous delivery vehicle is configured to transmit actionable information to a mobile control center and to at least one of: a nurse truck and another autonomous delivery vehicle.22. The command and control network of claim 21 , further comprising:a digital cellular radio network configured to provide inter-vehicle communication.23. The command and control network of claim 22 , wherein the digital cellular radio network further comprises: a radio repeater communications network.24. The command and control ...

Two component mixing module

A mixing module includes two inlets, an integrator, and a valve member. The integrator has two chambers each having a near end and a far end, and the valve member is movable between two positions. One of the inlets is connected to the near end of one of the chambers and the other inlet is connected to the near end of the other chamber when the valve is in one position. When the valve is in the other position, one of the inlets is disconnected from the chambers and the near ends of the chambers are connected.

HIGH-PRESSURE CLEANING APPARATUS

A high-pressure cleaning apparatus including a high-pressure pump that includes a suction chamber, at least one pump chamber in which liquid is pressurized, and a pressure chamber arranged downstream of the pump chamber is disclosed. The high-pressure pump includes a return line via which the pressure chamber is in flow communication with the suction chamber, and a valve unit by which a free cross-sectional area of the return line is changeable. The high-pressure cleaning apparatus also includes a drive unit associated with the valve unit, a control unit coupled to the drive unit and a pressure sensor coupled to the control unit for detecting liquid pressure on the pressure side of the pump chamber. Depending on the signal of the pressure sensor, the liquid pressure can be controllable to a predetermined or predeterminable liquid pressure by changing of the free cross-sectional area of the return line. 1. A high-pressure cleaning apparatus comprising a high-pressure pump that comprises a suction chamber , at least one pump chamber which is arranged downstream thereof and in which liquid is pressurized , and a pressure chamber arranged downstream of the pump chamber , wherein the high-pressure pump comprises a return line via which the pressure chamber is in flow communication with the suction chamber , and a valve unit by which a free cross-sectional area of the return line is changeable , wherein the high-pressure cleaning apparatus comprises a drive unit associated with the valve unit , a control unit coupled to the drive unit and a pressure sensor which is coupled to the control unit and by which a liquid pressure is detectable on the pressure side of the pump chamber , and wherein , depending on the signal of the pressure sensor , the liquid pressure is controllable to a predetermined or predeterminable liquid pressure by changing of the free cross-sectional area of the return line.2. The high-pressure cleaning apparatus in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the ...

PRESSURE WASHER INCLUDING SPRAY GUN WITH MULTIPLE FLUID RESERVOIRS

Systems and apparatuses include a prime mover, a pump driven by the prime mover, and a sprayer receiving a flow of water from the pump. The sprayer includes a sprayer housing, a first fluid reservoir coupled to the sprayer housing, a second fluid reservoir coupled to the sprayer housing, a chemical selector coupled to the sprayer housing and movable between a first chemical position and a second chemical position, a high pressure selector coupled to the sprayer housing and movable between a high pressure position and a chemical spray position, and a nozzle assembly in communication with the chemical selector and the high pressure selector. 1. A pressure washer , comprising:a prime mover;a pump driven by the prime mover; and a sprayer housing,', 'a first fluid reservoir coupled to the sprayer housing,', 'a second fluid reservoir coupled to the sprayer housing,', 'a chemical selector coupled to the sprayer housing and movable between a first chemical position and a second chemical position,', 'a high pressure selector coupled to the sprayer housing and movable between a high pressure position and a chemical spray position, and', 'a nozzle assembly in communication with the chemical selector and the high pressure selector., 'a sprayer receiving a flow of water from the pump and including'}2. The pressure washer of claim 1 , wherein the nozzle assembly further includes a high pressure insert and a chemical insert claim 1 , andwherein when the high pressure selector is arranged in the high pressure position, the high pressure insert is not in fluid communication with the chemical selector.3. The pressure washer of claim 1 , wherein the chemical selector is further moveable to a no-chemical position claim 1 , andwherein when the chemical selector is arranged in the no-chemical position, fluid flow is inhibited between the first fluid reservoir, the second fluid reservoir, and the nozzle assembly.4. The pressure washer of claim 1 , wherein when the chemical selector is in ...

CONTAINER AND DEVICE FOR DISPENSING FLUID

A container (′) comprises: a cylindrical body (); a plunger () inserted into the body, the plunger being movable along the body; a plug () fixedly positioned within the body at a longitudinal distance from the plunger such that the body, the plug () and the plunger form a cavity (); a channel () leading through the plug; and a needle () connected with the channel (), a free end of the needle being positioned outside the cavity, wherein the needle is fully housed within the hollow cylindrical body. A dispensing device () for dispensing specific amounts of fluids comprises: at least one attachment means () for removably attaching a respective container (′) and at least one actuating device comprising at least one stem (), wherein each stem is movable to engage a respective container. 1. A container , comprising:a hollow cylindrical body;a plunger inserted into the body, the plunger being movable along a longitudinal axis of the body;a plug fixedly positioned within the body at a longitudinal distance from the plunger such that the body, the plug and the plunger form a cavity;a channel leading through the plug; anda needle fluidly connected with the channel, a free end of the needle being positioned outside the cavity,whereinthe needle is fully housed within the hollow cylindrical body.2. The container according to claim 1 , wherein the free end of the needle is level.3. The container according to claim 1 , wherein the needle has an inner diameter of at least 0.4 mm.4. The container according to claim 1 , wherein the needle has an inner diameter of not more than 0.55 mm.5. The container according to claim 1 , wherein the needle has a length of not more than 15 mm.6. The container according to claim 1 , wherein the channel is entirely formed by the needle.7. The container according to claim 1 , whereinthe container comprises a handling region for attaching the container, the handling region being made of metal; and whereinat least the hollow cylindrical body, the ...

