baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent EP-0993631-B1 (EP)
Inventor: STAMMERS SOREN
IPC: G06F21/53
Filed: 1999-05-05
Granted: 2009-07-22
Abstract: A programmable computer processing apparatus is connected to a number of servers. Each server stores one or more separate components which, when combined, make up a processing application. Each component specifies any other components which it requires. Computer is arranged to identify a first component needed by an application requested by a user, to fetch the first component from the server storing the component, to fetch any additional components needed by the first component, and to continue fetching components until all of the components required for the application have been fetched. Computer is arranged to install the components in a Java virtual machine using a different classloader for each component and to perform control to permit inter-component interaction and interaction between the components and the resources of computer only in accordance with predefined rules. This prevents unauthorized access by a component to the functionality of another component or computer. Components may be downloaded from servers to take account of upgrades in the components.
Patent EP-1079859-B1 (EP)
Inventor: BRIESEWITZ ROGER
IPC: A61K38/17
Filed: 1999-05-21
Granted: 2010-07-14
Abstract: Bifunctional molecules and methods for their use in the production of binary complexes in a host are provided. The bifunctional molecule is a conjugate of a drug moiety and a presenter protein ligand. In the subject methods, an effective amount of the bifunctional molecule is administered to the host. The bifunctional molecule binds to the presenter protein to produce a binary complex that exhibits at least one of improved affinity, specificity or selectivity as compared to the corresponding free drug. The subject methods and compositions find use in a variety of therapeutic applications.
Patent EP-1083861-B1 (EP)
Title: Sticks aqueux a usage cosmetique ou pharmaceutique
Inventor: DIEC KHIET HIEN
IPC: A61K8/00
Filed: 1999-06-09
Granted: 2005-09-21
Abstract: L'invention concerne des préparations cosmétiques ou dermatologiques sous forme de stick, qui constituent des systèmes finement dispersés du type eau dans l'huile contenant A) une phase huileuse renfermant une teneur de 10 à 70 %, par rapport au poids de la phase graisseuse, de constituants graisseux et/ou cireux fondant à une température supérieure à 40 °C, B) une phase aqueuse et C) au moins un type de pigments inorganiques micronisés qui a) ont une taille particulaire moyenne inférieure à 200 nm et dont les particules b) présentent des caractéristiques aussi bien hydrophiles que lipophiles, ces particules possédant également des caractères amphiphiles et étant dispersibles aussi bien dans l'eau que dans l'huile, et qui c) sont choisis dans le groupe des oxydes métalliques qui d) sont éventuellement revêtus en surface, et D) au maximum 0,5 % en poids d'un ou de plusieurs émulsifiants.
Patent EP-1114861-B1 (EP)
Inventor: HORIE MASATO
IPC: C07K14/705
Filed: 1999-09-16
Granted: 2006-11-29
Abstract: The invention provides a brain-specific gene useful. in treating Alzheimer's disease, for instance, which comprises a nucleotide sequence cording for the amino acid sequence shown in SQ ID NO:1 and fragments thereof; an expression vector comprising the gene; a host cell comprising the expression vector; an expression product of the gene; an antibody against the product; a therapeutic and prophylactic composition for neurodegenerative disease; and the like.
Patent EP-1119515-B1 (EP)
Inventor: BAUER PETER
IPC: B67C3/02
Filed: 1999-09-08
Granted: 2003-06-04
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for filling containers (10) with a liquid. According to said method, a dispersion is produced from the liquid and an inert gas and the containers (10) are filled with said dispersion. The filled containers (10) are subsequently sealed. The inventive method provides a means for reliably bottling vegetable oil using, for example, nitrogen as the inert gas. For carrying out said method, a device is used that contains a gas-supplying means (1).
Patent EP-1108050-B1 (EP)
Inventor: SCHALLER HEINZ
IPC: C12N15/86
Filed: 1999-08-26
Granted: 2004-10-06
Abstract: Methods and compositions for efficient, hepatocyte-specific delivery and expression of heterologous genes, both in-vitro and in-vivo, using hepadnaviral vectors are provided. Methods for expressing a heterologous gene in hepatocytes are provided involving: providing replication defective hepadnavirus particles at a titre level competent to infect hepatocytes, wherein a region of the preS/S-gene of the hepadnavirus genome has been replaced with the heterologous gene such that expression of the heterologous gene is regulated by regulatory sequences of the preS/S-gene; and infecting hepatocytes with the hepadnavirus such that the heterologous gene is delivered into the hepatocytes and expressed in the hepatocytes. Methods for treating a subject with a hepatic disorder (e.g., hepatitis infection) are also provided. Replication defective hepadnavirus particles, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof, are also provided. Methods of producing therapeutic replication defective hepadnavirus particles at a titre level suitable for therapeutic use are also provided.
