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Agent a person authorized to transact business for and in the name of another person or company. Types of agents are: (1) brokers, (2) commission merchants, (3) resident buyers, (4) sales agents, (5) manufacturer's representatives.
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SURFACTANTS
A wetting agent used to prevent fouling, mainly in water cooling systems.
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SURFACTANT
Surface-active agent that reduces interfacial tension of a liquid. A surfactant used in a petroleum oil may increase the oil's affinity for metals and other materials.
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CALCIUM SULFATE
Chemical compound (CaSO4) which is used at a drying agent or desiccant in liquid line dryers.
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EDTA
A chelating agent used with boiler water treatment. Often referred as the replacement for the phosphate-hydroxide treatment method.
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SHIP'S AGENT
A person or firm who transacts all business in a port on behalf of shipowners or charterers. Also called shipping agent; agent.
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TOXICITY DETECTOR
An instrument used for the detection of gases or vapors. It works on the principle of a reaction occurring between the gas being sampled and a chemical agent in the apparatus.
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DRY CHEMICAL EXTINGUISHERS
An extinguisher where the extinguishing agent is a dry powder and the propelling gas is either in the container in the upper chamber or on the side with a separate pressurized cartridge or canister.
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HALON EXTINGUISHERS
A gaseous extinguishing agent that does not leave residue after discharge. It works on the principle of removing the air for combustion thus extinguishing the fire.
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BROKER
An agent who facilitates a contract for a fee.
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CUSTOM BROKER
An agent accredited by a customs authority to manage compliance for an importer.
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