Abstract: An improved nail clipper having a central symmetrical resilient pincer member with cutting edges at its opened end, a transverse pin with hooked ends that pass through opposed and aligned bores on the jaws of the pincer member near its open end, and lateral handles that are connected at the hooked ends of the transverse pin.

Abstract: A safety razor including at least one movable blade. The blade is moveable with respect to other parts of the razor. Movement of the blade increases the blade tangent angle in response to forces encountered during shaving.

Abstract: A vent cover for an electric saw for removing waste sawdust, dust or debris from a work area so as to maintain a guideline free from visual obstruction including a shell having an opening at its back end and one side being opened so that the shell may be detachably connected to the side of the saw body immediately ahead of the motor armature discharge baffling. The front end of the shell is curved and the top of the shell is tapered forwardly so that the exhaust air enters the rear of the shell and is directed by the curvature of the tapered top and curved front end to be conducted laterally across the front of the saw blade to forcibly remove sawdust. The shell includes an edge marginal region along the top front end and bottom for detachably coupling to the side of the saw body.

Abstract: A power tool has a housing that is surrounded in part by a rubber boot. The housing has an opening through which a fastener connects the housing a component of the housing. The boot has a plug portion formed on the inner surface that fits within the opening to seal the housing. The plug portion can have a seal lip followed by recesses to allow for pressure release.

Abstract: An electronic compass is described for use in vehicles. The compass employs a magnetoresistive sensor for sensing the earth magnetic field and the sensor is operated in alternate set/reset bias modes. In a first embodiment, the compass is provided with deviation compensation by a closed loop system including measurement of the sensor output signals and an offset current strap for nullifying the vehicle deviation field. In a second embodiment, deviation compensation is provided by operation in an initial calibration mode and by operation in a normal compensation mode to adjust compensation, as needed, on a long term basis during normal operation of the compass. In the initial calibration mode, while the vehicle is being driven, the signal peak values are adjusted to a nominal earth field level by changing the offset current. Then, compensating signal reference values for each axis are determined as each peak for that axis is determined.

Abstract: A standoff is adapted for mechanical engagement along one side of a level sensing device such as a carpenter's level. The standoff provides a body for interlocking to the level's side by drawing an edge of the level into a V-notch in the standoff so that surfaces of the standoff and the level are forced into intimate contact, thereby aligning the two parts. The standoff provides a magnet and U-shaped magnet support for enabling the standoff to magnetically engage any iron bearing surface such as a steel construction stud or an iron or steel pipe. The U-shaped magnet support is configured for accepting a round surface so that the level sensing device may be used to detect level and plumb conditions on both flat as well as round surfaced objects.

Abstract: A gauge device for spacing railing spindles or other parallel building elements used in construction. The gauge device is a generally rectangular assembly having two long edges that are spaced a predetermined distance apart. An adjustment mechanism is embodied within the rectangular assembly for selectively varying the predetermined distance between the two long edges across a range of distances. An indicator is coupled to the adjustment mechanism for indicating the predetermined distance between the two long edges maintained by the adjustment mechanism. Optional level bubbles are provided within the device to provide an indication as to when the long side edges were in a true vertical orientation. The gauge device is used by placing the gauge device between parallel building elements during construction, The gauge device ensures that the building elements are properly spaced and are aligned in the vertical.

Abstract: A body 1 placed thereon with a table 35 put thereon with an object to be measured W, and a portal frame 41 supporting both ends of rail 43 to the body through pillars 42A and 42B, the rail being placed above the table 35 and extending along a moving direction of a pair of probes 91A and 91B, are provided. A pair of sliders 51A and 51B are movably supported by the rail 43. The pair of the probes is extended downward from the sliders 51A and 51B to be abutted to the object W put on the table 35. The flexural deformation of the probes 91A and 91B is decreased due to the shorter length of the probes 91A and 91B, so that the high accurate measurement is achieved and a relative measurement is omitted.

