Abstract: A mouth protector assembly comprising a grid-like mouth protector, defined by a top bar contoured to engage the area above the upper lip and below the nose of a user, a series of spaced bars depending from the upper bar and a pad which underlies the chin of a user, a strap system for supporting the grid over the mouth including straps connected to the grid and encircling the head to support the grid over the mouth of the user.

Abstract: Combination one-piece hand/forearm paddings and shin/foot paddings are disclosed, preferably, for use during martial arts events. The one-piece construction provides for a greater area of protection, and prevents the forearm and shin portions of the paddings from sliding up or down the wearer's arms and legs, respectively.

Abstract: A necktie includes a single-piece tie defining a display area and a knot area with the display area having a given pattern and the knot area having a pattern different from the given pattern. The one-piece tie can be woven or printed to produce the patterns. The tie can have a single-piece display-knot portion and a single-piece tail portion to be joined together. The tail portion can have a pattern, preferably, the same as the given pattern. A method of constructing a necktie includes cutting a tie from a single-piece of fabric having a given pattern at a display area and a pattern different from the given pattern at a knot area. The tie is folded lengthwise and is connected together at long edges. The edge-connected tie is turned inside out. Also, a single-piece display-knot portion can define the display and knot areas with the display-knot portion joined to a tail portion also preferably cut from a single-piece of fabric.

Abstract: A work glove is provided having an enclosure, such as a pocket, pouch or like structure disposed on an interior or exterior surface of the glove body. One or more magnets are retained within the pocket for attracting and retaining work components against an exterior surface of the backside of the glove for convenient access during a construction or assembly operation.

Abstract: Protective helmet (1) including a main outer shell with a generally vertical plane of symmetry (P) on which an accessory, such as a clear or tinted visor or a support structure (8) for optronic equipment such as a night-vision device (9), can be fixed, characterized in that it includes connecting and locking means enabling the user to fix one or the other of the accessories to said helmet.

Abstract: A visor protector prevents a visor secured to a helmet from being scratched when not in use such as during transportation thereof. The protector includes a protective member that essentially covers at least the external surface of the visor. The protective cover is biased in pressuring configuration against the visor by stretchable straps secured to the protective member and releasably attaching to the helmet in stretched configuration. Preferably, the protective member includes an internal shell to simultaneously cover the internal surface of the visor and to form a transversal V-shaped cross-section of the protective member for slidably receiving the visor therein.

Abstract: A goggles with removable lenses comprising a pair of soft lens rim each with a lens, a cushion in sucker format is formed with the soft lens rim into one body. The lens is flat with thickness less than 5 mm, on the circumference of the lens has a fixing ring in stair shape for holding, a fixing mechanism is on the fixing ring near bridge. Two soft lens rims are tied together with a bridge, the soft lens rims and the bridge are formed into one body with soft plastic. A groove in stair shape for the fixing ring and a hole for the fixing mechanism are inside the soft lens rim for a lens.

Abstract: An odor removing toilet seat system 10 includes a toilet seat with an airflow chamber. The airflow chamber has a plurality of apertures. The blower assembly is connected to the airflow chamber by an intake tube. The blower assembly withdraws air from the airflow chamber. The withdrawal of air from the airflow chamber creates a vacuum within the airflow chamber. The vacuum draws exterior air from a toilet bowl into the airflow chamber. The plurality of apertures travel from the airflow chamber to the exterior air in the toilet bowl. The exterior air is drawn from the toilet bowl through the plurality of apertures and into the airflow chamber.

Abstract: A liquid dispensing unit for a toilet bowl comprises a first container containing a first, liquid formulation, a second container containing a second formulation, which may be a solid tablet. The liquid from container flows onto a delivery surface from where it is washed into the toilet bowl by the flush water. Some flush water also washes over the second formulation to take components into solution and deliver them into the toilet bowl through aperture. The constituents of the two formulations are thus kept separate until they enter the toilet bowl. The second formulation may also be a liquid.

