An indicator composition can be used to measure calcium hardness within a sample of water from a process water system. The indicator composition can include a calcium indicator, a range extender, and a buffer. The indicator composition can accurately measure calcium concentrations within the sample of water at low, moderate, and high calcium levels, including at calcium concentrations of greater than 50 ppm. The indicator composition can measure calcium hardness without the use of masking agents at a pH of less than about 7.
An automated cleaning machine may include one or more short cleaning cycles in which the duration of a cleaning cycle is shortened relative to the duration of a default cleaning cycle. During a short cleaning cycle, other cleaning cycle parameters may also be adjusted to ensure that the articles subjected to the short cleaning cycle are adequately cleaned and sanitized. For example, the wash temperature, rinse temperature, and/or cleaning product amounts or concentrations, may be adjusted to account for the shortened duration of the cleaning cycle. The automated cleaning machine may further include one or more short cycle mode(s) during which short cleaning cycle parameters are used and one or more default cycle mode(s) during which default cleaning cycle parameters are used.
Described are compositions and methods for inhibiting and retarding polymerization of a monomer composition, which use a naphthoquinone and a hydroxylamine. When present in a monomer-containing composition, the combination of the naphthoquinone and hydroxylamine provides an unexpected beneficial antipolymerant effect inhibiting unwanted formation of fouling polymer. The antipolymerant combination can be added to a hydrocarbon composition, such as a petroleum, that can include a polymerizable components, such as styrene, where the hydrocarbon composition is purified or processed, such as in the case of distillation.
Processes for imparting oil and grease resistance to paper products, In some embodiments, the process can include combining a plurality of fibers and water to produce a slurry; forming the slurry into a wet web; pressing and draining the wet web to produce a wet sheet; and drying the wet sheet to produce a dried sheet. A sizing composition and a barrier compound can independently be applied to at least one of the slurry, the wet web, the wet sheet, and the dried sheet. The sizing composition can include one or more alkenyl succinic anhydride compounds. The barrier compound can include a polyolefin dispersion, a styrene acrylate emulsion, a sucrose ester, a modified starch, styrene maleic anhydride, an ethylene acrylic acid dispersion, a styrene acrylic acid, a polyvinyl alcohol, an ethylene vinyl alcohol, or a mixture thereof. The dried sheet can have an average KIT Value of at least 3.
D21H 17/37 - Polymers of unsaturated acids or derivatives thereof, e.g. polyacrylates
D21H 19/18 - Coatings without pigments applied in a form other than the aqueous solution defined in group comprising waxes
D21H 19/20 - Coatings without pigments applied in a form other than the aqueous solution defined in group comprising macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
5.
A RELEASE AGENT COMPOSITION FOR PAPERMAKING, A RELEASE AGENT EMULSION AND PREPARATION METHOD AND APPLICATIONS THEREOF
The present invention relates to a release agent composition for papermaking, an emulsion, a preparation method and a use method thereof. The release agent emulsion of the present invention comprises (a) a hydrophobic material; (b) a cationic surfactant, comprising a quaternary ammonium salt type surfactant; and (c) a nonionic surfactant, comprising a polyoxyethylene type nonionic surfactant, wherein the emulsion is free of anionic surfactants, and wherein the emulsion has a particle size of about 0.05-1 μm. The release agent emulsion manufactured according to the method of the present invention has a small particle size, a narrow particle size distribution, and good stability, and thereby has significant application meanings in the papermaking process, especially in the production of crepe paper.
D21H 21/14 - Non-fibrous material added to the pulp, characterised by its function, form or properties; Paper impregnating or coating material, characterised by its function, form or properties characterised by function or properties in or on the paper
6.
COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR MEASURING CALCIUM HARDNESS IN PROCESS WATER
An indicator composition can be used to measure calcium hardness within a sample of water from a process water system. The indicator composition can include a calcium indicator, a range extender, and a buffer. The indicator composition can accurately measure calcium concentrations within the sample of water at low, moderate, and high calcium levels, including at calcium concentrations of greater than 50 ppm. The indicator composition can measure calcium hardness without the use of masking agents at a pH of less than about 7.
G01N 31/22 - Investigating or analysing non-biological materials by the use of the chemical methods specified in the subgroups; Apparatus specially adapted for such methods using chemical indicators
G01N 21/31 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry
G01N 21/78 - Systems in which material is subjected to a chemical reaction, the progress or the result of the reaction being investigated by observing the effect on a chemical indicator producing a change of colour
Peroxyformic acid compositions for removal of biofilm growth and other contaminants and impurities from industrial processing hard surfaces are disclosed. In particular, peroxyformic acid compositions may be dosed on site and/or generated in situ for the reduction and prevention of biofilms on the hard surfaces. Methods of employing the peroxyformic acid compositions for removal of biofilm growth and other impurities such as aldehydes and alcohols from industrial CO2 effluent are also disclosed which beneficially provide ambient biofilm control and break down more rapidly than other peracids, allowing for extended runs between CIP cleaning, including a reduction and/or elimination of cleaning of the scrubbers and other industrial surfaces.
A01N 37/16 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group ; Thio-analogues thereof
A01N 25/02 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators, characterised by their forms, or by their non-active ingredients or by their methods of application; Substances for reducing the noxious effect of the active ingredients to organisms other than pests containing liquids as carriers, diluents or solvents
Disclosed herein is a method for scrub-free cleaning of a soiled solid surface. Additionally disclosed herein is a method of using a cleaning composition for scrub-free cleaning of a soiled solid surface. Further disclosed herein is a unit dose article including the cleaning composition.
Liquid antimicrobial compositions providing efficacy against microbial and viral pathogens while also providing yeasticidal activity are provided. The compositions are compatible formulations that do not leave hazy, streaky, or tacky residues on treated surfaces and do not require PPE. Methods of using the liquid antimicrobial compositions are also provided.
Lubricity additives for fuels compositions are provided which are hydrocarbyl-containing oxygenated polyamines according to Formula I:
Lubricity additives for fuels compositions are provided which are hydrocarbyl-containing oxygenated polyamines according to Formula I:
Lubricity additives for fuels compositions are provided which are hydrocarbyl-containing oxygenated polyamines according to Formula I:
wherein one or more of —R1, —R2, —R3, and —R4 is a carbon- and oxygen-containing group including a hydrophobic hydrocarbyl portion.
The present invention relates to quaternary ammonium disinfecting cleaner compositions comprising a quaternary ammonium compound, an antimicrobial amine, and an anionic scale inhibitor. Beneficially, the compositions provide sanitizing efficacy without diminished performance and without scale formation when diluted with hard water. The compositions are suitable for inactivating and/or reducing infectious agents, particularly Norovirus, Adenovirus, and Polyomavirus.
A01N 25/22 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators, characterised by their forms, or by their non-active ingredients or by their methods of application; Substances for reducing the noxious effect of the active ingredients to organisms other than pests containing ingredients stabilising the active ingredients
A01N 25/02 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators, characterised by their forms, or by their non-active ingredients or by their methods of application; Substances for reducing the noxious effect of the active ingredients to organisms other than pests containing liquids as carriers, diluents or solvents
A01N 33/04 - Nitrogen directly attached to aliphatic or cycloaliphatic carbon atoms
A01N 57/20 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic phosphorus compounds having phosphorus-to-carbon bonds containing acyclic or cycloaliphatic radicals
Surfactants capable of releasing and/or dissolving polymers to form water-soluble or water-dispersible polymer solutions are disclosed. In addition, polymer compositions containing a water-in-oil emulsion comprising the surfactant are provided and can be used, for example, in methods of dissolving a polymer. Also disclosed are detergent compositions and methods of cleaning articles and/or membranes using the surfactants herein. These surfactants and polymer compositions can be used in various industries including for water clarification, papermaking, sewage and industrial water treatment, drilling mud stabilizers, and enhanced oil recovery.
