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20120118321CLEANING OF A COOKING DEVICE OR APPLIANCE WITH A COMPOSITION COMPRISING A BUILT-IN RINSE AID - The present invention discloses a method for cleaning a cooking device or appliance comprising contacting at least the cooking chamber of the cooking device or appliance with a cleaning composition comprising a sheeting polymer that provides a layer on the surfaces of at least the cooking chamber so as to afford a sheeting action in an aqueous rinse step. The sheeting polymer is selected from the group of cationic polysaccharides and maleic acid-olefin copolymers.05-17-2012
20120065120CLEANING AND CORROSION INHIBITION SYSTEM AND COMPOSITION FOR SURFACES OF ALUMINUM OR COLORED METALS AND ALLOYS THEREOF UNDER ALKALINE CONDITIONS - The present invention relates to corrosion inhibitor systems, in particular to cleaning and corrosion inhibiting compositions for surfaces of aluminum or colored metals and alloys thereof under alkaline conditions, especially in the food and pharmaceutical industries. The cleaning and corrosion inhibiting compositions comprise as a corrosion inhibitor at least one alkyleneoxy alkylphosphate di- or triester having the general formula03-15-2012
20120058025MATERIAL DISPENSING SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH CAPACITANCE SENSOR ASSEMBLY - A dispensing system and method for delivering material to a washing device using a capacitance sensor configuration is disclosed. The capacitance sensor configuration allows a controller to monitor and determine a flow rate of fluid exiting a reservoir. The dispensing system uses the flow rate information, along with downstream conductivity information, to control the dispensing of material. Additionally, one or more error conditions are identified during the material delivery cycle based at least partially on the monitored conductivity and capacitance.03-08-2012
20120042901MOP WITH RECEPTACLE - Some aspects of the present invention are related to a mop and/or mop head that allows larger debris to pass over at least a portion of the mop head and into a receptacle of the mop head. In some embodiments, the mop head and the receptacle are integrally formed. The mop has debris collecting material coupled to the mop head to collect dust, dirt, and other relatively small debris as the mop moves over a floor. In one particular embodiment, the debris collecting material is a non-woven material. The debris collecting material of the mop can be connected to the mop many different ways. However, in some embodiments, the material is connected via several projections extending from atop surface of the mop head. The projections pass through apertures in the dust collecting material.02-23-2012
20120031999MULTIPLE FUNCTION DISPENSER - A dispenser for mixing and dispensing a liquid chemical concentrate with a dilutent from a container. The dispenser includes two slideable eductors one of which is also rotatable. Both a high and low flow rate can be obtained with simultaneous adjustment of concentration of the chemical concentrate. The dispenser has a high degree of accuracy of the amount of dilution of the chemical concentrate as well as positive positioning of the high and low flow rate.02-09-2012
20120031433MATERIAL DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A method of determining one or more operational parameters of a washing system having a wash tank to which water and material are added. In one embodiment, the method includes monitoring a concentration of material, which is decreased at least partially due to water being added to the wash tank. The method also includes maintaining the concentration of material by dispensing material into the wash tank during a material dispensing operation. Additionally, the method includes generating a parameter indicative of a rate at which the material is dispensed during the material dispensing operation. The method also includes determining a presence of a water flow abnormality based at least partially on the generated parameter.02-09-2012
20120006652NEW LUBRICANT CONCENTRATE CONTAINING A PHOSPHATE TRIESTER - The present invention relates to a lubricant concentrate containing the following components 01-12-2012
20110316695HYGIENE MONITORING AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A Real Time Locating System (RTLS) hygiene management and monitoring system for individuals and companies to manage and monitor the hygiene of their surroundings. In some embodiments of the invention, RTLS is used to monitor and manage cleanliness of rooms and surfaces and the location of cleaning supplies and cleaning personnel. The invention provides improved efficiency and quality of hygiene services. For instance, the invention can enable prioritization of cleaning, improve efficient use of cleaning supplies and cleaning personnel, track short and long term cleaning operations, and provide insight into ineffective cleaning.12-29-2011