Patent EP-1105595-B1 (EP)
Inventor: MIEDEN JOHANNES-ALBERT
IPC: E04G7/14
Filed: 1999-08-12
Granted: 2003-03-19
Abstract: The invention relates to a scaffold coupling element (1) with secure-sitting T-head bolts (10) ensuring permanent bracing of the scaffold elements (2) due to the fact that the T-head bolts (10) are fitted with shaped parts (20, 21, 22;24). Said shaped parts (22, 21, 22; 24) are configured to match the bell (26) of the retaining projecting part (11), wherein said parts ensure blocking while preserving the ability to pivot in the bell (26). Said parts are fitted with corresponding contact surfaces (27, 28) or cause blocking in said bell when the T-head bolts (10) are inserted in the bell (26). Said blocking can be further improved in a targeted manner in that the ends of the T-head (17, 18) are stepped starting from the back of the T-head (23) and forming a bevel (38), a short vertical (39) and a longitudinal bevel (40). Furthermore, the edges (42, 43) of the shaft (13) are fitted with chamfers (44, 45). The edges (42, 43) on the back of the T-head (23) enable the insertion of the scaffold element (2) once the T-head bolt (10) has been inserted. In addition to the changes in the T-head bolts (10), the bell (26) has been adapted to match the shape of the T-head (12), wherein both parts are embodied in such a way that they match each other.
Patent EP-1125117-B1 (EP)
Inventor: PAUL FRANK
IPC: G01N11/14
Filed: 1999-10-21
Granted: 2005-04-27
Abstract: An analytical apparatus, such as a quartz crystal microbalance, comprises a piezoelectric sensor and an oscillator circuit, coupled to the sensor, to oscillate at a frequency substantially determined by a resonant frequency of the sensor, and to provide an output signal at the oscillator frequency at an output. The oscillator circuit maintains a substantially constant drive signal to the piezoelectric sensor by an AGC (33) within a feedback loop of the oscillator. The gain control signal is used as an indication of the Q of the piezoelectric sensor. The drive signal to the sensor is made substantially sinusoidal by ensuring that all the elements in the feedback loop providing signal gain and attenuation are configured to operate in a substantially linear mode.
Patent EP-1121195-B1 (EP)
Inventor: BUBLEWITZ ALEXANDER
IPC: B05C17/005
Filed: 1999-10-14
Granted: 2003-04-09
Abstract: The unit has two storage chambers (114) like syringes, with outlets (120). These are attached at a coupling (130) held by a rotary collar (122) turning between locked and released positions, to a mixer casing (34) containing mixer sections (38). There is an outlet opening (40) at the far end. Preferred features: The end where flange sections form the coupling is oval. Stops and limits control the degree of collar rotation in either direction. In a development, tubular pouches of viscous components can be placed in the chambers. Further coupling arrangements, employing push-in tubes for contents extraction, are described. A capping system is provided for the outlets. As the pouches are forced forward, they are penetrated by sharp tubes for contents extraction. This forms part of a claimed opening arrangement. Further mechanical details of the unit are provided.
Patent EP-1153029-B1 (EP)
Inventor: ANELLI PIER LUCIO
IPC: C07C237/12
Filed: 1999-11-25
Granted: 2007-01-10
Abstract: Substituted polycarboxylic ligand molecules and corresponding metal complexes of said ligands, preferably paramagnetic metal complexes for generating responses in the field of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The paramagnetic complexes of the polycarboxylic ligands possess advantageous tensioactive properties and are useful as MRI contrast media in formulations for investigating the blood pool.
