Abstract: An adjustable elevated feeder is provided having a platform for holding both a feeder and a water bowl. The underside of the platform surface has a pair of parallel disposed leg impingement slots formed therein. A pair of rectangular leg elements each having two dimension: a high dimension having a longer width and a low dimension having a shorter width. When the legs are press fitted into the slots about the shorter width, the high dimension raises the platform to an upper adjustment height. Alternately, when the legs are press fitted into the slots about the greater length, the low dimension lowers the platform to a lower adjustment height.

Abstract: A height-adjustable aerobic step is disclosed. The lower half of each supporting leg is disposed with a first positioning portion having two parallel first lateral plates and at least one first seizure portion on at least one first lateral plates, and the upper half of one extending leg is disposed with a second positioning portion which pivotally connects to the first positioning portion for the extending leg to be folded inwardly, or unfolded into a straight line with the supporting leg to elevate the height of rectangular step platform. The second positioning portion has two parallel second lateral plates which are respectively corresponding to and placed adjacent to the two first lateral plates, and sides of at least second lateral plates are disposed with at least one second seizure portion corresponding to the first seizure portion for fixing the position of the extending leg at different angles.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus having a platform for supporting a person during exercise, a first support arranged to support a first end of the platform at an elevated position, and a second support arranged to engage with the platform at a second end to support the second end of the platform at an elevated position, at least the second support being removable to vary the height of the second end, wherein the first support includes a pivotal engagement element configured for engagement with at least one corresponding pivotal engagement element of the platform such that in use when said pivotal engagement element of the platform is engaged with and supported by the pivotal engagement element of the first support the platform is able to pivot relative to the first support to vary the inclination of the platform when the height of the second end relative to the first end is varied.

Abstract: A weight training tool includes a pair of adjustable platforms or blocks. Each block comprises a support platform and a plurality of legs, the legs configured to allow conversion of the platform to at least two heights, and collapse of the platform to a compact structure having wheels for ease of transport. The legs fit into mating tubes on the underside of the platform. To provide a second height, the legs may be equipped with a perpendicular portion to fit into mating tubes on the underside of the support platform to support the platform at a shorter height. One of each of the pair of platforms is equipped with a projection on its underside which can be detachably associated with a projection on the underside of the other platform with a space formed therebetween for storing legs. Attachable wheels and a handle complete the transportable platform pair.

Abstract: A sliding guide element for moveable fastening a tabletop on bearing struts of a table frame comprises a main body configured to fasten to the underside of a tabletop, comprising a guiding portion configured to insert into a guide slot in bearing struts and moveable in the guide slot wherein the guide portion includes lateral guide surfaces for lateral guidance in the guide slot. The sliding guide element further includes resilient snap-fit limbs arranged on mutually opposed sides of the main body of the sliding guide element and moveable between an under-engagement position and project laterally over the guide portion to engage under a wall of the bearing struts, and an insertion position in which the snap-fit limbs guide through the guide slot in the bearing struts. The sliding guide elements still further includes a resiliently flexible end stop damper on at least one end region of the sliding-guide element.

Abstract: A table assembly comprising at least a first leg member that forms a leg opening and a first support surface and a rigid elongated channel member that forms a channel that extends between first and second ends, at least the first end forming a wire passing opening suitable to pass wires into and out of the channel, the first end supportable by the first support surface in at least first and second different locations, wherein, when the channel is supported by the support surface at either of the first and second different positions, the wire passing opening is aligned with the leg opening so that wires can pass through the leg opening and into the channel.

Abstract: A reconfigurable banquet table includes a table top, a plurality of retaining clips, and two or more base members. The table top bottom surface includes a plurality of pairs of openings. A corresponding plurality of retaining clips are secured thereat. Each retaining clip includes a first flange and a second flange extending from a plate. Each base member includes first and second legs connected a set distance apart. The first and second legs of each base member are received in one pair of the table top openings, and releasably secured therein by the corresponding retaining clips, with one side of each of the first and second legs engaged by the second flange of the respective retaining clip, to cause deflection of the second flange to provide suitable retaining forces. Easy removability of the base members permits interchangeability without requiring tools, for greater functional/aesthetic versatility, easier transport, and more compact storage.