An apparatus for dispensing a detergent solution from a solid detergent into a dishwasher can be attached to a dishwasher rack around a perimeter of the rack and collect water in the dishwasher and use the collected water to produce the detergent solution by dissolving a portion of the solid detergent. In various embodiments, the apparatus can include a detergent chamber to accommodate the solid detergent and optionally an end-of-detergent indicator to indicate an amount of the solid detergent in the detergent chamber. In various embodiments, release of the detergent solution can be controlled passively using size of a liquid outlet or actively using operational state of the dishwasher and/or a sensed signal indicative of the concentration of the detergent in the dishwasher water.
A concentrated liquid sanitizing and rinse composition containing peroxycarboxylic acid(s) and compatible rinse aid surfactants is disclosed. The sanitizing and rinsing compositions are formulated in a single liquid concentrate, replacing a traditional dual product of a sanitizer and rinse aid. The sanitizing and rinsing chemistries are particularly effective at neutral pHs against gram negative organisms at elevated temperatures. Methods of using the concentrated liquid sanitizing and rinse composition are also disclosed.
A01N 37/16 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group ; Thio-analogues thereof
A01N 59/00 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing elements or inorganic compounds
17.
METHOD OF SEPARATING CHEMISTRIES IN A DOOR-TYPE DISHMACHINE
The present disclosure relates to a dishmachine that includes at least two tanks and methods of using the tanks to isolate, substantially isolate, or incrementally isolate different chemistries from each other during a cycle. The disclosed dishmachine design and method allows for the use of two different, and potentially incompatible, reactive, or offsetting chemistries to be used in the same dishmachine cycle.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Hypochlorous acid Chemical preparations for sanitary food storage purposes in the nature of odor neutralizers not for personal use Dosage dispensers for measuring and dispensing portions of disinfectant for sanitary food storage, not for medical use
19.
METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR LITHIUM ORE BENEFICIATION
Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for lithium ore beneficiation. The methods and compositions are suitable for use in flotation of lithium ore sources such as pegmatite, Zinnwaldite, Jadarite, or lithium mica. The methods include combining a lithium ore source, a water source, a collector, and optionally a frother to form a lithium beneficiation slurry; sparging the lithium beneficiation slurry; separating the sparged lithium beneficiation slurry to form a lithium beneficiary and a gangue; and collecting the lithium beneficiary, where the collector includes an oleic acid source, a hydroxycarboxylic acid, and a surfactant. The collectors obtain improved performance in terms of purity of lithium recovered from the ore, as a function of percent lithium recovery.
The invention includes a solid rinse aid that is particularly designed for pressed or extrusion solid formation and which is effective for spotless surfaces after rinsing, especially rinsing metals without corrosion. According to the invention, a solid acid is combined with a short-chain alkylbenzene and alkyl naphthalene sulfonate. The short-chain alkylbenzene and alkyl naphthalene sulfonate act as a solidification agent as well as a hydrotrope, and total dissolved solid (TDS) active and are combined with at least one nonionic low foaming surfactant.
Disclosed herein are detergent compositions containing extended chain surfactants that form microemulsions with and can remove greasy and oily stains. In certain embodiments the extended nonionic surfactant includes Guerbet C10 or C12(PO)8(EO)n. The detergent compositions and methods of employing the same beneficially clean soils from textiles including difficult to remove cosmetic soils and food oils, even those comprised of non-trans fats.
Cleaning systems employing detergent compositions in combination with builders comprising alkalinity and chelants are provided. The detergent compositions include amine oxide surfactant and alcohol ethoxylate surfactant blends having a mixture of chain lengths and branching provided. The detergent compositions are particularly efficacious for flexible cleaning systems for cosmetic and other soils as they provide the benefit of separate dosing of surfactants in the detergent from alkalinity sources in a builder composition. Methods of using the detergent compositions and/or the cleaning systems are provided.
Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for lithium ore beneficiation. The methods and compositions are suitable for use in froth flotation of lithium ore sources. The methods include combining a lithium ore source, a water source, and a collector composition to form a lithium beneficiation slurry; sparging the lithium beneficiation slurry; separating the sparged lithium beneficiation slurry to form a lithium beneficiary and a gangue; and collecting the lithium beneficiary, where the collector includes a C10 to C28 hydroxycarboxylic acid, a surfactant, and a solvent. The collectors obtain high yield of lithium and excellent selectivity for lithium species in the froth flotation of lithium ores.
Detergent compositions effective for controlling hard water scale accumulation are disclosed. Detergent compositions employing phosphinosuccinic acid and mono-, bis- and oligomeric phosphinosuccinic acid (PSO) derivatives with alkali metal carbonate and/or alkali metal hydroxide reduce hard water scale accumulation on treated surfaces at alkaline conditions between about pH of 9 and 12.5. Methods employing the detergent compositions and preventing hard water scale accumulation are also provided.
The disclosure relates to hard surface cleaning compositions, methods of making the hard surface cleaning compositions, and methods of using the hard surface cleaning compositions. In particular, the hard surface cleaning compositions have reduced surface tension for cleaning surfaces with low surface free energy. Preferably, the hard surface cleaning compositions have low contact angles on a variety of surfaces.
Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for lithium ore beneficiation. The methods and compositions are suitable for use in flotation of lithium ore sources such as pegmatite, Zinnwaldite, Jadarite, or lithium mica. The methods include combining a lithium ore source, a water source, a collector, and optionally a frother to form a lithium beneficiation slurry; sparging the lithium beneficiation slurry; separating the sparged lithium beneficiation slurry to form a lithium beneficiary and a gangue; and collecting the lithium beneficiary, where the collector includes an oleic acid source, a hydroxycarboxylic acid, and a surfactant. The collectors obtain improved performance in terms of purity of lithium recovered from the ore, as a function of percent lithium recovery.
Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for lithium ore beneficiation. The methods and compositions are suitable for use in froth flotation of lithium ore sources. The methods include combining a lithium ore source, a water source, and a collector composition to form a lithium beneficiation slurry; sparging the lithium beneficiation slurry; separating the sparged lithium beneficiation slurry to form a lithium beneficiary and a gangue; and collecting the lithium beneficiary, where the collector includes a C10 to C28 hydroxycarboxylic acid, a surfactant, and a solvent. The collectors obtain high yield of lithium and excellent selectivity for lithium species in the froth flotation of lithium ores.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
Goods & Services
Detergents for use in manufacturing processes in the food and beverage industries; Bleaching preparations for industrial purposes Chemical cleaners directed to the dairy, food and beverage industries Sanitizing preparations for use in the dairy, food and beverage industries
29.
SYNTHETIC LUBRICITY ADDITIVES FOR HYDROCARBON FUELS
Lubricity additives for fuels compositions are provided which are hydrocarbyl- containing oxygenated polyamines according to Formula (I) wherein one or more of -R1, -R2, -R34 is a carbon- and oxygen-containing group including a hydrophobic hydrocarbyl portion.
The present disclosure provides methods and compositions for inhibiting corrosion of metallic surfaces and dissolving iron sulfide deposits in aqueous systems. A method may include adding a composition to the aqueous medium. The composition may include malic acid or a salt thereof. The composition may optionally include an organic solvent and/or a corrosion inhibitor.
