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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7984660 | Pipeline sampling device A sampling device (10) includes a sample extraction portion (28) which reciprocates within a cylindrical sample housing portion (26). The sample housing portion is axially moveable through a gate valve (22) to permit removal and maintenan... | 07/26/2011 |
| 7847970 | System and method for reception, analysis, and annotation of prescription data An exemplary medication order processing system (10) includes a plurality of nursing stations (12, 14, 16). Physician orders prescribing medications for patients are faxed from the nursing stations to a computer which is included in an interchange fax ... | 12/07/2010 |
| 7340797 | Recovery tank for a cleaning apparatus The cleaning apparatus includes a base portion for movement along the surface and a handle pivotally connected to the base portion. A recovery tank is removably mounted to the handle and has a front end. A lid covers the recovery tank and has an inlet opening for di... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7331082 | Tank arrangement for a cleaning apparatus A cleaning apparatus for cleaning a surface in which cleaning solution is dispensed to the surface and substantially simultaneously extracted along with the dirt on the surface in a continuous operation is provided. The cleaning apparatus includes a base portion for... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7299521 | Brush assembly distribution apparatus A floor-scrubbing machine is provided having a main body and a cleaning fluid delivery system. At least one rotatable brush having a brush body and bristles extending from the brush body is included. The brush is carried by the main body whereby the bristles of the ... | 11/27/2007 |
| 7269879 | Solution distribution arrangement for a cleaning machine A portable cleaning apparatus for cleaning a surface is provided and includes a housing. A distributor is operatively connected to the housing for distributing solution to the surface. A first solution container is mounted to the housing and contains a first solutio... | 09/18/2007 |
| 7203991 | Portable cleaning machine A cleaning apparatus for cleaning a surface is provided. The cleaning apparatus has a housing for movement along a surface with a suction nozzle assembly having an inlet and outlet provided on the housing. A recovery container is removably mounted to the housing. A ... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7039985 | Removable hose and tool caddy A floor cleaning unit having a housing and a removable caddy which may be mounted on and removed from the housing for storing accessories. The caddy includes a body which removably mounts to the housing. A connector assembly is included on the body for removably mou... | 05/09/2006 |
| 6842942 | Nozzle assembly removal arrangement A floor cleaning unit is provided. The floor cleaning unit includes a base for movement along the surface. A nozzle assembly is removably attached to the base for pick up and removal of liquid and dirt. Such attachment is accomplished by providing the nozzle assembl... | 01/18/2005 |
| 6832409 | Wet/dry floor cleaning unit and method of cleaning A floor cleaning device comprises a base portion for movement along a surface and a handle portion pivotally connected to the base. The base portion further includes a suction nozzle and a brush assembly for agitating the surface, wherein the brush assembly and the ... | 12/21/2004 |
| 6832407 | Moisture indicator for wet pick-up suction cleaner The moisture sensor and indicator for a wet pickup vacuum cleaner, more particularly a wet extraction type carpet cleaner, is positioned in the suction duct to sense when water droplets or moisture is traveling through the suction duct. An indicator is activated to ... | 12/21/2004 |
| D498645 | Wheel design for an upright extractor | 11/23/2004 |
| 6812847 | Moisture indicator for wet pick-up suction cleaner The moisture sensor and indicator for a wet pickup vacuum cleaner, more particularly a wet extraction type carpet cleaner, is positioned in the suction duct to sense when water droplets or moisture is traveling through the suction duct. An indicator is activated to ... | 11/02/2004 |
| 6725498 | Recovery tank assembly A combination cleaning solution recovery tank and air-liquid separator for use in a carpet extractor comprises a tank and a lid engaging the tank. The lid includes a top wall and a bottom wall connected by a circumferential outer wall to form a chamber therebetween.... | 04/27/2004 |
| 6681442 | Apparatus and method for cleaning a surface A cleaner for cleaning a surface comprises a floor-engaging portion for moving along the surface. A source supplies a liquid to a distributor, which distributes the liquid from the source on the surface wherein an activating device is operatively connecte... | 01/27/2004 |
| 6668420 | Brush assembly removal device for a floor cleaner A cleaner for cleaning a surface is provided comprising a main body and a brush assembly for engaging the surface being cleaned. An engaging member on the main body or brush assembly and a retaining portion on the other main body or brush assembly. The en... | 12/30/2003 |
| 6647578 | Brush assembly removal device A floor cleaning device includes a main body and a brush assembly for engaging the surface of the floor being cleaned. An actuating member is movably connected to the main body. A latch member is rotatably connected to the main body. An engaging member is... | 11/18/2003 |
| 6640386 | Floor cleaning unit with a brush assembly A floor cleaning device includes a base portion for movement along a surface. The base portion further includes a suction nozzle and a brush assembly driven by a brush motor for agitating the surface. The brush assembly includes a lifting mechanism for mo... | 11/04/2003 |
| 6629332 | Floor cleaning device with a recovery tank A recovery tank is provided for a floor cleaning unit. The recovery tank includes an inlet opening and a duct fluidly connected to the inlet. The duct extends horizontally within the tank adjacent a side wall the recovery tank for directing air and liquid... | 10/07/2003 |
| 5794828 | Racking system for transporting a bicycle A racking system for transporting a bicycle comprising a framework upon which the bicycle is mounted. A pair of telescoping arms, adjustable in length, are pivotally connected to the framework and removably secured to the seat post of the bicycle. The arm... | 08/18/1998 |
| 5735413 | Storage caddy and work station A storage caddy for a column having a main body mounted around the column. A tray is pivotally connected to the main body such that the tray can be pivotally moved forward to a position that is accessible to a user operating the machine and then moved bac... | 04/07/1998 |
| 5720412 | Container cover having a screen A cover for a container in which the container has a top, an outer lip, and a tab opener. The cover is a generally planar disc removably placed within a recessed area on the top within the lip. The disc has a screen covering the opening in the top for pre... | 02/24/1998 |
| 5531086 | Keyless entry deadbolt lock A deadbolt locking system for use on existing locks having a bolt longitudinally moveable between extended and retracted positions by a manual operator mechanism. The system includes an engaging member defining a torque blade key that telescopes a torque ... | 07/02/1996 |
| 5519382 | Mobile fire detector system A mobile fire detecting system for detecting fire conditions at the incipient stage before visible smoke has been released having an air sampling fire detector mounted to a cart supported by wheels. A tubular network in communication with the air sampling... | 05/21/1996 |
| 5460105 | Sliding turntable A turntable having a bottom frame with a channel network formed on the bottom frame and a table top having a pair of guide roller attached thereon adjacent a side edge of the top. The rollers slideably engage the channels permitting the top to rotate one ... | 10/24/1995 |
| 5447088 | Drumstick grip A drumstick having a grip disposed around its handle portion. The grip comprises a layer of adhesive applied to the handle portion with sand being applied to the adhesive layer and a rubberlike coating coating the sand such that the surface of the coating... | 09/05/1995 |
| 5435612 | Eaves trough cleaner A tool for cleaning an eaves trough having a scoop portion comprising a flat rectangular bottom, an upstanding back wall and opposite side walls. The bottom and side walls have a plurality of teeth formed at the front ends with two of the teeth on the bot... | 07/25/1995 |