Abstract: A measurement and marking tool comprising a horizontal member having attachment means for securing a tape measure thereto, and a vertical member emanating from and arranged perpendicularly to the horizontal member. The tool is especially useful in measuring and marking stud placement in carpentry.

Abstract: A roaster and method for roasting utilizing a tangential flow reducing structure which directs and guides airflow from a blower device into a roasting vessel with minimal swirl and circular flow. The tangential flow reducing structure is preferably one or more baffles, and is preferably located within a plenum in the base of the roaster. More preferably, the roaster has a number of substantially vertical baffles channeling airflow into a vertical and reduced-swirl flow entering the roasting vessel. The roaster also preferably has a unique connection between the roasting vessel and a base upon which the roasting vessel rests, with a flat washer-shaped gasket maintaining a fluid tight seal between the roasting vessel and the base. To tighten the seal, the roaster also preferably includes a cover which is pivotably attached to a support structure supporting the cover in position over the roasting vessel when the roasting vessel is on top of the base.

Abstract: Apparatus and a related method control within acceptable limits, of less than two percent (2%), residual shrinkage in garments to be made from a knitted fabric web or other fabrics subject to high shrinkage. The knitted fabric web is passed continuously in a moist condition through a first shrinkage compactor. Then the web is carried on an endless belt through a special dryer in a relaxed condition to allow loops of knits to shorten. The web is caused to wave in the dryer. The web is then conveyed through a second shrinkage range for final shrinking to a desired weight per surface area with less than two percent (2%) residual shrinkage. Thus the garments are safe from further shrinking in home tumble dryers.

Abstract: This Document is a Continuation in Part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09/093,029 filed on Jun. 8, 1998, said invention comprising an apparatus for evaporating water in a mixture of water and solids derived from the organic output of a waste water treatment plant. A low cost source of gaseous heat (as the exhaust from a gas turbine driver in combination with/or alternatively from a stand alone combustor) is used for evaporating said water and safe conditioning said evaporated water vapor after being combined with a portion of the exhaust from said gaseous heat source. The solids portion of said organic output from said waste water treatment plant is segregated and safe conditioned separately. This continuation in part filing supplements said basic reference patent filing by defining a specific heat exchange surface configuration for heat exchanger 17 which minimizes radiation heat losses to atmosphere.

Abstract: A means to secure a device or parts thereof to the flaps of an associated shoe is flexible, and comprises a plurality of flap attachments which can be fixedly or detachably secured to the flap(s) of a shoe. Each flap attachment is attached directly or via intermediate attachments to an elongate member which is securable to the device. Each intermediate attachment has two ends, one secured to the flap attachment and the other to the elongate member. The elongate member can be longitudinally extendable and retractable and can be made up of shorter segments connected to each other. The flap attachments are pivotably secured to one another in a linear sequence where at least one segment is attached directly or indirectly to the device. One type of flap attachment is permanently secured to the shoe by methods like adhesive bonding and fasteners. Another is detachable from the shoe and consists of three versions.

Abstract: The boot is one wherein the rear part of its sole (13), between the heel and approximately the middle of the sole, and the lower rear part of the upper (12) are rigid, while the rest of the upper (11) and of the sole (16) are flexible. This boot makes it possible to walk with ease and can be fixed on a gliding board while perfectly fulfilling its function as an interface between the leg and the binding.

Abstract: The orthosis is formed of a monolithic semi-rigid resilient shell and is engaged inside a footwear to conformingly fit against the plantar portion of a person's foot, extending from the anterior metatarsal region to the heel portion. The rear end portion of the orthosis has inner and outer rearwardly-extending resiliently deformable arms defining a rearwardly-opened notch therebetween for partial engagement of the heel in the notch. Upwardly arcuate inner and outer flanges are provided respectively on the inner and outer arms, opposite the notch, for forming a cup-like seat for the heel. The front end portion of the orthosis engages the metatarsal plantar region of the foot, and has a sinuous front edge having five frontwardly-facing arcuate concavities each for registering engagement thereagainst of a corresponding one of the five metatarsal anterior portions of the user's foot.