The invention relates to solidification of liquid anionic surfactants with a binder, carrier, or both binder and carrier to form a solidified surfactant composition. In particular, the invention relates to solidification of liquid surfactants utilizing drying device(s), wherein the feed composition contains at least one liquid surfactant and the binder, carrier, or binder and carrier to form a solidified surfactant composition. The solidified surfactant compositions can be useful in various cleaning compositions.
C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
C11D 1/14 - Sulfonic acids or sulfuric acid esters; Salts thereof derived from aliphatic hydrocarbons or mono-alcohols
C11D 1/22 - Sulfonic acids or sulfuric acid esters; Salts thereof derived from aromatic compounds
C11D 1/24 - Sulfonic acids or sulfuric acid esters; Salts thereof derived from aromatic compounds containing ester or ether groups directly attached to the nucleus
A device, system, and method of controlling pests are disclosed. A pest control device includes a sensor having a sensor cell and a controller. A surface of the sensor cell is coated with an agent that reacts with a targeted biochemical analyte secreted by pests. The controller is coupled to the sensor and is configured to receive sensor data from the sensor cell indicative of a rate of change in sensor mass detected on the surface of the sensor cell, determine whether the rate of change in the sensor mass based on the received sensor data exceeds a predefined threshold rate, and transmit a pest detection alert notification to a server in response to a determination that the rate of change exceeds the predetermined threshold rate.
C07F 9/6571 - Heterocyclic compounds, e.g. containing phosphorus as a ring hetero atom having phosphorus atoms, with or without nitrogen, oxygen, sulfur, selenium or tellurium atoms, as ring hetero atoms having phosphorus and oxygen atoms as the only ring hetero atoms
A01M 1/02 - Stationary means for catching or killing insects with devices attracting the insects
A01M 1/20 - Poisoning, narcotising, or burning insects
C07F 9/17 - Esters of thiophosphoric acids with hydroxyalkyl compounds without further substituents on alkyl
The invention is directed to adhesive remover compositions and methods of their use. The adhesive remover compositions generally comprise a glycol ether solvent system comprising an aliphatic glycol ether, an aromatic glycol ether, a hydrophobic glycol ether, and a hydrophilic glycol ether, and a surfactant system. In further embodiment of the invention, the surfactant system may comprise three surfactants. In another aspect of the invention, the composition effectively removes medical adhesives from healthcare textiles. In a particular embodiment of the invention, the surfactant system may comprise one or more nonionic surfactants.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
35 - Advertising and business services
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Goods & Services
Apparatus and instruments, namely, an electronic instrument for testing, measuring, and monitoring the flow and stability of crude oil, feedstock, and feedstock blends; downloadable software for analyzing, monitoring, and recording data related to the stability of crude oil, feedstock, and feedstock blends Business consulting and advisory services in the field of feedstock stability and optimization; business advisory services related to the management of feedstock processing facilities Scientific and technological services in the field of testing, measuring, and monitoring the stability of crude oil, feedstock, and feedstock blends; software as a service (SAAS) services for analyzing, monitoring, and recording data related to the stability of crude oil, feedstock, and feedstock blends
35.
LUBRICATION OF TRANSFER PLATES USING AN OIL OR OIL IN WATER EMULSIONS
The invention relates to a non-corrosive degreasing concentrate and ready to use formulation. In particular, non-corrosive compositions capable of removing polymerized grease as effectively as some alkali metal hydroxide (i.e. caustic) based degreasers without requiring the use of personal protective equipment are disclosed.
A composition for cleaning membranes used in food processing comprising an amine oxide and an alkyl sulfate, the composition maintaining good cleaning performance whilst leaving a low residue of surfactant on the membrane that is cleaned using the composition. A method of use of the composition is also presented.
Alkaline sprayable aqueous compositions for cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting are disclosed. In particular, the sprayable compositions include an alkali soluble emulsion polymer, an alkalinity source, a foaming agent, and water. Beneficially, the sprayable cleaning compoistions have reduced misting and are environmentally safe for users to apply. Further the compositions exhibit less running on non-horizontal surfaces than acrylamide-based compositions.
The present disclosure provides methods and compositions for inhibiting corrosion of metallic surfaces and dissolving iron sulfide deposits in aqueous systems. A method may include adding a composition to the aqueous medium. The composition may include malic acid or a salt thereof. The composition may optionally include an organic solvent and/or a corrosion inhibitor.
Compositions and colloidal particles are provided that may be used to improve a papermaking process. The compositions and colloidal particles may include a polymer and an inorganic salt. A papermaking process carried out using the presently disclosed compositions and colloidal particles may produce a paper product that has increased strength properties.
Compositions and colloidal particles are provided that may be used to improve a papermaking process. The compositions and colloidal particles may include a polymer and an inorganic salt. A papermaking process carried out using the presently disclosed compositions and colloidal particles may produce a paper product that has increased strength properties.
Peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acid forming compositions and methods for forming peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acids, preferably in situ, using the peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acid forming compositions are disclosed. Methods of using the peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acids, including for treating a surface or a target in need of antimicrobial or sanitizing treatment are also disclosed. Particular applications of using odor-free, low volatility peroxyhydroxycarboxylic acid sanitizers for direct food contact are disclosed.
A01N 37/16 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group ; Thio-analogues thereof
[0098][0098] Coupon cleaning for testing and analysis can be automated to reduce potential exposure to liquid solutions and to more quickly and efficiently clean multiple coupons. A robotic arm (18) is controlled and programmed to connect to one or more coupons (46) and to move the coupons (46) along a guide. The arm (18) then submerges the coupon (46) into multiple solutions and/or water in a predetermined sequence to clean the coupon. The coupon (46) is then replaced on a rack (26) to dry before being measured and analyzed. The process is automated in that no human is needed to contact the coupons or to move them through the cleaning sequence, which provides a safer process for cleaning of the coupons.
B08B 3/04 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid
B08B 3/12 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid with additional treatment of the liquid or of the object being cleaned, e.g. by heat, by electricity or by vibration by sonic or ultrasonic vibrations
B25J 11/00 - Manipulators not otherwise provided for
The present application discloses a holder for corrosion pieces, comprising: a body (80) having a t-shaped hanger (82) at an upper portion, wherein said body is open from a front portion to a rear portion away from the t-shaped hanger; and a cage (90) for holding a corrosion piece at the open body, said cage comprising an open upper portion for receiving a corrosion piece, a closed lower portion, and substantially open from and rear sections; wherein said substantially open front and rear sections of the cage comprising one or more ribs (100) crossing said substantially open front and rear to aid in holding the corrosion piece in place.
Solid laundry fabric softening compositions for laundry applications of use are disclosed. In particular, solid laundry fabric softening compositions combining quaternary dialkyl actives with low iodine values and silicone provide softness without causing any significant yellowing or loss of water absorption or wicking to the treated linen. The solid laundry fabric softening compositions can be provided as a multi-use block having uniform dispensing rates and without block sloughing. Beneficially, the combination of processing aids for solidification comprising one or more of (A) polyethylene glycol and an acidulant, (B) a surfactant and an acidulant, or (C) polyethylene glycol, a surfactant and an acidulant, are combined with the quaternary ammonium compounds and silicone to provide the stable solid composition.
The present disclosure relates to a process and a system for assessing the performance of cleaning operations by utilizing an automatic read out routine for test strips subjected to a cleaning operation. Furthermore, the present disclosure relates to a computer program product capable of performing the process.