Abstract: Universal members placed between containers having different stacking patterns permit stacking of these containers regardless of the type of container positioned as the bottom container. The universal members include an appropriate thickness and a plurality of openings configured to receive the different stacking patterns. Depending on the containers being stacked, the universal members may take different forms. For example, one universal member may include T-shaped openings while another universal member may include rectangular-shaped openings with offset members.

Abstract: A kit for modular assembly of a piece of furniture “in situ” that comprises lower, intermediate, and upper main support members. Each of the main support members includes insertion slots with chamfered edges that are oriented at different angles in the periphery. The lower main support member has first and second foot slots that include locking ends. A plurality of cantilevered members having open insertion slots with chamfered edges each have a front fit-in section and a rear insertion section that end in an insertion stop. The open insertion slots are disposed in the periphery of the cantilevered members so that they may engage the oriented insertion slots. The first and second foot members are configured to engage first and second foot slots. The main support members have mutual engagement means that include coupling members and fastening openings for structural assembly of a piece of furniture.

Abstract: A furniture assembly comprising a first frame structure having front and rear portions and including at least a first leg member and a first rail member supported by the at least a first leg member where the first rail member has a first length dimension, second rail member supported by the at least a second leg member spaced apart from the first rail member wherein an assembly space includes the space between the first and second rail members, a first furniture sub-assembly having first and second ends, having a first depth dimension and a second furniture sub-assembly having first and second ends, a second depth dimension, wherein the combined first and second depth dimensions are less than the first length dimension.

Abstract: Disclosed is a shipping platform (e.g., a cart, skid, or pallet) or a display desk, table, or shelf. In one embodiment, the apparatus may convert from a six, eight, or ten foot long shipping platform to a six, eight, or ten foot long table or shelf. The table or shelf surface may be raised or lowered and multiple apparatus can be stacked on top of each other to create larger shelves. Operably, the apparatus may be used for transportation, drayage, and storage (e.g., underneath the platform or shelf when setup as a table) of items to be displayed.

Abstract: A system for setting a table that displays a plurality of items on different elevated levels using invertible stacking members, the stacking members having two forms, plate and pedestal, that form a plurality of different configurations. A pedestal base member engages a plate member in a pedestal plate configuration and inverts into a vase configuration. The pedestal base member converts into a candle holder and selectively engages the plate member, the plate member selectively displaying a decorative item surrounding the base member, the combination forming a centerpiece. The pedestal base member engages the plate member, forming a stackable pair, stacking with other pairs, another base member or another plate member. The pedestal base members selectively stack with each other. The plate members each have an interlocking rim that locks with the plate above and the plate below, forming a compact stack on a buffet table.

Abstract: A variable height support with a platform and a base supporting the platform and reconfigurable to selectively change a height of a support surface on the platform relative to a subjacent surface. A control assembly is operable to selectively: a) maintain the support surface at a selected height; and b) release the platform to allow the base to be reconfigured to change the height of the support surface. The control assembly has a ratchet subassembly that, with the control assembly in a first state, allows the base to be reconfigured by exerting a continuous upward force upon the platform that causes the platform to elevate and be blocked within a range at a plurality of different vertical locations against downward movement. The control assembly further has an actuator that is repositionable to change the control assembly into a second state wherein the platform can be lowered over the range.