DISCHARGE UNIT FOR DISCHARGING A FINAL LIQUID HAVING A DEFINED MIXING RATIO

The invention relates to a discharge unit (″) for discharging a final liquid having a defined final mixing ratio, in particular for agricultural purposes, having a first pre-mixing unit (), which is designed to mix a first liquid with a first carrier liquid, in particular water, to form a first pre-diluted liquid having a first defined pre-mixing ratio, a second pre-mixing unit (), which is designed to mix a second liquid with a second carrier liquid, in particular water, to form a second pre-diluted liquid having a second defined pre-mixing ratio, and a final mixing unit (), which is designed to mix the first pre-diluted liquid with the second pre-diluted liquid to form the final liquid to be discharged having a defined final mixing ratio. 110101010. A discharge unit (; ′; ″; ′″) for discharging a final liquid having a defined final mixing ratio , the discharge unit comprising:{'b': '12', 'a first pre-mixing unit (), which is designed to mix a first liquid with a first carrier liquid to form a first pre-diluted liquid having a first defined pre-mixing ratio,'}{'b': '14', 'a second pre-mixing unit (), which is designed to mix a second liquid with a second carrier liquid to form a second pre-diluted liquid having a second defined pre-mixing ratio, and'}{'b': 20', '22, 'a final mixing unit (, ), which is designed to mix the first pre-diluted liquid with the second pre-diluted liquid to form the final liquid for discharge having the defined final mixing ratio.'}2101010101214202252546062. The discharge unit (; ′; ″; ′″) as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first pre-mixing unit () claim 1 , the second pre-mixing unit () claim 1 , or both are fluidically connected to the final mixing unit ( claim 1 , ) by means of in each case one fluidic connection line ( claim 1 , ; claim 1 , ).31010101024263234. The discharge unit (; ′; ″; ′″) as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a first liquid tank () for the first liquid claim 1 , a second liquid tank () for the second liquid ...

DIFFUSION DEVICE WITH REPLACEABLE CARTRIGE

A removable replaceable cartridge for use with a liquid diffusing device. The cartridge includes a venturi, a conduit extending to the venturi, a mixing area and an outlet path for atomizing and dispersing a liquid within the cartridge. A diffusion device including a removable replaceable cartridge received within a housing. The housing includes a source of compressed gas which is directed into the cartridge. A venturi head with a unitary body for use with a diffusion device. 1. A cartridge for use with a liquid diffusing device , the diffusing device including a flow of gas , the cartridge comprising:a reservoir and a diffusion head permanently attached to the reservoir;the reservoir defining an interior space partially filled with a liquid to be diffused and a head space above the liquid within the reservoir; a venturi opening into the head space;', 'a conduit including a first end extending below the liquid level in the reservoir, a second end of the conduit adjacent to and in fluid communication with the venturi;', 'a cartridge inlet in fluid communication with the venturi and permitting the flow of gas into the venturi, the venturi configured to permit gas to flow from the cartridge inlet through the venturi and into the head space of the reservoir;', 'an outlet in fluid communication with the head space permitting gas within the head space to enter an outlet cavity;', 'wherein the outlet comprises an outlet cavity extending between an outlet cavity inlet into the head space and an outlet cavity outlet; and,', 'the cartridge inlet and the outlet cavity configured to selectively prevent liquid from within the reservoir from exiting the cartridge;, 'the diffusion head comprisingthe outlet further including a one way flow device mounted in the outlet cavity that prevents liquid that has not been diffused from passing through the outlet cavity and out of the cartridge; andthe outlet cavity further including a transverse bulkhead positioned between the outlet cavity ...