A61L 2/24 - Apparatus using programmed or automatic operation
A61L 2/28 - Devices for testing the effectiveness or completeness of sterilisation, e.g. indicators which change colour
G01N 21/78 - Systems in which material is subjected to a chemical reaction, the progress or the result of the reaction being investigated by observing the effect on a chemical indicator producing a change of colour
G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications
H04N 23/54 - Mounting of pick-up tubes, electronic image sensors, deviation or focusing coils
H04N 23/57 - Mechanical or electrical details of cameras or camera modules specially adapted for being embedded in other devices
47.
REDUCING ILLNESSES AND INFECTIONS CAUSED BY INEFFECTIVE CLEANING BY TRACKING AND CONTROLLING CLEANING EFFICACY
A wearable computing device may be used to track the efficacy of one or more cleaning actions performed. The device can include one or more sensors that detect and measure motion associated with a cleaning event. In different examples, the movement data generated by the device can be compared to reference movement data to determine if the individual has cleaned all the objects they were expected to clean and/or if the individual has cleaned a given object sufficiently well. As another example, the movement data generated by the device can be analyzed to distinguish cleaning and non-cleaning movement actions as well as to distinguish different types of cleaning actions during cleaning movement. The quality of each cleaning action can be evaluated. In any configuration, the device may perform an operation in response to determining that ineffective cleaning is being performed, causing corrected cleaning action to be performed.
A dishwashing apparatus may include a sump. The sump may include a sump pan configured to couple with a wash chamber of the dishwashing apparatus. The sump may include a sump well coupled to the sump pan and configured to collect the liquid from the sump pan. The sump well may include a well inlet in communication with the sump pan. The sump pan may convey the liquid to the well inlet. A recirculation port extending through a first wall of the sump well. A drain port may extend through a second wall of the sump well. The second wall defines a bottom of the sump well. The dishwashing apparatus may include a controller. The controller may monitor electrical characteristics of a pump. The controller may provide a notification if fluid is not flowing through the pump.
The invention discloses synergistic combinations of surfactant blends and cleaning compositions employing the same. In certain embodiments a surfactant system is disclosed which includes an extended anionic surfactant with novel linker surfactants including one or more of an alkyl glycerol ether, an ethoxylated alkyl glycerol ether, an alcohol ethoxylate and/or a Gemini surfactant. This system forms emulsions with, and can remove greasy and oily stains, even those comprised of non-trans fats. The compositions may be used alone, as a pre-spotter or other pre-treatment or as a part of a soft surface or hard surface cleaning composition.
The present invention comprises a hard surface cleaning composition including an environmentally friendly alkyl amide solvent, derived from renewable bio-based resources that works at least as well as d-limonene. In one embodiment, the present invention is a cleaning composition including an anionic surfactant salt, a saturated C8 to C10 alkyl amide solvent, a cosolvent and water. The composition is substantially free of d-limonene and can remove red food soils with up to 20 percent protein, and also functions as an asphalt removal composition.
Detergent compositions and methods of using the compositions to provide effective cleaning and enhanced antiscaling performance compared to traditional detergent compositions are disclosed. The compositions contain scale-inhibiting organic phosphonates, additional scale inhibitor comprising at least one polycarboxylate, polycarboxylic acid, or salt thereof, an alkalinity source, and optional additional functional ingredients.
Multipurpose rinse aid compositions and methods of using the compositions are disclosed. Compositions containing scale-inhibiting organic phosphonates, polycarboxylates or polycarboxylic acids or salts thereof formulated with hydrotropes and surfactants provide enhanced antiscaling performance compared to traditional chelants and threshold inhibitors used in rinse aid compositions.
Detergent compositions that contain an enzyme, alkaline source, and phosphonate or amine phosphonate salt are described here. A use solution of the detergent compositions containing disclosed phosphonates can retain its enzyme activity for an extended period of time. Specifically, one specific type of phosphonates and another specific type of amine phosphonate salts were discovered to stabilize enzymes in detergent compositions. Solid detergent compositions that contain disclosed phosphonate or amine phosphonate salts are more effective to remove soils and can save production and use costs.
The present invention is a solid rinse aid composition and methods of making and using the same. Applicants have surprisingly found that the crystal modifier sodium xylene sulfonate (short chain alkyl benzene or alkyl naphthalene sulfonates) at higher percentage can act as a solidification agent. The solid rinse aid composition generally includes a short chain alkyl benzene or alkyl naphthalene sulfonates solidification agent and an effective amount of a surfactant which can include a sheeting agent component, defoamer component and/or association disruption agent. The solid rinse aid composition may be phosphate-free, aminocarboxylate-free, and GRAS if desired.
A lighting array including one or more antimicrobial light segments, each light segments including one or more antimicrobial light sources, is configured to emit light sufficient to inactivate one or more microorganisms on a touch screen display surface. The lighting array may individually control activation of the one or more antimicrobial light segments based on user presence information, time of day information, and/or touch screen display usage information. A touch screen display assembly includes a housing, a touch screen display and a lighting array including one or more antimicrobial light segments.
Solid cleaning and degreasing compositions and methods of using the same for various hard surfaces and equipment degreasing are provided. The solid cleaning and degreasing compositions include at least two alkalinity sources, a chelant, and a surfactant providing degreasing efficacy that penetrates soils and efficient processing for solids. The compositions are particularly well suited for cleaning and degreasing efficacy for soil removal of baked on, greasy soils, including those found in ovens.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
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(1) Downloadable software for use in information management; downloadable software for collecting, aggregating, integrating, editing, modifying, organizing, auditing, assessing, monitoring, managing, optimizing, analyzing, reporting, transmitting, storing, and sharing information; downloadable software for creating assessments; downloadable software for completing inspections; downloadable software for use in the creation and development of management action plans; downloadable software for analyzing information and generating reports; all of the aforesaid relating to the fields of public health, food safety, food sanitation, food manufacturing, food manufacturing recalls, food preparation, storage of food, packing and repacking of food, food temperature control, transportation and delivery of food, cleaning and disinfecting and sanitizing, running of restaurants and pubs, reputation management, workplace safety, customer safety, customer satisfaction, maintenance of the condition and the performance of commercial kitchen equipment (1) Software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in information management; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for collecting, aggregating, integrating, editing, modifying, organizing, auditing, assessing, monitoring, managing, optimizing, analyzing, reporting, transmitting, storing, and sharing information; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for creating assessments; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for completing inspections; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for use in the creation and development of management action plans; software as a service (SaaS) services featuring software for analyzing information and generating reports; platform as a service (PaaS) featuring software for use in information management; platform as a service (PaaS) featuring software for collecting, aggregating, integrating, editing, modifying, organizing, auditing, assessing, monitoring, managing, optimizing, analyzing, reporting, transmitting, storing, and sharing information; platform as a service (PaaS) featuring software for creating assessments; platform as a service (PaaS) featuring software for completing inspections; platform as a service (PaaS) featuring software for use in the creation and development of management action plans; platform as a service (PaaS) featuring software for analyzing information and generating reports; all of the aforesaid relating to the fields of public health, food safety, food sanitation, food manufacturing, food manufacturing recalls, food preparation, storage of food, packing and repacking of food, food temperature control, transportation and delivery of food, cleaning and disinfecting and sanitizing, running of restaurants and pubs, reputation management, workplace safety, customer safety, customer satisfaction, maintenance of the condition and the performance of commercial kitchen equipment
58.