Abstract: A portable collapsible apparatus serves as either a headrest or work surface. A base may be anchored under the thighs of a seated user or by the user's feet. An extendible element is adjusted in length from the base to position a platform at a height convenient for the platform to serve as a work surface or as a headrest. For the latter, a cushion is detachably attachable to the platform to serve in the manner of a pillow when the apparatus is used as a headrest. Adjustable pivot mechanisms interconnect the base and the platform with the extendible element to locate the platform at a convenient angle for its use as a headrest or work surface. Adjustable locks accommodate extension and retraction of the extendible element to locate the height of the platform relative to the base. The pivot mechanisms and adjustable locks also accommodate collapse of the apparatus by contracting the extendible element and by placing the extendible element essentially adjacent both the base and the platform.

Abstract: A collapsible dish drying rack is provided. A plurality of shaped wires is rotatably mounted on two arms attached to a pivotable first wire support members and on a second wire support member. The first wire support member is pivoted upwardly to raise the shaped wires and pivoted downwardly to lower the shaped wire thereby to position the wires between the wire support members in a relatively flat position. An outside surface of the pivotable first support member can function as a cutting board.

Abstract: A table includes a base and a plurality of legs supporting the base. The base is vertically adjustable relative to each of the legs and relative to a support surface, upon which the legs are configured to rest.

Abstract: The system is composed of two separate assemblies, each including a surface cover cap which can be removed to create an aperture dimensioned to allow a projectile to pass entirely through it. The assemblies are capable of being separated and inclined at a 45° angle to be used to play the popular multiplayer game, beanbag toss. Additionally, the underside of each assembly is equipped with collapsible legs, which allow each assembly to become an independent freestanding table. When configured as freestanding tables, the assemblies may be arranged together in one of three ways: connected perpendicularly to form an L-shaped table, placed side-by-side to form a square table, or connected end-to-end to create a long table that can also be used to play the popular recreational game referred to commonly as beer pong.

Abstract: A modular table and method of assembly comprises a first table having a first table top and a pair of first support legs at opposite end regions of the first table top and a second table having a second table top and a pair of second support legs. The second support legs are adjustably mounted at the second table top and are adjustable relative to the second table top between a support orientation, in which the second support legs support the second table top in a free-standing manner, and a non-support orientation, in which the second support legs do not substantially support the second table top in a free-standing manner. The second table is configured to be secured to the first table when the tables are adjacent to one another. The second support legs are adjustable to the second orientation when the second table is secured to the first table.

Abstract: A worktable having first and second portions that are removably coupled to one another. When the first and second portions are decoupled from one another they can be arranged into free-standing positions where they can be used as sawhorses.

Abstract: A table that can be used as a dining table with a storage section, and features that allow for conversion of the same for use as a desk.

Abstract: A system and method for a table that is convertible between a first configuration and a second configuration. The convertible table generally includes a base and a top comprising a plurality of panels. The panels interact to form the top of the table in both configurations. In the first configuration, the panels are combined to produce a lesser surface area than the panel configuration once expanded. This may be accomplished by any number of combination techniques such as by variations of stacking, staggered, or in any other manner that generally provides for a top with less surface area than the top of the second configuration. In the second configuration, at least two of the panels may be positioned adjacent to each other to form a substantially uniform surface. The surface area of the expanded top is generally larger than the surface area of the top in the first configuration.

Abstract: An adjustable portable cutting board has a cutting surface and at least two adjustable legs. The adjustable legs are coupled to a bottom side of the cutting surface and may adjust in length, wherein the legs include a locking device to lock the legs at a desired length. The legs are also pivotable between an opened position and a closed position, wherein the opened position allows the cutting board legs to be placed on a work surface and elevate the cutting surface to the desired height and the closed position rotates the legs into a position substantially parallel with the cutting surface for transporting. The cutting board also includes a handle for carrying the cutting board. The cutting board is completely submersible in water or other liquids and the legs also include a drain aperture for draining any water and drying any moisture that enters within the legs.

Abstract: A cooler table comprising a storage compartment formed with a top edge, and a tabletop. The tabletop is manipulable between a closed position in which it closes said top edge, and a table position in which it is mounted on a post extending from said storage compartment serving as a table whilst allowing access to said storage compartment.

