A method and apparatus for applying aerosols of chemical formulations to a stored crop is described. The aerosol may be generated by any suitable means using thermal aerosol generators or “cool” aerosol generators. The improvement is the use of the crop storage facility air in the generation of the aerosol and, or the cooling of the aerosol. An important use of the invention is the application of CIPC to stored potatoes.
Method And Apparatus For Treating Stored Crops Utilizing Recycled Air
William Keim - Fort Wayne IN, US Michael Keim - Barberton OH, US John Keim - Barberton OH, US
International Classification:
A01N 25/00 A61L 2/00
US Classification:
422038000
Abstract:
A stored crop treatment system includes a crop storage chamber and a gas stream circulation pathway which includes a re-circulation loop comprising the crop storage chamber. A feed mechanism feeds stored crop treatment material into a stream of gas moving through the re-circulation loop wherein the stream of gas comes from the crop storage chamber. A heat exchanger heats the stream of gas to thermally generate an aerosol of the stored crop treatment material. A blower moves the aerosol along the re-circulation loop to apply the aerosol to stored crops within the storage chamber. The circulation pathway includes a cooling gas loop comprising the crop storage chamber and a section of the re-circulation loop. Cooling gas from the crop storage chamber moves along the cooling gas loop into the section of the re-circulation loop to cool the heated stream of gas and aerosol prior to entering the crop storage chamber.
Compositions For Use In Stored Crop Treatment Aerosols And Method And Apparatus For Application To Stored Crops
William Keim - Fort Wayne IN, US Michael Keim - Barberton OH, US John Keim - Barberton OH, US
International Classification:
A01N 25/04 A01N 25/16
US Classification:
504366000
Abstract:
A method is disclosed for generating and delivering an aerosol of a unique composition for treating stored crops. One aspect of the invention is such a composition wherein at least 80% to 98% of the components thereof have a particle size value no greater than 10 microns, whereby nearly any type of aerosol generator may effectively generate the aerosol because the particle size distribution of the components eliminates the need for further particle size reduction. Another aspect of the invention is such a composition which includes components comprising solid carriers with stored crop treatments attached thereto. Preferably, a fine-grinding non-rotary ball mill produces the components at the desired particle size distribution. The solid carriers or other solid particles may provide a reduced caking tendency and may make the aerosol non-combustible regardless of the ignition source. The aerosol is typically generated at an ambient or near-crop-storage temperature, thus reducing fire hazards.
Compositions For Use In Stored Crop Treatment Aerosols And Method And Apparatus For Application To Stored Crops
William Keim - Fort Wayne IN, US Michael Keim - Barberton OH, US John Keim - Barberton OH, US
International Classification:
A01N 25/04 A01N 25/16
US Classification:
504366000
Abstract:
A method is disclosed for generating and delivering an aerosol of a unique composition for treating stored crops. One aspect of the invention is such a composition wherein at least 80% to 98% of the components thereof have a particle size value no greater than 10 microns, whereby nearly any type of aerosol generator may effectively generate the aerosol because the particle size distribution of the components eliminates the need for further particle size reduction. Another aspect of the invention is such a composition which includes components comprising solid carriers with stored crop treatments attached thereto. Preferably, a fine-grinding non-rotary ball mill produces the components at the desired particle size distribution. The solid carriers or other solid particles may provide a reduced caking tendency and may make the aerosol non-combustible regardless of the ignition source. The aerosol is typically generated at an ambient or near-crop-storage temperature, thus reducing fire hazards.
Maw H. Lee - Broadview Heights OH John E. Keim - Lodi OH
Assignee:
The Scott & Fetzer Company - Cleveland OH
International Classification:
G08B 100
US Classification:
340539
Abstract:
A radio receiver equipped central control unit continuously monitors at least one battery-powered remote transmitter activated in response to predetermined alarm conditions, such as open doors and windows, fire, smoke, low transmitter battery voltage, and the like. In its activated condition, the transmitter is cycled to radiate a one-second duration radio frequency signal every 30 seconds, such cycling being established by transmitter timer circuitry series-inserted between the transmitter and its battery power source. The transmitted signal is received by the central control unit which, in response to the received signal, selects and activates one or more alarm indicators for a predetermined time period. Such selection and activation of particular alarm indicators and the duration of their activation are determined by switching and timing circuitry series-inserted between the central control unit's radio frequency receiver and the various alarm indicators.