SOLID DETERGENT COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF ADJUSTING THE DISPENSE RATE OF SOLID DETERGENTS USING SOLID ANIONIC SURFACTANTS
A method of adjusting dispense rate of a solid detergent block of a detergent composition is described here. A solid detergent block is produced from this method may have a predetermined dispense rate or a comparable dispense rate as a solid detergent block produced by extruding method. A process for producing a solid detergent block and a solid detergent composition are also disclosed.
The invention provides activated or inactivated compositions combining quaternary ammonium compounds and anionic surfactants or acids. The invention further provides activated or inactivated compositions combining quaternary ammonium compounds and anionic chelants or polymers. Activated antimicrobial compositions comprised of a quaternary ammonium compound having less than a C20 chain length, and an anionic carboxylate surfactant having C6-C10 chain length are disclosed. Activated compositions of the invention have a pH of between about 1 and 7 and are substantially free of silanes, sulfates and oxidants. Inactivated antimicrobial compositions comprised of a quaternary ammonium compound having less than a C-20 chain length, and an anionic sulfate or sulfonate surfactant are disclosed. Compositions of the invention have a 10 mole to 1 moles ratio of quaternary ammonium compound to anionic surfactant or about 1 mole to 10 moles ratio. Methods of making and employing the compositions are disclosed.
A01N 25/30 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators, characterised by their forms, or by their non-active ingredients or by their methods of application; Substances for reducing the noxious effect of the active ingredients to organisms other than pests characterised by the surfactants
60.
Method for Monitoring and Control of a Wastewater Process Stream
The invention is directed towards methods, compositions, and apparatus for accurately detecting the presence and amounts of contaminants in wastewater. The method comprises the steps of adding to a volume of wastewater at least one tracer molecule, observing the tracer for indications of particular contaminants, conducting at least one second form of contamination detection, and interrelating the two measured properties to identify the specific composition of the contamination. Using a tracer molecule allows for the detection of otherwise hard to detect oils and grease. Use of the second method however compensates for tracer interfering contaminants and allows for more accurate readings. The invention includes feeding of functional chemicals in response to the detections and conducting the detections online and continuously.
The invention includes a solid rinse aid that is particularly designed for extrusion solid formation and which is effective for creating spotless surfaces after rinsing. According to the invention, application has identified the critical combination of solid surfactants, coupling agents, hydrotrope, and hardening agents that is acceptable in the extrusion process to create a solid. The hydrotrope includes one or more short-chain alkylbenzene and/or alkyl naphthalene sulfonates. The composition hardens quickly but not so quick as to negatively impact the extrusion process. The compositions may also be used to form pressed or cast solids.
A chiller bath includes a tank for holding a volume of chiller water; a dosing system for dosing a first solution and a second solution into the chiller water, arranged to create a plurality of zones within the volume of water, wherein each zone has a higher concentration of either the first or the second solution than surrounding portions of the volume of water; and a meat or poultry immersion arrangement for immersing and moving carcasses in the chiller water. A method for reducing bacterial load on meat or poultry includes generating a plurality of zones within a chiller bath containing water by dosing a source of alkalinity and antimicrobial into the water, wherein the plurality of zones comprises at least one alkaline zone with a pH above 8.5, and at least one antimicrobial zone with pH below 8.5; and submersing meat or poultry in the bath. The zones can also be generated using spray nozzles in a meat or poultry operation.
A22B 5/00 - Accessories for use during or after slaughtering
A23B 4/09 - Freezing; Subsequent thawing; Cooling with addition of chemicals before or during cooling with direct contact between the food and the chemical, e.g. liquid N2, at cryogenic temperature
The non-oxidizing 2 in 1 cleaning and sanitizing foaming compositions of the present disclosure comprise a cationic biocide, one or more foaming nonionic surfactants, an alkalinity source, and water. The 2 in 1 foaming compositions are particularly suited for clean-out-of-place (COP) processes and effectively clean and sanitize hard surfaces and objects in a single step. The 2 in 1 foaming compositions efficiently remove soils, including heavy fat and protein soils, and provides stable, copious foam. Methods of using the 2 in 1 cleaning and sanitizing foaming compositions are also provided.
The disclosure includes undecyl alcohol extended surfactants according to the general formula:
The disclosure includes undecyl alcohol extended surfactants according to the general formula:
R-(EO)x(PO)y(EO)z,
The disclosure includes undecyl alcohol extended surfactants according to the general formula:
R-(EO)x(PO)y(EO)z,
wherein x is either 0 or 1, y is from 2 to 25, and z is at least 1 and R is a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated, substituted, or unsubstituted, aliphatic, or aromatic alcohol with 11 carbon atoms. The disclosure also includes cleaning compositions comprising the undecyl alcohol extended surfactants described above, methods of cleaning using the cleaning composition comprising the novel, readily biodegradable surfactants disclosed herein in particular the removal so oily and/or greasy soils from a surface.
A solid block detergent composition is described which can be dispensed with a water spray to form an aqueous detergent for cutting and removing grease, removing and suspending soils and rinsing easily leaving cleaned ware. The solid block detergent contains a neutralized sulfonated anionic surfactant in combination with various processing aids to optimize soil removal in a formulation that can be pressed for form a solid.
C11D 1/24 - Sulfonic acids or sulfuric acid esters; Salts thereof derived from aromatic compounds containing ester or ether groups directly attached to the nucleus
C11D 1/94 - Mixtures with anionic, cationic or non-ionic compounds
C11D 1/22 - Sulfonic acids or sulfuric acid esters; Salts thereof derived from aromatic compounds
C11D 17/00 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties
Detergent compositions designed to prevent aluminum discoloration while providing high cleaning performance on soils and stains are disclosed. Detergent compositions substantially free of nitrilotriacetic acid (NTA) are disclosed. Methods of using the detergent compositions are also disclosed.
xyz z ; wherein x is either 0 or 1, y is from 2 to 25, and z is at least 1 and R is a linear or branched, saturated or unsaturated, substituted, or unsubstituted, aliphatic, or aromatic alcohol with 11 carbon atoms. The disclosure also includes cleaning compositions comprising the undecyl alcohol extended surfactants described above, methods of cleaning using the cleaning composition comprising the novel, readily biodegradable surfactants disclosed herein in particular the removal so oily and/or greasy soils from a surface.
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
Goods & Services
All-purpose cleaners; cleaning preparations; cleaning preparations for use in healthcare, dental, commercial, and institutional areas; cleaning preparations for dental suction systems and spittoon bowls; cleaners for use on stainless steel Disinfectants for sanitary purposes; sanitizing preparations for use in healthcare, dental, commercial, and institutional areas; disinfectants for cleaning and disinfecting of dental suction systems and spittoon bowls
A spray dispenser is provided, the spray dispenser comprising a container for holding a liquid to be dispensed and a dispensing assembly for extracting liquid from said container, the dispensing assembly comprising a pressure-relief valve for release of excessive pressure in the container and a filter arranged to permit egress of gas through the filter, inhibit egress of liquid from the container and to inhibit ingress of contaminants into the container through the pressure relief valve. A dispensing assembly for use is a spray dispenser is also provided.
B05B 11/00 - Single-unit hand-held apparatus in which flow of contents is produced by the muscular force of the operator at the moment of use
B05B 11/02 - Membranes or pistons acting on the contents inside the container, e.g. follower pistons
B05B 11/10 - Pump arrangements for transferring the contents from the container to a pump chamber by a sucking effect and forcing the contents out through the dispensing nozzle
70.
METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DETECTING AND CONTROLLING THE DOSAGE AND RESIDUAL CONCENTRATION OF HARD SURFACE CLEANERS AND RINSE AIDS IN AN AUTOMOTIVE PARTS WASHER
The present disclosure relates to methods and systems for detecting and controlling the dosing and residual concentration of hard surface cleaners and rinse aids in an automotive parts washer. In particular, the methods and systems are particularly suitable for washing systems employed prior to exterior plastic part painting. The methods and systems comprise a UV meter, a controller, and a metering pump; wherein the controller is in electrical communication with the UV meter and the metering pump.
B08B 3/02 - Cleaning by the force of jets or sprays
B08B 3/14 - Removing waste, e.g. labels, from cleaning liquid
B08B 7/00 - Cleaning by methods not provided for in a single other subclass or a single group in this subclass
71.
METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DETECTING AND CONTROLLING THE DOSAGE AND RESIDUAL CONCENTRATION OF HARD SURFACE CLEANERS AND RINSE AIDS IN AN AUTOMOTIVE PARTS WASHER
The present disclosure relates to methods and systems for detecting and controlling the dosing and residual concentration ofhard surface cleaners and rinse aids in an automotive parts washer. In particular, the methods and systems are particularly suitable for washing systems employed prior to exterior plastic part painting. The methods and systems comprise a. UV meter (302), a controller (306), and a metering pump (310); wherein the controller is in electrical communication with the UV meter and the metering pump.
G01N 21/33 - Investigating relative effect of material at wavelengths characteristic of specific elements or molecules, e.g. atomic absorption spectrometry using ultraviolet light
A method of analyzing water in a continuous casting process and controlling chemical addition to the water may involve measuring, with a plurality of sensors, at least one characteristic of a water in a plurality of different locations of a water recycle system for the continuous casting process. The continuous casting process can have multiple spray nozzles that spray water on a metal being cast, and the water recycle system may include a gravity settling tank, a filter, and a cooling tower. A processor can determine, using the measured at least one characteristic of the water from the plurality of sensors, a composite water quality value for the water in the water recycle system. A chemical additive can be controllably added into the water recycle system based on the determine composite water quality value.
B22D 11/06 - Continuous casting of metals, i.e. casting in indefinite lengths into moulds with travelling walls, e.g. with rolls, plates, belts, caterpillars
C02F 1/66 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage pH adjustment
C02F 1/52 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage by flocculation or precipitation of suspended impurities
B22D 11/124 - Accessories for subsequent treating or working cast stock in situ for cooling
C02F 103/16 - Nature of the water, waste water, sewage or sludge to be treated from metallurgical processes, i.e. from the production, refining or treatment of metals, e.g. galvanic wastes
73.
SYNERGISTIC ANTIFOULANT COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME
Polymerization inhibitor compositions are provided. The polymerization inhibitor compositions include at least a first inhibitor compound having a stable nitroxide radical or a derivative thereof, a second inhibitor compound having a phenothiazine or a derivative thereof, and a functional solvent. Methods of inhibiting the polymerization of monomers using the compositions of the disclosure are also provided. The methods of inhibiting polymerization of monomers include a step of adding a composition of the disclosure to the monomer. In some instances, the monomer is an ethylenically unsaturated monomer. Such ethylenically unsaturated monomers include, but are not limited to, (meth)acrylic acid, methyl methacrylate, acrylic acid, acrylic acid esters, methacrylamide sulfate, vinyl acetate, acrylonitrile, acrolein, acrylates, methacrylates, 1,3-butadiene, styrene, isoprene, and combinations thereof. Methods of preparing the polymerization inhibitors and compositions of the disclosure are also provided.
C09K 15/30 - Anti-oxidant compositions; Compositions inhibiting chemical change containing organic compounds containing heterocyclic ring with at least one nitrogen atom as ring member
74.
VERIFICATION OF CLEANING PROCESSES WITH ELECTRONICALLY READABLE CODED COUPON
A soil-based coupon having an electronically readable verification code printed thereon is used for verification of soil removal by a cleaning process. The coupon includes a soil overlay covering the verification code. The verification code is at least partially revealed by removal of all or part of the soil overlay during the cleaning process. If the data encoded in the verification code can be correctly decoded after completion of the cleaning process, the cleaning process can be verified. The soil overlay can be designed to match the application. The coupons may be used in a cleaning process verification procedure in which one or more computing devices analyze images of the verification codes to determine whether or not cleaning processes can be verified.
B08B 3/04 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid
G06K 7/14 - Methods or arrangements for sensing record carriers by corpuscular radiation using light without selection of wavelength, e.g. sensing reflected white light
Polymerization inhibitor compositions are provided. The polymerization inhibitor compositions include at least a first inhibitor compound having a phenothiazine or a derivative thereof, a second inhibitor compound having a phenylenediamine or a derivative thereof, and a solvent. Methods of inhibiting the polymerization of monomers using the compositions of the disclosure are also provided. The methods of inhibiting polymerization of monomers include a step of adding a composition of the disclosure to the monomer. In some instances, the monomer is an ethylenically unsaturated monomer. Such ethylenically unsaturated monomers include, but are not limited to, (meth)acrylic acid, methyl methacrylate, acrylic acid, acrylic acid esters, methacrylamide sulfate, vinyl acetate, acrylonitrile, acrolein, acrylates, methacrylates, 1,3-butadiene, styrene, isoprene, and combinations thereof. Methods of preparing the polymerization inhibitors and compositions of the disclosure are also provided.
C08F 2/38 - Polymerisation using regulators, e.g. chain terminating agents
C07D 279/26 - [b, e]-condensed with two six-membered rings with carbon atoms directly attached to the ring nitrogen atom with hydrocarbon radicals, substituted by amino radicals, attached to the ring nitrogen atom without other substituents attached to the ring system
C07D 279/22 - [b, e]-condensed with two six-membered rings with carbon atoms directly attached to the ring nitrogen atom
C07D 279/20 - [b, e]-condensed with two six-membered rings with hydrogen atoms directly attached to the ring nitrogen atom
The present invention relates to a method of washing textile articles that can be carried out, for example, in a continuous batch tunnel washer. Embodiments of the present method can include treating the textile with an aqueous composition including cleaning agent and halogen-containing bleaching agent for a time sufficient to remove soil from the textile and contacting the halogen-treated textile with an aqueous composition including a peroxycarboxylic acid. The concentration of halogen after the sufficient time can be at a level that does not result in adverse interaction between the halogen-containing bleaching agent and the peroxycarboxylic acid.
The present invention relates to a method of washing textile articles that can be carried out, for example, in a continuous batch tunnel washer. Embodiments of the present method can include treating the textile with an aqueous composition including cleaning agent and halogen-containing bleaching agent for a time sufficient to remove soil from the textile and contacting the halogen-treated textile with an aqueous composition including a peroxycarboxylic acid. The concentration of halogen after the sufficient time can be at a level that does not result in adverse interaction between the halogen-containing bleaching agent and the peroxycarboxylic acid.
Embodiments of the present method can clean textiles with the results of more effective stain removal and less waste through destruction of the textile article. Further, the present invention can clean a textile contacted soiled by a composition including chlorhexidine gluconate without resulting staining of the textile, which staining could have been permanent.
