Abstract:
The invention comprises a process and system for controlling a genus of valve, typically in a pipe network. The genus of valve is herein referred to as a modulation assisted valve (MAV). The process and system of controlling said MAV's comprises a multitude of embodiments of such MAV's as deployed in a plurality of network configurations of pipes, such networks of pipes further interconnected with means of modulating the fluid forces encountered by such MAV's so as to assist in the actuation of such MAV's. The coordinated modulation of fluid forces within embodiments of pipe networks enables MAV's that are connected in common with the same pipe network to be controlled and actuated with reduced electrical energy consumed by said MAV's.
Abstract:
A fluid delivery system for dispensing fluid can include a dispenser, such as a trigger engine-type dispenser (100), configured to draw fluid up from a container. A nozzle assembly can include a nozzle (160), and a nozzle slide (112). The nozzle slide can be configured to slide and/or rotate relative to the shroud (102) to provide different dispensing modes. In alternative examples, the nozzle (160) can be configured to rotate in 30 degree increments relative to the shroud (102) to provide the different dispensing modes or the nozzle assembly can include a nozzle extension, and the nozzle extension can be configured to rotate relative to the shroud to provide different dispensing patterns out of the nozzle. In another example a first nozzle can be configured to provide one or more dispensing modes, and a second nozzle can be configured to provide a different dispensing mode than the first nozzle. Methods of dispensing fluids and methods of assembling fluid dispensers are also disclosed.
Abstract:
The invention comprises a process and system for controlling a genus of valve, typically in a pipe network. The genus of valve is herein referred to as a modulation assisted valve (MAV). The process and system of controlling said MAV's comprises a multitude of embodiments of such MAV's as deployed in a plurality of network configurations of pipes, such networks of pipes further interconnected with means of modulating the fluid forces encountered by such MAV's so as to assist in the actuation of such MAV's. The coordinated modulation of fluid forces within embodiments of pipe networks enables MAV's that are connected in common with the same pipe network to be controlled and actuated with reduced electrical energy consumed by said MAV's.
Abstract:
A fluid-dispensing nozzle (10) including a nozzle body (12). A discharge tube (26) is disposed in the nozzle body (12) and has a plurality of cam grooves (28). The nozzle (10) further includes a rotatable flow control (32). A pin (30) is coupled to the flow control (32) and rotatably engages a select cam groove (28) such that rotation of the flow control (32) causes the pin (30) to rotatably slide in the select cam groove (28), causing the discharge tube (26) to move linearly. A first and second insert (40, 46) are coupled to the nozzle body (12), the first insert (40) having a cam slot (42). The nozzle (10) also includes a rotatable pattern sleeve (38). A cam follower (44) is coupled to the pattern sleeve (38) and engages the cam slot (42) of the first insert (40). A determinable pattern of motion of the pattern sleeve (38) is controlled by the first and second inserts (40, 46). The first and second inserts (40, 46) are rearrangeable to change the pattern of motion of the pattern sleeve (38).
Abstract:
An electro-hydraulic actuation system for a sprayer comprises a hydraulic system, a hydraulic actuator, an electric actuator and a sprayer. The hydraulic system is for pressurizing a hydraulic fluid. The hydraulic actuator is powered by the hydraulic system. The electric actuator controls actuation of the hydraulic actuator by the hydraulic system. The sprayer is actuated by the hydraulic actuator.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a bottle top dispenser. According to an embodiment, the dispenser comprises a swayable selector for convenient and rapid volume adjustment by a user. The dispenser further comprises a second selector for analogous volume adjustment, wherein a user may use one of the two selectors according to preferences. The dispenser further preferably comprises two different graduations for assisting a user in the rapid identification of a specific volume when adjusting the volume. The dispenser relates to further advantageous embodiments.
Abstract:
A portable blower/atomizer device (1) comprises a propulsion assembly power unit (2), a blowing assembly (3), a swingable dispenser (4) and an adjusting assembly (5); the adjusting assembly (5) is coaxially mounted to the swingable dispenser (4) and comprises an inserting member (5a) adapted to be selectively configured in a multiplicity of dispensing conditions through corresponding rotations of the inserting member (5a) itself around the median axis (4a) of said swingable dispenser (4).
Abstract:
A ready-to-use sprayer comprises a container defining an interior compartment for containing a liquid product, a housing having a main chamber and a grip portion, a nozzle in selective fluid communication with the outlet of the fluid chamber, and a pivot switch on the exterior of the housing for selecting a fluid flow condition for the main chamber.
Abstract:
A nozzle assembly for use with a paint sprayer that includes a reservoir configured to store a supply of liquid and a pump operable to draw liquid from the reservoir. The nozzle assembly includes a nozzle configured to receive liquid under pressure from the pump and operable to spray the liquid onto a surface, and a nozzle closure device that is movable between an open position, in which liquid is sprayed out of the nozzle generally unimpinged, and a closed position, in which the nozzle closure device covers the nozzle. The nozzle closure device is moved from the closed position to the open position by a force other than the liquid under pressure from the pump.