Abstract: An improved board for pasturage includes pasturage equipments installed on a back side of a board body, a positioning slot and a leg positioning slot disposed at a pasturage equipment and a leg of the pasturage equipment respectively, cup slots and containing slots disposed on a front side and around the periphery of the board body, an embedding slot disposed at a position corresponding to front and back sides of four corners of the board body, male and female latches disposed on both lateral sides of the board body and engaged with each other, and water injecting holes disposed on a lateral side of the board body. The board for pasturage not only connects the pasturage equipment directly for its use, but also operates with a leg or a support pillar as a leisure table, a storage cabinet, a fence or a billboard. The applications are simple, convenient and diversified.

Abstract: A folding table includes two tabletop halves pivotally joined together at an axle, with one or more legs connected to each half. A transport member, such as a wheel is mounted on the axle. To transform the table from an “in-use” condition to a “transport” condition, the legs are collapsed to seat adjacent to the underside of the associated tabletop half. The tabletop halves are then pivoted toward each other until the undersides are in facing relationship to each other. So pivoting the tabletop halves exposes the transport member, which can be positioned against the ground to roll or slide the table to a different location.

Abstract: There is provided a frame assembly for a foldable workbench comprising a frame assembly for a workbench that is reversibly foldable from an in-use to a folded configuration comprising a central spine; first and second primary work surface frames, each work surface frame having an inner edge, an outer edge and two side edges, wherein each said inner edge thereof hingedly mounts to the central spine such that the primary work surface frames are foldable towards each other; and first and second opposing pairs of legs, each leg pivotally mounting to one end of an outer edge of the first and second primary work surface frames, such that the legs of each opposing pair are foldable towards each other.

Abstract: An adjustable table and base assembly generally comprises a table portion and a base portion. The adjustable table and base assembly may be alternately assembled in a first configuration wherein legs of the table portion are positioned on top of legs of the base portion, or in a second configuration wherein side edges of the legs of the table portion are positioned adjacent side edges of the legs of the base portion. In this way, a user of the adjustable table and base assembly receives a benefit of a single piece of furniture serving multiple purposes. A shelf positioned on the base portion allows a user to store and/or display various articles using the adjustable table and base assembly.

Abstract: A modular apparatus for supporting a monitor is provided. First and second pairs of substantially vertically oriented and opposed columns are spaced a lateral distance apart. A support member is arranged between and coupled to the first and second pairs of columns. The support member is adapted to support a monitor at a viewing angle. The height and angle of the support member, and thus the monitor, can be easily adjusted via slot and tab connections between the support member and columns and/or by adjusting the lateral distance between the respective pairs of columns.

Abstract: A collapsible, configurable furniture piece including a transverse member supporting a first panel. The transverse member defines a first end portion and an opposing second end portion. A first support member is coupled to the first end portion of the transverse member. A first brace is pivotally coupled to the first support member. The first brace at least partially supports a second panel. The first support member is pivotally movable with respect to the first brace between a first configuration, wherein the first support member extends from the first brace such that the first panel is substantially parallel with the second panel, and a second configuration, wherein the first support member is substantially coplanar with the first brace such that the first panel extends at one of a right angle and an oblique angle with respect to the second panel.

Abstract: A table includes a table top and four legs. The legs are configured to be mounted to the table top to elevate the table top and to be separated from the table top for storage and transport.

Abstract: A knee board or desk with attached surfaces which, through hinging and rotating, can be reorganised and stacked in multiple configurations providing a large usable surface area whilst retaining a small overall footprint.

Abstract: A foldable desk includes a top and a first leg and a second leg are respectively and pivotally connected to an underside of the top. Two rollers are connected to the underside of the top and one of the first leg and the second leg has two rollers connected thereto. The two legs can be pivoted parallel to the top and the rollers on the top and one of the two legs may roll on the ground.