Abstract: A flush valve system is constructed of a single housing having at least two inlets fluidly connecting a single outlet. Preferably, the system includes a flush handle assembly having at least two handles mechanically connected to and at least two linkages. Both linkages pass through a sleeve assembly, which mounts in the standard mount hole provided on conventional gravity flush toilet tanks to provide effective control for the dual inlet flush valve. The inlets are sealed with a primary and a secondary flapper valve that are preferably connected by a chain or other link to the at least two linkages. This system permits the user to conserve water by selective flushing of a large or small volume of water.

Abstract: A sound transmission assembly and illumination system for a tub, spa, pool, bath, or shower includes an electronic audio speaker or sound wave-guide. When the sound wave-guide is used, a source of sound waves, a sound wave distributor, and one or more sound wave guides transmit the sound waves to one or more speaker-like orifices in the spa housing or head rest. The wave guides are typically conduits through which sound waves can be transmitted. The orifices typically include some form of perforated cover and may include means for providing sound attenuation. In one embodiment, the sound waves are transmitted to two speaker-like orifices in a head rest such that a stereo sound system is provided for the bather. The head rest may include one or more light-transferring resilient inserts and a light source which illuminates the inserts, for example, a LED-type light source. Also, the speakers, insert, and light source may be incorporated into a single assembly adapted for mounting beneath a head rest of a spa.

Abstract: A floor drain assembly includes a barrel assembly having a radially outwardly flared drain area surrounded by an outer ledge for supporting the outer periphery of a grate covering the drain area. Radially inwardly of the ledge are a plurality of supports integral with the barrel assembly and/or grate for providing additional support for the span of the grate.

Abstract: A device is provided for controlling the feed of mixed cold and hot water and the temperature of the mixed water in a sanitary installation, in particular for controlling the filling of a sanitary tub. The device comprises a mixing valve located in the water feed line, and an electronic controlling device associated with the mixing valve. The electronic controlling device comprises interfaces for connecting at least one data input and output device, a temperature sensor and a system for detecting the filling level in the tub. The mixing valve comprises a valve block containing separate inlets for cold and hot water, and a channel for mixed water with a mixed-water outlet, and valve chambers for rotary valves with rotating valve bodies. Two rotary valve drives connected to the controlling device are secured on the outer side of the valve block.

Abstract: Convertible furniture unit has a base and a bed platform connected to the base for displacement about a first axis from a stowed position to a use position. The platform is adapted to support a mattress. A table panel is pivotally mounted to the platform for displacement about a second axis between a support and a use position. An extension is pivotally connected to the table panel for rotation of the extension between an upper position for propping the panel in its working position, and a lower position. The extension pivots on a spreader fixed to the base. The spreader also contains a spring and optional linear actuator for controlling displacement of the platform.

Abstract: The present invention provides a support belt for use with a patient lift system. The support belt includes a longitudinal encasement with a first end and a second end, and an internal compartment. The support belt also includes a structural rib extending from the first end to the second end, and an interconnection portion disposed at both the first end and second end. A ring is attached to each interconnection portion to face litate of patient lift system, attaching the support belt to the patient lift system. A lift system assembly is also provided for selective use with a patient lift device, including a support belt and a support strap to support a patient during transport. A support strap provides includes an encasement, with a plurality of retainers on the exterior of the encasement. An attachment strap is attached to the encasement through the retainers. The attachment strap has a first end and a second end with rings attached to each end. The rings can attach to a rigid structure to secure a patient.

Abstract: A mattress support system for a bed, comprising a base section, a wire support section, and an upper section. The upper section has one or more substantially rigid edge frame members incorporated therein for increased mattress edge support. The edge frame members may further comprise extensions of the upper section, such that the upper section is wider and/or longer than the base section, so that the mattress support system may be supported by a frame which corresponds to the size of the base section, while fully supporting a mattress which corresponds to the larger size of the upper section.

