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Dining Table Having Integral Dishwasher
A space-saving dishwasher, which may be installed within a counter top or table, having a dish-carrying rack that is vertically shiftable through the open top of the dishwasher for facilitating loading and unloading of the dishes.
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7629000 | Method for making antimicrobial polyester-containing articles with improved wash durability and articles made thereby The invention relates to antimicrobial polyester-containing articles utilizing chitosan and chitosan-metal complexes, whose wash durability is improved by covalently bonding the chitosan species to the polyester. The invention also relates to the methods of preparin... | 12/08/2009 |
| 7476396 | Composition for removing abnormal keratinous material The present invention discloses a pharmaceutical method comprising urea, a hydrophilic film-forming agent, water and/or a water-alcohol mixture that is suitable for the removal of abnormal keratinous material. ... | 01/13/2009 |
| 7449194 | Antimicrobial body covering articles A polymeric body covering article that generates and releases gas upon activation by electromagnetic energy and/or moisture. The gas provides antimicrobial and/or antiodor protection to objects in contact or in proximity to the interior surface of the article and/or... | 11/11/2008 |
| 7435380 | Pseudo-plastic or thixotropic liquid deodorant product for ostomy pouches A pseudo-plastic or thixotropic carrier having anti-malodorous components dissolved or suspended therein is sprayed on the internal surfaces of an ostomy bag or pouch. The viscoelastic properties of the carrier allow the composition to be conveniently dispensed from... | 10/14/2008 |
| 7427409 | Broad spectrum antimicrobial purification materials and methods for purifying fluids Purification materials with broad spectrum antimicrobial properties and methods and devices for fluid treatment utilizing said materials are provided. The purification materials include biguanide hydrates and bases. A particular composition includes chlorhexidine di... | 09/23/2008 |
| 7422121 | Process for producing a sterilization system The invention relates to a method for producing a sterilisation system, especially for sterilising drinking water and water for industrial use. The precious metal surface of a base material containing precious metal is initially oxidised in an acidic solution and su... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7402296 | Method for stabilizing copper hydroxide Disclosed is a method of stabilizing copper(II) hydroxide, the method comprising the sequential steps of: (a) combining copper(II) hydroxide, a water-soluble phosphate and water to form a mixture; and (b) drying the mixture. Also disclosed is stabilized copper(II) h... | 07/22/2008 |
| 7390431 | Stable organic peroxide compositions Organic peroxide compositions are stabilized against decomposition by the use of antioxidants, resulting in increased shelf life of products made using the compositions. ... | 06/24/2008 |
| 7381715 | Antimicrobial solid surface materials containing chitosan-metal complexes A solid surface material with an antimicrobial agent in a thermoset and/or thermoplastic resin matrix where the antimicrobial agent comprises a chitosan-metal complex. ... | 06/03/2008 |
| 7374772 | Topical antifungal treatment The present invention is a topical skin preparation for treatment of fungal infections of the skin and nails. The preparation comprises triacetin in combination with an antifungal agent. In a preferred form, the preparation further comprises, a fatty acid source suc... | 05/20/2008 |
| 7371407 | Use of Emu Oil and its various fractions as a carrier for antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral medications and preparations An animal-derived lipid is disclosed that is useful as a carrying agent for anti-microbial formulations. Pharmaceutical and other preparations including Emu Oil are also described as profoundly useful components in anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral treatme... | 05/13/2008 |
| 7368128 | Controlled release dressing for enzymatic debridement of necrotic and non-viable tissue in a wound A dressing for debridement of necrotic and non-viable tissue in a wound, wherein the dressing comprises an effective amount of one or more proteolytic enzymes incorporated in a degradable polymeric material. The dressing of the invention provides effective debrideme... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7364756 | Anti-virus hydrophilic polymeric material The invention provides a method for imparting antiviral properties to a hydrophilic polymeric material comprising preparing a hydrophilic polymeric slurry, dispersing an ionic copper powder mixture containing cuprous oxide and cupric oxide in said slurry and then ex... | 04/29/2008 |