Patent EP-1138150-B1 (EP)
Inventor: HELMSTETTER GARY
IPC: H04N7/16
Filed: 1999-12-07
Granted: 2009-02-18
Abstract: Electronic Guide products give the user the ability to videotape selected programs. Once a program has successfully been taped a message is displayed, reminding the viewer that they have taped it. (E.g. "You taped Xxxxx; have you watched it yet?") Information comprising information that shows are taped, the particular shows taped and viewer profiles allow advertisements targeted to the viewer who typically records a given type of programming to be presented. In an embodiment the display of the reminders is made conditional upon acceptance of advertising (for example, based on a piece of data transmitted along with other data related to that show), and can be sold to the broadcasters who transmitted the show. This information is marketed as a peculiarly well-targeted ad for the show, causing it to continue to produce value for the broadcaster after the broadcast is complete. Broadcasters, in turn, may offer the reminders to major advertisers as they sell commercial air time during the show, as a premium feature of the air time. The advertisement may be sent over channels comprising the video blanking interval, the Internet or on another channel.
Patent IT-1264120-B1 (IT)
Title: Rolling device for elongated elements, especially for the production of smoking articles
Inventor: DRAGHETTI FIORENZO
IPC: A24C/
Filed: 1993-04-15
Granted: 1996-09-10
Abstract: Rolling device 1, in which elongated elements 3 being rolled, especially smoking articles, are fed in orderly sequence at the entrance of a rolling channel 9 at a first velocity V1, and are moved along the rolling channel 9 itself at a second velocity V2, equal to half the first velocity V1; the device 1 is provided with an engage-rolling group 10, arranged at the entrance 11 of the rolling channel 9 and having a brake element 13 to progressively reduce the velocity of the elongated elements 3 from the first V1 to the second velocity V2. Figure 1. <IMAGE>
Patent IT-1263971-B1 (IT)
Title: Apparecchiatura per il caricamento di bobine in una macchina confezionatrice.
Inventor: TACCHI ALVER
IPC: B65H19/12
Filed: 1993-07-16
Granted: 1996-09-05
Abstract: Un'apparecchiatura per il caricamento di bobine (2) in una macchina confezionatrice è costituita da un dispositivo di caricamento (1) dotato di una colonna (4) girevole, secondo un asse verticale, su azionamento di un organo motore (18); da un organo elevatore (7), dotato di mezzi di supporto (26) di una bobina (2) da caricare, guidato scorrevole longitudinalmente a detta colonna (4) e mobile su azionamento di un ulteriore organo motore (32) fra una posizione abbassata di prelievo di detta bobina (2) e una posizione sollevata di trasferimento della stessa bobina (2) a detta macchina confezionatrice: da sensori (23) e (36), (37), (38) atti a controllare rispettivamente la rotazione angolare di detta colonna (4) e il coordinato movimento di scorrimento longitudinale di detto organo elevatore (7).(Figura 1).
Patent IT-1285567-B1 (IT)
Inventor: CANNATA VINCENZO
IPC: C07C45/85
Filed: 1996-02-21
Granted: 1998-06-18
Abstract: New process for the synthesis of the antiinflammatory drug known as nabumetone that consists in reacting 2-acetyl-5-bromo-6-methoxynaphthalene with an alkyl acetate in presence of an alkaline alcoholate to get 4-(5-bromo-6-methoxy-2-naphthyl)-4-hydroxybut-3-en-2-one that by catalytic hydrogenation in a polar solvent and in presence of a base gives 4-(6-methoxy-2-naphthyl)butan-2-one known as nabumetone.
Patent IT-1291409-B1 (IT)
Title: Device for clamping tooth strap for closures used in sports footwear - has base and stop ratchet mechanism including pawl articulated engageable to teeth of strap to stop it and second-order lever acting on pawl to move it away from
Inventor: NICOLETTI GRAZIANO
IPC: A43C/
Filed: 1997-02-04
Granted: 1999-01-11
Abstract: The device includes a pawl (12) articulated to the base (3) about a first axis and defining with a passageway (P) for the strap, the pawl (12) having at least one tooth (19). It can engage the teeth of the strap in order to restrain the strap unidirectionally. A lever (7) is articulated to the base (2) about a second axis and acting on the pawl in order to move it away from and towards a position of engagement with the teeth of the strap. The lever is a second-order lever, and with the pawl are articulated to one another.
