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Ossian, Inc.

Kelly Behrens

Kenneth C Ossian

An improved processing of sugar beet molasses (MDS&#x2014;Molasses Desugarized Solubles) with the addition of applied heat at about 140&#xb0; F. to about 180&#xb0; F. for a time sufficient to, along with alkali degradation, at any given concentration of MDS, show an increase in overall melt value performance when compared to non-use of the heat step.

Process of improving melt value of melters using processed desugarized solubles (MDS)

A composition for both de-icing and inhibiting formation of ice and snow that uses as its predominant ingredient desugared, sugar beet molasses which has been treated with alkali to increase its pH to at least 11, followed by holding for a time sufficient to degrade the carbohydrates and protein of the desugared, sugar beet molasses, and then the pH is lowered by acid addition to at least 10. These steps, in this sequence, substantially and surprisingly increase melt value.

Processed raffinate material for enhancing melt value of de-icers

A filler block for clean grain tanks of grain harvesters which prevents the trapping of grain and other materials in the grain tank. The filler block fills the dead spaces of the grain tank where grain and other materials may be trapped and presents a top surface which sheds grain and other materials to ensure that all such materials are conveyed out of the clean grain tank upon emptying. The filler blocks eliminate the need for manual cleaning and extend the life of the grain tank.

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Davenport, IA, United States of America

Kelly Behrens