| 7364746 | Liquid concentrate for the preservation of cosmetic and pharmaceutical products The invention relates to a liquid concentrate for the preservation of cosmetic and pharmaceutical products which comprises 3-iodo-2-propynyl butylcarbamate (IPBC), at least one liquid carrier selected from the group consisting of: polyvalent alcohols, glycol esters ... | 04/29/2008 |
| 7365030 | Process for making a wet wipe using a concentrated emulsion The present invention provides a process for making a concentrate composition leading to a high internal phase diluted emulsion composition, that can be used for preparation of wet-wipes. ... | 04/29/2008 |
| 7361361 | Waterless lotion and lotion-treated substrate A lotion includes a micro-emulsion composition, which is liquid at room temperature and undergoes a phase change to a semi-solid or solid upon contact with a substrate. The micro-emulsion composition can include a polar emollient, a non-polar emollient, a non-ionic ... | 04/22/2008 |
| 7357950 | Topical treatment for dyshidrosis (pompholyx) and dry skin disorders A topical herbal formulation for preventing and/or treating dyshidrosis (pompholyx), non-responsive to topical steroids. The formulation may also be used to treat contact dermatitis, eczema, palmoplantar pustulosis and skin infections incurred by invasive pathogens ... | 04/15/2008 |
| 7354502 | Method for making a fibrous structure comprising cellulosic and synthetic fibers A method for making a fibrous structure, the method comprising the steps of: providing a mixture of synthetic fibers and short cellulosic fibers onto a forming member so as to form one or more layers including the mixture of synthetic fibers and short cellulosic fib... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7354596 | Anti-microbial agent delivery system A delivery system for delivering an anti-microbial agent to a surface in a time release manner. The delivery system includes one or more polymeric particles (e.g., microspheres, core/shell particles, latexes, porogens, cryogenically ground beads, condensation polyme... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7348023 | Absorbent articles containing additives Absorbent articles containing an additive are disclosed. The absorbent articles include an effective amount of an inhibitory compound, such as thiolactomycin or thiomalonate, to substantially inhibit the production of TSST-1 by Gram positive bacteria. ... | 03/25/2008 |
| 7341747 | Carrier-free composition for the treatment of onychomycosis A composition for the treatment of onychomycosis (fungal nail disease) is described. The composition consists essentially of thymol, camphor, menthol and Eucalyptus citridiora as a colorless liquid oil without any carrier or solvent for these ingredients.... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7337955 | Cash dispensing automated banking machine system and method An automated banking machine (10) is operative to carry out financial transactions and includes a user interface (15). The user interface includes a card reader (16) which is operative to read data on user cards which identify user's financial a... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7339015 | Multifunctional self-decontaminating surface coating A coating having an adhesive hydrophilic polymer and an amphiphilic additive. The amphiphilic additive has a hydrophilic chain, a biocidal functional group bonded to the hydrophilic chain, and a hydrophobic moiety bonded to the hydrophilic chain or to the biocidal f... | 03/04/2008 |
| 7335373 | Biocidal siloxane coating material containing N-halogenated amine and amide functional groups N-halamine compounds which contain hindered amine and amide functional groups. Compounds include wherein X, X′, and X″ independently are H, Cl, or Br, wherein no more than two of X, X′, and X″ are H and | 02/26/2008 |
| 7335332 | Method and apparatus for treating digestible and odiferous waste A method is provided for minimizing the emissions of odorous gases and neutralizing volatile fatty acids generated by anaerobic decomposition of digestible and odiferous animal waste that includes the step of adding an alkaline solution to the digestible and odifero... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7332224 | Cleaning article containing hydrophilic polymers The invention relates to a cloth that can function as a moisturizing cleanser. When the cloth is moistened with water, it works up into a warm, sudsy cleansing lotion that feels great and works well as a facial cleansing cloth. The cloth contains water, at least one... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7329417 | Medical dressing comprising an antimicrobial silver compound A medical dressing comprising a complex of silver and being capable of releasing antimicrobial silver ion activity, the complex comprising silver ion, a transition element of Group IV of the periodic system of elements, cation, phosphate and hydrogen to enable a con... | 02/12/2008 |
