Abstract: A handling mechanism for rolls of carpet having a tubular core about which the carpet is rolled includes a force-transmitting member in moveable relation with a pivot support. An expansion actuator is located on the force-transmitting member and is spaced from the pivot support and defines reaction surfaces. A plurality of expansion and gripping fingers are pivotally mounted to the pivot support and each have a core gripping element for gripping contact with the inner surface to the tubular core. The expansion and gripping fingers each have finger expansion actuation surfaces in contact with respective reaction surfaces of the expansion actuator member. Upon linear movement of the force transmitting member relative to said pivot support member by a pulling force the reaction surfaces of the expansion actuator member cause pivotal expansion of the expansion and gripping fingers for gripping the carpet core and permit the pulling force to move the carpet roll.

Abstract: A handle unit for a vehicle door lock system has a lever door handle mounted on a pivot in a housing. The lever can be locked in the position which corresponds to a "door locked" condition. A release button allows the lever to be locked or released so that the lever can be operated. The lever is locked by a detent which captures the lever and can be released by pushing the detent away from the lever.