Patent IT-1295722-B1 (IT)
Title: Toroidal carcass production for vehicle tyre - comprises winding cord round toroidal frame formed by two annular beads and removable outer ring with movable section
Inventor: SIEGENTHALER KARL J
IPC: B29D/
Filed: 1997-10-17
Granted: 1999-05-27
Abstract: A toroidal carcass (1) having two annular beads (2) connected by a reticulated structure formed by a cord (5) wound around the beads to connect them to each other is formed by positioning the beads in spaced coaxial relation, positioning an annular element (8) radially outward of the two beads, and coaxial with it, to form a toroidal frame, and winding a cord toroidally about the frame by passing a spool (16), wound with a predetermined length of cord (5), across the annular element (8) around bead (2) through the gap (11) between the annular element and the bead, and across the annular element to the other bead to repeat the process, in a spiral path (P) round the frame. The annular element (8) has a movable sector (9a) along which an initial portion of the spiral path (P) extends and, prior to completing the winding of the cord around the frame the movable sector (9a) is moved from an initial position aligned with the remainder (9b) of the annular element (8) to a second position in which the movable section overlaps the remainder (9b) of the element (8). Also claimed are the production of the carcass and the apparatus for performing the process.
Patent JP-2948573-B1 (JP)
Title: ヘルメットのシールド構造
IPC: A42B3/22
Filed: 1998-04-30
Granted: 1999-09-13
Abstract: 【要約】
【課題】  内・外側シールド相互のシール性を確実に確 保しながら定着保持すると共に、内・外側シールドの分 離が可能なヘルメットのシールドを提供することにあ る。
【解決手段】  ヘルメット本体Ｂに対して上下回動自在 に取付けられたシールド１の外側に、視野範囲の略外周 に沿って配置される弾性を有するシール材11を介して、 もう一枚のシールド２を着脱自在に取付けると共に、そ の外側のシールド２には前記シール材11を圧着する力を 生じる張力を付与して内側のシールド１に支持する。
Patent JP-3015369-B1 (JP)
Title: 折り畳み式ハンガ―及びこれを用いたシャツ類の包装方法
IPC: A47G25/40
Filed: 1999-05-17
Granted: 2000-03-06
Abstract: 【要約】
【課題】  シャツ類を折り畳んだ後、ハンガーの取り抜 きを可能とする。
【解決手段】  懸吊部２を有した本体部３に対して回動 自在に設けられ、シャツ類の肩部を支持する一対の第１ のアーム４、４、と、各第１のアーム４、４に回動自在 に設けられ、シャツ類の胴部側方部分を折り畳む際のガ イドとなる一対の第２のアーム５、５と、第１のアーム ４、４を左右方向に延設させたほぼ水平状態とし且つ第 ２のアーム５、５を前記第１のアーム４、４に対してほ ぼ垂直状態とする第１の形態と、前記第１のアーム４、 ４と前記第２のアーム５、５とを前記本体部３の幅とほ ぼ同幅間隔内に折り畳んだ状態とする第２の形態とに切 り換える形態切換えレバー１７と、第１のアーム４、４ に対して第２のアーム５、５をほぼ垂直状態に保持する 形態ロック部２０、２０を備える。
Patent JP-2913033-B1 (JP)
Title: 新規グリセロール誘導体
IPC: C07C31/22
Filed: 1998-05-25
Granted: 1999-06-28
Abstract: 【要約】
【解決手段】  下記式（Ｉ）：
【化１】
 （式中、ＣＯＲ 1  ，ＣＯＲ 2  は、Ｃ 16 , Ｃ 16:1 、Ｃ 16 ,  Ｃ 17cyc  、またはＣ 16:1 , Ｃ 18:1 のいずれかの組み合わ せを表す）で示される新規グリセロール誘導体。
【効果】  本発明によれば、界面活性剤として有用な新 規グリセロール誘導体が提供される。
Patent JP-2928882-B1 (JP)
Title: ローカルエリアネットワークの帯域制御方式
IPC: H04L12/44
Filed: 1998-06-10
Granted: 1999-08-03
Abstract: 【要約】
【課題】  リンク帯域占有型コネクション通信を行うロ ーカルエリアネットワークにおいて、公平な帯域の分配 により帯域を確保する。