| 7326740 | Natural products composites Disclosed are natural products composites protected against the deleterious effects of microorganisms comprising at least one natural product, at least one thermoplastic resin, and an effective amount of an antifungal agent. The composites are further advantageously... | 02/05/2008 |
| 7323438 | Cleansing article with improved handleability The present invention is directed to a disposable article that contains a plurality of substrate layers. The article is selected from the group consisting of pad sized articles, grip sized articles, sheet sized articles and combinations. These articles have a cleans... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7323163 | Film-forming compositions and methods Film-forming compositions, as well as methods of making and using, wherein the compositions include an optional active agent, water, a surfactant, and a water-soluble or water-dispersible vinyl polymer comprising amine group-containing side-chains and a copolymerize... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7323186 | Non-absorbent articles containing additives Non-absorbent articles, such as tampon applicators, containing an additive are disclosed. The non-absorbent articles include an effective amount of an inhibitory compound, such as thiolactomycin or thiomalonate, for example, to substantially inhibit the production o... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7317068 | Complex polyol polyester polymer compositions for use in personal care products and related methods Polyol polyester polymers are provided which are useful for personal care formulations and products containing such formulations. The polyol polyester polymers include a reaction product of at least one polyfunctional alcohol, at least one polyfunctional carboxylic ... | 01/08/2008 |
| 7310847 | Dual functional cleaning article A dual functional sheet-like cleaning article having a first layer made of at least one non-woven material and a second layer made of at least one different non-woven material in which the first layer provides a water absorbing capability wherein the second layer pr... | 12/25/2007 |
| 7306811 | Fungicide composition based on halosulphone in particular for packaging A packaging sheet comprising a mixture of compound A where R1 may be an alkyl, alkoxy or alkylene radical having 1 to... | 12/11/2007 |
| 7300912 | Foaming cleansing preparation and system comprising coated acid and base particles A foaming cleansing preparation and system that produce a high quality, self-sustaining foam immediately upon exposure to water without physical agitation or rubbing is provided. The inventive cleansing preparation is made up of at least one dry acid, at least one d... | 11/27/2007 |
| 7291762 | Multilayer conductive appliance having wound healing and analgesic properties A dressing for promoting healing and pain relief of the body of a living organism having a pathologic condition has at least one layer of conductive material having a resistance no greater than 1000 Ω/cm2. When placed proximate a portion of the body of t... | 11/06/2007 |
| 7288513 | Disinfecting and sanitizing article for hands and skin and hard surfaces A disinfecting and sanitizing article is adapted for use on objects to be disinfected and sanitized, including skin and hands and nonporous hard surfaces. The article is formed from a porous substrate formed from an absorbent fibrous matrix. A disinfecting and sanit... | 10/30/2007 |
| 7288264 | Contact-killing antimicrobial devices Contact killing antimicrobial articles, devices and formulations are described which kill microorganisms on contact. The articles, devices or formulations contain a non-leaching antimicrobial material which is a unique combination of an organic matrix having biocida... | 10/30/2007 |
| 7285286 | Antimicrobial surfaces The invention relates to an antimicrobial surface having the formula SS—(V+2—W)X wherein: SS represents a solid surface, said solid surface comprising hydroxyl groups attached to a carbon atom in the unmodified state t... | 10/23/2007 |
| 7279452 | Sanitizing applicator having a positively charged fabric cover A sanitizing applicator for applying a liquid sanitizer to a surface. The sanitizer may be a quaternary ammonium compound (QAC)-based or chlorine-based sanitizer containing positively charged ions at an effective concentration level for killing a predefined percenta... | 10/09/2007 |