Undercarriage Washing Assembly

An undercarriage washing assembly includes a base that may be rolled along a support surface. Thus, the base may be rolled beneath an undercarriage of a vehicle. A plurality of wheels is provided. Each of the wheels is rotatably coupled to the base to roll along the support surface. A handle is movably coupled to the base. A spray unit is coupled between the handle and the base. The spray unit may be coupled to a fluid source to deliver a fluid onto the undercarriage thereby facilitating the undercarriage to be cleaned. The spray unit includes a reservoir. The reservoir may contain a detergent thereby facilitating the spray unit to deliver the detergent to the undercarriage. 1. An undercarriage washing assembly being configured to wash an undercarriage of a vehicle , said assembly comprising:a base being configured to be rolled along a support surface thereby facilitating said base to be rolled beneath an undercarriage of a vehicle;a plurality of wheels, each of said wheels being rotatably coupled to said base wherein each of said wheels is configured to roll along the support surface;a handle being movably coupled to said base wherein said handle is configured to be manipulated; anda spray unit being coupled between said handle and said base, spray unit being configured to be coupled to a fluid source wherein said spray unit is configured to deliver a fluid onto the undercarriage thereby facilitating the undercarriage to be cleaned, said spray unit including a reservoir, said reservoir being configured to contain a detergent thereby facilitating said spray unit to deliver the detergent to the undercarriage.2. The assembly according to claim 1 , wherein said base has a top wall and a peripheral wall extending downwardly from said top wall claim 1 , said top wall having an outer edge claim 1 , said outer edge having a plurality of intersecting sides such that said top wall has a triangular shape claim 1 , said peripheral wall being coextensive with said outer edge ...

Apparatus for preparing and applying a foliar spray

The invention relates to an apparatus for applying foliar spray and more specifically, but not exclusively, to an apparatus for applying a carbon rich foliar spray. The apparatus ( 1 ) includes supply means ( 2 ) for supplying water ( 3 ) to the apparatus. The supply means ( 2 ) is in the form of a water tank ( 4 ) with pipe ( 5 ) extending from the tank, through a reverse osmosis water filtration unit ( 12 ), pump ( 6 ), and valve ( 7 ). A solute container ( 8 ) for holding solute ( 9 ) in the form an electrolyte solution of sodium ions (Na+) and bicarbonate ions (HCO 3 —) formed by mixing sodium bicarbonate and water ( 3 ) from the supply means ( 2 ). The combinatory part ( 10 ) is connected to an ion exchange part ( 15 ) through valve ( 19 ), pipe ( 17 ) and pump ( 18 ). The prepared solution is the product of passing the diluted electrolyte solution ( 11 ) through the ion exchange column ( 15 ). The prepared solution now contains mostly negatively charged bicarbonate anions (HCO 3 —) and may be applied to the foliage of plants ( 26 ) through pump ( 27 ), pipes ( 28 ), and finally micro sprayers ( 29 ).

ESSENTIAL OIL ATOMIZER

An essential oil reflux-type atomizer comprising the following structures: a chassis, housing, atomization chamber, gas pump, gas tube, gas nozzle, oil nozzle, and filter atomization mechanism. Oil and gas flow together at the gas and oil nozzles to disperse and atomize the oil in the gas flow. A heater is used to raise the temperature of the oil where it is atomized, either by heating the oil itself or by heating the gas flowing into the oil. Thus, the atomizer can have improved performance, especially with essential oils having high viscosity and molecular weight. 1. An essential oil atomizer , comprising:a housing configured to connect to an oil receptacle, the housing having an outlet opening;a nozzle assembly configured to be in fluid communication with a gas source and configured to be in fluid communication with oil in the oil receptacle to atomize the oil with gas from the gas source;a cover movable between a first position in which the outlet opening is unsealed and a second position in which the outlet opening is sealed by the cover.2. The essential oil atomizer of claim 1 , further comprising:the gas source, the gas source comprising a gas pump;an energy source positioned in the housing and electrically connected to the gas pump;wherein gas emitted from the gas pump is configured to pass through the nozzle assembly to atomize oil in the nozzle assembly;wherein atomized oil and gas is movable through the outlet opening when the cover is in the first position.3. The essential oil atomizer of claim 1 , wherein the cover comprises a plunger portion insertable into the outlet opening.4. The essential oil atomizer of claim 1 , wherein the cover comprises an outer shell portion surrounding a portion of the housing when the cover is in the second position.5. The essential oil atomizer of claim 1 , further comprising an inner cover positioned on a portion of the housing bearing the outlet opening.6. The essential oil atomizer of claim 1 , wherein at least one of ...

Coating apparatus.

A coating apparatus is disclosed for applying an activated coating onto an internal surface of a conduit, the coating being activated by mixing at least a first and a second component. The apparatus includes a high-pressure mix gun for mixing the at least first and second components such that the activated coating is generated. A rotary atomizer is operatively connected to and cooperates with the high pressure mix gun for receiving the activated coating from the high pressure mix gun. The rotary atomizer cooperates with the activated coating such that the activated coating is atomized so that application of the atomized activated coating onto the internal surface of the conduit is permitted. 1. A coating apparatus for applying an activated coating onto an internal surface of a conduit , the coating being activated by mixing at least a first and a second component , said apparatus comprising:a high-pressure mix gun for mixing the at least first and second components such that the activated coating is generated;a rotary atomizer operatively connected to and cooperating with said high pressure mix gun for receiving the activated coating from said high pressure mix gun; andsaid rotary atomizer cooperating with the activated coating such that the activated coating is atomized so that application of the atomized activated coating onto the internal surface of the conduit is permitted.2. A coating apparatus as set forth in wherein said high-pressure mix gun includes:a housing defining a first and a second inlet;said first inlet being in fluid communication with the first component;said second inlet being in fluid communication with the second component;said housing defining a mixing chamber which is in fluid communication with said first and said second inlet;said housing defining a bore having a first and a second end, said bore being in fluid communication with said mixing chamber;a rod having a first and a second extremity, said rod slidably extending through said bore ...