Abstract: A patient support apparatus comprises a base frame (10) supporting lifting arms (15) on either side. The lifting arm (15) at on end of the base frame (10) is connected by a pivoting and sliding joint (8) and the lifting arm (15) at the other end by a pivoting joint (7). The lifting arms (15) support an upper frame (20), via pivoting and sliding joints (16). Stabilizing links (5, 6) are connected to the middle of each lifting arm and to the upper frame. Linear actuators (30, 31) act on the top ends (16) of the lifting arms (15) to raise, lower or tilt the upper frame (20). The mechanism achieves an exceptionally low minimum height whilst still maintaining hoist clearance under the base frame (10). The upper frame (20) may be moved to a variety of working heights and achieves high angles of Trendelenburg tilts.

Abstract: A pressure adjustable foam support apparatus includes a resilient, air pressure adjustable, self-inflating foam core. A flexible, airtight cover encloses the core. One or more air passageways are formed through the covering in pneumatic communication with the foam core. Each passageway carries a valve for alternately permitting and blocking passage into and out of the core through the passageway. The valve is opened to exhaust air from and at least partially collapse the core and to allow a core that is at least partially collapsed to draw in air through the passageway and expand. The valve is closed to maintain a selected air pressure within the core whereby corresponding levels of density and firmness (IFD) are exhibited by the core. At least one level of density and firmness provides the core with a viscoelastic or latex foam feel hence greatly reducing pressure points and increasing comfort.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fluid filled support comprising a plurality of chambers in fluid communication with each other at least one fluid conduit interconnecting at least two of the plurality of chambers together. There is also at least one connection head coupled to the at least one fluid conduit. There is also at least one portable pump which is connectable to the connection head. This portable pump is for inserting additional fluid into the fluid conduit wherein the fluid then flows into the plurality of chambers. There is also a portable pressure relief device which is connectable to the connection head. This device comprises a pressure gauge for determining a pressure of fluid inside the fluid filled support. The pressure gauge also includes an adjustable pressure relief valve which is adjustable to relieve fluid from the support wherein the at least one portable pump and the at least one portable pressure relief device are used to adjust pressure in the system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a disposable mattress cover assembly for the formation of a protective cover capable of completely encasing a mattress. The disposable mattress cover assembly comprises a first and a second layer that are combined together by means of cooperating joining means in order to form the protective mattress cover. The disposable mattress cover assembly of the present invention can find a variety of applications wherein moisture vapour permeability combined with liquid imperviousness are desirable, combined with easy of use.

Abstract: A combination can opener and organizer includes a container with at least front and two side surfaces, a can opener assembly disposed at or near the front surface of the container and adapted to open a can, and a utensil holder disposed on one of the side surfaces and adapted to hold a utensil. The combination can opener and organizer also can include a cavity disposed within the container and open at the top for defining a storage compartment for one or more tools.

Abstract: A method of treating articles having a textile surface (such as broadloom carpets or carpet tiles) with a stainblocker composition is disclosed.

Abstract: A lyocell nonwoven fabric having fibers characterized by pebbled surfaces and variable cross sections and diameters along the fibers and from fiber to fiber, is disclosed. The lyocell nonwoven fabric is produced by centrifugal spinning, melt blowing or spunbonding. The lyocell nonwoven fabric has fibers that can be made in the microdenier range with average weights as low as one denier or less. The lyocell nonwoven fabric has fibers with low gloss, a reduced tendency to fibrillate and have enhanced dye receptivity.

Abstract: A treatment method for a wooden material can significantly suppress changes in color of the wooden material caused by exposure to light or heat. The treatment method includes steps of subjecting a wooden material to the bleaching treatment and to an acetylating treatment.

Abstract: Primary intermediates for hair coloring compositions for oxidative dyeing of hair are compounds of the formula (1): 1

Abstract: A dyeing method for dyeing a plastic lens, a plastic lens obtained by use of the dyeing method, and a dyeing system, a dyeing device, and a dyeing jig for a plastic lens are disclosed. The method includes a producing step of producing a print base body on which a print area is printed with a sublimatable dye by a printer under control of a computer, the printer being previously supplied with the dye; a placing step of placing the print base body and a lens to be dyed so that the print area on the base body is brought into nearly close contact with a lens surface to be dyed; and a transferring step of heating at least the print base body to sublimate the sublimatable dye of the print area, thereby transferring the dye to the lens surface to be dyed.

