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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7490816 | Spherical heat and mass transfer media An improved random packing is the subject of the present invention. The packing element comprises a generally spherically shaped member which can be a perfect sphere, an ellipse, or some variation on either of the foregoing. The sphere is a hollow body having inner ... | 02/17/2009 |
| RE40276 | Biological safety cabinet with improved air flow A biological safety cabinet is provided that includes a frame. The frame defines a protected work area and encloses the work area on all but one side. A sash is coupled to the frame that at least partially encloses the side that is not enclosed by the frame. A blowe... | 04/29/2008 |
| 7335301 | Fold protection for spiral filtration modules utilizing UV cured adhesive and method of providing same The present invention encompasses a leaf packet useful in forming a spiral filtration module, wherein the fold area of the leaf packet is reinforced with a UV cured adhesive. The invention further encompasses a spiral filtration module wherein the fold line, side se... | 02/26/2008 |
| D545653 | Pliers with glitter covered handles | 07/03/2007 |
| 7198794 | Topical formulation for treating fingernails and toenails A topical formulation for treating toenails and fingernails is provided. This formulation includes a mixture of calcium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide, an antifungal agent, and an applicating agent. The formulation is topically applied to a patient's fingernail or toen... | 04/03/2007 |
| D539472 | Lighter | 03/27/2007 |
| D539473 | Lighter | 03/27/2007 |
| D538941 | Laboratory balance enclosure | 03/20/2007 |
| 7163191 | High pressure gate valve A high-pressure gate valve for control of bulk materials includes a main body with an opening for passing bulk material, an upper body, a slideable blade, and lifting structure configured to raise the blade in a planar motion, perpendicular to the primary direction ... | 01/16/2007 |
| 7156053 | Insecticide applicator and method for livestock An animal insecticide applicator is presented. The applicator includes a bag for holding a quantity of insecticide, the bag having a top, two sides and a bottom. The bag is formed of a first layer of coarse mesh material through which powder insecticide can pass. A ... | 01/02/2007 |
| 7144878 | Method for treating roundworm infestations in animals A formulation for treating and preventing roundworm infestations in horses, dogs, cats, and other animals is provided. This formulation includes an agent effective against nematodes, wherein the agent is pyrantel, morantel, any salt thereof, or any combination there... | 12/05/2006 |
| 7125148 | Reflector for fluorescent lamp A reflector for a fluorescent lamp formed in an integral molded unit is presented. The reflector has arcuate side portions which present a receptacle area for receiving a fluorescent light tube. The side portions are joined together by a plurality of u-shaped cross ... | 10/24/2006 |
| D526747 | Aquarium with provision for cascading waterfall | 08/15/2006 |
| 7055810 | Expansion ring for mass transfer column and method employing same A mass transfer column (10) is provided with at least one vapor-liquid contact tray (12) that is disposed within the open internal region (14) defined by a shell (16) of the column (10). At least one expansion ring (26) unde... | 06/06/2006 |
| 7021604 | Iris valve for control of bulk solids An iris valve for controlling the flow of bulk solid materials includes a flexible cylindrical sleeve, a control ring, and a polymeric isolator disc, all sandwiched between upper and lower body members. Rotating the control ring twists the flexible sleeve in an iris... | 04/04/2006 |
| 7010446 | Method and structure for mitigating instrumentation differences A system for mitigating instrumentation differences in laboratory instruments includes one or more groups of laboratory instruments in communication with a normalization server over a network. Each group of instruments communicates output data to the normalization s... | 03/07/2006 |
| 7010448 | Method and structure for mitigating instrumentation differences A system for mitigating instrumentation differences in laboratory instruments includes one or more groups of laboratory instruments in communication with a normalization server over a network. Each group of instruments communicates output data to the normalization s... | 03/07/2006 |
| 6994331 | Vapor-liquid contact trays for mass transfer column and method employing same A mass transfer column (20) is provided with an external shell (22) defining an open internal region (24). Centrifugal contact trays (26) and return contact trays (28) are positioned in an alternating and vertically spaced apart re... | 02/07/2006 |
| 6968631 | Method and apparatus for determining presence of moisture in freeze dryer vacuum line A freeze dryer having a collector chamber is provided with a sensor for detecting the presence of moisture in the chamber so that the vacuum pump cannot be operated if moisture is present. The refrigeration system can also be deactivated. This precludes moisture fro... | 11/29/2005 |
