Abstract: A height adjustable desk including a desktop which engages with a pair of base supports by a pair of X-shaped frames and is adjustable between a fully raised position and a fully lowered position. The pair of X-shaped frames each has a first arm and a second arm. The pair of base supports each has a first biasing member which is configured to bias the corresponding second arm upwards to move the desktop towards the fully raised position, and a second biasing member which is configured to bias the corresponding first arm upwards to move the desktop towards the fully raised position. A pair of height adjustment members is provided on an underside of the desktop, each of which includes a handle, a guiding member, a connecting piece connected to the handle via a linkage mechanism and a biasing member.

Abstract: An integral system for stabilizing a long table on an uneven surface. One version includes two spaced supports with each of the supports comprising a vertical member. One horizontal platform attaches to an upper portion of one of the supports and an underside of the table top and a second horizontal platform affixed to a post and attached to the underside of the table top. The post is insertable into the vertical member of the other support and movably joined at a first end thereto such that the post may move side-to-side, in a rocking manner relative to the vertical member stabilizing the table. Another version includes a table having two spaced supports each with a horizontal member and a stabilizing member configured to slip over one horizontal member and movably connect thereto. When attached, the stabilizing member may rock about the connection point with the horizontal member.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a lifting platform with a sliding keyboard holder, which comprises: a table plate (1), a base (3) and a supporting leg (2) connected with the table plate (1) and the base (3), and a keyboard holder (4) connected to the table plate (1); the keyboard holder (4) is slidably connected to the table plate (1) in the vertical direction and is locked by a locking device; the keyboard holder (4) can slide in the vertical direction to the position below the working table surface where the lifting platform is placed. With the above structure, the keyboard holder can be locked at any height at any time to meet the ergonomic requirements of different users, and the operation is simple, convenient and flexible.

Abstract: A deformable assembling rack includes: two vertical posts having one lateral surface thereof formed with a concave slot, and plural connection rod sets connected between the vertical posts and respectively having a first connection rod and a second connection rod, wherein the first and the second connection rods are respectively formed with a first end pivoted in the concave slots, and respectively formed with a second end disposed with a pivotal part for the purpose of pivoting, the first connection rod and the second connection rods can be displaced towards a preset direction to a folded location for being adjacent to inner wall surfaces of the vertical posts, or to be displaced to an unfolded location for being perpendicular to the inner wall surfaces of the vertical posts, thereby being able to be folded for forming as a rod body or unfolded for being in an operating status.

Abstract: A rack has a frame and a plurality of shelves. Each shelf has an enclosing frame member that has two first sides connected by two second sides, a connecting bar that connects the first sides at about the center of the first sides, a plurality of slots provided on the inner surfaces of the second sides, and a plurality of slats, each slat having opposing ends that are fitted into opposing slots at the second sides, and with each slat being connected to the connecting bar. At least one connector is provided for removably connecting each shelf to a portion of the frame.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a suspension system (1) comprising first and second support elements (3), configured to be vertically arranged, and first and second brackets (5), which are attached to a respective one of the support elements in a cantilevered fashion. The system further includes a frame (7, 27), with side portions (27) that are attached to a respective one of the brackets by means of fastening arrangements, such that the frame with a container attached thereto becomes slidable as a drawer.

Abstract: A shelving system includes a support post having a mounting surface and a plurality of vertically spaced retention members extending from the mounting surface. A shelf includes a bracket member configured for coupling to a first of the vertically spaced retention members. A support bracket includes an attachment portion configured for coupling to a second of the vertically spaced retention members adjacent the first vertically spaced retention member and a support portion configured for coupling to the bracket member.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a book support and an attachment device that can be used to attach a book support to a shelf. A base plate is provided which rests on a shelf, and an upright extends from the shelf. Tongues are provided at each end of the base plate which are capable of clamping the shelf. The tongues extend from the base plate at an acute angle to the base plate, such that folding the tongues out to a direction perpendicular to the base plate makes the tongues urge inwards. The tongues may have a proximal portion and a distal portion wherein the distal portion is directed at an even more acute angle to the base plate. The attachment device can be attached to shelf boards having relatively wide manufacturing tolerances in terms of thickness.