Abstract: A method for forming a dye sublimation image in a substrate with a dye carrier having an image formed thereon of a sublimatic dyestuff is provided. The image of the dye carrier is placed against a first surface of the substrate. The substrate and dye carrier are conveyed along a path with a first part and a second part. A continuous pressure is provided against the first surface of the substrate in the first part and second part of the path and therebetween. The dye carrier is heated to a sublimation temperature in the first part of the path. The dye carrier is then cooled to a depressure temperature in the second part of the path.

Abstract: A dock leveler having a frame and a deck pivotably mounted at one end thereof to the frame. A lip is pivotably mounted to the deck at another end thereof. A lip latch and lip extension mechanism are mounted to the leveler and comprises a lip latch pivotably connected to the deck by a crank mechanism and a latch bar pivotably connected to the crank mechanism. The latch bar has one end selectively engaging a latch bracket mounted to the deck. A bar is connected at one end to the crank mechanism and another end is operably connected to the lip. A first spring is operably connected to the crank mechanism and the frame. A second spring is operably connected to the bar and the frame. A third spring operably couples another end of the latch bar to the second spring.

Abstract: A floor cleaning machine with a rotating brush and a rotating drum is disclosed. The floor cleaning machine also includes a stripping device adapted to lift from the rotating drum a water film containing dirt picked up from the floor. The soiled water film can be transferred to a wastewater container.

Abstract: A paint pad holder has a pad holder plate with a housing for mounting a handle on the plate. The housing has a guide recess for receiving a head of the handle, and for pivotally mounting the handle for movement about an axis generally parallel to the plane of the pad holder plate. The handle can be pivoted a selected number of degrees relative to the plate, and includes a lock sleeve that can be used for locking the handle in selected angular positions relative to the plate.

Abstract: A paint brush assembly is provided that has a handle subassembly that is detachably engageable with a paint applicator subassembly, such as a bristle pack. The rear portion of the paint applicator assembly is provided with a handle connector and the forward end portion of the handle subassembly is provided with a tool connector. The handle connector is detachably associated with the tool connector by slidably inserting the handle connector into the tool connector. During the inserting, end portions of each one of a pair of resilient arms in the handle connector become reversibly engaged and interlocked with a different window provided in the tool connector. Manual depression of the handle connector's exposed arm end portions in the windows releases the arms from engagement with the tool connector windows, and permits slidable separation of the handle connector from the tool connector.

Abstract: A descaling brush has a handle; a plurality of bristles formed on the handle; and fine particles fixed at distal ends of the bristles. The fine particles are made of high hardness and rigidity material such as diamond, CBN, Aluminum Oxide, or Silicon carbide.

Abstract: A thermoplastic polymer monofilament oriented from 3.0-6.0 times its original length having a diameter of 125-600 microns and containing 0.2-5.0% by weight, based on the weight of the monofilament, of glitter particles or film particles having a particle size of 50-400 microns in its longest diameter, a thickness of 2-50 microns and having a diameter to thickness ratio of at least 2 to 1 and wherein the longest diameter of the particle is not greater than 80% of the diameter of the monofilament and that provide the monofilament with an attractive appearance. A core sheath monofilament is also part of this invention wherein the core is a thermoplastic polymer monofilament having a sheath of the same or different thermoplastic polymer containing the above described particles. These monofilaments are particularly useful in toothbrushes and cosmetic brushes.

Abstract: There is disclosed a cleaning article (1) including a brush portion (26). The brush portion (26) has plurality of strips (12, 17) and at least one layer of a fiber bundle (3, 4, 6).

Abstract: A paint roller frame with a 31 degree fixed forward angle with a 360 degree loop in the center of the angle that allow the user to directly apply paint materials to any surface with less effort and more control.

