Abstract: An automated dispensing system that releases a selected quantity of an edible or non-edible bulk product is provided. Using a digital interface or a dispense button, consumers select a specified amount of bulk product to be dispensed (by weight, mass, or cost). The product is then dispensed into a receptacle container and the system calculates the quantity and corresponding cost that was dispensed into the receptacle container. Using an identification key system, consumers can activate the automatic dispensing system. The identification key may be used to track and store the user's dispensed bulk products. This information may be uploaded to a database that is later called upon at the time of checkout to tabulate the users total cost of dispensed bulk products. The system can also update an inventory database of the bulk products.

Abstract: A hinge clip comprises a mounting member hingedly connected to a support surface. A contact member is pivotally coupled to the support member and biased towards a closed position. An object can be retained between the support member and the contact member. The hinge clip allows album covers or other artworks to be used as doors of openings, or to be displayed on walls.

Abstract: A hinge clip comprises a mounting member hingedly connected to a support surface. A contact member is pivotally coupled to the support member and biased towards a closed position. An object can be retained between the support member and the contact member. The hinge clip allows album covers or other artworks to be used as doors of openings, or to be displayed on walls.