Abstract: The furniture leg attachment is an apparatus that is used to stabilize an uneven chair, table, or other piece of furniture. The apparatus is also configured to prevent sliding on rough or uneven surfaces, such as may be encountered during outdoor furniture use. The apparatus comprises a leg-receiving tube, a foot, a ball-and-socket joint, an incremental height-adjustment mechanism, and a plurality of ground-gripping protrusions. The leg-receiving tube connects to the foot by the ball-and-socket joint, which allows the foot to rotate and adjust relative to the surface that the table or chair is positioned upon. The incremental height-adjustment mechanism is part of the leg-receiving tube that allows the user to modify the height of the foot and the table or chair leg above the ground. The plurality of ground-gripping protrusions extends from the foot to grasp the surface that the present invention is upon.

Abstract: A server rack includes supports connected to a bottom base, and at least one shelf connected between at least two of the supports. Adjustable feet engaging the bottom base are disposed proximate a corresponding generally corner region of the bottom base. Jack bodies protruding upwardly from the bottom base are disposed proximate the corresponding generally corner region of the bottom base.

Abstract: An aluminum alloy cabinet board is revealed. A plurality of cabinet boards can be assembled into a cabinet assembly. The cabinet board includes a central plate, two lateral base plates and a plurality of cover plates. A hollow part is penetrating through the lateral base plate and a reinforcement tube is mounted into the hollow part. A plurality of pressing bolts is passed through the central plate and the two lateral base plates for fastening and positioning firmly. Thereby the structural strength of the whole cabinet board is improved. The design of the cabinet board also prevents insects from getting therein so that the cabinet board is insect resistant.

Abstract: A collapsible and portable rocking chair includes left and right frame side assemblies collectively defining forward and rear leg members, armrests, seat support members and back support members. The chair also includes transverse connectors connecting the left and right frame said assemblies and supporting the chair in its set-up condition. The connectors are pivotally connected to one another as well as to the left and right frame side assemblies to facilitate folding of the chair frame to a collapsed and bundled condition where all the frame members are pivoted and/or slid relative to one another to a generally parallel condition. Each frame side assembly is supported on a fulcrum point for rocking movement of the chair frame. A rocker mechanism is attached to the chair frame to support the chair during rocking movement and to facilitate rocking of the chair in connection with the user's shifting weight.

Abstract: An inflatable furniture system having an inflatable core, a decorative cover, a first attachment mechanism and a second attachment mechanism. The inflatable core has a sealed enclosed region. The decorative cover at least partially covers the inflatable core. The first attachment mechanism is attached to one of the inflatable core and the decorative cover. The second attachment mechanism is attached to one of the inflatable core and the decorative cover to which the first attachment mechanism is not attached. The first attachment mechanism is capable of engaging the second attachment mechanism to retain the decorative cover in a position with respect to the inflatable core.

Abstract: Provided is a dual motion recline mechanism for a seating assembling and seating assembly including the same. The seating assembly provides a user with the ability to both tilt the seat member so as to save space and the comfort of a back member capable of reclining. The recline mechanism includes a seat frame carrier assembly, a seat pivot pin, a seat carrier chassis plate, a rear pivot link, a chassis mounting plate, a back frame assembly, and a linear actuator connected by various pivotal, sliding or fixed connections. The linear actuator is remotely situated including for example behind the back frame assembly or under an arm rest. Optional elements include a seat front guide block, a seat front guide rod, back frame guide block and a back guide pin. The seating assembly may be a theater seat. The seating assembly may be mounted on a flat or sloped surface.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a back support including armpit support parts. The back support including armpit support parts includes: a main body having horizontal accommodation grooves and vertical accommodation grooves; and armpit support parts positioned at the main body to support the armpits of a user and accommodated in the horizontal accommodation grooves, wherein each armpit support part includes: a base load installed at the main body; and an armpit support connected to the base load to support the armpits of a user, the armpit support parts vertically rotate with respect to the main body, and the base loads horizontally rotate with respect to the main body, and thus the armpit support parts are accommodated in the horizontal accommodation grooves.