20110289012PRODUCT EFFICIENCY CALCULATOR SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method of using a computer system to inform a consumer about an efficiency associated with an improved packaging configuration for a cleaning product relative to a standard packaging configuration for the cleaning product. The method comprises inputting values from the consumer into the computer system using an input device and storing the input values in a memory, using a processor to calculate a packaging space efficiency and a packaging material efficiency, and using the processor to calculate a total cost savings from using the improved packaging configuration. The method further comprises calculating a storage cost savings based on the shipping-associated packaging space efficiency and the storage cost per unit volume; calculating a disposal cost savings based on the packaging material efficiency and the disposal cost per unit weight; adding the storage cost savings and the disposal cost savings; and displaying output to the consumer using the output device.11-24-2011
20110262205FLOOR FINISH APPLICATOR - A floor finish applicator including a cart having wheels and a body member constructed and arranged to receive a source of floor finish. The floor finish applicator also includes a pump coupled to the cart and operable to deliver floor finish to a floor, a floor finish feed conduit in fluid communication between the pump and a container supporting floor finish, and a transmission assembly coupled to the cart. The floor finish feed conduit supplies floor finish to the pump. The transmission assembly includes an axle coupled to and driven by a wheel of the cart, a drive gear connected to the axle, a drive shaft having a driven gear for engaging the drive gear and driving the pump, and a hand-actuated spring-loaded clutch for selective engagement of the pump and the drive shaft with the axle.10-27-2011
20110248044MULTI-STATION LIQUID DISPENSING APPARATUS WITH AUTOMATIC SELECTION OF PROPER FLOW RATE - A multi-station liquid mixing and dispensing apparatus. The apparatus includes a housing that defines a first pocket for supporting a first container and a second pocket for supporting a second container, a first door pivotably coupled to the housing and enclosing the first pocket, and a second door pivotably coupled to the housing opposite the first door. The first door includes a first window through which the first container can be identified. The second door encloses the second pocket and includes a second window through which the second container can be identified. The apparatus also includes a valve coupled to the housing to control flow of chemical concentrate to at least one of the first container and the second container.10-13-2011
20110244137FLOOR FINISH APPLICATOR - One aspect of the present Invention provides a pull-behind floor finish applicator which includes a wheeled cart constructed and arranged to receive a source of floor finish. The wheeled cart includes a selectively moveable floor finish spreader coupled to the cart with a biasing member.10-06-2011
20110232774MIXING EDUCTOR - An eductor for mixing two liquids wherein the eductor includes a closed or non-air gap back flow prevention member. The vacuum profile of the eductor is altered by changing an opening in a passage portion to controllably divert water flow around the venturi tube or diverting the water without the opening. This affords the changing of the vacuum profile without redesigning the entire eductor.09-29-2011
20110232691WARE WASHING SYSTEM CONTAINING CATIONIC STARCH - The present invention discloses a method of washing ware, in particular in an automatic domestic or institutional ware washing machine, using a detergent composition containing a cationic starch. This eliminates the need for a surfactant in the rinse step. The cationic starch provides a layer of cationic starch on the ware so as to afford a sheeting action in an aqueous rinse step without any added rinse agent.09-29-2011
20110220684METERING AND DISPENSING CLOSURE - A metering and dispensing closure for a container. A rotor and a movable member rotate in conjunction with a cap member to afford accurate measuring of a powder material and dispensing of it. The rotor, the movable member, and the container cap afford a consistent measuring of the powder material, as well as provide a variety of drive members which can be utilized with the dispensing closure.09-15-2011
20110214692SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY FOR A FLOOR CLEANING MACHINE - A squeegee assembly for removing liquids from a floor. The squeegee assembly includes a frame that has a first and second suction ports separated from each other in a lateral direction, and a squeegee blade coupled to the frame and positioned adjacent the suction ports. The squeegee blade has a first portion adjacent the first suction port, and a second portion adjacent the second suction port. The first portion extends in lateral directions away from the first suction port at an angle to channel fluid encountered by the first portion toward the first suction port. The second portion extends in lateral directions away from the second suction port at an angle to channel fluid encountered by the second portion toward the second suction port such that the squeegee blade acts as a separate funnel for each of the first suction port and the second suction port.09-08-2011