| 6955580 | Weights for model and racing cars A weight and method of providing mass for a model racing car is the subject of the present application. The weight is comprised of two portions. The first portion simulates the undercarriage of an automobile and the second portion comprises multiple components joine... | 10/18/2005 |
| D509124 | Knife | 09/06/2005 |
| 6889962 | Fluid stream feed device for mass transfer column A mass transfer column includes a feed device that is used to de-entrain liquid and more uniformly distribute vapor across a horizontal cross section of the column after a vapor or mixed phase stream has been directed into the column through a radially oriented feed... | 05/10/2005 |
| 6874769 | Structured packing plate and element and method of fabricating same A mass transfer column is provided with an external shell defining an internal region. Packing elements are positioned within the internal region of the mass transfer column. The packing elements have one or more plates formed from sheet material that has been shape... | 04/05/2005 |
| 6854373 | Scroll saw blade holder and adapter A blade holder and adapter for a scroll saw includes a slider within a slot in a scroll saw arm, with a retainer on the slider for receiving a scroll saw blade holder. An adjuster on the slider allows the slider to move within the slot and may be tightened to retain... | 02/15/2005 |
| 6834610 | Reminder device The present invention is a device for use by individuals as a task reminder. The device includes an audible sound producing rattle and one or more message boards coupled with the rattle and adapted to carry a message for the user. Whenever the user walks or otherwis... | 12/28/2004 |
| D495940 | Knife | 09/14/2004 |
| 6760683 | Method of evaluating performance of a hematology analyzer A method for evaluating the performance of an instrument, particularly a hematology analyzer, by comparing its operating data with data compiled from a group of like instruments is provided. The method contemplates collecting historical data which is deposited in a ... | 07/06/2004 |
| 6695652 | Battery charging clamp A generally U-shaped clamp may be used to connect a charging cable to a terminal of a storage battery to be charged. The clamp includes an elongated main body portion having a longitudinally extending axis and spaced ends. The clamp further includes a fir... | 02/24/2004 |
| 6653063 | Hematology composition using preserved white blood cells in combination with source particles to simulate native white blood cells and method of making same A hematology control composition and method of making the composition is provided. The control employs a plurality of components including a synthetic plasma component, a red blood cell component, a platelet component and a leukocyte component. The leukoc... | 11/25/2003 |
| 6647893 | Race track assembly A race track assembly that can be assembled from a flat folded configuration for use and disassembled to a flat folded configuration for storage. The race track assembly includes a plurality of track sections that can be positioned end-to-end to form a ra... | 11/18/2003 |
| 6613402 | Method of constructing natural foliage model vegetation A method for constructing model vegetation utilizing natural foliage and the products resulting therefrom are described. The method includes the steps of providing a segment of natural foliage, immersing the natural foliage into a liquid colorant, and app... | 09/02/2003 |
| 6461233 | Low air volume laboratory fume hood A low air volume exhaust hood is based on the concept of zone laminar flow through the hood as the hood sash is raised to different levels. Laminar flow is achieved through a plurality of plenum zones constructed at the rear of the cabinet. Preferably the... | 10/08/2002 |
| 6102443 | Fluid line latching assembly A latching assembly for a first fluid line connector, such as a standard "glad hand" connector, to prevent disengagement of the first fluid line connector from a second fluid line connector with which it is interconnected. The latching assembly includes a... | 08/15/2000 |
| 6068220 | Cable support A cable support that is an improved wire chase for supporting electrical and signal cables, particularly for railroad signal houses. The cable support has several side members between which run cross-support members that are riveted to the side members.... | 05/30/2000 |
| 5415811 | Cleaning composition and method for utilizing same An aqueous cleaning composition useful for cleaning hard surfaces such as glass, and a method for utilizing same, wherein relatively no residue is formed by the composition upon application to the surface. The composition comprises an aqueous mixture of a... | 05/16/1995 |
| 5387205 | Self-contained urine collecting device for use by females A self-contained urine collecting devise usable by females comprising a bottle in the shape of a hollow body having a closed end and an opening disposed at the end of an upwardly extending neck. Joinable to the open end of the bottle is an interface shape... | 02/07/1995 |
| 5151456 | Emulsified sealant having a high solids content The present invention relates to an asphalt-rubber emulsion useful as a joint and crack sealant that can be applied to concrete and asphalt at ambient temperatures, and to a method for producing same. The aqueous emulsion comprises a polymeric surfactant ... | 09/29/1992 |