Abstract: A traveler's personal arm rest device comprises a chest portion and a pair of shoulder straps configured to supportively maintain the chest portion against the anterior side of a wearer's torso. In an embodiment, the chest portion may be securely folded to define a tubular cavity sized to accommodate all of the wearer's arms therein so that such arms may be maintained and comfortably supported by way of the straps in a resting position that is in line with his or her own body. The disclosure may provide a wearer with increased comfort while seated in cramped modes of public transportation and further prevent passive aggressive and even assertive arguments with neighbors regarding available arm resting spaces. Elements enabling compact self-stowage when not in use, providing ergonomic support when worn, and permitting storage of personal belongings therein are also provided.

Abstract: Furniture that is convertible between a seat position and a bed position is described. The furniture includes a first bed section with a first platform supporting a first cushion, and a second bed section with a second platform, a second cushion, and a partition disposed between the second platform and the second cushion. The first platform is configured to pivot relative to the second platform. The first cushion is thicker than the second cushion. When the furniture is in the bed position, a top surface of the first cushion is substantially coplanar with a top surface of the second cushion and the partition is spaced from the second platform by a first distance. In the seat position of the furniture, the distance between the partition and the second platform is less than the first distance.

Abstract: The invention relates to a furniture device configured to receive the weight of a being, said furniture device having a holding arrangement and at least one section. The section comprises a base, a movable plate element, a moving mechanism and at least one elastic device. The plate element is configured to interact with the at least one elastic device and to be moved by the moving mechanism in respect to the base in order to adjust the firmness of the at least one elastic device. The elastic device comprises a pocket made of a fabric, and an elastic member, the elastic member is arranged within said pocket, the pocket is attached to adjacent pockets whereby the attachment is formed so that adjacent elastic devices may move independently from one another along a distance (A), as measured from a free end of the elastic device and in a direction perpendicular to the plate member.

Abstract: A spring element (1) having a pair of sleeves formed of two sleeves (5, 7) is disclosed. Each sleeve (5, 7) of the pair of sleeves is formed of a closed band. The two oppositely disposed sleeves (5, 7) are connected to each other by a connecting piece (9) at one point of their circumference, respectively. On each sleeve (5, 7), a projection (11a, 11b) directed towards the opposite sleeve (7, 5) is provided, spaced apart from the connecting piece (9). In this way, a receiving space (13) defined by the connecting piece (9) and the projections (11a, 11b) is formed between the sleeves (5, 7). A spring comprises a rod-shaped central bar (21) and such a spring element (1). The spring element (1) is slid onto the central bar (21) such that a portion of the central bar (21) is held in the receiving space (13) of the spring element (1) and can be removed without damage from the receiving space (13) of the spring element (1).

Abstract: Selectable control valves and mattress systems incorporating the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, an inflatable mattress system includes a pump, a selectable control valve in fluid communication with the pump, and a mattress pad having a plurality of inflatable chambers that are in fluid communication with the selectable control valve. The selectable control valve includes a valve case having an inlet port and a plurality of supply ports, a stepper motor having a motor body that is coupled to the valve case, a rotating plate having a passage and coupled to the stepper motor, and a plurality of seal cartridges positioned within the valve case. The seal cartridges each include an engagement spring and a compliant seal, where the engagement spring maintains a load on the compliant seal such that the compliant seal forms a fluid tight seal with the rotating plate.

