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6059845 |
Dry cleaning apparatus and method capable of utilizing a siloxane composition as a solvent
A system and method are provided for dry cleaning articles utilizing a siloxane solvent. The system includes a cleaning basket for receiving articles therein and a one or more tanks for containing...
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6056209 |
Chemical-free solution treatment process
A process for treating liquids to improve their usefulness without the use of traditional soaps or detergents, primarily through the treatment of a solution by the use of a holding tank and...
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6056789 |
Closed loop dry cleaning method and solvent
The present invention comprises a closed loop dry cleaning system and method, in which dry cleaning machinery is used in conjunction with a specific solvent which is derived from an...
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6053952 |
Method of dry cleaning using a highly fluorinated organic liquid
The invention provides dry cleaning liquid formulations and methods for their use based on a highly fluorinated organic solvent which contains at least one hydrogen atom per molecule, in...
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6053541 |
Automatic safety lock-out mechanism for a pressure vessel door
A safety lock-out apparatus for an access door of a pressure vessel which operates automatically without relying on external power sources is provided. The lock-out apparatus includes a locking...
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6051421 |
Continuous processing apparatus and method for cleaning articles with liquified compressed gaseous solvents
The present invention relates to a continuous processing apparatus and method for cleaning articles with a liquified compressed gaseous solvent mixture. The continuous processing apparatus includes...
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6048368 |
Cleaning method for textile fabrics
The present invention provides a more effective method of treating a spot or stain on a textile fabric, the method comprising the steps of: applying a detergent composition to the spot or stain;...
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6042618 |
Dry cleaning method and solvent
The present invention comprises a dry cleaning system and method, in which dry cleaning machinery is used in conjunction with a specific solvent which is derived from an organic/inorganic hybrid...
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6042617 |
Dry cleaning method and modified solvent
The present invention comprises a dry cleaning system and method, in which dry cleaning machinery is used in conjunction with a specific solvent which is derived from an organic/inorganic hybrid...
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6039766 |
Cleaning process for dry cleaning
A process for dry cleaning using a cleaning composition for dry cleaning which includes 1 to 90% by weight of a surfactant containing fluorine and 10 to 99% by weight of a fluorohydrocarbon solvent...
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6036727 |
Anhydrous dry-cleaning compositions containing polysulfonic acid, and dry-cleaning kits for delicate fabrics
This invention relates to dry-cleaning systems which include anhydrous dry-cleaning compositions which contain polysulfonic acid, and a bag for the cleaning and containment of soiled fabric...
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6024767 |
Home dryer dry cleaning and freshening system employing dispensing devices
A dryer dry cleaning and freshening system is provided with a containment bag, a dispenser means impregnated with liquid cleaning composition, and a absorber capable of absorbing loose particles...
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6001133 |
***WITHDRAWN PATENT AS PER THE LATEST USPTO WITHDRAWN LIST***
Methods of dry cleaning with compositions which contain carbon dioxide and end functionalized polysiloxane surfactants
A method for dry-cleaning articles such as fabrics and clothing in carbon dioxide comprises contacting an article to be cleaned with a liquid dry cleaning composition for a time sufficient to clean...
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5997586 |
Dry-cleaning bag with an interior surface containing a dry-cleaning composition
A bag for the cleaning and containment of soiled fabric articles is provided which comprises a fastening system that, when fastened provides a vapor impermeable container and an interior surface...
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5976194 |
Method and means for cleaning
A method and means for cleaning silk fabric for the prompt and efficient removal of stains from silk fabric, for example a stain on a silk tie, without causing visible lasting changes in color and...
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5972041 |
Fabric-cleaning kits using sprays, dipping solutions or sponges containing fabric-cleaning compositions
A bag for the cleaning and containment of soiled fabric articles is provided which comprises a fastening system that, when fastened provides a vapor impermeable container and an interior surface...
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5968204 |
Article for cleaning surfaces
Sheets capable of developing a positive electostatic charge are used for a variety of surface cleaning operations. Polyester fabric, non-woven and chemically bonded with an acrylic latex is used to...
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5951716 |
Home dryer dry cleaning and freshening system employing dryer cleaning bag
A containment bag 1 which may be used in home dry cleaning is made of textile with an impermeable finish and an interior capable of absorbing loose particles and soil. The containment bag 1 is used...
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5942484 |
Phase-stable liquid fabric refreshment composition
Phase stable liquid compositions comprise water, butoxy propoxy propanol and alkyl sulfate or alkyl ethoxy sulfate surfactants. The compositions are used to clean fabrics.
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5928384 |
Method of cleaning carpets
The present invention relates to the use of compositions comprising an organic chelator together with a soil suspending polycarboxylate or polyamine polymer for the cleaning of carpet. The...
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5912408 |
Dry cleaning with enzymes
Enzymes are used in a dry cleaning composition and process. Cleaning compositions comprising lipase, protease and/or amylase enzymes are applied to soiled fabrics in the presence of an organic...
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5908473 |
Spot pretreatment compositions for home dry cleaning
Spot pretreatment compositions useful as stain cleaning compositions useful prior to a subsequent cleaning operation, including laundering or dry-cleaning. The spot cleaning compositions feature a...
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5895504 |
Methods for using a fabric wipe
Disclosed herein are methods for use of a towelette to clean stains from clothing and upholstery. The towelette is impregnated with a cleaning solution that is primarily water, but also contains a...
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5891197 |
Stain receiver for dry cleaning process
The present invention encompasses a stain receiver article and its use in a fabric cleaning process. The invention also encompasses a kit, comprising: (a) an aqueous fabric cleaning/refreshment...
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5888250 |
Biodegradable dry cleaning solvent
A method for dry-cleaning garments which comprises treating them with an azeotropic solvent of propylene glycol tertiary-butyl ether and water.
