Did You Know...
...that Robert Adler has the dubious distinction of being the Father of the Couch Potato? Back in 1955 Adler was employed by what was then Zenith Radio Corp., where he was charged to invent something that would allow viewers to turn down the TV volume without leaving their chairs. After a series of flops (such as a wired contraption that people tripped over), Adler hit on the idea of using sound waves. Thus the Remote Control was born...
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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| RE40495 | Substrate treated with a binder comprising positive ions An article for sanitizing a surface with a sanitizing solution while maintaining the concentration level of a sanitizer in the sanitizing solution at an effective concentration level. A substrate that absorbs and holds the sanitizing solution is treated with a sanit... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7399367 | Rust-preventive water-oil separating cleaner composition and a cleaning method using the same A rust-preventive water-oil separating cleaner composition contacts a part to be cleaned to which an oil attaches. The composition separates the oil from the part, while providing the part with a rust-preventive property, thus forming an oil layer containing the oil... | 07/15/2008 |
| 7390773 | Tire wheel cleaner comprising a dialkyl sulfosuccinate and ethoxylated phosphate ester surfactant mixture An aqueous tire wheel cleaner composition useful for cleaning automobile tires are provided. The aqueous tire wheel cleaner composition contains an alkylene glycol, a salt of dialkyl sulfosuccinate, and as surfactants ethanol amine and an ethoxylate phosphate ester.... | 06/24/2008 |
| 7381695 | Tire wheel cleaner comprising an ethoxylated phosphate ester surfactant An aqueous tire wheel cleaner composition useful for cleaning automobile tires are provided. The aqueous tire wheel cleaner composition contains an alkali and/or alkaline earth metal hydroxycarboxilic acid or a quaternary amine ethoxylate; a salt of an aryl sulfonat... | 06/03/2008 |
| 7375069 | Method for masking and removing stains from rugged solid surfaces Methods, compositions and kits for masking and subsequent removal of oil, grease, rust and other stains from a variety of rough solid surfaces, including, but not limited to stone, concrete, asphalt, stucco brick, and ceramic. The methods include coating the stains ... | 05/20/2008 |
| 7368417 | Hard surface cleaning compositions comprising a lauryl hydroxysultaine A hard surface cleaning solution having improved cleaning and descaling properties. In one formulation, the cleaning solution comprises a first organic acid, a second organic acid, a surfactant, a solvent and a diluent. The first organic acid is a carboxylic acid pr... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7358218 | Method for masking and removing stains from rugged solid surfaces Methods, compositions and kits for masking and subsequent removal of oil, grease, rust and other stains from a variety of rough solid surfaces, including, but not limited to stone, concrete, asphalt, stucco brick, and ceramic. The methods include coating the stains ... | 04/15/2008 |
| 7348302 | Foam cleaning and brightening composition comprising a sulfate/bisulfate salt mixture A cleaning composition including a metal bisulfate and metal inorganic salt acid package, and at least one surfactant. The cleaning composition can be a one-step wheel cleaner/brightener. The composition preferably contains no HF, no bifluoride, no oxalic acid, or o... | 03/25/2008 |
| 7303600 | Unexpanded perlite ore polishing composition and methods An unexpanded perlite ore polishing composition is shown. The composition comprises base material having grains of unexpanded perlite ore of a selected distribution of particle sizes which undergo fracturing of the grains as a function of an abrasive force applied t... | 12/04/2007 |
| 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 |
| 7271140 | Composition for removing stains from textiles A stain removing composition having a mixture of N-methyl pyrrolidinone and at least one solvent from the group consisting of 3-pentanol, dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether, propylene glycol n-propyl ether, and diethylene glycol monobutyl ether. Preferably, the sta... | 09/18/2007 |
| 7199094 | Hard surface cleaning compositions comprising a mixture of citric and formic acid Improved hard surface cleaning compositions having an acidic pH provide good removal of soap scum stains. Compositions of the present invention comprise an acidic constituent which comprises either citric acid alone or citric acid in combination with an acid selecte... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7189686 | Water soluble sachet containing hard surface cleaner The invention relates to a water soluble container which containing concentrate composition useful for hard surface disinfecting and cleaning comprising: (a) at least one cationic surfactant having germicidal properties; (b) at least one non-ionic surfactant; (c) at... | 03/13/2007 |