Abstract: A move and discover chair helps teachers transition to new education paradigm where children “move” and “discover” education with the teacher positioned in the midst of the children to encourage them in the excitement of learning. The chair stimulates the ability to focus on learning and to be more effective in one's work by allowing some level of movement, balance, fidgeting, and engagement with the background environment. The chair includes a concave end cap with a first side edge and an external concave surface, a convex end cap with a second side edge and an external convex surface, and a center section fixedly positioned between the concave end cap and the convex end cap and with an outer surface that is substantially straight in a directions between the concave end cap and the convex end cap.

Abstract: An organization system is used to store bagged food products in a temperature controlled environment. The organization system includes opposed side walls. A dispensing ramp is arranged at an angle between the opposed side walls. A front wall extends between the opposed side walls. A space between the front wall and the dispensing ramp define a dispenser opening. A divider wall extends between the opposed side walls. The divider wall extends in an elongated dimension with a lower end spaced apart from the dispenser ramp by a predetermined distance.

Abstract: A product display system, particularly for the display of cylindrical containers in columns, is comprised of extruded left and right lane members and any number of extruded center lane members. The center lane members are of inverted T-shaped configuration including a vertical center wall and upper and lower base elements extending from opposite sides. The lower base elements are formed across their entire width with closely spaced, alternating grooves and projections extending longitudinally for the full length of the lane members. The upper base elements have elements at outer edges thereof to engage with a selected groove and/or projection of an adjacent lane member to form a lane of desired width. Pushers are mounted on the vertical walls to maximize the area available for grooves and projections and thus provide maximum width adjustment possibilities. A novel form of front product stop, and manner of mounting the same, are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides shelf adjustment systems and methods that may be used in merchandiser display cases and other applications to accommodate changes in product offering, giving the user increased flexibility in the use of merchandiser display cases. The shelf adjustment systems of embodiments of the present invention provide methods and apparatus for coordinating shelf adjustment, such that adjusting the display angle of one shelf of the invention causes the display angle of another shelf or shelves to also be adjusted by the same amount as the adjusted shelf.

Abstract: An improved shelf barrier for helping prevent items, including pallets of goods from unintentionally sliding off the shelves of pallet racks. The stop member can include at least one, preferably two or more grooves formed therein as strengthening features. The grooves can be concave grooves on one surface of the stop and can also be corresponding convex ribs on the opposite surface of the stop. The stop can be formed with two differently sized sections to be attached to the shelf of a pallet rack, each section suitable for attachment to a differently sized pallet rack shelf, such that either can be used by merely inverting the stop. A flange can be provided at one or both ends of the stop to help align the stop with the rack and prevent the stop from pivoting about a single attachment bolt.

Abstract: A breath guard includes a first support, a second support, a guide rail coupled to the first support and extending in a substantially longitudinal direction, the guide rail including a rack defining a series of teeth, an adjustable panel extending between the first support and the second support, and an adjustment mechanism including a pawl rotatably coupled to the adjustable panel and configured to selectively engage the teeth of the rack. The adjustable panel is rotatable relative to the guide rail about an axis of rotation that extends laterally. The adjustment mechanism is configured to prevent longitudinal movement of the adjustable panel relative to the guide rail in a first direction and allow longitudinal movement of the adjustable panel in a second direction when the pawl engages the teeth of the rack, such that the adjustable panel is selectively repositionable between a series of longitudinal positions.

Abstract: A breath guard for a food serving system includes first and second supports positioned laterally offset from one another, a guide rail coupled to the first support and extending in a substantially longitudinal direction, an adjustable panel extending between the first and second supports, and an adjustment mechanism coupled to the adjustable panel and configured to selectively engage the guide rail in a series of locations. The adjustable panel is rotatably and translatably coupled to the guide rail and is rotatable relative to the guide rail about an axis of rotation that extends laterally. The adjustment mechanism prevents longitudinal movement of the adjustable panel in a first direction and allows movement in a second direction opposite the first direction when the adjustment mechanism engages the guide rail, such that the adjustable panel is selectively repositionable between a plurality of longitudinal positions.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention can provide warming blankets, covers, and apparatus, and methods of fabricating and using the same. In at least one embodiment, a warming blanket can be provided. The warming blanket can include a body; and one or more pockets mounted to the body, wherein each of the one or more pockets is adapted to hold a respective removable warming element. Associated methods of fabrication and use are also described.