James M. Motherbaugh - Akron OH John E. Keim - Lodi OH
International Classification:
G01R 2706
US Classification:
324637
Abstract:
The invention described a pocket size antenna VSWR indicator having a self-contained low level wideband RF signal source which is applied to an antenna under test through a four arm RF resistive bridge circuit. The bridge circuit has been designed to be very accurate and reliable and provides a novelly positioned reference against which the reflection co-efficient of the transmission system is compared to reliably indicate the VSWR of the system. The bridge circuit provides a flat response over the desired wideband frequency range and over the range of antenna impedances which may be encountered. The RF null or bridge balance is detected in a radio receiver or transceiver tuned to the desired operating frequency, from which an indication of antenna VSWR may be provided. The antenna VSWR may be indicated in a variety of way, such as by means of a numbered or colored dial, a plurality of LEDs or an audio tone shift against an internal reference. Alternatively, the indicator may be calibrated to read VSWR directly by number or by means of a color-dial indicating good, poor or non-usable VSWRs.
James M. Mothersbaugh - Akron OH John E. Keim - Lodi OH
Assignee:
Circle Prime Mfg. Co. - Cuyahoga Falls OH
International Classification:
G01R 2106 H01C 108 H03C 162
US Classification:
324 95
Abstract:
The invention describes an internal test load and method for forming an internal test load which is adapted to absorb energy from a power source such as an RF transmitter, transceiver, or amplifier. The test load is positioned internally within a housing, and includes at least one impedance device, such as a power resistor, coupled to the power source which is matched to the impedance thereof. The impedance device is supported on a heat sink which is adapted to absorb heat generated by the impedance device so as to be distributed over a relatively large area constituting the heat sink. The heat sink is positioned in spaced part relation to the housing, and is not directly supported or secured to the housing. A potting material surrounds the load assembly and supports the heat sink, wherein the heat sink effectively "floats" within the potting material such that heat absorbed by the heat sink will not be directly transferred to the housing, but will be dissipated through the potting compound. As an example, the internal test load is applied to an RF watt meter for testing low power RF transmitters, transceivers and RF amplifiers without an external load or antenna connected separately thereto.
and is on pace for a career-best 1,207 receiving yards. He also has four 100-yard receiving games; one more would set another personal best for a season. McLaurin is also a big factor in the red zone with seven catches -- one shy of his career best -- and a personal-high five touchdowns. -- John Keim
Date: Nov 12, 2024
Category: Sports
Source: Google
NFL Week 10 questions, takeaways: Chiefs stay undefeated, Lamar Jackson's big game, 49ers back on track
cott. The former Steeler, starting for injured Andrew Wylie (shoulder), was not a problem despite facing linebacker T.J. Watt most of the game. Washington provided Scott a lot of help -- sometimes tight end John Bates was responsible for blocking him. But he did better than anticipated. -- John Keim
Date: Nov 10, 2024
Category: Sports
Source: Google
What we learned in NFL Week 9: We answered big questions and sized up every single matchup
defense. New York ran for 140 yards in the first half, gashing Washington up the middle. The Commanders fared much better after halftime, allowing 24 yards on the ground, partly because of the tackle play but also because they pulled ahead. Teams will continue to test their rush defense. -- John Keim
Date: Nov 03, 2024
Category: Sports
Source: Google
Sunday Patriots Notes: Commanders talk about their own quarterback decision at No. 2 overall
n they process? As a defensive coach, its looking like zone but its really man-to-man, its not two-high its one-high. All the triggers that you want to get too, can you do it after [the quarterback] gets the ball in his hands, Quinn told ESPNs John Keim at the NFL Annual Meetings.
Stock down after the loss: The pass coverage. Washington's secondary continued its poor play by allowing DeVito (246 passing yards) to throw big completions on third-and-long, as well as three touchdown passes. -- John Keim
he either gives the pass rush more time to get to him or runs into the sack himself. Howell said that taking a sack will kill the drive, and thats true, too. According to ESPNs John Keim, the Commanders have scored a touchdown on just two of the 26 drives where Howell has taken a sack.
The pass protectors. Sam Howell was sacked five more times (Atlanta doubled its season total), increasing his league-high total to 34. The season-long issues continue to remain: Either Howell holds onto the ball too long or he doesn't get the protection he needs from the offensive line. -- John Keim
Date: Oct 15, 2023
Category: Sports
Source: Google
Surprise offseason standouts for 32 NFL teams: Players to watch - ESPN
building on a successful start in the regular-season finale. He played fast this spring -- as he did in the finale against Dallas. While Washington entered the offseason wanting to improve its linebacker depth, Hudson's one-game performance, as well as this spring, put that quest on hold. -- John Keim
Larry Guthrie, Janet Sereno, Lou Gibson, Mary Kelley, Don Calhoun, Nelda Gilmore, Norma Metheny, Marietta Tomblin, Charles Friend, Connie Ashby, Patty Wiles, Linda Kisner