Robotic agricultural system and method

A robotic orchard spraying system having autonomous delivery vehicles (ADV), each autonomously delivering an amount of a premixed solution over a non-overlapping path verified by a forward-looking sensor, video, or both. Also, a mobile control center, configured to wirelessly inform the autonomous delivery vehicle of the path within the areas and to confirm that the autonomous delivery vehicle is following the path within the area. Additionally, a mapper vehicle generates the path within the area, the mapper vehicle being configured to communicate information about the path and the area to the command center. The mapper vehicle senses the path with a forward-looking LiDAR sensor, and senses the area with a GPS sensor. Moreover, a nurse truck has a reservoir of premixed solution for replenishing a tank of the ADV. ADVs and the control center communicate over a radio network, which may be a mesh network, a cellular network, or both.

Nozzle Of Spray Gun

A nozzle of a spray gun includes an air cap, a board, a cover and a nozzle. The air cap has a central path. The central path has a first inner periphery and a second inner periphery which is larger than the first inner periphery. Two guide faces each are a tapered face which is connected between the first and second inner peripheries of the central path of the air cap. The two guide faces are located symmetrically relative to the central path. Two air holes are respectively defined between the two guide faces and the nozzle. The air flow from the guide faces interests the air flow form the air holes to increase the range of the air flow to guide the paint in the paint path to be ejected from the nozzle. 1. A nozzle of a spray gun , comprising:an air cap having a central path, multiple sub-paths and multiple air paths, the central path being a circular hole and defined centrally through the air cap, the air paths located around the central path, two protrusions extending from a front face of the air cap and each having the air paths defined therethrough;a board located on a rear face of the air cap and having multiple apertures defined therethrough;a cover threadedly adapted to be connected to a front end of a spray gun to position the air cap and the board;a nozzle adapted to be located at the front end of the spay gun and having a paint path and a probe which extends through the board, the central path of the air cap and the cover, andthe central path of the air cap having a first inner periphery and a second inner periphery which is larger than the first inner periphery, the first inner periphery located at the front end of the air cap, both of the first and second inner peripheries of the central path being a circular hole, two guide faces each being a tapered face which is connected between the first and second inner peripheries of the central path of the air cap, the two guide faces located symmetrically relative to the central path, two air holes respectively ...

COMPOSITION FOR PRODUCING FILLERS AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING AND PROCESSING THE FILLERS

A composition for producing a putty. The composition includes a binder component with 40 to 95 wt.-% of an epoxy resin based on a total mass of the binder component, a hardener component with 5 to 70 wt.-% of an NH-group-containing compound relative to a total mass of the hardener component, and 0.1 to 15 wt.-% of synthetic hollow bodies based on a total mass of the putty. The synthetic hollow bodies have a density of 0.005 to 0.8 g/cm 1. A composition for producing a putty , the composition comprising:a binder component comprising 40 to 95 wt.-% of an epoxy resin based on a total mass of the binder component;a hardener component comprising 5 to 70 wt.-% of an NH-group-containing compound relative to a total mass of the hardener component; and{'sup': '3', '0.1 to 15 wt.-% of synthetic hollow bodies based on a total mass of the putty, the synthetic hollow bodies having a density of 0.005 to 0.8 g/cm.'}2. The composition as recited in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 ,the binder component comprises a glycidyl ether of bisphenol A, a glycidyl ether of bisphenol F, or mixtures thereof, andthe hardener component comprises an aliphatic amine, a cycloaliphatic amine, an amide, an amido amine, or mixtures thereof.3. The composition as recited in claim 1 , wherein the hardener component is selected so that the putty mass reacts or hardens completely at room temperature.4. The composition as recited in claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises 0.1 to 4 wt.-% of the synthetic hollow bodies based on the total mass of the putty.5. The composition as recited in claim 1 , wherein the synthetic hollow bodies are hollow spheres.6. The composition as recited in claim 1 , wherein the putty further comprises 43.2 to <90 wt.-% of a filling material relative to the total mass of the putty.7. The composition as recited in claim 1 , wherein the binder component and the hardener component are provided in a molar ratio of 0.5:1.5 based on a ratio of epoxy groups of the at least one epoxy resin to ...