Abstract: A multi-functional blanket may be provided for use as a lap blanket. The multi-functional blanket may include a pocket, a pouch, and apertures. The pocket may store items a seated user needs to access. The pouch may accommodate a seated users feet or the remainder of the blanket when the blanket is in a different configuration. The apertures may accommodate a seat belt providing visibility of the seat belt during use.

Abstract: A support pillow has a pillow-fill unit comprising pillow fill material, a neck support unit comprising an inflatable air bladder and a pillow case having a first sleeve for receiving the pillow-fill unit and a second sleeve for receiving the cervical or neck support unit. The second sleeve of the pillow case includes padding on an inner sleeve surface. The inflatable air bladder includes a valve that operates in a first state to allow an input of pressurized air and in a second state to allow an exit of bladder-stored air. Adding air to the inflatable air bladder, in the first state, increases a size of and pressure in the inflatable air bladder. Also, the padding on the inner sleeve surface of the second sleeve is soft, and compressible.

Abstract: A smart neck pillow is disclosed which includes a body having a U-shaped part, wherein the body includes a first neck support extending upwards from the U-shaped part to support an occiput of a user, the first neck support having a via corresponding to a center of the occiput, and a control module and a plurality of pressure detection modules arranged on the body, the plurality of pressure detection modules being electrically connected to the control module, the plurality of pressure detection modules being arranged at least on the upper side, the left side and the right side of the via of the first neck support. The smart neck pillow monitors sleeping posture information of the user to farthest avoid causing damage to the cervical vertebrae.

Abstract: A manual device maximizing application of butter to an ear of corn. The manual device includes a bottom portion, a top portion, and a butter applicator. The bottom portion rests on a support surface, carries the butter, and rotatably carries the ear of corn. The butter applicator is rotatably connected in the bottom portion, maximizes the application of the butter to the ear of corn when the butter applicator is rotated, which in turn rotates the ear of corn. The top portion is optional and when used is operatively connected to the bottom portion, is for maintaining the ear of corn in the bottom portion during rotation, and prevents the butter from splashing during rotation.

Abstract: A combination spoon and fork system capable of being stored in a nested configuration or used as a combination eating utensil with the spoon and fork connected end to end. An interlocking mechanism can interlock the spoon and fork in either the nested position or in the end to end configuration. The interlocking system allows the handle of the spoon to slide between rails on the handle of the fork and to snap and lock the spoon in place either nested with the fork or end to end with the fork to form an elongated combination eating utensil. The spoon and fork of the system can also be used separately from one another.

Abstract: A utensil retaining device includes a body portion having a circular longitudinal wall extending between a first end and a second end such that a utensil entrance is defined therebetween and an extension member connected to the body portion, wherein the extension member contains a plurality of flexible cables therewithin such that it can be easily flexibly adapted to removably attach to various contours of upper edges and exterior surfaces of servewares. The utensil retaining device is made out of heat resistant and flexible moldable polymeric material such that the body portion moldably and flexibly grips the exterior surface of the handle of a utensil, serving utensil, tool instrument or other handheld tools.

Abstract: A garment hanger having a central region defining a boundary of an opening through the thickness of the hanger. A web of material extends across the opening, between contact points with the boundary to depict an image formed of the web of material across the opening. Flocking can be applied to the hanger.