| 7186675 | Quick drying washing and cleaning agent, comprising an anionic/cationic/amphoteric surfactant mixture Surfactant combinations containing: (a) one or more alkyl ether sulfates; (b) at least one quaternary ammonium compound corresponding to formula I: in which EO is ethylene ox... | 03/06/2007 |
| 6916776 | Article for sanitizing a surface comprising a wipe containing an adhesive, positively charged, binder A restaurant cleaning towel made from a substrate such as a woven, nonwoven, or knit fabric. A sanitizer release polymer composition comprising at least one cationic (or alternatively, nonionic) surfactant is bound to the surface of the towel. Preferably, the cation... | 07/12/2005 |
| 6896739 | Anti-tarnish aqueous treatment An aqueous solution that has the capacity for removing tarnish and other soil from copper, silver, gold and other noble metals and alloys thereof comprises an acid, thiourea and a transition metal salt. The aqueous material can be used to treat the surfaces of such ... | 05/24/2005 |
| 6844307 | Compositions to reduce textile contaminants and associated processing methods Contaminant solubilizing compositions are provided that are suitable for use in a variety of textile applications, including dyeing applications. The contaminant solubilizing compositions generally include at least one C1 to C4 ester of lactic ... | 01/18/2005 |
| 6834657 | Absorbant pad for applying anti-coagulant A sterile, absorbent, lint-free, soft, and at least slightly abrasive pad is impregnated with an anti-coagulant. The pad is packaged in a sterile pouch and the pouch is opened to apply the anti-coagulant to an intravenous device such as a catheter or stent device, t... | 12/28/2004 |
| 6794352 | Cleaning towel having a color identifying label and sanitizer release polymer composition A restaurant cleaning towel made from a substrate such as a woven, nonwoven, or knit fabric. A sanitizer release polymer composition comprising at least one cationic (or alternatively, nonionic) surfactant is bound to the surface of the towel. Preferably, the cation... | 09/21/2004 |
| 6753306 | Germicidal and disinfectant composition A germicide and disinfectant composition contains detergent and at least two enzymes adapted to cause lysis in glycoprotein in infectious agents. These germicidal and disinfectant compositions are used in conjunction with prepackaged wipes and kits that allows the u... | 06/22/2004 |
| 6670316 | Spot pretreatment compositions Thickened aqueous cleaning compositions are used for spot cleaning of stains and soils on garments and textiles. The compositions comprise: a detersive surfactant component, preferably anionic and/or nonionic; an organic solvent; an enzyme; and xanthan gu... | 12/30/2003 |
| 6667287 | Light duty cleaning composition comprising an amine oxide and polyacrylic acid homopolymer The present invention relates to a toilet bowl light duty liquid cleaning composition containing at least one surfactant, a disinfecting agent, a polymeric viscosity modifier and water.... | 12/23/2003 |
| 6667290 | Substrate treated with a binder comprising positive or neutral ions An article for sanitizing a surface with a sanitizing solution while maintaining the concentration level of a sanitizer in the sanitizing solution at an effective concentration level. A substrate that absorbs and holds the sanitizing solution is treated w... | 12/23/2003 |
| 6645930 | Clean room wipes for neutralizing caustic chemicals Clean room wipe products, methods of preparing them, and methods of using them are described. The clean room wipes are intended for use in cleaning up alkaline contaminants in clean room environments. The wipes contain impregnated acidic solutions, e.g., ... | 11/11/2003 |
| 6579378 | De-staining composition and apparatus The present invention is drawn to a method for de-staining a substrate that is stained with a dye by bringing the substrate into contact with a de-staining composition and absorbing the dye from the substrate with the de-staining composition, wherein the ... | 06/17/2003 |
| 6525011 | Methods and acidizing compositions for reducing metal surface corrosion and sulfide precipitation Methods and acidizing compositions for reducing the corrosion of the metal surfaces of tubular goods and the like and reducing the precipitation of metal sulfide from the acidizing compositions are provided. The methods basically comprise the steps of com... | 02/25/2003 |