20110197916SQUEEGEE ASSEMBLY FOR A FLOOR CLEANING MACHINE - The present invention relates to an improved squeegee assembly. Some embodiments of the present invention are directed to a uniquely shaped squeegee configuration that has been found to remove liquids from a floor in an efficient manner. One particular embodiment utilizes a W-shaped squeegee. Other embodiments are directed to a squeegee fixation device. Yet other embodiments are directed toward a squeegee orientation device. Some embodiments are also directed toward a lifting mechanism and the connection between the squeegee assembly and the lifting mechanism.08-18-2011
20110182771SANITIZING AND CLEANING COMPOSITION AND ITS USE FOR SANITIZING AND/OR CLEANING HARD SURFACES - The present invention relates to acidic sanitizing and/or cleaning compositions comprising a specific quaternary antimicrobial system consisting of C07-28-2011
20110163043METHOD FOR TREATING FLOOR POLISH STRIPPING WASTEWATER AND WASHING WASTEWATER - To provide a method for treating floor polish stripping wastewater and washing wastewater that is suitable for treating stripping wastewater produced in stripping with a strongly alkaline stripping agent when a floor polish coating film coated and formed on a floor surface is recoated and for treating washing wastewater produced in surface washing with a floor cleaner having neutral to alkaline properties during periodic or daily washing, this method making it possible to perform operations within a limited interval by treating wastewater within a short time and removing solids, thereby reducing environmental loads. A method for treating stripping wastewater or washing wastewater by which solid-liquid separation process can be performed within a short time and with good efficiency by adding a polyamidine polymer flocculant and converting aggregated particles into nonadhesive flocks of an appropriate size.07-07-2011
20110133417ADJUSTABLE CLEANING CART AND METHOD - A cleaning cart supports cleaning supplies and comprises a bar defining a length that is adjustable to change at least one of a length and a width of the cleaning cart, first and second wheels coupled to the bar and separated a distance that is adjustable by varying the length of the bar, an upright coupled to the bar and extending upwardly therefrom, and a receptacle coupled to at least one of the bar and the upright and adapted to hold cleaning supplies therein.06-09-2011
20110098203LUBRICANT COMPOSITION FOR RESIN CONVEYOR AND METHOD FOR USING SAME - A lubricant composition for a resin conveyor, comprising specific (A) a nonionic surfactant and (B) water and, if necessary, (C) (a) a cationic surfactant and/or (b) an amphoteric surfactant, and a method for using same. Using a specific nonionic surfactant as the main component provides excellent washing ability, lubricating ability, and stability in storage. In particular, because excellent ability to prevent stress cracking is attained, the lubricant composition for a resin conveyor can be advantageously employed for transporting PET containers. Furthermore, adding a specific cationic surfactant makes it possible to obtain a lubricant composition for a resin conveyor also demonstrating an effect of inhibiting microorganism (fungi) generation, without degrading the various original performances (effects). Furthermore, a preferred method for using those lubricant compositions for resin conveyors is also provided.04-28-2011
20110095047 MULTIPLE FUNCTION DISPENSER - A method of dispensing different concentrations of chemical concentrate from a concentrate container at different flow rates. The method includes providing a stream of water and a chemical concentrate adapted to be diluted in the stream of water between an inlet of a body member and an outlet of the body member to provide a fluid concentration dispensable from the outlet at one of a plurality of flow rates, rotating at least a portion of an eductor to vary one of a volume of chemical concentrate and the flow rate, sliding the eductor to vary the other of the volume of chemical concentrate and the flow rate, and selectively dispensing the fluid concentration through the outlet.04-28-2011
20110073622METERING AND DISPENSING CLOSURE - A metering and dispensing closure for a container wherein two rotatable disks rotate in conjunction with a stationary cap member to afford accurate measuring of a powder material and dispensing of it. The disks and the container cap afford a consistent measuring of the powder material, as well as provide a variety of drive members which can be utilized with the dispensing closure.03-31-2011
20110047737FLOOR FINISH APPLICATION PAD AND METHOD - A floor finish application apparatus and method for applying floor finishes to a floor. The floor finish application apparatus can include an applicator pad, which in some embodiments comprises filter material. In some embodiments, the filter material is air filter material, and has certain wet and/or dry friction characteristics, density, thickness, compressive resistance, liquid absorptive capacity, porosity, spreading capability, and/or leveling capability. In some embodiments, the pad has a stepped or otherwise uneven height.03-03-2011