Abstract: A scarifying machine for soil removal having a frame supported by a couple of front wheels and a couple of back wheels, a milling drum is in contact with the soil to be removed and supported by a rotating shaft connected to the frame. A motor is supported by the frame and causes the milling drum and at least one of the wheels to rotate. Each back wheel is supported by an articulation unit that is mechanically connected to the frame and cooperates with a first hydraulic cylinder that is capable of shifting the articulation unit in order to arrange the wheel from a position projecting laterally from the frame to a position re-entering with respect to the frame and vise-versa.

Abstract: A wheel loader, having a higher acceleration and an energy-saving performance, as well as a higher traveling and working efficiency, includes: a traveling system, having an engine (1) as a driving power source; and a hydraulic working system, operated by receiving pressurized oil from a hydraulic pump (81, 82) having the engine (1) as a driving power source. The hydraulic pump can be a variable displacement hydraulic pump (81) or the combination of a fixed displacement pump (82) and an unloader valve (821). The displacement volume (V) of the variable displacement hydraulic pump (81) can be changed from a maximum (Vmax) to a minimum (Vmin) when the hydraulic working system is changed to be in a neutral (non-operating) condition (Wo). The useful output of the hydraulic pump (81,82) can be changed from a maximum (Vmax) to a minimum (Vmin) when a vehicle speed is greater than a specified vehicle speed, or the speed gear is changed from a low side speed gear to a high side speed gear.

Abstract: A solid and unitary plastic block which has a textured strip thereon. A self-adhesive transparent tape may be pressed over the textured strip, with air escaping entrapment behind the tape via depressions in the textured strip. Slots on the end of the textured strip provide a termination for the tape ends.

Abstract: A three dimensional diorama card assembled, stored and shipped in a substantially flat form, constructed of a first blank having a front panel in which an opening is cut, a back panel to form the back of the card, and a tab to facilitate the construction of the card. A second blank of the card has a panel which forms the background of the scene. Extending from the top and bottom of the background panel are pinched elliptical panels which form the structural support for the erected of the card as well as the inside top and bottom, respectively, of the scene. A pop up member is formed from the second blank. The back of the second blank is secured to the back panel of the first blank. An image blank is also secured to the pop up member. The front panel of the second blank is folded over the second blank and the tab is secured to the back of the second panel.

Abstract: A collapsible double image poster which utilizes a sheet material base which is formed of a series of pleats. Observing of the front surface of the poster in one oblique direction gives the appearance of a first single intact image and observing of the poster in a second oblique direction, which is at a right angle to the first oblique direction, gives the appearance of a second single intact image. The base is collapsible with the pleats go located in an abutting position. The base is also expandable with the pleats located in an expanded or spaced apart position. When in an expanded position, a crossed elongated member arrangement is mounted on the back side of the poster to retain the poster in the expanded position.

Abstract: A luminous display element having a light line positioned within a light-housing. The light line includes a series of SMD-LED-components arranged on a carrier material. On either end of the carrier material are connection elements which allow the carrier material to connect to other lights. The light-housing has a non-rectangular cross-section, and its length is multiple times its height. Depending upon the desired form of illumination, the light line can be arranged either within the light-housing, or outside the light-housing and extend along its longitudinal axis.