NOZZLE

A nozzle ejecting liquid and nozzle device ejecting a liquid upon mixing an abrasive into a liquid jet stream, obtains a converged jet stream. A nozzle includes: a main body; a buffer chamber in the body, whose central axis is an axis line being the liquid jet stream central line; a constrictor part ejecting the liquid, in a buffer chamber plane on a buffer chamber front side and whose central axis is the axis line; a disk plate inside the buffer chamber, facing the plane on the buffer chamber front side and whose central axis is the axis line; a supporting member supporting the disk plate within the buffer chamber; a supply opening in the body supplying the liquid; and an inflow channel along a direction different from the axis line extending direction, opened on a disk plate rear side and the buffer chamber and communicating with the opening. 1. A nozzle adapted to eject liquid , comprising:a main body;a buffer chamber provided in the main body, whose central axis is an axis line serving as a center line of a jet stream of the liquid;a constrictor part adapted to eject the liquid, provided in a plane of the buffer chamber on one side according to a direction of the axis line and whose central axis is the axis line;a disk plate provided inside the buffer chamber, the disk plate facing the plane of the buffer chamber on the one side and whose central axis is the axis line;a supporting member adapted to support the disk plate within the buffer chamber;a supply opening provided in the main body, adapted to supply the liquid; andan inflow channel provided along a direction different from an extending direction of the axis line, the inflow channel opened on the other side of the disk plate and the buffer chamber opposite to the one side and communicating with the supply opening.2. The nozzle according to claim 1 , whereinthe buffer chamber has an internal space whose outer shape is of a cylinder.3. The nozzle according to claim 1 , whereinthe disk plate has a groove ...

SPRAY HEAD STRUCTURE SLIDABLY ASSEMBLED WITH A NUT

A spray head structure slidably assembled with a nut comprises a spray head, an air pipe, and a fixing nut. The fixing nut of the spray head may adjustably fix to the air pipe by screwing in and out. When fixing, one end of the outer threading section may be abutted against the washer to be deformed. The deformed washer may laterally press the air pipe so as to make the spray head fix to the air pipe. It may achieve that the liquid may be sucked normally and sprayed in normal high pressure. 1the spray head have an outlet member, the outlet member includes a hollow base, an outer threading section is formed at an inner edge of one end of the base, the outer threading section is screwed with an inner threading section of the fixing nut so that a tail end of the outer threading section is abutted against a washer of the fixing nut, an import end is formed in a bottom portion of the base, a head portion is formed at one end of the base, and a nuzzle is extended from the head portion;one end of the air pipe is arranged in the base of the spray head and the other end of the air pipe is detachably arranged a stop member; andone end of the fixing nut has an open end and the other end of the fixing end is passed through a central hole for providing the air pipe to pass through and stop at the stop member of the air pipe, a ring cavity is defined between the central hole and the inner threading section, one side of the ring cavity is formed a strop surface, the washer is received in the ring cavity, and one side of the washer is stopped be the stop surface.. A spray head structure slidably assembled with a nut, comprising a spray head, an air pipe, and a fixing nut, wherein: The present invention relates to a spray head, and more particularly to a spray head structure slidably assembled with a nut capable for adjusting the flow rate.The conventional spray head for washing or painting the surface of the object is connected with a pneumatic supply and a liquid supply. The air ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR APPLYING COVERING MATERIAL WITH AN AEROSOLIZATION SYSTEM

A method for effective and efficient water or wastewater aerosolization and industry specific and regulatory agency approved ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating solution dissemination over identified and specific areas that are to be addressed. The water or wastewater and industry or regulatory body specifically approved ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating reagent solution(s) is directed to an “Integrated Mobile Aerosolization System (IMAS)” or other system having a turbine and being integrated and mobile. The turbine is driven so as to generate a system of air. Integrated pumps are utilized to move the water or wastewater and industry or regulatory body specific and ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating reagent solution(s) to a series of nozzles that aerosolizes the water or wastewater and ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating reagent solution into the path of the system of air. The water or wastewater and ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating reagent solution form a mixture that is entrained in the system of air. The mixture of water or wastewater and ADC, soil stabilizing or penetrating reagent solution is directed over a specific area that is to be covered with an approved material. The water or wastewater and ADC, soil stabilization or penetrating reagent solution form that industry specific and regulatory body approved covering material that is applied to the specific area. 1. A method of applying a covering , stabilizing or penetrating reagent composition to a selected area comprising:directing water to an aerosolization system that includes a turbine and a turbine housing;driving the turbine and generating a system of air that moves through the turbine housing;pumping the water under pressure to a series of nozzles associated with the aerosolization system;mixing the covering, stabilizing or penetrating reagent composition with the water to form a water-composition mixture before the water is emitted from the nozzles;pumping the water-composition ...

CARRYING OUT A CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR A COOKING DEVICE

In a method for carrying out a cleaning procedure for a cooking appliance, a first tank of the cooking appliance is filled by a user with water. A first portion of water in the first tank is moved into a buffer store and then moved from the buffer store into a cooking chamber to provide a first treatment agent therein. The first treatment agent remains in the cooking chamber for a first time period. A second portion of water in the first tank is moved into the buffer store and the first treatment agent is moved into the first tank. The second portion of water in the buffer store is into the cooking chamber to provide a second treatment agent in the cooking chamber. The second treatment agent remains in the cooking chamber for a second time period and the second treatment agent is then moved into the first tank. 112-. (canceled)13. A method for carrying out a cleaning procedure for a cooking appliance , said method comprising:filling a first tank of the cooking appliance by a user with water,moving a first portion of water in the first tank into a buffer store of the cooking appliance,moving the first portion of water in the buffer store into a cooking chamber of the cooking appliance to provide a first treatment agent in the cooking chamber,leaving the first treatment agent in the cooking chamber for a first time period,moving a second portion of water in the first tank into the buffer store,moving the first treatment agent into the first tank,moving the second portion of water in the buffer store into the cooking chamber to provide a second treatment agent in the cooking chamber,leaving the second treatment agent in the cooking chamber for a second time period, andmoving the second treatment agent into the first tank.14. The method of claim 13 , wherein the first treatment agent and the second treatment agent neutralize one another.15. The method of claim 13 , wherein the second treatment agent is clear water.16. The method of claim 13 , wherein the first treatment ...