20110020558 DRY LUBRICATION METHOD EMPLOYING OIL-BASED LUBRICANTS - The present invention relates to a method of lubricating a conveyor belt wherein a lubricant concentrate containing at least one oil is employed in a dry lubrication process. Afterwards, a liquid composition having a pH-value ≧5 is applied to the surface of the conveyor belt on which the lubricant concentrate has been applied earlier.01-27-2011
20110020472NON-AQUEOUS GENERATION OF CHLORINE DIOXIDE - Disclosed is a method of making a non-aqueous chlorine dioxide solution by combining a chlorite salt and a non-aqueous carboxylic acid and the non-aqueous chlorine dioxide solution made by this method. Also disclosed are methods of disinfecting an object by applying the non-aqueous chlorine dioxide solution to the object and methods of disinfecting a liquid by adding the non-aqueous chlorine dioxide solution to the liquid.01-27-2011
20110017574METHOD OF LUBRICATING A CONVEYOR BELT - The present invention relates to a method of lubricating a conveyor belt wherein a lubricant concentrate containing at least one fatty acid is employed in a dry lubrication process at a pH-value of <4. Afterwards, a liquid composition having a pH-value >5 is applied to the surface of the conveyor belt on which the lubricant concentrate has been applied earlier.01-27-2011
20110017233CLEANING BULLET AND METHOD OF OPERATING THE SAME - A cleaning bullet for use in a track can include a compressible body to clean the track, and a motorized device to propel the body through the track. In some embodiments, the motorized device includes wheels rotatably coupled to the device, a motor to drive the wheels, and a power source to supply power to the motor. Also, in some embodiments, one or more wheels engage an inner or outer surface of the track to move the motorized device along the track.01-27-2011
20100327022DISPENSER SYSTEM AND METHOD - A dispensing system for dispensing material from a container having an opening secured by a cap through which material from the container is dispensed. The dispensing system comprises a dispenser defining a receptacle shaped to receive the container and a retainer releasably engagable with the cap, wherein the retainer is engagable with the cap via a releasable and resiliently deformable connection providing resistance against withdrawal of the container from the receptacle. In some embodiments, an aperture defined in the retainer is shaped and dimensioned to receive a portion of the cap. In some embodiments, a portion of the retainer is resiliently deformable, and at least partially defines the resiliently deformable connection. In some embodiments, the portion of the retainer is a protrusion extending in a direction toward the receptacle. In some embodiments, the releasable and resiliently deformable connection provides a snap fit engagement between the retainer and the cap.12-30-2010
20100324137LAURIC ARGINATE AS A CONTACT ANTIMICROBIAL - A surface disinfecting composition includes a combination of lauric arginate ethyl ester in combination with EDTA, octenyl succinic acid, octanoic acid, glycolic acid, lactic acid, or combinations thereof. The aqueous solution can be used to disinfect a wide variety of surfaces including food processing and storage equipment, vegetables and fruits, as well as animal carcasses such as poultry.12-23-2010
20100311631LOW VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS CLEANER COMPOSITION - Disclosed herein are low volatile organic compound cleaner compositions which include a diethylene glycol monoalkyl ether, benzyl alcohol, and a fluorosurfactant. Also disclosed are low volatile organic compound cleaner compositions which include a diethylene glycol monoalkyl ether, benzyl alcohol, and an ethanolamine. Methods of using the compositions are also provided.12-09-2010
20100307532METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR REMOVING A FILM FROM A SURFACE - A tool and method for removing a film from a surface is provided, wherein the tool can include a frame, a handle operably coupled to the frame, a number of wheels operably coupled to the frame, a cylinder rotatably coupled to the frame, an arm rotatably coupled to the frame, and a number of separating devices operably coupled to the arm. In some embodiments, the wheels can rotate about one or more axes parallel to the surface. The cylinder, which collects the removed film, rotates about an axis that can also be parallel to the surface. The arm can rotate about an axis that can also be parallel to the surface.12-09-2010
20100300811LUBRICANT APPLICATOR - A lubricant applicator includes a plurality of applicator bodies fixed to a common manifold. A nozzle from the manifold into the applicator body directs lubricant to a reservoir which allows the lubricant to drip onto the moving conveyor. A spreader bar is used to ensure that the entire cross section of the conveyor run is coated with the lubricant. The amount of lubricant injected into the reservoir is adjusted by selecting a nozzle with an appropriately sized orifice. Thus, a separate applicator can be used for each chain of a multi-chain conveyor and the amount of lubricant for each chain can be precisely controlled using a single manifold controlled by a single solenoid valve.12-02-2010

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