A method of analyzing water in a continuous casting process and controlling chemical addition to the water may involve measuring, with a plurality of sensors, at least one characteristic of a water in a plurality of different locations of a water recycle system for the continuous casting process. The continuous casting process can have multiple spray nozzles that spray water on a metal being cast, and the water recycle system may include a gravity settling tank, a filter, and a cooling tower. A processor can determine, using the measured at least one characteristic of the water from the plurality of sensors, a composite water quality value for the water in the water recycle system. A chemical additive can be controllably added into the water recycle system based on the determine composite water quality value.
Polymerization inhibitor compositions are provided. The polymerization inhibitor compositions include at least a first inhibitor compound having a phenothiazine or a derivative thereof, a second inhibitor compound having a phenylenediamine or a derivative thereof, and a solvent. Methods of inhibiting the polymerization of monomers using the compositions of the disclosure are also provided. The methods of inhibiting polymerization of monomers include a step of adding a composition of the disclosure to the monomer. In some instances, the monomer is an ethylenically unsaturated monomer. Such ethylenically unsaturated monomers include, but are not limited to, (meth)acrylic acid, methyl methacrylate, acrylic acid, acrylic acid esters, methacrylamide sulfate, vinyl acetate, acrylonitrile, acrolein, acrylates, methacrylates, 1,3-butadiene, styrene, isoprene, and combinations thereof. Methods of preparing the polymerization inhibitors and compositions of the disclosure are also provided.
Polymerization inhibitor compositions are provided. The polymerization inhibitor compositions include at least a first inhibitor compound having a stable nitroxide radical or a derivative thereof, a second inhibitor compound having a phenothiazine or a derivative thereof, and a functional solvent. Methods of inhibiting the polymerization of monomers using the compositions of the disclosure are also provided. The methods of inhibiting polymerization of monomers include a step of adding a composition of the disclosure to the monomer. In some instances, the monomer is an ethylenically unsaturated monomer. Such ethylenically unsaturated monomers include, but are not limited to, (meth)acrylic acid, methyl methacrylate, acrylic acid, acrylic acid esters, methacrylamide sulfate, vinyl acetate, acrylonitrile, acrolein, acrylates, methacrylates, 1,3-butadiene, styrene, isoprene, and combinations thereof. Methods of preparing the polymerization inhibitors and compositions of the disclosure are also provided.
Solid cleaning compositions that are safe for contact without the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and have optimal dissolution rate and degreasing performance. In particular, the solid cleaning compositions include a non-hydroxide alkali metal alkalinity source(s), acid(s), water conditioning agent(s), a cleaning surfactant comprising an amphoteric, anionic and/or nonionic surfactant(s) and/or a coating surfactant comprising a nonionic surfactant(s) to provide the optimal dissolution and performance while being PPE-free are disclosed. Methods of providing concentrate and/or use solutions of the solid cleaning compositions and methods of use thereof are also disclosed.
Sanitizing cleaning/rinse aid compositions for various applications including institutional machine warewash sanitizing are disclosed. In particular, concentrated and use compositions, such as concentrated liquid rinse aid compositions or ware wash detergents, employing an amine-based surfactant and a defoaming agent are disclosed. In particular, the present disclosure provides compositions and methods for providing a sanitizing rinse with desired antimicrobial efficacy against a broad spectrum of gram-negative microbes, suitable foaming profiles, and beneficial applications of use of the same.
Methods of employing corrosion inhibitors with oxidizing and/or non-oxidizing biocides, such as peroxycarboxylic acids, to provide corrosion protected compositions are disclosed. Various corrosion inhibitors further provide biocidal efficacy in addition to the corrosion protection providing further benefits for application of use. Methods of employing corrosion protected biocide compositions, such as peroxycarboxylic acid compositions, for corrosion protection are particularly well suited for treating fluids intended to flow through pipes, namely in the energy industry, water and paper industries, etc. Methods providing suitable corrosion protection in comparison to untreated systems and corrosion protected systems using conventional corrosion inhibitors, such as quaternary amines and imidazolines commonly used in the industry, are disclosed.
C23F 11/10 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent in other liquids using organic inhibitors
C09K 8/54 - Compositions for in situ inhibition of corrosion in boreholes or wells
C09K 8/60 - Compositions for stimulating production by acting on the underground formation
A01N 37/16 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing the group ; Thio-analogues thereof
C09D 5/14 - Paints containing biocides, e.g. fungicides, insecticides or pesticides
C23F 11/04 - Inhibiting corrosion of metallic material by applying inhibitors to the surface in danger of corrosion or adding them to the corrosive agent in markedly acid liquids
The invention relates to the use of a detergent composition for removing hydrophobic residues and pigments on manufacturing or packaging devices or any other hardware used for manufacturing or packaging cosmetic or pharmaceutical compositions, said detergent composition including: a non-ionic surfactant selected from among the alkoxylated fatty alcohols; a non-aromatic co-surfactant selected from among the amine oxides, alkyl sulfates and alkyl sulfonates; and an organic alkaline agent selected from among the amino alcohols, excluding monoethanolamine, the non-aromatic co-surfactant being contained in the detergent composition in an amount of from 1 to 15 wt % in relation to the total weight of the composition.
B08B 3/10 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid with additional treatment of the liquid or of the object being cleaned, e.g. by heat, by electricity or by vibration
B08B 3/08 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid the liquid having chemical or dissolving effect
84.
NON-SILICATED METAL PROTECTANT PRESSED ALKALINE DETERGENT AND RINSE ADDITIVE
Solid alkaline metal protectant 2-in-1 detergent and rinse aid compositions effective for reducing corrosion and providing metal protection while also improving drying times of surfaces are provided. Methods of making the compositions and methods of using the same are also provided.
The invention provides a method of inhibiting corrosion of a metal in an industrial water system, the method comprising: (i) treating water of the industrial water system with a corrosion inhibiting-effective amount of a phosphorus-based treatment program comprising a phosphorus-based compound to provide a first treated industrial water, and (ii) treating the first treated industrial water with a corrosion inhibiting-effective amount of a metal-containing treatment program to provide a second treated industrial water, to inhibit corrosion of metal in the system.
C02F 5/14 - Treatment of water with complexing chemicals or other solubilising agents for softening, scale prevention or scale removal, e.g. adding sequestering agents using organic substances containing phosphorus
86.
HARDNESS ADDITIVES AND BLOCK DETERGENTS CONTAINING HARDNESS ADDITIVES TO IMPROVE EDGE HARDENING
Solid detergent compositions designed to maintain solid integrity throughout production of the pressed solid, during mechanical conveying and during ejection from molds, are disclosed. Solid detergent compositions having unexpected immediate block hardness without a curing step are provided by inclusion of a hardness additive composition comprising a synergistic ratio of polycarboxylic acid polymer chelants to aminocarboxylate chelants. Methods of making solid detergent compositions and solid detergent compositions having at least substantially similar cleaning performance to solid detergent compositions without the hardness additive composition are also provided.
Chlorine dioxide compositions and methods of using the chlorine dioxide compositions on animal skin are disclosed. The chlorine dioxide compositions are formed by mixing an acidic composition and a chlorite salt composition together. The acidic composition includes an acid and an aldehyde.
Disclosed herein are solid multi-function cleaning compositions useful for cleaning textiles and hard surfaces and comprising one or more alkalinity sources, one or more surfactants, a bleaching agent and optionally one or more of an antiredeposition agent, a filler, or a thickener, along with methods of using the compositions to remove soils, remove stains, sanitize textiles, bleaching textiles, or a combination thereof. Beneficially, the compositions provide excellent cleaning and bleaching efficacy at room temperature and at low concentrations of actives.
