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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8138135 | Powder cleaning composition This invention relates to improved powder cleaning compositions and methods for cleaning textile substrates, especially carpet and upholstery fabrics. More particularly, this invention relates to powder cleaning compositions that contain absorbent particulate materi... | 03/20/2012 |
| 7947640 | Method of neutralizing a stain on a surface Compositions, methods, apparatuses, kits, and combinations are described for neutralizing a stain on a surface. The compositions useful in the present disclosure include a composition that is formulated to be applied and affixed to a surface. If desired, the composi... | 05/24/2011 |
| 7902140 | Carpet cleaning with fungicide A carpet cleaning composition including a fungicide to prevent the growth of fungi on a carpeted surface during an extraction process, particularly during a dry-down period after extraction process wherein residual carpet cleaning solution remains on the carpeted su... | 03/08/2011 |
| 7718593 | Stable, low-foaming, peroxide steam cleaning compositions and method of predicting foaming in steam cleaning compositions There is provided an aqueous low-foaming cleaning composition comprising peroxygen compound and a surfactant system, wherein the composition has a MR foam value of about less than 16. The composition is stable and suitable for use in a steam cleaning machine. There ... | 05/18/2010 |
| 7687450 | Method of removing contaminants from carpet with aqueous cleaning composition The present disclosure relates to compositions useful for maintaining the clean impression of a carpet (that is, its scent and appearance) over an extended time despite occurrences that might damage the carpet surface. The composition, which includes an antimicrobia... | 03/30/2010 |
| 7485613 | Low foaming carpet-cleaning detergent concentrate comprised of ethylene oxide adduct and without phosphates The invention is a low foaming detergent composition, especially a low foaming carpet cleaning detergent composition, for conventional carpet cleaning, or for steam-type carpet cleaning, comprising an alkylene oxide adducts, and being devoid of phosphates. Preferabl... | 02/03/2009 |
| 7429273 | Carpet cleaning composition The invention relates to a water-soluble product comprising a water-soluble polymer encasing a liquid carpet cleaning composition. ... | 09/30/2008 |
| 7425526 | Method of treating textiles for resistance to odors and contaminants The present disclosure relates to compositions useful for maintaining the clean impression of a carpet (that is, its scent and appearance) over an extended time despite occurrences that might damage the carpet surface. The composition, which includes an antimicrobia... | 09/16/2008 |
| 7423002 | Method of neutralizing a stain on a surface Compositions, methods, apparatuses, kits, and combinations are described for neutralizing a stain on a surface. The compositions useful in the present disclosure include a composition that is formulated to be applied and affixed to a surface. If desired, the composi... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7407515 | Method of deodorizing a textile In one aspect of the present invention a deodorizing composition comprising an effective amount of an inorganic salt, at least one odor-counteracting material, and an optional additive is provided. In another aspect of the present invention a method of using an inor... | 08/05/2008 |
| 7407922 | Deodorizing compositions In one aspect of the present invention a deodorizing composition comprising an effective amount of an inorganic salt, at least one odor-counteracting material, and an optional additive is provided. In another aspect of the present invention a method of using an inor... | 08/05/2008 |
| 7307053 | Combination air sanitizer, soft surface deodorizer/sanitizer and hard surface disinfectant An improved combination air sanitizer, soft surface sanitizer, soft surface deodorizer and hard surface disinfectant is disclosed. The preferred active ingredient for the air sanitization and soft surface odor treatment functions is triethylene glycol (TEG). The pre... | 12/11/2007 |
| 7261742 | Method of deodorizing a textile A method of deodorizing a textile which comprises providing a solid composition comprising an inorganic salt, at least one of a malodor counteractant, an odor absorbent and an odor-masking agent, and applying the composition to the textile. ... | 08/28/2007 |
| 7238744 | Ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene articles and method of manufacture An article of manufacture comprises an ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) mixed with a processing oil and a lubricant selected from the group consisting of fatty acid esters, ethoxylated fatty acid esters, glycol esters, PEG esters, glycerol esters, et... | 07/03/2007 |
| 7229505 | Methods and compositions for surfactant-free cleaning The present invention comprises methods and compositions for affecting indoor air quality, such as by reducing particulates in indoor air and providing allergen control comprising using surfactant-free cleaning compositions to remove particulate matter such as soils... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7229954 | Carpet cleaning composition with citrus A carpet cleaning composition comprises a terpene hydrocarbon solvent that also functions as a fragrance, one or more surfactants, an anti-soil component, an anti-stain component, water, and, optionally, an anti-foam agent and a pH adjusting agent. In the preferred ... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7199093 | Liquid composition for removal of odors and contaminants from textiles The present disclosure relates to compositions useful for maintaining the clean impression of a carpet (that is, its scent and appearance) over an extended time despite occurrences that might damage the carpet surface. The composition, which includes an antimicrobia... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7199090 | High alcohol content gel-like and foaming compositions comprising an alcohol and fluorosurfactant This invention relates to a “high lower alcohol content” (>40% v/v of a C1-4 alcohol) liquid composition able to be either dispensed as a stable foam with the use of non-propellant foam dispensing devices from non-pressurized containers or as an alcoh... | 04/03/2007 |