Abstract: A wiper blade (10) for windows, in particular of motor vehicles, is proposed that is equipped with a long, rubber-elastic wiper strip (14) that can be placed against the window (22), that is situated parallel to the longitudinal axis on a long, spring-elastic carrier element (12) to which a component (16) belonging to a device for attaching the wiper blade (10) to a driven wiper arm (18) is directly connected, whereby the carrier element (12) has springs (28, 30) designed in the shape of a strap lying in front of the window (22) in a plane that is basically parallel to the window, the bottom surfaces of the strap (13) of which face the window, the inner, adjacent longitudinal edges (32) of which have a distance between them and plunge individually into longitudinal grooves (54, 56) assigned to each longitudinal edge and open toward the longitudinal side of the wiper strip, and that are connected to each other by way of at least two transverse ribs (36) situated in the longitudinal direction with distance betw

Abstract: The invention relates to a wiper blade for cleaning panes, especially for cleaning the panes of a motor vehicle. The inventive wiper blade (10) comprises an elongated, rubber-elastic wiper strip (14) that is placed against the pane (22) and that is mounted on an elongated elastic support element (12) so that its longitudinal axis is parallel thereto, a device (16) for connecting the wiper blade to a driven wiper arm (18) being directly linked with said support element. The support element (12) comprises two strip-like spring bars (28, 30) that are disposed in a plane in front of the pane and substantially parallel thereto. The lower strip surfaces (13) of the spring bars face the pane, and the adjacent inner longitudinal edges (48) thereof, at a distance (34) to one another, dip into a longitudinal groove (54, 56 or 106) that is associated with every longitudinal edge and that is open towards the longitudinal face of the wiper strip (14).

Abstract: The present invention provides a strap, preferably made of pliant leather, with a method of easily and securely attaching its two ends together such that it forms a loop around the hub of a bicycle wheel. As the bicycle wheel spins, the loop naturally moves about on the hub and removes oil and dirt from the hub. The strap includes a pattern of cuts along its two long edges and has a rough inner surface to assist in cleaning and includes an optically reflective outer surface for rider safety. The size of the strap is approximately 16 cm long by 1.4 cm wide by 1 mm thick so that it is large enough to freely spin on the hub yet not too large as to strike the spokes and create unwanted noise. The method of attaching its two ends comprise one or more holes at one end of the strap and an arrowhead with one or more pairs of notches at the other end of the strap. In connecting different notches and holes together, different sized loops may be formed.

Abstract: A method of more effectively disinfecting a surfaces by application of a disinfectant foam that remains in contact with the surface. The invention also includes a portable cleaning machine that provides on-the-go generation of a disinfectant foam that can be applied to a surface so that the foam clings to the surface for an extended period of time sufficient to disinfect the surface. Once the surface is disinfected the machine includes equipment for rinsing the surfaces and vacuuming away any remaining residue.

Abstract: An air impeller or circumferential fan includes one or more fan blades disposed between first and second plates. The first plate is tapered with respect to the second plate and includes an orifice that allows air to flow through the first plate and past the fan blades. The first plate also includes a circumferential ridge located away from the orifice which provides for more consistent construction of the first plate and, therefore, cheaper manufacturing of the air impeller.

Abstract: A riding floor scrubber (10) is disclosed having a relatively narrow cleaning width for passing through relatively narrow passages such as conventional doorways. The riding floor scrubber (10) includes a recovery tank (16) that is vertically and laterally arranged and removably attached to the back of a clean solution tank (14). The clean solution tank (14) includes spaced parallel side portions (26, 28) and the recovery tank (16) extends between the rear ends of the side portions (26, 28). The recovery tank (16) is secured by first and second brackets (42) that extend into recesses (44) on the clean solution tank (14), with the bottom of the recovery tank (16) including a lip portion (46) resting on a metal plate (20) of a chassis (18), with a battery pack (52) being supported on the plate (20) between the side portions (26, 28) of the clean solution tank (14).