Abstract: A table/easel that includes a worksurface having an erasable surface, at least one first leg pivotally coupled to the worksurface, and at least one second leg pivotally coupled to the worksurface. The table/easel further includes a first pivot block and a second pivot block interconnecting the first and second legs in a scissor-like arrangement. The first and second pivot blocks are slidably coupled to the first and second legs. The first and second leg can be slidably adjusted with respect to the first and second pivot blocks, thereby allowing infinite adjustability of the worksurface between a substantially horizontal position and a substantially vertical position.

Abstract: A convertible table system that is convertible between a coffee table configuration and a kitchen table configuration. The convertible table system includes two identical leg assemblies and a table top assembly.

Abstract: A folding table is provided with a foldable leg structure. The legs fold between a first working position and a second stored position. As the legs move towards the stored position, a pair of wheels associated with the legs structure are moved into operative position, enabling the table top to be rolled easily to storage.

Abstract: A convertible article of furniture that is converted between a first position, in which the article preferably provides a relatively low, flexible, flat surface, where the article can act as a bed, and a second position, in which the article acts preferably provides a relatively high, rigid, flat surface is provided, where the article can act as a table. The transition between bed and table, and back again, is provided by changing the position of engagement of the support of the surface structure as provided by a base member with respect to the surface member. In the first position, the base member provides support distant from a central longitudinal axis of the surface, substantially about the sides of the surface, thereby allowing the surface member to be flexible along and about its central longitudinal axis and the surface is supported in a lower position.

Abstract: A portable cooler caddy includes a cup holder panel. The cooler caddy has a frame and a platform on which is carried a cooler. The platform may further include a support to hold the cooler level when the caddy is in the upright position. The cup holder panel may be releaseably locked into the horizontal position. The cup holder panel has apertures that hold cups that may be used.

Abstract: A cargo management and restraining apparatus for use in a cargo area of a vehicle, which is also removable from the vehicle and useable as a free standing support surface such as a table. The apparatus includes a base and a pair of pivotably mounted end walls. The base fits within a recess formed within a floor of a cargo area of a vehicle. Cargo may be placed on the base and the end walls help to keep the cargo from moving or shifting during use of the vehicle. The end walls may be folded down against the base when the apparatus is not needed so as not to interfere with the placement of large cargo items in the cargo area. The apparatus can be completely removed from the vehicle and used as a free standing support surface such as a table. A plurality of wheels are included in one preferred embodiment to enable the apparatus to be used as a cart to move cumbersome or heavy items such as a thermal cooler.

Abstract: The drawing horse and multi-task work station is adapted to support a planar board for use by a user. The station includes a generally rectangular, three dimensional central frame structure having a width small enough to be straddled by the user. Planar, rectangular end frame structures are mounted on either end of the central frame structure. The end frame structures include upwardly extending frame portions with a pair of extending end posts thereat. In one embodiment, the work station is provided with a removable drafting board system having pivotal end support elements, supporting the drafting board thereon, mounted to left and right side cross support beams. The cross support beams are removably mounted on the end posts of the end frame structures with end post caps. The caps are at either end of the cross support beams. In another embodiment, the station includes a tray.

Abstract: The invention is embodied in a device for ceremoniously transporting an urn by at least two urnbearers comprising a flat surface having a top side and a bottom side. The top side further has a lip into which the urn is placed to minimize undesired movement of the urn. The device is further equipped with at least four protruding posts to be gripped by the urnbearers wherein the posts may be positioned on the bottom side of the flat surface to allow the device to function as a table.

Abstract: An adjustable table assembly for use with a portable sewing machine and positionable upon a table surface is provided. The assembly comprises a main table base having a first edge, a second edge opposite the first edge, and a substantially planar top surface between the first edge and the second edge. A support member is mounted to the first edge of the main table base and extends at an angle from the top surface of the main table base creating a tilt angle between the main table base and the table surface. An adjustment mechanism is associated with the support member for selectively adjusting the tilt angle of the main table base to a desired tilt angle. The main table base receives the sewing machine thereby tilting the sewing machine at the desired tilt angle.