The invention provides a method of inhibiting corrosion of a metal in an industrial water system, the method comprising: (i) treating water of the industrial water system with a corrosion inhibiting-effective amount of a phosphorus-based treatment program comprising a phosphorus-based compound to provide a first treated industrial water, and (ii) treating the first treated industrial water with a corrosion inhibiting-effective amount of a metal-containing treatment program to provide a second treated industrial water, to inhibit corrosion of metal in the system.
C02F 1/66 - Treatment of water, waste water, or sewage pH adjustment
C02F 5/04 - Softening water by precipitation of the hardness using phosphates
C02F 5/12 - Treatment of water with complexing chemicals or other solubilising agents for softening, scale prevention or scale removal, e.g. adding sequestering agents using organic substances containing nitrogen
C02F 5/14 - Treatment of water with complexing chemicals or other solubilising agents for softening, scale prevention or scale removal, e.g. adding sequestering agents using organic substances containing phosphorus
C02F 5/08 - Treatment of water with complexing chemicals or other solubilising agents for softening, scale prevention or scale removal, e.g. adding sequestering agents
C02F 103/02 - Non-contaminated water, e.g. for industrial water supply
90.
TOPICAL CHLORINE DIOXIDE TREATMENT FOR MAMMALIAN TEATS
Chlorine dioxide compositions and methods of using the chlorine dioxide compositions on animal skin are disclosed. The chlorine dioxide compositions are formed by mixing an acidic composition and a chlorite salt composition together. The acidic composition includes an acid and an aldehyde.
A01N 37/36 - Biocides, pest repellants or attractants, or plant growth regulators containing organic compounds containing a carbon atom having three bonds to hetero atoms with at the most two bonds to halogen, e.g. carboxylic acids containing at least one carboxylic group or a thio-analogue, or a derivative thereof, and a singly bound oxygen or sulfur atom attached to the same carbon skeleton, this oxygen or sulfur atom not being a member of a carboxylic group or of a thio-anal
A01P 1/00 - Disinfectants; Antimicrobial compounds or mixtures thereof
A flying insect station includes a surface that is treated with a bait product, such as a pesticide. The surface of the station is an attractant to flying insects, such as large flies, due to contrasting colors and/or a pattern surface, which increases interaction by flies with the surface and also aids in the retention of the pesticide at the surface. The patterns can take many forms. In addition, the surface can include portions that are smooth at the molecular level and other portions that are textured in order to better hold and retain the pesticide. The station, in conjunction with the pesticide, allows a service specialist to use the product on a placement surface in more places indoors than they could by spraying during non-operational hours.
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
Goods & Services
Chemical preparations used in industry; detergents for use in industrial and manufacturing processes; chemical preparations for cleaning purposes in the food service industry; water treatment chemicals; chemical degreasing agents Dishwashing presoaks; cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations for cutlery, crockery, dishes and cookware; chemical cleaners directed to the food service industry Disinfectants and sanitizers for warewashing
01 - Chemical and biological materials for industrial, scientific and agricultural use
03 - Cosmetics and toiletries; cleaning, bleaching, polishing and abrasive preparations
05 - Pharmaceutical, veterinary and sanitary products
Goods & Services
Chemical preparations used in industry; detergents for use in industrial and manufacturing processes; chemical preparations for cleaning purposes in the food service industry; chemical preparations used in warewashing processes; water treatment chemicals; chemical degreasing agents Warewashing detergents, namely, detergents for machine dishwashing; dish detergent; dishwashing detergent; dishwashing presoaks; dish detergent rinses; rinse additives for dishwashing machines; cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations for cutlery, crockery, dishes and cookware; chemical cleaners directed to the food service industry Disinfectants and sanitizers for warewashing
94.
DEVELOPMENT OF EXTENSIONAL VISCOSITY FOR REDUCED ATOMIZATION FOR DILUTED CONCENTRATE SPRAYER APPLICATIONS
A non-Newtonian concentrate composition includes a sensitizer or irritant, a surfactant, an anti-mist component and optionally a stability component. Example sensitizers and irritants include, but are not limited to, acids, quaternary compounds, and amines, and example anti-mist components include, but are not limited to, polyethylene oxide and polyacrylamide.
A flying insect station includes a surface that is treated with a bait product, such as a pesticide. The surface of the station is an attractant to flying insects, such as large flies, due to contrasting colors and/or a pattern surface, which increases interaction by flies with the surface and also aids in the retention of the pesticide at the surface. The patterns can take many forms. In addition, the surface can include portions that are smooth at the molecular level and other portions that are textured in order to better hold and retain the pesticide. The station, in conjunction with the pesticide, allows a service specialist to use the product on a placement surface in more places indoors than they could by spraying during non-operational hours.
A drape system (50) may include a drape (52) and a connector (54) for connecting a patient tracking device (22) across the drape (52). The drape (52) may be placed over a patient undergoing a medical procedure. The connector (54) may be defined by first (60) and second (62) connector bodies. The first connector body (60) may couple to a base (56) of the patient tracking device which, in turn, is attached to the patient. The second connector body (62) may couple to a head (58) of the patient tracking device. The head (58) of the patient tracking device can carry at least one tracking marker (24) configured to be tracked by a surgical position recognition system (26). The two connector (60, 62) bodies can connect together with the drape (52) positioned between the two bodies.
A61B 46/20 - Surgical drapes specially adapted for patients
A61B 34/20 - Surgical navigation systems; Devices for tracking or guiding surgical instruments, e.g. for frameless stereotaxis
A61B 90/00 - Instruments, implements or accessories specially adapted for surgery or diagnosis and not covered by any of the groups , e.g. for luxation treatment or for protecting wound edges
A61B 17/00 - Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets
97.
POLYMER BLEND TO STABILIZE HIGHLY ALKALINE LAUNDRY DETERGENT
Liquid detergent compositions with polymer blends to provide a stable aqueous use solution of a highly alkaline detergent composition are provided. The liquid detergent composition include concentrates and use solutions with blends of alkali-swellable polymers (ASE) and hydrophobically-modified alkali-swellable polymers (HASE). Methods for washing textiles using the liquid detergent compositions are also provided.
A method of producing chlorine dioxide is disclosed. The method may include feeding a reaction mixture into a separator. The reaction mixture may follow a helical path through the separator and produce gaseous chlorine dioxide within the separator. Gaseous chlorine dioxide may be withdrawn from the separator and used to disinfect process water.
An example of a system for removing target animals such as birds from an area in a humane manner includes a cage with a substantially unidirectional entry and a device for attracting the target animals into the cage through the entry. The target animals captured in the cage can be released to another area as needed.
Disclosed herein are polymers formed by the condensation of bis(hydroxycarbyl)-aminophenolic compounds with aldehydes. The condensation polymers include one or more repeat units having bis(hydroxycarbyl)amino functionality. The polymers are useful as antifoulants, antipolymerants, rheology modifiers, dehazers, polymerization retardants, surfactants, or a combination of these in one or more industrial process streams.
C08G 8/36 - Chemically modified polycondensates by etherifying
C02F 1/40 - Devices for separating or removing fatty or oily substances or similar floating material
C08G 8/16 - Condensation polymers of aldehydes or ketones with phenols only of aldehydes of formaldehyde, e.g. of formaldehyde formed in situ with amino- or nitrophenols
C08G 8/10 - Condensation polymers of aldehydes or ketones with phenols only of aldehydes of formaldehyde, e.g. of formaldehyde formed in situ with phenol