Abstract: An integrated buttoning assist and unbuttoning assist device includes a tubular handle member; a button assist tool coupled to one end of the handle member and including a wire loop extending from one end of the tubular handle member, wherein the wire loop includes a button hole expanding portion adjacent the tubular handle and a button holding portion adjacent the button hole expanding portion; and an unbuttoning assist tool coupled to an opposed end of the handle member and including a spanner extending from the opposed end of the handle member, the spanner including a fixed lower jaw member having a pair of button engaging tangs separated by a slot which is configured to receive the threads or eye of a button therein, and the spanner including a fixed button engaging upper jaw member. A zipper puller may be coupled to the tubular handle member between the ends thereof.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree having an improved branch assembly is provided. The branch assembly includes molded stem sockets each having at least one opening configured to receive and secure the stem of a leaf tip. The branch stem socket openings may be configured for single leaf tips or for multi-tip leaf stems having multiple tips joined to a single stem that has a molded insert base configured to fit within the opening of a complementary stem socket so the multi-tip leaf stem can be inserted in only one direction. In addition, the leaf tips are made with memory wire that allows the branches to be compressed when placed in a carton for storage while holding in memory, and then replicating, the desired angle of the leaf tips as secured within the stem sockets when the tree is removed from the carton for set up.

Abstract: A light system having a plurality of lighted tiers wherein each tier includes a plurality of radially extending lighted arms for illuminating branches of a tree. Each lighted arm is operatively associated with at least two conductive connectors for electrically connecting other lighted arms, other lighted tiers, or the lead wire.

Abstract: An apparatus for a curtain rod that is attachable to a ceiling or to a wall and that possesses graspable holders slidable along a sliding rod of the curtain rod and supportable by the same, which graspable holders have devices for holding a curtain. The curtain rod has a ledge-shaped holder base extending along the length of the curtain rod, through which screws are received for fastening the holder base against the ceiling or wall. From the holder base, a ledge-shaped neck extends that supports the sliding rod. An obtuse angle is formed between the holder base and neck, in the space formed between the wall or ceiling where the curtain rod is fastened. At the top, the holders have flanges, at least one flange of which is shape-adapted to the cross-sectional shape of the sliding rod and possibly to spring apart from the other flange.

Abstract: An infuser container is disclosed. In an aspect, the container includes a body, a filter arranged with the body to form a first chamber for receiving an infusion substance and a second chamber, a cap engaged with the body, the cap having an extractor extending into the first chamber when the cap is engaged with the body, wherein the extractor is configured to mash the infusion substance to produce an extracted substance when engaging the cap with the body. Thus extraction of liquid from the infusion substance such as fruit can occur concurrently with engaging the cap with the body. In an embodiment, a collar and seal assembly is arranged on the drinking end of the body, which can be removed to add a liquid to the second chamber such that the extracted liquid and the liquid can blend. In another embodiment, the filter includes apertures positioned to trap the extracted liquid in the filter chamber during the securing of the cap.

Abstract: A cooking apparatus may include a housing having an open top surface and having a cooking space formed therein; a door provided on a top of the housing to open and close the cooking space; a container inserted into the housing, the container having an open top surface to receive food to be cooked therein; and a heating unit provided in the housing and contacting a bottom surface of the container to heat the container. The heating unit may include a heating unit body defining a support surface that supports the container; a heater provided in the heating unit body; and a rib that extends downward from the heating unit body to prevent water or foreign material from entering between the heating unit and a bottom of the housing.

Abstract: A device and method for steaming and presenting of food deploys a spacer that rests on top of a cookware vessel. The spacer has a lower inner flange to support a steaming rack. A leg supported serving or presentation rack is adapted for lifting, supporting and presenting the steamed food when the spacer and steaming rack are lowered over it. The spacer has a larger inner diameter than an outer diameter of the presentation rack so that the spacer may be lowered around the presentation rack to engage the steaming rack along the presentation rack. The presentation rack has a sufficient height relative to the spacer height to dispose the food proximal to or above the rim of the spacer.

Abstract: An oven adapted for sous vide cooking is disclosed. The oven has an oven body defining an oven cavity and a heating element. The heating element is positioned within the oven and is controlled by a controlling element. A container having an outer wall defining a cavity adapted to receive liquid is placed upon a table within the oven cavity. A temperature sensor extends into the cavity adapted to receive liquid. The temperature sensor is in electrical communication with the controlling element and the heating element.

