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3M employee and church chorister Art Fry needed something to temporarily mark pages in his hymnal. He was in luck because his colleague, Spencer Silver, accidentally developed a glue that was too weak for other purposes. After initially discouraging consumer response, Post-it Notes became a hit in 1979.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7954519 | Safe storage of volatiles Safe storage of volatile compounds or elements is provided by utilizing storage configurations that take advantage of the diffusibility and release characteristics of cell-based materials, such as foam materials. Such configurations may provide storage of hazardous,... | 06/07/2011 |
| 7540306 | Pressurized gas charging method The present invention relates to a pressurized gas charging method of charging a gas into the interior of a gas generator which has a pressurized gas chamber having an outer shell formed by a pressurized gas chamber housing, a gas generating chamber having an outer ... | 06/02/2009 |
| 7415995 | Method and system for independently filling multiple canisters from cascaded storage stations A canister filling system is provided for independently filling multiple canisters from a common set of storage stations prioritized in a cascaded manner. The system includes first and second fill stations configured to receive and independently fill canisters with ... | 08/26/2008 |
| 7368143 | Low-calorie low-fat butter-flavored topping compositions and methods of preparation A low-calorie low-fat butter-flavored topping composition and methods of preparation are disclosed. The topping composition exhibits overrun of between about 250%-350% and has a fat content of less than about 16% and a water content of more than about 50% water. In ... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7358081 | Devices for the electrochemical detection of a nucleotide sequence, analysis cassettes, systems of analysis cassettes, supplemental modules, and methods for producing analysis cassettes Devices for the electrochemical detection of a nucleotide sequence in a fluid are described that include (a) a working electrode and a counter-electrode wherein the working electrode is attached to a biopolymer that has a specific affinity with the nucleotide sequen... | 04/15/2008 |
| 7343941 | Method of preparing a pressurized container of pigmented paint A pressurized package contaning an initial paint formulation having a neutral or clear color is prepared by mixing a propellant and a clear non-pigmented base or a clear pigmented base or a white pigmented base in a pressurizable container. This pressurized containe... | 03/18/2008 |
| 7331944 | Ophthalmic dispenser and associated method An ophthalmic dispenser has a rigid housing defining a fluid-receiving chamber, a flexible bladder receivable within the fluid-receiving chamber, a pump coupled in fluid communication with the fluid-receiving chamber, and a nozzle having a valve defining an annular,... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7316859 | Storage system and method for supplying hydrogen to a polymer membrane fuel cell A hydrogen storage system and method having a main hydrogen storage site that contains a sufficient amount of hydrogen for a fuel cell employing a polymer membrane to generate power in accordance with a predetermined electrical power requirement. A main storage site... | 01/08/2008 |
| 7310965 | Compressor head, internal discriminator, external discriminator, manifold design for refrigeration recovery apparatus The compressor head, internal and/or external discriminator, and manifold design in general utilize ball valves on the suction and discharge of a cylinder head in the recovery of refrigerant liquid and/or vapor. The device facilitates the flashing of liquid refriger... | 12/25/2007 |
| 7299832 | Rotary filling machine and related components, and related method A rotary filling machine is disclosed for filling containers, the machine including a rotating platform rotatable relative to a vertical rotating axis through a filling zone, and a conveyor configured to convey empty containers to be filled to the rotating platform ... | 11/27/2007 |
| 7260943 | Apparatus and method for servicing a coolant system An apparatus, system and method for servicing a coolant system, such as, an automobile air conditioner are disclosed. In one embodiment, the apparatus may comprise a device for measuring a parameter of the coolant system; and means for selectively switching between ... | 08/28/2007 |
| 7243689 | Device with needle penetrable and laser resealable portion and related method A device and method are provided for needle penetrating and filling a chamber with a predetermined substance, and laser resealing a resulting needle hole in the device. A needle penetrable and laser resealable portion of the device is pierceable with a needle to for... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7225839 | Grommet or fill valve for an aerosol container The present invention is directed to an improvement for a fill valve (22) for an aerosol container (10, 30) to provide better sealing capability. The fill valve is made using a flashless injection molding process in which both the mold cavity and moldi... | 06/05/2007 |