| 6468954 | Blood, coffee or fruit juice stain remover in an alkaline composition A blood, coffee or fruit juice removing cleaning composition, and methods for using such, which may take the form of a detergent additive or pre-spotter, generally including an amount of carbonate source effective to remove blood, coffee or fruit juice fr... | 10/22/2002 |
| 6420332 | Blood and organic stain remover The present invention is a blood and organic stain remover which includes in a first embodiment a protease, an amylase, an enzyme stabilizing system such as a source of calcium, an alcohol, and an alkanolamine, a nonionic detergent, and water. In a second... | 07/16/2002 |
| 6368420 | Detergent composition and method for warewashing A chemical cleaning system for a multi-tank or a single-tank mechanical warewashing machine is provided, having at least two separate components for aqueous dissolution or dilution to respective use concentrations, a first component comprising an enzyme o... | 04/09/2002 |
| 6355605 | Composition and method for removing iron stain and scale A cleaning composition and method are provided for removing iron stains and scale from the external surfaces of duck decoys. An illustrative composition contains hydrochloric acid, stannous chloride, ammonium bifluoride, and water. The compositions are ap... | 03/12/2002 |
| 6323170 | Floor cleaners which provide improved burnish response No-rinse floor cleaning compositions which provide improved burnish response to finished floors are sold in concentrated form or in diluted, ready to use form. The concentrated compositions when diluted with water comprise from about 100 ppm to about 750 ... | 11/27/2001 |
| 6310024 | Rust and scale removal composition and process Disclosed in the present application is a composition that is useful for rust and/or corrosion removal that contains a reducing agent, a chelating agent, a surfactant, and a dispersant. Disclosed also are processes for using this composition in aqueous sy... | 10/30/2001 |
| 6297208 | Rust stain removal formula A rust stain removal formula using fluoboric acid as the active ingredient and a method of making same. The inventive formula does not etch glazed, glass or enamel surfaces to which the formula is applied. Further, the inventive formula reduces other prob... | 10/02/2001 |
| 6200941 | Fully diluted hard surface cleaners containing high concentrations of certain anions Fully diluted hard surface cleaners are disclosed which are particularly effective on cleaning soap scum. The cleaners contain at least 0.45 eq/kg of a dissolved anion which reacts with calcium ion to form an insoluble salt. The cleaners also contain a pa... | 03/13/2001 |
| 6200939 | Biocompositible cleaning and deodorizing compositions for medical devices Biocompatible aqueous biocompatible cleaning and deodorizing compositions comprise (i) a biocompatible high osmotic pressure material, (ii) a Polycarboxylic acid salt, (iii) a polyhydric alcohol, (iv) a nonionic surfactant, and (v) an odor elimination age... | 03/13/2001 |
| 6093387 | Extended-release chemical formulation in tablet form for urine pretreatment The present invention provides water-soluble, extended-release chemical formulations, in tablet form, for urine pretreatment, that require minimal, if any, use of a binder component, yet are non-dusting, pliable, structurally strong, and not weakened by e... | 07/25/2000 |
| 6090771 | Low residue aqueous hard surface cleaning and disinfecting compositions Aqueous based cleaning compositions simultaneously featuring disinfecting, low residue deposit and good cleaning characteristics are provided. The compositions include one or more quaternary amine compounds as disinfecting active agents, an organic solven... | 07/18/2000 |
| 6068001 | Process for stainless steel pickling and passivation without using nitric acid Process for stainless steel pickling consisting in placing the material to be treated in a bath kept at a temperature ranging from 30° C. to 70° C. and containing: a) HCl b) Fe3+ c) HF d) emulsifiers, wetting agents, polishing agents, acid attack ... | 05/30/2000 |
| 6048836 | Use of a combination of surfactants, chelating agents and essential oils for effective disinfection The present invention relates to the use, in a composition, of a combination of a chelating agent, a surfactant, and an essential oil or an active thereof, to provide disinfecting properties to said composition.... | 04/11/2000 |
| 6013614 | Comprehensive stain removal kit A portable stain removal kit containing single use packets of various spotting agents and a stain guide directing use of the various spotting agents to effectively and professionally remove any type of known or unknown stain. The spotting agents include w... | 01/11/2000 |