Abstract: A lockable firearm safety is incorporated into the bolt mechanism of a safety bolt to selectively block the forward motion of the hammer by either of two means: (a) preventing the trigger from moving rearward which movement would release the hammer permitting it to move forward and strike the firing pin; (b) by directly blocking the hammer from moving forward to strike the firing pin. When the safety bolt is placed in the safety position, the bolt may be locked in the safety position by means of a key. The firearm cannot be discharged until the safety bolt is unlocked and is moved to the fire position. The key is retained by the bolt unless the safety bolt is in the safety locked position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a tool for the installation and removal of the magazine catch of automatic and/or semi-automatic firearms. In particular, a magazine catch which is transversely operable within the firearm like that of the M16A2 and M4 Carbine where the magazine catch button must be depressed sufficiently to allow for the rotation of the magazine catch for installation or removal. The tool enables the user to orient, insert, depress and hold the magazine catch button and to steady the firearm simultaneously with one hand. The tool is designed to limit the insertion of the magazine catch button so as to eliminate the damage caused to the magazine catch spring by over-insertion of the magazine catch button. The preferred embodiment is constructed of polymer to eliminate damage to the firearm and its parts. The design of the invention also serves to reduce discomfort and injury to the hand of the user caused by conventional tools or field expedients used to perform this task.

Abstract: A device for catching and holding spent cartridges ejected from a conventional AR-15, M16, AR-10, or similar type rifle. The device consists of a steel frame with a cloth bag and two mounting pins that removably attach to a mount connected to the rifle. This positions said bag adjacent to the rifle's ejection port to catch spent cartridges during firing of the weapon.

Abstract: A fishing lure of the spinner bait type having a coupling assembly for rapidly changing blades of one configuration for blades of another configuration. The lure is formed of two sections. The first section is a wire body provided with a first end having a hook secured thereto and a second externally threaded distal end. The second section includes a trailing blade assembly releasably secured to the first section. A quick disconnect coupling secures the trailing blade assembly to the wire body at the second, distal end thereof and permits the blade assembly to be quickly interchangeably with other blade assemblies having blades of varying configurations. Other blades mounted along the length of the body are also quickly interchangeable for blades of different configurations.

Abstract: A fishing lure provides a lateral surface run during retrieval by utilizing a generally upright front surface (A) extending across an integral body which floats or is generally of substantially neutral buoyancy. A weight (B) is carried by the lure body to adjust the balance and path traversed during retrieval and to maintain a generally upright side wall (D) in position for attachment of a line to a connector (C) located in an elongated tunnel (E) intermediate upper and lower edges of the tunnel. The method contemplates utilizing an upright front surface (A) tapering across the lure body for providing lateral direction during retrieval, together with the step of fixing a connector to an upright side from about ¼ to about ⅓ of the length of the body from the front.

Abstract: A sonic plastic bait has an elongated cylindrical body. Ventral fins are longitudinally aligned in an oblong design along the lower edges of the bait body as a continuation of a belly portion. The belly portion and the fins form the continuous flat underside surface of the sonic bait. The upper part of the body has a rounded back raised above where the ventral fins protrude along the sides. At a front end, the bait body is shaped head-like. Towards the rear end, the bait body slants downward to a size approximately aligned with the ventral fin thickness and forms into a split tail section resembling flukes. The ventral fins are sectioned into individual appendages that vibrate or touch each other and produce a low sound attractive to fish when the sonic plastic bait is pulled through water.

Abstract: A buoyant body (10, 10′) is connected to a fishing line (FL). The buoyant body (10, 10′) includes an inner chamber (12) having a closed top (14) and a closed bottom (16). An elongated member (18) extends vertically through the inner chamber (18). Fish line receiving eyes (68, 70) are formed by the elongated member (18) at the upper and lower ends of the bobber (B). A movable mass (M) is provided within the inner chamber (12). During fishing, movement of the bobber (B) imparts movement to the mass (M) and movement of the mass (M) induces fish attracting vibrations into the fishing line (FL).

Abstract: A strain of chanterelle (C. cibarius Fr.Fr.) designated SNGT2-A is described herein. SNGT2-A can be grown in axenic culture as vegetative mycelia. SNGT2-A has a DNA fingerprint that distinguishes it from all other C. cibarius strains tested.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for sub-surface injection of irrigation water infused with treatment gas such as air or oxygen. The infusion of gas into the water is by the use of a cavitating mixer-injector, and the resulting infused water under pressure is conveyed under pressure to the roots of a crop, where it is discharged in the root zone beneath the surface of the soil. The released effluent is water containing dissolved gas at atmospheric pressure, gas released from the water when the pressure was released, and gas in the micro-bubbles.