Abstract: An infuser includes a base having a cylindrical mounting base mounted on the base, a rotating ring surrounding the mounting base, a tubular structure with perforated top and bottom axially mounted on the top surface of the mounting base by liquid seal and a spring axially mounted between the base and rotating ring by precompression. The spring underprops the rotating ring permanently. A through flow channel is formed axially in the mounting base. The rotating ring is provided with a waterstop block. The waterstop block closes the flow channel by liquid seal. When the rotating ring rotates against the mounting base, it performs axially reciprocating motion against the mounting base at the same time. The waterstop block opens the flow channel optionally, the liquid in the tubular structure flows down through the flow channel.

Abstract: A device that may be configured to cut and remove the shell of a coffee pod is disclosed. The device may include a handle with a pod holder and a blade that may be set to different positions to cut the shell at different depths. The coffee pod may be held within the pod holder by locking tabs and may be rotated to sever the shell. The shell may be removed and recycled.

Abstract: In one aspect, a multifunctional drink making apparatus may include a main body that includes a water storage tank, a cold water pump and a hot water pump which are connected with the water storage tank respectively. A plurality of water filters can be connected from the water storage tank to improve the water quality. The drink making apparatus also includes an intelligent control display to intelligently control the hot water output to brew coffee, tea or the like according to the preference of the user. More importantly, the intelligent control display screen is connected with a wireless module, so the user can use an external electronic device to control the drink making apparatus through the intelligent control display to achieve the goal of internet of things, and increase the convenience and practicability of the drink making apparatus.

Abstract: A beverage dispensing machine provided with a cappuccino maker includes a heater, a jug provided with a lid having a hole, and a pipe, operated by an actuator, which moves the pipe perpendicularly with respect to the jug so that, during operation of the heater, the pipe emits steam into the jug, at the same time locking the jug inside its seat. The pipe is operated with a mechanism sliding upwards and downwards inside guides and is provided with a flexible connection piece for connection to the heater.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises a dispensing system and a sanitizing system. The apparatus has a dispensing mode and sanitizing mode. The dispensing system may comprise a first valve and at least one component, the at least one component having an inner surface. The first valve is opened to send a free-flowing material to the at least one component when the apparatus is in the dispensing mode. The first valve is closed when the apparatus is in the sanitizing mode. The sanitizing system comprises a processing unit having a discharge cell configured to initiate a cold plasma discharge in an air flow. A tank may be configured to receive the air flow from the discharge cell of the processing unit and expose water in the tank to the air flow for a time sufficient to provide dissolution of ozone from the air flow into the water and form ozone-containing water.

Abstract: A multiple tank brewer having a rinsing system is disclosed which comprises a container having a first top and a first tank for receiving a first brewed beverage through the first top, the first tank having a first bottom outlet, and a second top and a second tank for receiving a second brewed beverage through the second top, the second tank having a second bottom outlet, a first tube connected between the first bottom outlet, a first pinch valve, and a first dispenser nozzle, a first drain tube connected between the first pinch valve and a drain line, a second tube connected between the second bottom outlet, a second pinch valve, and a second dispenser nozzle, a second drain tube connected between the second pinch valve and the drain line, a rinse tube, and a rinse spray head for delivering rinse water into the first tank through the first top, out through the first bottom outlet, through the first tube, the first pinch valve, the first drain tube, and the drain line.

Abstract: A lid holder has a base portion and a pair of spaced apart arms having a proximal end connected to the base portion and a free distal end extending away from the base portion. The lid holder further has a U-shaped lug at the free distal end of each arm, the lug having a first end and a second end directed toward the base portion, and a leg connected to the second end of each U-shaped lug, the leg protruding in an outward direction away from the arms. The arms are deflectable from a first position to a second position with application of a deflecting force such that at least a portion of the arms is insertable between vertically extending posts of a lid handle. After a deflecting force is removed, the arms revert back toward the first position, thereby engaging the legs with the vertically extending posts of the lid handle.