ULTRA-VARIABLE ADVANCED MANUFACTURING TECHNIQUES

A system and method for delivering materials for deposition is described. The system includes reservoirs for holding materials, heating elements for liquefying the materials (unless they are to be delivered as solids). Once in a desired state, pressure and material delivery systems to move the materials to a deposition nozzle. In the deposition nozzle, or thereabouts, the materials combine and are prepared to be deposited. An agitation element is used to break up the material and push it out of the nozzle tip in an atomized or droplet form. Changes in the material composition/concentration result in adjustment in heat, pressure or deposition agitation. 1. A system for delivering material for deposition comprising:a hopper configured to hold a quantity of first material;an auger to move the first material from the hopper;a heating element in communication with the auger to heat the first material as it moves through the auger away from the hopper;a deposition nozzle to receive the heated first material through an input port;a material delivery mechanism to provide a second material to the deposition nozzle through an input port; anda controller in communication with the auger and the material delivery mechanism to control the delivery of the first material and the second material to the deposition nozzle;wherein the deposition nozzle is configured to deposit a combination of the first material and the second material; andwherein the controller is configured to dynamically adjust a ratio of the combination of the first and second material to the deposition nozzle.2. The system for delivering material for deposition of claim 1 , wherein the first material and the second material are mixed before entering the deposition nozzle.3. The system for delivering material for deposition of claim 1 , further comprising a deposition control element in communication with the controller claim 1 , the deposition control element to allow the first material and the second material to ...

INLINE SHOWER DEVICE

An inline shower device includes a housing, a hydraulic chamber, a first actuator, and a fluid-driven piston. The housing includes an outlet port. The hydraulic chamber is disposed within the housing. The first actuator is configured to connect a capsule to the housing and to fluidly connect the capsule to the hydraulic chamber. The fluid-driven piston is disposed within the hydraulic chamber and is configured to dispense a fluid from the capsule into the outlet port. 1. An inline shower device , comprising:a housing including an outlet port;a hydraulic chamber disposed within the housing;a first actuator configured to connect a capsule to the housing and fluidly connect the capsule to the hydraulic chamber; anda fluid-driven piston disposed within the hydraulic chamber, the fluid-driven piston configured to dispense a fluid from the capsule into the outlet port.2. The inline shower device of claim 1 , wherein a position of the fluid-driven piston is controlled by selectively applying fluid pressure to a first side and a second side of the fluid-driven piston.3. The inline shower device of claim 1 , wherein the first actuator comprises a diaphragm and an intermediate connector coupled to the diaphragm claim 1 , and wherein the intermediate connector is configured to reposition the diaphragm with respect to the housing.4. The inline shower device of claim 3 , wherein the diaphragm includes a valve claim 3 , and wherein the inline shower device further comprises a hollow pin that extends through the valve when the diaphragm is depressed toward the housing.5. The inline shower device of claim 4 , further comprising a check valve between the hollow pin and the hydraulic chamber.6. The inline shower device of claim 1 , wherein the fluid-driven piston includes a connecting member claim 1 , a first piston head claim 1 , and a second piston head spaced apart from the first piston head claim 1 , and wherein the first piston head is coupled to the second piston head by the ...

Soap-Dispensing Shower Wand Assembly

A soap-dispensing shower wand assembly for lathering and scrubbing body parts includes a tube. A spray head is fluidically coupled to and extends substantially perpendicularly from a first end of the tube. A soap dispenser is coupled to and positioned in the tube. The soap dispenser is fluidically connected to the spray head. The soap dispenser is configured to position liquid soap and to selectively add the liquid soap to water that enters the spray head from the tube. A plurality of attachments is selectively fluidically couplable to the spray head. The tube is configured to be grasped in a hand of a user to position the spray head to lather and rinse hard-to-reach areas of a body of the user. A respective attachment that is positioned on the spray head is configured to scrub the body of the user. 1. A soap-dispensing shower wand assembly comprising:a tube;a spray head fluidically coupled to and extending substantially perpendicularly from a first end of said tube;a soap dispenser coupled to and positioned in said tube, said soap dispenser being fluidically connected to said spray head, said soap dispenser being configured for positioning liquid soap and for selectively adding the liquid soap to water entering said spray head from said tube;a plurality of attachments selectively fluidically couplable to said spray head; andwherein said spray head is positioned on said tube such that said tube is configured for grasping in a hand of a user for positioning said spray head for lathering and rinsing hard-to-reach areas of a body of the user, and wherein a respective said attachment is positioned on said spray head such that said respective said attachment is configured for scrubbing the body of the user; and a ring complementary to a front of said spray head, said ring being externally threaded,', 'a plate having a first face coupled to a terminus of said ring,', 'at least one hole positioned through said plate,', 'a tool coupled to and extending from a second face of ...