Abstract: An ozone containing gas is injected into a portion of top soil that was previously oversaturated with water, to stimulate the propagation and growth of living organisms. The injected ozone oxidizes at least one molecule (also called “parent molecule”) in the top soil to create at least one byproduct that is smaller than the parent molecule. The small size of such byproducts allows the byproducts to cause the growth of living organisms (such as plants including fungi and tomatoes). The byproducts can be used to grow a fungi (such as Trichoderma, spp.) that is (1) parasitic to detrimental fungi such as fusarium or is (2) a stimulant for chlorophyll-bearing plants, or is both. The byproducts can also be used to directly grow the chlorophyll-bearing plants. An ozone containing gas can be injected via a soil injector connected to an ozone supplier that is either stationary or is moved over a field, e.g. by a vehicle.

Abstract: A stabilized natural turf surface particularly suitable for athletic fields includes a mat interposed between upper and lower layers of growth media, the mat having a woven biodegradable backing and upwardly extending artificial fibers secured thereto, wherein the fibers extend well above the top of the upper layer. Natural grass plants grow in the upper layer, with the crowns being located in the upper layer of growth media and the roots extending down through the backing and into the lower layer. The mat helps to stabilize root growth, particularly during the first few years. The biodegradability of the backing results in its eventual decomposition, so that after a predetermined time the turf surface may be aerated all the way down to the lower layer without adversely affecting the mat and the mat can be top dressed beginning immediately after turf growth occurs. The biodegradability also prevents the creation of an agronomic barrier between the upper and lower layers.

Abstract: The growing room includes a closed loop track suspended above the floor and extending throughout the room. A plurality of racks are movably supported on the track by a motorized mover system. The racks include a frame for supporting a plurality of growing sheets for supporting and growing the plants. The growing sheets are made of a translucent material and include a plurality of growing cells formed by affixing a plurality of lengths of membrane material to the sheet at predetermined locations. The growing cells are gas permeable, liquid impermeable, and translucent.

Abstract: A simulated barrel garden for aquatic and terrestrial plants comprising a circumferential sidewall consisting of two sections of vertically extending barrel staves having a plurality of straps fastening the staves together in assembled relation, a barrel liner being inserted into the sidewall and mating with the sidewall top edges and forming a rigid, stand alone half barrel supporting the weight of the garden and a water related accessory mounted on a mounting bracket and fastened to the top rim of the liner. A second embodiment includes a cascade notch in the sidewall and a mating cascade lip formed in the barrel liner. Two additional embodiments of the barrel liner include a planter ring with a shelf in the center or a hole in the center.

Abstract: An improved method and container providing a root housing assembly to the plant which restricts the plant's thickest roots (greater than 1.5 millimeters in diameter) to remain within specified parameters. Regardless of the preferred container size, the lower seven eights portion of a container, perforated with a plurality of holes encircling the container permits fine, fibrous roots (less than 1.5 millimeters in diameter) to penetrate through to the soil surrounding the outside of the buried container's walls, whereas, the upper one eighth of the container is used for handling purposes, is not perforated, and provides a line of demarcation which will not permit root penetration into the soil environment outside of the container's walls. The holes with diameters of substantially 1.5 millimeters are equally spaced at distances of 3 millimeters apart. The roots which pass through these holes are not air-pruned, since the container is buried, but are restricted to the diameter of 1.5 millimeters.

