Abstract: A method and apparatus are disclosed for electrically connecting a power cable to an explosion-proof electric motor having an electric motor housed within an explosion-proof motor housing. The electric motor has a plurality of motor conductors used to couple power to the electric motor stator. The explosion-proof motor housing has an opening and a connection housing securable to the explosion-proof motor housing to seal the opening. The connection housing has an internal volume to house the slack portions of power cable and motor conductors and the electrical connection formed between the power cable and the motor conductors.

Abstract: A device is provided for holding a disposal waste bag in a kitchen sink. The device comprises an open frame through which the waste bag may be inserted with the bottom of the bag supported upon the floor of the sink in order that the load of the waste is not placed on the support frame. The top portion of the bag is folded over the frame with provisions for clamping the folded over portion to retain the bag. The clamping may be effected between the frame, which may be hinged to receive the bag, and a support base, the corner, rims or at an elevated portion of side walls of the sink or clamping at a slot or a clip on the frame. The hinge may include a hinged lid or the like. The frame may be folded in half to close the top of the bag. The support frame or a hinge for the frame is conveniently affixed by suction cups, glue or the like, to the sink either at an elevated part of the side wall or upon the top rim at the corner or a side of the sink.