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5883067 |
Soil release agent for dry cleaning
A soil release agent for dry cleaning containing a copolymer having (A) a repeating unit derived from a polymerizable monomer having a fluorine atom; and (B) a repeating unit derived from a...
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5876462 |
Home dryer dry cleaning and freshening
A dryer dry cleaning and freshening system is provided with a containment bag, a dispenser means formed of an absorbent polymeric material usually impregnated with liquid cleaning composition, and...
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5876461 |
Method for removing contaminants from textiles
Method includes the steps of (1) treating the textile with a predetermined amount of a non-durable sacrificial repellent material before putting the textile in service; (2) cleaning the textile...
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5868799 |
Surfactants and drying and drycleaning compositions which utilize said surfactants
Novel surfactants and drying, drycleaning and soil repellency compositions containing such surfactants which utilize such surfactants. The surfactants are fluorine containing quaternary ammonium...
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5865851 |
Home dry cleaning compositions
Home dry cleaning compositions useful in dry-cleaning of textiles and garments in a non-commercial environment are disclosed. The cleaning compositions useful in conjunction with a a domestic dry...
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5863299 |
Method for removing water spots from fabrics
A method for removing a water spot from a fabric article, wherein the fabric article has a first side and a second side and the water spot is on the first side. The method comprises the steps of:...
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5863298 |
Method for sizing and desizing yarns with liquid and supercritical carbon dioxide solvent
Disclosed is a method of sizing and desizing yarn, or more specifically to a method of coating yarn with size and removing size from yarn with liquid carbon dioxide solvent.
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5853430 |
Method for predissolving detergent compositions
The present invention is directed to a method for predissolving a detergent composition having the steps of providing a hand-held container; and combining a detergent composition and a solvent in...
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5827329 |
Method for cleaning in a liquid medium fabrics of clothes, and plant for implementing such method
A method and apparatus are described for cleaning fabrics and clothes in a liquid medium wherein a vacuum drying step is effected at a pressure ranging from 1.5×10 3 Pa to 15×10 3 Pa in the...
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5804548 |
Dry cleaning process and kit
Articles especially adapted for in-home dry cleaning comprise a carrier sheet which is impregnated with a cleaning composition. The articles are designed to be folded for packaging, and to be...
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5789505 |
Surfactants for use in liquid/supercritical CO.sub.2
Acetylenic alcohols and diols have been found which are soluble in liquid/supercritical CO 2 and exhibit surface active properties. These alcohols and diols act as surfactants by lowering the...
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5789368 |
Fabric care bag
A fabric cleaning/refreshment process is conducted in a hot air clothes dryer using a vapor-releasing containment bag. The bag is constructed using heat resistant polymers, such as nylon, to avoid...
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5762648 |
Fabric treatment in venting bag
The present invention encompasses, in a process which comprises the steps of laundering or otherwise moistening fabrics using an aqueous medium, thereby securing damp fabrics and, thereafter,...
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5746776 |
Dry-cleaning kit for in-dryer use
A bag for the cleaning and containment of soiled fabric articles is provided which comprises a fastening system that, when fastened provides a vapor impermeable container and an interior surface...
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5746777 |
Scatterable carpet cleaning formulations
A scatterable dry cleaning formulation for textiles containing cellulose powder, colloidal silicon dioxide, and water.
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5736494 |
Flowable non-borax containing powder carpet cleaning compositions containing anionic and nonionic surfactants
Flowable granular carpet cleaning compositions which do not contain borax or boric acid salts and which are readily shaken or strewn onto a carpet needing cleaning is disclosed. The compositions...
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5683473 |
Method of dry cleaning fabrics using densified liquid carbon dioxide
A method of dry cleaning fabrics using a dry cleaning system is described. The system comprises densified carbon dioxide, preferably in a liquid phase, and a selected surfactant which is soluble in...
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5681355 |
Heat resistant dry cleaning bag
A dry cleaning process is conducted in a hot air clothes dryer using a containment bag. The bag is constructed using heat resistant polymers, such as nylon, to avoid unanticipated hot spots in the...
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5632780 |
Dry cleaning and spot removal proces
1,2-Octanediol is used to clean soiled fabrics. Thus, cleaning compositions comprising 1,2-octanediol, preferably in combination with solvents, are impregnated into carrier sheets. The sheets are...
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5630848 |
Dry cleaning process with hydroentangled carrier substrate
A home dry cleaning article is provided. Thus, a hydroentangled carrier sheet comprising mixed cellulosic, rayon, polyester and optional bicomponent fibers which is releasably impregnated with...
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5630847 |
Perfumable dry cleaning and spot removal process
Efficient dry cleaning compositions with pleasant odor qualities comprise water, butoxy propoxy propanol cleaning solvent and a perfume ingredient. The compositions also comprise 1,2-octanediol as...
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5613984 |
Process for laundering paint soiled garments
A process for laundering garments soiled with a one component paint, a two component paint, a waterborne paint, a powder coat paint or a mixture thereof comprising the steps of exposing the soiled...
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5591236 |
Polyacrylate emulsified water/solvent fabric cleaning compositions and methods of using same
Aqueous cleaning compositions containing solvents such as butoxy propoxy propanol (BPP) are emulsified using low levels of polyacrylate emulsifiers. Thus, an emulsion comprising BPP, a...
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5547476 |
Dry cleaning process
A home dry cleaning process is provided. Thus, a carrier sheet releasably impregnated with solvents such as butoxy propoxy propanol, 1,2-octanediol as a wetting agent, water and an emulsifier is...
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5514221 |
Cold cleaning process
Evaporative cold cleaning of objects wherein the object is contacted in an open environment with a nonazeotropic solvent blend containing an HCFC, HFC or PFC component having no flash point (such...
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