Abstract: A garage door opener is provided with a drive mechanism formed by a chain that runs in a track. The track is mounted on the platform of a mounting support that is hinged to the vehicle entry wall of a garage directly above the garage door opening. The track includes a track opening directed straight out from the vehicle entry wall. The track extends in a curve from the track opening toward the vehicle entry wall, along a first proximal straight section that lies parallel to the vehicle entry wall, around a one hundred eight degree bend, and along another distal straight section that is located parallel to and spaced from the first, proximal section. The chain is formed with large links having flat upper and lower plates. Each link has a hinged side and an unhinged side and the links are joined together at their corners along their hinged sides. The chain can only be bent in an arc that is concave inwardly toward the hinged sides of the links.

Abstract: A weather strip in particular for window and door frames having a base portion (2) arranged to be engaged in a respective anchoring area (3) of a first bearing frame (4). A head portion (5) of the weather strip is arranged to act against an abutment area (6) associated with the a second bearing frame (7). A band of magnetic material (8) is associated with the head portion, and there is an intermediate connecting portion (9) formed, in transverse section, by a single fillet element connecting the head portion with the base portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an entrance door to premises. The entrance door (1) according to the invention is provided to have one of its faces (15) turned toward the inside of said premises, where the temperature deviations are limited over time, and its other face (38) turned toward the outside of these premises, where the temperature deviations are more important, said door being equipped with a guide (6) to guide it into displacement relative to a wall frame (5) on which is it mounted, and (3) to close it on said wall frame (5). Said door (1) is made up of two panels (9 and 10) that are connected together in superposition and in a zone of their faces that face each other (20 and 37a), said guides (3 and 6) being mounted on the panel (9) and meant to have its external face (15) turned toward the inside of said premises.

Abstract: An opening arrangement is known for a vehicle door has a door lock which can be operated by an exterior door grip arranged on the outside on the exterior vehicle shell, which exterior door grip is movably disposed by a bearing bow fixed on the interior side on the exterior door shell. The bearing bow is supported on an end area, viewed in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, by way of at least one deformation-resistant torsion support on the interior door shell and is fixed on the opposite end area, viewed in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle, on a door-fixed support part.

Abstract: A workstation including at least two walls, each of the walls having opposed ends, an upper panel, and a lower panel beneath the upper panel, the lower panel including a center plate with horizontal, parallel upper and lower side opening raceways on opposite sides of the plate; and a support post having opposed connection faces, one of the faces being connected to an end of one of the walls and the other face being connected to an end of the other of the walls, the post including conduits extending between the connecting faces, whereby utilities can be connected from raceways on one of the walls to raceways on the other of the walls through the post. Releasable edge and end caps are frictionally attached to the exposed wall edges.

Abstract: The invention relates to a tower (1) serving as an antenna carrier and having a space (3) for electronic equipment, such as radio equipment, provided in connection therewith, whereby the tower (1) is formed of a number of interconnectable, generally ring-shaped sections (2, 2a, 3, 3a) of which a lower section (3) forms an electronic equipment integrated in the tower (1).

Abstract: A structural assembly for building dodecahedral-based structures for habitable or commercial use, or for use as play equipment, models, or toys, is provided. Panels with shapes including hexagonal, rhombic, and trapezoidal are assembled edge-to-edge using ordered edge connections (i.e. alternating connector and receptor edges) to minimize the number of different panels required for producing a complete structure.

Abstract: The present invention is a metal memorial marker and a method of making the same. The invented marker is made of metal, preferably ⅛″ to ½″ thick, preferably with steel-chromium alloys, such as stainless steel, or a non-ferrous metals, such as aluminum, brass, bronze, or copper. The present invention is created by taking a plate of the metal and making markings upon one of the surfaces of the plate, said markings denoting a decoration. A computer could be used to guide the cutting equipment by following a preprogrammed template, and as such markings upon one of the surfaces of the plate would not necessarily be necessary. A plasma cutting torch, laser torch or other cutting equipment is then used to make cuts along the markings made on the surface of the plate. Cutting the plate in such a manner results in the creation of openings through the plate, said openings when viewed together forming a decorative pattern.