【解決手段】  終端ノード３−１〜３−３は、通信に先 立ち中継ノード２に対して帯域要求を行う。中継ノード ２は、ｎ番目の終端ノードとの間のコネクションの最大 継続時間Ｔｍａｘを、最大遅延時間Ｔｄ、ｎ番目の終端 ノードからの帯域要求量Ｂｎ、各終端ノードからの帯域 要求量の合計値ＳＢを用いて、Ｔｍａｘ＝Ｔｄ×Ｂｎ／ ＳＢにより算出する。中継ノード２は、ある終端ノード との間で開設したコネクションをこの終端ノードに割り 当てるために計算した時間Ｔｍａｘが経過した時点で切 断し、コネクションの相手先を順次切り替える。
Patent JP-3060047-B1 (JP)
Title: 収納体を有する衣服
IPC: A41D27/20
Filed: 1999-10-21
Granted: 2000-07-04
Abstract: 【要約】
【課題】シート状の脱臭、消臭、防臭、消毒又は芳香剤 を収納する収納体を有する衣服の提供。消臭・脱臭等の 効果が高く、収納体の形成が簡単であって、且つ収納体 は外部から見えない隠れた場所に形成される収納体を有 する衣服の提供。
【解決手段】シート状の脱臭、消臭、防腐、消毒又は芳 香剤の少なくとも何れか一つを収納するポケット様の収 納体１を備えた衣服であって、該収納体１は上着１５の 後方肩部又は背部の裏側に取着されている。
Patent JP-3013042-B1 (JP)
Title: サーマルプリンタ装置
IPC: B41J2/05
Filed: 1998-12-21
Granted: 2000-02-28
Abstract: 【要約】
【課題】  簡単な構成により、電源の温度変化による印 刷むらの発生を抑えることが可能であると共に無駄な電 力消費を抑えることが可能なサーマルプリンタ装置を提 供すること。
【解決手段】  電池温度測定部１０３により電池１１６ の温度を測定し、ＲＯＭ１０８に記憶した電池１１６の 温度と内部抵抗値の関係を表すテーブルを参照して、対 応する抵抗値を得る。前記抵抗値を考慮して、サーマル ヘッド１１４の各発熱要素を通電する通電パルス幅を算 出し、これにより前記各発熱要素を通電駆動する。
Patent JP-3102641-B1 (JP)
Title: 基板処理装置
IPC: H01L21/304
Filed: 1999-12-28
Granted: 2000-10-23
Abstract: 【要約】
【課題】  処理槽底面の被処理基板上で処理液の流れが 均一になり、均一な処理が可能になる基板処理装置を提 供すること。
【解決手段】  処理槽３１の側面に、該側面上部全周よ りめっき液３７がオーバーフローするオーバーフロー部 を設けるとともに、前記処理槽３１の側面下部にスリッ ト４７を設けて、前記半導体ウェハ３３近傍の側面部全 周から前記スリット４７を介してめっき液３７を排出す る。
Patent MD-3843-B1 (MD)
Inventor: GONTA GHEORGHE
IPC: E04B2/18
Filed: 2008-07-15
Abstract: Inventia se refera la constructie, in special la blocurile de constructie pentru formarea elementelor de imprejmuire a cladirilor si edificiilor prinmetoda de zidarie uscata. Blocul de constructie, conform primei variante, este executat in forma deparalelipiped si contine fete longitudinale uniteprin doi buiandrugi perpendiculari cu suprafetelelor interioare, cu formarea unui orificiu vertical strapuns central si a adanciturilor deschise dinpartea fetelor transversale ale blocului. Pe o fata longitudinala din partea oricarei caramizi transversale este executata o lamba continua verticala, iar pe cealalta – un falt. Blocul de constructie, conform variantei a doua, este executat in formade paralelipiped si contine fete longitudinale, ofata transversala plana continua si un buiandrug paralel cu ea, care uneste fetele longitudinale cuformarea impreuna cu fata transversala a unui orificiu vertical strapuns si a unei adancituri deschise din partea altei fete transversale a blocului.Pe o fata longitudinala din partea caramizii transversale cu adancitura deschisa este executata o lamba continua verticala, iar pe cealalta – un falt. Blocul de constructie, conform variantei a treia, este executat in plan in forma de „Ď”, contine fete longitudinale si o fata transversala plana continua. Pe o fata longitudinala din partea opusa fetei transversale continue este executata o lamba continua verticala, iar pe cealalta – un falt. Pe fetele longitudinale, conform oricarei variante, din partea fetei de sus sunt executate lambe, iar din partea fetei de jos - falturi.