Abstract: Convertible furniture for children for use in different configurations as either a table or child's seat. The furniture comprises a base, vertical supports, and a removable top. The top includes a rotating fabric sling seat for very young children. With the top removed, the furniture may be inverted for use as a play table. Rockers, rocker locks and means to prevent seat rotation are also disclosed. The vertical supports are telescopically extendable to adjust the height of the furniture.

Abstract: The present invention is a multi-configuration table comprising a table top of four equal-area leaves capable of forming four top variations, and two base portions each having a top side with two cross members, and four legs distending therefrom, so as to define sides thereof, capable of forming several base variations.

Abstract: A split frame table has a planar table top and a base. The base has several panels that are rotatably joined via hinges to each other. The panels each have two pairs of legs and a pair of cross members. The pairs of legs are spaced apart from each other and have the cross members located between the legs. The spaced apart pairs of legs define a leg slot therebetween. The panels each have a cavity formed therein. The leg slots and the cavities form a storage chamber when the panels are arranged in a linear aligned position. The linear aligned position allows insertion of the table top into the storage chamber for storage and protection of the table top. The table top is removable from the storage chamber when the panels are in the linear aligned position. The panels can be arranged into another position in which all of the panels are generally perpendicular to each adjoining panel. This position allows the table top to be supported on top of the base to form a table.

Abstract: A method for extending a console for housing equipment to provide space for housing additional equipment. An extender frame is provided which has a platform for supporting additional equipment and an appearance which is complementary to the console frame. An extender support structure is also provided. One of a plurality of console support structures is removed from a first end of the console and the extender support structure is installed proximate the first console end. In addition, the method includes the steps of installing the removed support structure proximate a first extender frame end, and connecting the extender frame to the console to form a unitary extended console for simultaneously housing the equipment and the additional equipment.

Abstract: A novel bench/table assembly characterized by various features including, inter alia, a tab that is engageable with an L-shaped slot arrangement to position selectively a moveable member in either a seat backrest position or a tabletop position. The L-shaped slot and tab arrangement facilitating conversion from one configuration to another without the use of screws, bolts, dowel pins, notches or other securing devices. The bench/table assembly providing for furniture which is easily and quickly convertible between a bench and a table without the employment of tools or hardware. The L-shaped slots and tabs providing for a stronger and more stable piece of furniture. Safety stops prevent the moveable member from abruptly dislodging from the tabletop position to the seat backrest.

Abstract: A log splitter having an elongated frame includes a detachable table including a platform, a clamp for attaching the platform to the frame, and an adjustable leg pivotally attached to the underside of the platform. The clamp includes at least one catch attached to the platform for engaging one side of the frame and a hook for engaging the opposite side of the frame. A strap connects the hook to the platform and is adjustable in length to accommodate frames of different widths.

Abstract: A dual mode table which is convertible to serve as a coffee table and as a dining table comprises a fixed structure supporting a table top through a pair of table top extension means. The extension means comprise facing swingable frames which are pivotally pinned to the base and engage the table top for example through a pin and slot connection for movement of the table top between lowered and raised positions. In the lowered position the table top is substantially at the level of the base structure while in the raised position the extension means are locked and stabilized by appropriate means.

Abstract: A table carries the weight of its table top down through upper leg structures to the bottoms of recipticles in lower leg structures from which it is transferred to the arches of rigid subassemblies and thence to the floor. A lower table top may be obtained from the described table by withdrawing the upper leg structures from the recepticles and setting the lower ends of the upper leg structures directly on the floor.

Abstract: An exercise step/bench for aerobic climbing and dance includes a base in the form of a horizontal platform having a downwardly and outwardly extending apron. A leg is reverseably mounted against the apron at each corner of the platform. The reverseable mounting of the legs permits height adjustment in accordance with the orientation of each leg.