| RE39543 | Use of aromatic aldehydes as insecticides and for killing arachnids Methods and compositions based upon natural flavonoid aldehydes are provided, which find use as pesticides. The pesticides are formulated in a variety of ways, including dusts, sprays, shampoos and soaps, and can be bound to a solid support or provided as bait or di... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7135449 | Composition for removal of odors and contaminants from textiles and method The present disclosure relates to compositions useful for maintaining the clean impression of a carpet (that is, its scent and appearance) over an extended time despite occurrences that might damage the carpet surface. The composition, which includes an antimicrobia... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7101834 | Process of treating a carpet with a composition comprising an absorbent gelling material The present invention relates to a process of treating a fabric with a composition comprising a pre-swollen absorbent gelling material. ... | 09/05/2006 |
| 7101832 | Cleaners containing peroxide bleaching agents for cleaning paper making equipment and method A cleaning solution for paper making equipment includes a stabilized source of peroxide in combination with a glycol ether solvent system and an alcohol ethoxylate. The peroxide system can be hydrogen peroxide stabilized with a phosphonate such as HEDP. The glycol s... | 09/05/2006 |
| 7087710 | Polymeric surfactants derived from cyclic monomers having pendant fluorinated carbon groups A fluorine containing polymer which acts as a wetting, flow or leveling agent, and has at least one polar group. The polymer has at least one pendant or ether side chain containing from about 1 to about 20 carbon atoms with at least 25% of the hydrogen atoms being r... | 08/08/2006 |
| 7083804 | Acid-gas absorbing tablet and method of use An acid-gas absorbing tablet including in relatively sufficient proportions an adsorbent which may be activated carbon or silica gel or a mixture thereof, potassium carbonate, polyvinylpyrrolidinone, and potassium bicarbonate. A method of absorbing acid gases from a... | 08/01/2006 |
| 7045590 | Use of waste carpet as filler By utilizing specially processed waste carpeting as a filler in the production of carpet backcoating, roofing materials, or other similar products, the amount of waste carpeting that is landfilled or otherwise disposed of is significantly reduced as is the need for ... | 05/16/2006 |
| 7005013 | Surfactant-free cleaning compositions and processes for the use thereof Surfactant-free cleaning compositions are provided for use in removing soil and stains from fiber surfaces such as carpets, upholstery and the like as well as for preventing redeposition of soil and stains on such surfaces. Additionally, processes are provided for c... | 02/28/2006 |
| 6953507 | Low temperature cleaning The invention relates to a method of low temperature cleaning and applying an antimicrobial treatment to food and beverage plant equipment. In addition, the method includes carbon dioxide compatible chemistry. The method may be achieved through a multi-step method. | 10/11/2005 |
| 6943140 | Carpet cleaners An improved quick breaking foam carpet cleaner is provided. Good cleaning is achieved and the foam breaks quickly, allowing for quicker cleaning and use of the carpet without the need for subsequent vacuuming. ... | 09/13/2005 |
| 6906021 | Care gents Matrix particles having a perfume component and washing-active surfactant component can be used in body-cleansing compositions and housecleaning products. ... | 06/14/2005 |
| 6869922 | Cleaning formulation An alkaline, aqueous composition suitable for cleaning carpets and other surfaces, which composition comprises a) 0.1 to 50% w/w of a first cleaning agent; b) 0.1 to 20% w/w of a second cleaning agent; c) 0.1 to 10% w/w of a third cleaning agent; and d) 0.1 to 10% w... | 03/22/2005 |
| 6867174 | Non-foaming cleaning compositions and a method for their use The present invention provides stable, non-foaming cleaning compositions having a solvent system and a surfactant system. Preferably, one composition also has a propellant system enabling the composition to be delivered as a non-foaming aerosol spray. The compositio... | 03/15/2005 |
| 6835704 | Surfactant-free cleaning compositions and processes for the use thereof Surfactant-free cleaning compositions are provided for use in removing soil and stains from fiber surfaces such as carpets, upholstery and the like as well as for preventing redeposition of soil and stains on such surfaces. Additionally, processes are provided for c... | 12/28/2004 |
| 6815408 | Hydrogen peroxide stabilizer and resulting product and applications Hydrogen peroxide is stabilized by the addition of tri-potassium phosphate. This enhanced product is environmentally friendly and can be used in a variety of odor and disinfection applications without hazard to people, plants and things. ... | 11/09/2004 |
| 6802870 | Method for imparting soil and stain resistance to carpet A solventless cleaning and treating composition for carpet is described. The composition comprises an aqueous solution of a stainblocking polymer, a silsesquioxane anti-soiling polymer, a surfactant and optionally a sequesting agent or salt. ... | 10/12/2004 |
| 6767371 | Detergent composition A fabric care composition comprising a thermoplastic elastomer and a terpene. ... | 07/27/2004 |
| 6736857 | Method for imparting soil and stain resistance to carpet A solventless cleaning and treating composition for carpet is described. The composition comprises an aqueous solution of a stainblocking polymer, a silsesquioxane anti-soiling polymer, a surfactant and optionally a sequesting agent or salt. ... | 05/18/2004 |
| 6693068 | Alkaline carpet cleaning composition comprising a pyrrolidone-based solvent Improved aqueous carpet cleaning compositions which are ideally suited for use in machinery designed or used in the mechanical cleaning of carpets. The compositions are alkaline, and include one or more detersive surfactants, preferably one or more nonion... | 02/17/2004 |
| 6660713 | Hydrophobic nanozeolites for malodor control Cleaning and deodorizing compositions comprising hydrophobic, nanozeolites for odor control on substrates are disclosed. Specifically, cleaning and deodorizing compositions for malodor control comprising nanozeolites and methods for removing odors from su... | 12/09/2003 |
| 6608021 | Granular detergent composition having improved appearance and solubility A detergent composition which has improved solubility or dissolution in laundering solutions, especially in solutions kept at cold temperatures (i.e., less than about 30° C.), is disclosed. The granular detergent composition is aesthetically pleasing to ... | 08/19/2003 |
| 6589294 | Carpet stain removal product which uses sonic or ultrasonic waves A stain removal product and process is disclosed. The product includes a liquid cleaning composition which contains water, an organic solvent and a surfactant, an absorbent stain receiver, and a sonic or ultrasonic wave generating source for imparting son... | 07/08/2003 |