| 7201191 | Method of preparing a pressurized container of pigmented paint A pressurized package containing an initial paint formulation having a neutral or clear color is prepared by mixing a propellant and a clear non-pigmented base or a clear pigmented base or a white pigmented base in a pressurizable container. This pressurized contain... | 04/10/2007 |
| 7198056 | High purity chemical delivery system A high purity chemical delivery system is provided that connects a high purity chemical container to a high purity chemical utilization point and that comprises three manifolds, each of the manifolds having a plurality of diaphragm valves. The inventive system enabl... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7198070 | Assembling aerosol container packages A process of filling containers includes a passivating the filling equipment immediately prior to filling the containers with an oxidizing composition. Adjacent containers filled with different compositions are oriented relative to each other by marking the containe... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7191603 | Gaseous fluid production apparatus and method Gaseous fluid production apparatus according to one embodiment of the invention includes a fluid container containing fluid in substantially the liquid state. A first fluid line is connected to the fluid container so that it receives from the fluid container a first... | 03/20/2007 |
| 7192486 | Clog-resistant gas delivery system Processing gases reactive with each other are provided in parallel to a processing chamber through separate delivery lines including mass flow controllers devoted to each line. The parallel delivery lines meet in a mixing manifold located proximate to the processing... | 03/20/2007 |
| 7188644 | Apparatus and method for minimizing the generation of particles in ultrapure liquids A system and method of reducing particle generation in packaging containers used to transport ultra pure liquids. Particle generation in the containers is reduced by reducing the air-liquid interface present during filling, transport, and dispensing of the liquid. | 03/13/2007 |
| 7186441 | Processes for manufacturing particles coated with activated lignosulfonate Processes for forming a filter material that includes coating a filter particle with a coating comprising a lignosulfonate, carbonizing the coating, and activating the coating. The filter particles may include a variety of filter particles, including but not limited... | 03/06/2007 |
| 7186241 | Syringe with needle penetrable and laser resealable stopper A syringe and a reconstitution syringe are provided for the delivery of controlled doses of any of numerous different sterile substances, such as vaccines, medicaments, pharmaceutical preparations, cosmetics, and food products. A plunger of the syringe defines a res... | 03/06/2007 |
| 7178563 | Method and apparatus for filling portable high pressure cylinders with respiratory oxygen A method of filling a portable tank with compressed oxygen-enriched gas includes the steps of providing a coupling such that when a portable tank is connected with the coupling oxygen-enriched gas can flow through the coupling into the portable tank; directing oxyge... | 02/20/2007 |
| 7168464 | Dual-service system and method for compressing and dispensing natural gas and hydrogen A dual service system and method for selectively compressing and dispensing methane, hydrogen, and variable mixtures of methane and hydrogen for use as a gaseous fuel. The use of an in-line gas density meter, hydraulic intensifier, pressurized gas cooler, optional i... | 01/30/2007 |
| 7159412 | Compressor head, internal discriminator, external discriminator, manifold design for refrigeration recovery apparatus The compressor head, internal and/or external discriminator, and manifold design in general utilize ball valves on the suction and discharge of a cylinder head in the recovery of refrigerant liquid and/or vapor. The device facilitates the flashing of liquid refriger... | 01/09/2007 |
| 7135048 | Volatile feedstock delivery system and fuel processing system incorporating the same A fuel processing assembly adapted to produce hydrogen gas from a volatile feedstock. The fuel processing assembly includes a fuel processor, such as a steam reformer. The fuel processing assembly further includes a feed assembly adapted to deliver a volatile feedst... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7134255 | Machine for filling and closing tubes In a machine for filling and closing tubes, an endless conveying line has equispaced gripping members for loading tubes with vertical axis and with open bottoms turned upwards. The line is operated stepwise for transferring the tubes, one by one, to subsequent stati... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7124788 | Means and method for filling bag-on-valve aerosol barrier packs A bag-on-valve aerosol valve system in a container. Propellant is pressure filled around the valve stem, outwardly over the stem gasket and down into the container space outside the bag. Product is filled through the valve stem into the bag. The valve stem has an ex... | 10/24/2006 |