Nanoparticulate-aerosol generator and method for continuously generating aerosols, associated with said generator

The object of the present invention relates to a nanoparticulate aerosol generator comprising a compressed gas reservoir ( 1 ) connected to a nanoparticulate material receptacle ( 2 ) through an operational valve ( 8 ′), wherein said receptacle ( 2 ) comprises an outlet hole ( 3 ) for the aerosol. Advantageously, the outlet of said nanoparticulate material receptacle ( 2 ) is connected to or inserted into a pressurized aerosol distribution chamber ( 4 ) equipped with a hole ( 9 ) for the exit of said aerosol out of the chamber ( 4 ). The invention provides the possibility of using different types of nanoparticles with sizes less than 100 nanometers continuously over time during long production periods of more than three hours. The invention also relates to a method for continuously generating nanoparticulate aerosols associated with the mentioned generator.

Method and system for applying, recovering and recycling airfield de-icing chemicals

A system for applying and recovering de-icing chemicals from a surface. The system includes a spray system for applying a de-icing chemical to the surface and draws the de-icing chemical from the surface. The de-icing chemical and contaminants are conveyed to a reservoir to form a combined solution. A recovery system includes a filter device for removing solids from the combined solution, at least one sensor for measuring a property of the combined solution, and a source of additive chemical. A controller is configured to determine a property of the combined solution based on signals provided by the at least one sensor, move a valve to an open position to cause the additive chemical to mix with the combined solution if the property is less than a predetermined minimum value, and move the valve to a closed position if the property is greater than the predetermined minimum value.

Methods for cleaning apparatus using compressed fluids

The application contains subject matter related to cleaning mixtures and methods for using such cleaning mixtures to clean apparatus which contain one or more polymeric compounds wherein said cleaning mixture is comprised of at least one compressed fluid and at least one active solvent in which said at least one or more polymeric compounds are at least partially soluble and which is at least partially miscible with the at least one compressed fluid, said compressed fluid being a gas at standard conditions of 0° C. and one atmosphere (STP), which cleaning mixture is in one phase and at a pressure at which the cleaning mixture is substantially near its two phase region.

MANUALLY CONTROLLED COATING PRODUCT SPRAYING DEVICE AND PNEUMATIC PROJECTOR FOR SUCH A COATING PRODUCT

Apparatus for proportioning two components to form a mixture

A method and apparatus is provided for combining two components to form a coating material formulation in which one of the components is a "high volume" component comprising a resin including supercritical fluid as a diluent, and the other of the components is a "low volume" component, such as a catalyst. The relative ratio of resin to catalyst is controlled by adjusting the catalyst pressure as a function of the pressure at which the resin is supplied to ,one or more coating dispensers and by adjusting the duty cycle of a catalyst valve within the catalyst flow path.

CONTROLLED MATERIAL COMBINATION AND DELIVERY IN ULTRA-VARIABLE ADVANCED MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS

A system and method for delivering materials for deposition is described. The system includes reservoirs for holding materials, heating elements for liquefying the materials (unless they are to be delivered as solids). Once in a desired state, pressure and material delivery systems to move the materials to a deposition nozzle. In the deposition nozzle, or thereabouts, the materials combine and are prepared to be deposited. An agitation element is used to break up the material and push it out of the nozzle tip in an atomized or droplet form. Changes in the material composition/concentration result in adjustment in heat, pressure or deposition agitation. 1. (canceled)2. A system comprising:a deposition nozzle;a first controller configured to control a flow of a first material to the deposition nozzle; anda second controller, communicatively coupled to the first controller, configured to control a flow of a second material to the deposition nozzle,wherein the first and second controllers are configured to vary a concentration of the first and second materials provided to the deposition nozzle by adjusting, on the fly during a print of a three-dimensional structure, a temperature, pressure, or flow rate of one or both of the first and second materials to compensate for the combination of the first and second material at the deposition nozzle for deposition for the print through an orifice of the deposition nozzle.3. The system of claim 2 ,wherein the first and second controllers are configured to vary the concentration of the first and second materials provided to the deposition nozzle on the fly during the print between different specific layers of a multi-layer print.4. The system of claim 2 ,wherein the first and second controllers are configured to vary the concentration of the first and second materials provided to the deposition nozzle on the fly during the print of a specific layer of a multi-layer print, wherein the specific layer starts with a first ...