Abstract: An improved stair tread for use in both residential and commercial construction directly beneath carpet and padding material is disclosed. The improved stair tread is fabricated from an engineered wood product such as Oriented Strand Board made of wood strips in a four layer process. Each surface layer is oriented perpendicular to the core layers and bonded with phenolic resin or other similar binding agents under intense heat and pressure to achieve the strength and performance criteria required for stair treads. The improved stair tread is machined from one inch thick structural panels using standard woodworking tools and has excellent workability. The finished stair tread is provided with a rounded, forward edge and a riser groove extending along its entire length. The improved stair tread provides a cost effective alternative to traditional solid wood stair treads.

Abstract: A snap fitted dual frame window assembly provides for convenient installation of a window in a basement foundation of a residential home. An outer frame is used as a form or spacer for the window during pouring of a concrete foundation wall and has a sloping recessed guiding wall to accommodate an inner vinyl frame. Vinyl frame clips are attached to the inside of the outer frame to secure the inner vinyl frame. The inner vinyl frame includes a channel section which can be forced over the frame clips and then is held, in a snap fit, by the frame clips. One arm of a hinged window sash is mounted on the inner frame and the other is mounted on a window frame. The inner frame can be easily removed from the outer frame and re-installed in different orientations.

Abstract: Disclosed is an otherwise conventional wood molding that has a keyhole slot milled along its length on the mounting side thereof. Special mounting plates are attached to the wall via nails or other fasteners and include a specially designed key protrusion that mate with the keyhole slot. Inserting the key into the keyhole slot, the molding can be attached to and removed from the wall quickly, easily and repetitively without damaging either the molding or the wall.

Abstract: A partition system includes having a [covered] face and a horizontal frame member. A C-shaped structured channel is attached to the horizontal frame member outboard of the [covered] face. The channel extends horizontally and includes top and bottom parallel flanges that attach to the horizontal frame member and that define a horizontal wireway adjacent to the horizontal frame member. Apertures are formed in the top and bottom flanges for routing utilities into the wireway from above or below. Wiring routed through the apertures can be protected by sleeves. A shelf or worksurface is supported in cantilevers on the channel. A flexible is attached over the channel. Vertical blade supports for shelves can also be supported on the partition with vertically spaced rear brackets attached to the partition.

Abstract: A ceiling system for attachment to an existing ceiling. The system comprises a plurality of laths, each lath mounted to an existing ceiling, wherein each lath is provided with at least a first slot and a second slot, the second slot parallel to the first slot; a cloth stretched between the laths, wherein the cloth is detachably fixed in the first slot by a strip clamped down therein, and a cover mould having a rib, the rib detachably clamped down in the second slot, the cover mould extending beyond the strip positioned in the first slot.

Abstract: A partition system includes a first partition having a face and a horizontal row of slots accessible through the face, and a second partition having an abutting end adapted to be positioned adjacent the face. The first partition includes a frame and covers on the frame that define a horizontally extending gap for accessing the slots. A connector for interconnecting the abutting end to the face includes a one-piece U-shaped clip having a pair of legs forming a first end with opposing hooks configured to securely horizontally engage the slots in the face, and having an intermediate section forming a second end configured to securely engage the abutting end. The intermediate section is resilient such that the legs can be flexed together to an install position for insertion into a selected slot and can be flexed apart to a retaining position where the hooks are positioned to securely engage the selected slot in the first partition.

Abstract: A metal shingle including a main body having a top, bottom, left and right peripheral edges and a front and a back surface. The top edge defines a top flange bent over the front surface, and bottom edge defines a bottom flange bent over the back surface. The left edge is a straight edge, and the right edge is a lock-formed shape defining a channel. The metal shingle is attached to the underlying roof sheathing material either through a nailing flange or by a clip attached to the top flange. The metal shingle can be part of a shingle system. The metal shingle is relatively small in exposed area and easily interconnected with adjacent metal shingles.