Patent MD-4253-B1 (MD)
Title: Sulphato-bis(nicotinoylhydrazone)-2,6-diacetylpyridin-cobalt(II )monomethanol trihydrate and process for cultivation of microalga Porphyridium cruentum with the use thereof
Inventor: RUDIC VALERIU
IPC: C07D213/50
Filed: 2012-11-05
Abstract: The invention relates to chemistry and biotechnology, namely to the synthesis of a new coordinative compound of cobalt(II) and to a process for cultivation of microalga Porphyridium cruentum with the use thereof.According to the invention, a coordinative compound - sulphato-bis(nicotinoylhydrazone)-2,6-diacetylpyridin-cobalt(II) monomethanol trihydrate is claimed.Also, a process for cultivation of microalga Porphyridium cruentum is claimed, which consists in that microalga is cultivated on a nutrient medium containing, in g/L: NaNO3 - 5.0; NaCl - 7.0; KCl - 7.5; MgSO4·7H2O - 1.8; Ca(NO3)2·4H2O - 0.15; KBr - 0.05; KI - 0.05; K2HPO4 - 0.2; FeCl3·6H2O - 0.00027; ZnSO4·5H2O - 0.00002; CuSO4·5H2O - 0.00005; MnSO4·5H2O - 0.0003; H3BO3 - 0.0006; MoO3 - 0.00002; NaVO3 - 0.00005; the compound sulphato-bis(nicotinoylhydrazone)-2,6-diacetylpyridin-cobalt(II) monomethanol trihydrate - 0.019…0.021 g/L and distilled water up to 1L, having the pH 6.8…7.2; at the temperature of 23…25°C, the lighting of 2000…3000 lux/cm2, with slow intermittent agitation.The result consists in increasing the antioxidant activity of the alcoholic extract obtained from microalga biomass.
Patent NO-331644-B1 (NO)
Inventor: MUELLER CLAUS-MICHAEL
IPC: C04B41/50
Filed: 2001-09-26
Abstract: A method of producing acid resistant anti-static building material covering is presented. The method uses a pasty or liquid joint filling mixture of alkali metal silicate binder and powder components. The production of an acid resistant and electricity dissipating building material covering on a mechanically stable substrate includes: (a) covering the substrate with boards laid in a conductive laying material which is contacted with a dissipation connection; (b) preparing a jointing material by mixing an alkali metal silicate binder component with a powder component in the presence of water to form a pasty or liquid jointing material; (c) filling the joints left between the boards with the jointing material; and (d) allowing the jointing material to set
Patent NO-327063-B1 (NO)
Inventor: PFUETZE EBERHARD
IPC: C08G18/10
Filed: 2001-10-19
Abstract: Adhesive composition contains urethane prepolymer with specified urea content and fibrous filler. Adhesive composition contains up to 99.9 wt.% prepolymer (I) with urethane groups and a urea content of 0.05-1 wt.% (calculated as NH-CO-NH), 0.1-20 wt.% fibrous filler, 0-20 wt.% usual additives and 0-10 wt.% activator. (I) is derived from component A containing (A1) diol(s) and/or polyol(s), (A2) organic compound(s) containing primary and/or secondary amino groups and/or water and optionally (A3) other compound(s) with functional groups capable of an addition reaction with isocyanate groups and component B containing compound(s) with polyisocyanate groups. Independent claims are also included for: (a) the production of an adhesive composition by bringing the components into contact with one another; (b) composites, comprising substrate(s) and the adhesive composition;   (c) above-ground, underground, ship, vehicle or aircraft structures containing the adhesive composition or composite.
Patent NO-332074-B1 (NO)
Inventor: HALKJAER LAU
IPC: F04D13/00
Filed: 2001-12-06
Abstract: A pumping arrangement for pumping a liquid product (10), such as oil products or liquefied gas, from a tank or container (11) comprises a rotary, high capacity main pump (12), such as a centrifugal pump, to be submerged in the liquid product. The main pump (12) is driven by an electric motor or another rotary driving motor (17) via a driving shaft (24). The driving motor (17) may be positioned above the upper liquid level. The pumping arrangement further comprises an auxiliary positive pump (29), such as a piston pump, for pumping a residual amount of said liquid product from the tank or container, and means (42, 43) for selectively drivingly interconnecting the auxiliary pump (29) to the driving shaft (24) of the main pump (12). Thus, the auxiliary pump may be driven by the same motor as the main pump. The means for selectively connecting the auxiliary pump to and disconnecting the auxiliary pump from the driving shaft of the main pump may comprise a ratchet device and may be activated by reversing the direction of rotation of the driving shaft.