DISPENSING ASSEMBLY INCLUDING AN ADDITIVE MIXING DEVICE

A dispensing system includes a container containing a flowable base formulation to be dispensed, an additive mixing device, and an actuable pump engine which draws the flowable base formulation from the container and pumps it through the mixing device. The additive mixing device includes a body with an internal cavity, an additive ingredient within the cavity, and a flow path/mixing chamber between an input and an output. With each pump of the device the additive ingredient is introduced into, and mixed with, a flow of the base formulation traveling through the mixing device. Multiple additive mixing devices may be interchangeable for different formulations, and the mixing devices may be refillable. 117-. (canceled)18. A dispensing system , comprising:a primary pump engine assembly; a nozzle body;', 'a cap attached to the nozzle body;', an upper lip;', 'a bottom edge;', 'a recessed flow channel on an exterior surface of the nozzle core extending from the upper lip to the bottom edge;, 'a nozzle core co-axially received in the nozzle body, comprising, 'an inlet orifice between the nozzle body and the nozzle core;', 'a base product flow path between the inlet orifice and the recessed flow channel adjacent the bottom edge;', 'a piston seated between the annular piston seat and the cap;', 'a lower base product chamber space defined between the annular piston seat and the piston, the lower base product chamber in fluid communication with the inlet orifice; and', 'an active ingredient chamber between the piston and the cap, the active ingredient chamber in fluid communication with the recessed flow channel adjacent the upper lip of the nozzle core., 'a co-acting dispensing head in fluid communication with the primary pump engine, comprising19. The dispensing system of claim 18 , wherein the primary pump engine further comprises a piston stem in fluid communication with the inlet orifice.20. The dispensing system of claim 18 , further comprising an active ingredient in the ...

Fluid product reservoir and method

A fluid product reservoir to store a fluid product as for use in a pressurized spray system of the type concurrently discharging a gas and a spray product. The reservoir is leak-proof, economic to manufacture, and minimizes pressure fluctuation upon the dispensing of the fluid product. The reservoir provides a closed container having an open neck with interior walls defining an open throat. A plug is located in and closes the throat. An elastically penetrable insert is sealably located in a central opening of the plug. The method includes a method of storing a liquid product in a reservoir by providing a closed container having a neck portion defining an open throat. A plug is provided to close the open throat, and an elastically penetrable insert is provided in the plug. The method further includes a method of sealing the plug in the open throat.

Liquids mixing and selective delivery system

A liquids mixing and selective delivery eductor system. Pumpequipped conduit to force carrier liquid, e.g., water, from source to delivery nozzle structure. Conduit has an eductor inserted therein with its throat area connected by a check valve controlled suction passage to one or more sources of supplemental liquids, e.g., separate solution concentrates for washing, degreasing and jet-waxing. The eductor has associated therewith a special valve mechanism which can be selectively manipulated to allow one or more of the supplemental solutions to be mixed and delivered with the carrier liquid alone or together. The delivery nozzle has selective manual controls which will determine the types of deliveries, such as carrier liquid alone or the latter having a supplement admixed therewith as dictated by the setting of the valve mechanism.

Chemical mixing and delivery system

Disclosed is a dynamic, non-recycling pumping system for combining at least one chemical agent with a liquid carrier to produce a mixture for spraying on a target. Included in the subject device is a pump having an adjustable pressurized output line and an adjustable vacuum containing primary suction input line. A carrier reservoir supplies the primary suction line with the carrier that is mixed with a variable amount of chemical agent added through a secondary suction line connected to the primary suction line.

Metering and dispensing system

A method and apparatus for dispersing an active ingredient, such as a POUND umigant, fertilizer or room freshener. The active ingredient is placed in a container (13) and a pressurised solvent/propellent is subsequently introduced from a source (11). The solvent/propellent expands to adopt a liquid phase and a gaseous phase. The liquid phase serves to absorb the active ingredient and the gaseous phase serves to propel the borne active ingredient out of the apparatus through a dispensing outlet (14) where further expansion takes place and the active ingredient is dispersed in a fog or mist. Check valves (15, 16) create a pressure differential between the sample cylinder outlet (23) and a by-pass portion (22) to enable total absorption of the active ingredient. The system is particulary suitable for the spraying of insecticides where a metered amount of active ingredient is to be dispersed or for exhausting a total supply of active ingredient.

Manually controlled spraying installation and sprayer

An installation for spraying a coating product includes a manually controlled pneumatic sprayer operated by a trigger. The compressed air flowrate is varied according to the position of the trigger. The coating product feed system can include a gear pump driven at variable speed by a motor controlled by an electric signal representing the position of the trigger.

Fluid mixing nozzle and method

An improved fluid mixing nozzle and method, in which a first fluid flows therefrom to mix with a second fluid external the nozzle, for inducing vortex creation and chaotic turbulent flow. The nozzle has a body with a cavity extending therethrough from the inlet end to the outlet end. The cross sectional area of the inlet orifice of the nozzle is greater than its outlet orifice cross sectional area. The outlet orifice cross section area shape has a substantially circular central portion and at least one (but typically more than one) protrusion extending from the perimeter of the central portion. Generally, the protrusions are smaller in cross sectional area than the central portion, are equally spaced about the central portion perimeter, and have a length to width ratio from 1 to 2. Functionally applying the above described nozzle is a method of improved mixing, of creating chaotic turbulent flow, and of inducing vortex creation.

Supercritical fluids as diluents in liquid spray application of coatings

A liquid coatings application process and apparatus is provided in which supercritical fluids, such as supercritical carbon dioxide fluid, are used to reduce to application consistency viscous coatings compositions to allow for their application as liquid sprays.

Supercritical fluids as diluents in liquid spray application of coatings