B67D7/06

MULTI-COMPARTMENT TANKER
20200270117 · 2020-08-27 ·

Apparatuses, systems, and methods are disclosed for a multi-compartment tanker. An apparatus includes a first liquid storage tank and a second liquid storage tank. The apparatus includes one or more valves that connect the first liquid storage tank to the second liquid storage tank. The apparatus includes a vacuum pump that is connected to the first and second liquid storage tanks and operable for facilitating transfer of at least a portion of a liquid in the first liquid storage tank to the second storage tank in response to a valve connecting the first and second storage tanks being opened.

Management of fuel dispenser media

Management of fuel dispenser media is provided. In general, a fuel dispenser can be in communication with a media library configured to facilitate delivery of media to the fuel dispenser for output therefrom. The media library can be on board the fuel dispenser or can be included in a gateway configured to communicate with the fuel dispenser. The media library is configured to query one or more media sources for media information and to retrieve media information therefrom that is specific to the fuel dispenser. Additionally or alternatively, the media library is configured to query the one or more media sources for updates to the retrieved media information and, if updated, to retrieve the updated media content from the media source(s).

APPARATUS FOR FILLING VEHICLES ON ASSEMBLY LINES IN THE AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY
20200115217 · 2020-04-16 · ·

A device for filling vehicles on assembly lines with a plurality of different operating media, which are fed from filling stations via connecting lines and special adapters into the circuits and tanks of the vehicles.

The device structurally integrates the terminals of all tanks and circuits of a vehicle which are to be filled with an operating medium in a common assembly, configured as a filling unit installed in the vehicle. The filling unit can be brought into operative connection with a filling tool for all of the terminals of all filling stations of different operating media. The terminals for the same operating medium at the filling unit of the vehicle and the filling tool to be brought into operative connection are configured with congruent contours.

Bungee stirrup to keep diesel fuel pump handle from falling out of fuel tank on semi-trucks during fueling
20200115216 · 2020-04-16 ·

A removable fuel handle retainer is provided, comprising: a circular bungee strap, of a size to fit snugly around the neck of the fuel tank opening on a semi truck; a U shaped bungee strap or stirrup of the same material, molded of a piece with the circular bungee strap; and a circular bungee finger hole, molded of a piece with the U shaped bungee strap or stirrup, of the same material, at the apex of the U shaped bungee strap or stirrup to be used for leverage when activating the device.

The three components, the circular part that fits around the tank opening, the U shaped strap or stirrup, and the finger hole part, are molded of a piece, of the same bungee material, and lie flat against the tank when at rest, except the finger hole, which is molded perpendicular to the U shaped strap or stirrup, for easier finger access.

Bungee stirrup to keep diesel fuel pump handle from falling out of fuel tank on semi-trucks during fueling
20200115216 · 2020-04-16 ·

A removable fuel handle retainer is provided, comprising: a circular bungee strap, of a size to fit snugly around the neck of the fuel tank opening on a semi truck; a U shaped bungee strap or stirrup of the same material, molded of a piece with the circular bungee strap; and a circular bungee finger hole, molded of a piece with the U shaped bungee strap or stirrup, of the same material, at the apex of the U shaped bungee strap or stirrup to be used for leverage when activating the device.

The three components, the circular part that fits around the tank opening, the U shaped strap or stirrup, and the finger hole part, are molded of a piece, of the same bungee material, and lie flat against the tank when at rest, except the finger hole, which is molded perpendicular to the U shaped strap or stirrup, for easier finger access.

PAYMENT TERMINAL FOR A FUEL DISPENSING UNIT
20200097939 · 2020-03-26 ·

The invention relates to a payment terminal for a fuel dispensing unit. The payment terminal comprises a user interface arranged in an upper section of the payment terminal, and a key pad arranged below the user interface. The payment terminal is characterized in that it has a user interface control means arranged below the user interface, the user interface control means being connected to the user interface for control thereof.

Beverage valve assembly mounting assembly

A mounting assembly includes a beverage mounting assembly having a housing. The housing has a housing wall that surrounds a cavity. A valve body is connectable to the beverage mounting assembly. The valve body is connectable to the beverage mounting assembly via a clip. The clip is insertable into both the housing and the valve body to connect the valve body to the beverage mounting assembly. At least one actuator is disposed in the cavity of the housing. The actuator rotates from a closed position to an open position that actuates pressure to the valve body from a liquid source. The actuator is separate from the clip that connects the housing to the valve body.

FLUID SUPPLY APPARATUS
20200003349 · 2020-01-02 ·

To provide a fluid supply apparatus capable of preventing inconveniences cause by cut of a signal line when a filling hose is separated through an emergency separation pipe joint. The fluid supply apparatus (100: fluid supply apparatus for supplying fluid such as hydrogen gas and gasoline) includes a supply system for transporting fluid such as hydrogen gas and gasoline in a housing main body while measuring flow rate of the fluid; a control mechanism for controlling the supply system; a hose (2) introduced from the supply system and having a nozzle (1) at an end thereof; and a signal line (3) along the hose (2), wherein the signal line (3) is detachable.

MANAGEMENT OF FUEL DISPENSER MEDIA
20240095274 · 2024-03-21 ·

Management of fuel dispenser media is provided. In general, a fuel dispenser can be in communication with a media library configured to facilitate delivery of media to the fuel dispenser for output therefrom. The media library can be on board the fuel dispenser or can be included in a gateway configured to communicate with the fuel dispenser. The media library is configured to query one or more media sources for media information and to retrieve media information therefrom that is specific to the fuel dispenser. Additionally or alternatively, the media library is configured to query the one or more media sources for updates to the retrieved media information and, if updated, to retrieve the updated media content from the media source(s).

Apparatus and method for pressure dispensing of high viscosity liquid-containing materials

A liner-based pressure dispensing container includes a connector-mounted probe arranged to seat a dip tube against an inner surface of a liner fitment for sealing utility. A dip tube and probe may include increased and/or matched flow area. A reverse flow prevention element can be arranged proximate to a liquid extraction opening to inhibit reverse flow of liquid from a dip tube into a container. A liner-less container may include a reduce diameter lower portion arranged to receive a dip tube, with at least one associated sensor to sense a condition indicative of depletion of liquid from the lower portion. A shipping cap can be included for removing headspace gas from the liner. In one embodiment, the shipping cap is suitable for direct connection to a dispensing process.