Abstract: Disclosed is an improved vacuum cleaner nozzle. The vacuum cleaner nozzle comprises two concentric tubes which guide fluid flow into toroidal vortex. The fluid flow creates a low pressure region such that dust, dirt, and a variety of other objects may be sucked up. The nozzle is designed to be used in conjunction with a vacuum cleaning system. The entire system is closed such that airflow is contained. Thus, the vacuum cleaner system is highly efficient and prevents dust from escaping into the atmosphere. Additionally, the toroidal vortex nozzle may be fitted with an additional sleeve to allow the nozzle to be placed against surfaces without impeding fluid flow. Furthermore, by venting the nozzle, undesired pluming in front of the nozzle can be prevented.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner includes working elements of cleaner, that is, a blower and a dust collection unit disposed in a nozzle section of which casing is composed of an upper unit and a lower unit, and having a handle coupled to the nozzle section. At least one of the working elements is supported by the upper unit and a support unit provided in the lower unit or by the lower unit and a support unit provided in the upper unit. Therefore, the cleaner can be repaired without having all screws removed, thus repaired conveniently.

Abstract: A water circulation cleaner capable of easily removing contaminants on a cleaning object, includes a main case, a suction head combined to the lower side of the main case, having a suction port to suck foreign materials and fluid existing on a cleaning object surface, an impeller assembly installed at one side of the main case, for generating suction force, a filter means positioned in the suction passage between the suction head and the impeller assembly, for separating foreign materials contained in suction fluid, a cleaning water tank connected to the discharging port of the impeller assembly in the main case, for storing cleaning water inside and an injection nozzle positioned in the suction head, for injecting the cleaning water supplied from the cleaning water tank to the cleaning object surface.

Abstract: The invention is a cleaning tool housing assembly and a replaceable cleaning assembly. The manifold, in combination with a fluid intake element, also delivers fluid (under pressure through holes in the manifold located in a longitudinal channel) to a sponge. Two spaced apart fluid barriers are longitudinally disposed in the sponge. As fluid is introduced into the center of the sponge, between the fluid barriers, the fluid travels toward the opposite surface of the sponge. The fluid is prevented from traveling laterally due to the fluid barriers. As vacuum pressure, negative pressure, is exerted on the outer portions of the sponge (on each side of the fluid barriers), fluid is pulled back through the sponge, through the manifold and through the nozzles into the hollow housing body.

Abstract: The invention pertains to the repair or manufacture of the sliding mechanism of horizontally/laterally sliding glass doors and windows that are permanently built into a residential or commercial building. Instead of the door/window riding on a metal track using a roller mechanism on a metal rail during the opening and closing process, the door/window rides on strips of either the same or different types of polymer, such as a high density polyethelyne plastic, for the same process. Where one strip is adhered to the current tracking system of the door/window and another adhered to the actual door/window. The polymers take the weight of the door/window and slide across each other using the polymers as the main sliding mechanism instead of the rail and roller mechanisms as currently supplied by most manufacturers.

Abstract: Door stop for vehicles comprising:

Abstract: A door handle for vehicles includes a connecting member adapted to act on a lock when the handle is actuated, and a crash locking unit for the connecting member, wherein the crash locking means is normally inactive. A crash sensor configured to react to inertia forces is connected to the crash locking unit so as to activate the crash locking unit in the event of a crash, so that the crash locking unit blocks the connecting member in the event of a crash and the inertia forces which act to actuate the handle or not transmitted to the lock. The connecting member includes a drive member movable together with the connecting member, and the drive member is mounted in a liquid medium so as to be moved in this medium when the connecting member is moved. The viscosity of the medium changes in dependence on an electrical field acting in the medium, wherein the crash sensor is configured to control the electrical field prevailing in the medium.

Abstract: A coated grit seal for forming a joint between overlapping strap ends includes a layer of grit particle material disposed on an inner surface of the seal and at least one layer of a coating applied over the grit particle material. The coating prevents loosening of the grit. A method for preventing the loosening of the grit particle material includes applying at least one layer of a coating over the grit particle material.

Abstract: A flexible tie comprises a flexible strap having a head portion and an opposing end portion. The head portion of the strap includes first and second slots. A dual-loop restraining device is formed using two straps by inserting the end portion of each strap through the first and second slots in the other strap. In use, the loops are tightened around a prisoner's arms or legs to restrain the prisoner's movement.