| 7124598 | Pressure testing and refrigerant recharging conduit assembly for automobiles A combination pressure measurement/charging system may include a conduit coupled to a refrigerant can. The conduit may be coupled to a low-pressure side of a refrigerant system. The system may include a valve to control a flow of fluid through the conduit. Thus, a f... | 10/24/2006 |
| 7114531 | System and method for purging high purity interfaces A system for purging high purity interfaces connecting a high purity chemical container to process lines comprises a first purging manifold, connected at one end to a first adapter manifold extending from the high purity chemical container, and connected at the othe... | 10/03/2006 |
| 7114535 | Circular motion filling machine and method Continuous circular motion filling machine is provided for filling containers. The machine includes a rotating platform having an in-feed section disposed to receive empty containers and an out-feed section disposed to transfer filled containers from the rotating pl... | 10/03/2006 |
| 7107781 | Pressure testing and refrigerant recharging hose assembly for automobiles A combination pressure measurement/refrigerant charging apparatus may include a shutoff valve that includes a piercing pin and a pressure gauge. The piercing pin may be used to pierce a refrigerant can. The pressure gauge may be used as a handle for operating the sh... | 09/19/2006 |
| 7100646 | Sealed containers and methods of making and filling same Disclosed is a uniquely configured medicament vial assembly which includes a storage vial, a stopper member and a securing ring. The vial assembly is configured to improve healthcare worker safety by providing a shielded gripping location to aid in the reduction of ... | 09/05/2006 |
| 7096897 | Liquid crystal dispensing apparatus having confirming function for remaining amount of liquid crystal and method for measuring the same A liquid crystal dispensing apparatus determines an amount of liquid crystal remaining within a liquid crystal container. The apparatus includes a liquid crystal dispensing unit for containing dispensable liquid crystal, capable of be dispensed directly onto a subst... | 08/29/2006 |
| 7073346 | Compressor head, internal discriminator, external discriminator, manifold design for refrigerant recovery apparatus and vacuum sensor The compressor head, internal and/or external discriminator, and manifold design in general utilize ball valves on the suction and discharge of a cylinder head in the recovery of refrigerant liquid and/or vapor. The device facilitates the flashing of liquid refriger... | 07/11/2006 |
| 7032631 | Medicament vial having a heat-sealable cap, and apparatus and method for filling the vial A resealable cap (110, 210) for a medicament vial (114, 214) has a base portion (112, 212) formed of vulcanized rubber or like material known for providing a stable environment for the medicament contained within the vial, and a resealable porti... | 04/25/2006 |
| 7025096 | Valve for cryogenic media A valve comprising a valve needle, a valve housing, and a valve face for introducing a medium into a container. When the valve is closed, the front face of the valve needle and the valve housing are substantially flush with an inner surface of the container. Low tol... | 04/11/2006 |
| 7018557 | Magnetic aerosol paint composition A pressurized paint product that includes an magnetic aerosol paint composition disposed in a container. The magnetic aerosol paint composition includes volatile organic solvents, an alkyd resin, and ferromagnetic particles. ... | 03/28/2006 |
| 7014127 | Aerosol dispenser assembly having low volatile organic compound (VOC) content An aerosol dispenser assembly (1) has a container (2) holding a liquid product and a liquefied gas propellant for propelling the liquid product from the container, the propellant being present in a quantity of at most about 25% by weight of the content... | 03/21/2006 |
| 6997348 | Post valve having a one piece valve body A new and improved high pressure post valve used to control the flow of high pressure gas, e.g., oxygen, from a high pressure gas cylinder. More particularly, the improvements are directed to three different inventive embodiments: (1) manufacturing the post valve fr... | 02/14/2006 |
| 6978914 | Valve elements for pressurized containers and actuating elements therefor Apparatus for placing contents of a first container in fluid communication with a delivery apparatus includes an actuating element carried by the delivery apparatus and a valve element carried by the first container. At least one of the actuating element and the val... | 12/27/2005 |
