Detachable Enlarging Or Substitute Surface Patents (Class 108/90)
  • Patent number: 11925282
    Abstract: A two-piece multi-functional tray table cover is configured with a flexible sleeve and water-resistant prop-up tray to simultaneously provide a hygienic barrier to the tray table's surface, and a dedicated play, work, or otherwise use area for a user to place their toys, drinks, food, etc. The sleeve is comprised of a spandex material to enable a user to stretch the fabric around various-sized tray tables to accommodate different manufacturers, airlines, etc. The sleeve has a hook and loop fastener, such as Velcro®, on the top side, which attaches to a corresponding hook and loop fastener on the prop-up tray. In addition, the bottom side of the sleeve, opposite the top side with the hook and look fastener, has at least a pocket with a transparent window that enables a user to view a computing device's screen or other contents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2023
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2024
    Assignee: Forum Brands, LLC
    Inventor: Nicholas Westhoven
  • Patent number: 11882963
    Abstract: A grill cover is configured to be utilized with a grill having a metallic component, the grill cover includes a cover body, a magnetic fastener, and a secondary fastener. The cover body presents an outer edge disposed along a bottom side and a cover void therein configured to receive the grill therein. The magnetic fastener and the secondary fastener are each secured to the cover body. The magnetic fastener is configured to provide a magnetic force to keep the magnetic fastener selectively secured to the metallic component of the grill so as to keep the cover body in place around the grill therein. The secondary fastener is configured to reduce a cross-sectional area of the cover void so as to prevent the grill cover from being removed from the grill while the secondary fastener is emplaced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2024
    Assignee: MODUS LIGHT, LLC
    Inventor: Joshua Drew Walker
  • Patent number: 11883212
    Abstract: A multi-tiered surgical table and a fitted drape for the table are disclosed. The table has a pair of table tops: a rearward, inclined top at a first elevation and a forward top at a lower second elevation. The drape has top panels corresponding in shape to the table tops, with a step panel therebetween to accommodate the change in elevation. The drape is provided, front, top and rear with receptacles for fluids and waste materials and pockets for surgical supplies such as sponges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2024
    Assignee: VARIAMED LLC
    Inventors: Christopher B. Young, David Tate
  • Patent number: 11826184
    Abstract: Disclosed is an equipment for receiving surgical materials and/or liquid products for a surgical procedure. The equipment includes: a tray with a top face; and a tight surface film intended to be removably attached to the top face of the tray in order to form a sterile upper surface that is intended to receive the surgical materials and/or liquid products. The top face of the tray includes at least one recess, and the tight surface film, attached to the tray, forms at least one pocket extending inside the at least one recess and adapted to receive at least one of the surgical materials and/or liquid products.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 28, 2023
    Assignee: LEMER PAX
    Inventor: Pierre-Marie Lemer
  • Patent number: 11672334
    Abstract: An apparatus for positioning an electronic display can be combined with an existing work surface to provide a multi-position workstation. In some cases, the apparatus includes a mounting portion configured to support an electronic display and a keyboard. The mounting portion may be movable with respect to the work surface between multiple positions, including for example, a sitting position and a standing position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2023
    Assignee: Ergotron, Inc.
    Inventors: Joel Hazzard, Robert William Fluhrer, Peter Segar, John William Theis, Mustafa Ergun, Scott Trish
  • Patent number: 11523683
    Abstract: A blow-molded unitary structure includes a panel having upper and lower panel surfaces and a ridge extending downward beyond the lower panel surface. The ridge includes a first side surface, a second side surface, and a lower ridge surface joined with the first side and second side surfaces of the ridge. The ridge further includes a plurality of depressions formed at one or more of the first side surface, second side surface and lower ridge surface. The plurality of depressions enhances the strength of the ridge, and the ridge in turn enhances the strength of the structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2022
    Assignee: Inno-Sports Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Kwan Jun Choi
  • Patent number: 11412871
    Abstract: A table system includes a tablecloth, a table, and a table kit. The tablecloth defines an upper surface and a lower surface. The table includes a tabletop, at least one leg, and a table base. The table kit comprises various components, including a plurality of tabs and a drawstring. Each tab defines a conduit, and each tab is connected to the lower surface of the tablecloth. The drawstring extends through each of the plurality of tabs. In use, the plurality of tabs are gathered towards the at least one leg by tension applied to the drawstring, and ends of the drawstring are tied together to secure the tablecloth to the table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2022
    Inventor: Joanna Lange Frohn
  • Patent number: 11337529
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides for a protective covering, which includes a cover portion, an elongated piece of fabric, a first coupling mechanism, and a second coupling mechanism. The cover portion is for a seat cushion. The elongated piece of fabric extends from the cover portion. The first coupling mechanism couples the cover portion to a first end of the elongated piece of fabric. The second coupling mechanism is configured to couple the cover portion to a second end of the elongated piece of fabric.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2022
    Assignee: OUTER, INC.
    Inventors: Terry Kang Lin, Jiake Liu, Patrick Ryan
  • Patent number: 11330912
    Abstract: The bed sheet tensioning system is configured for use with a bed. The bed comprises a mattress, a box spring, and a sheet. The bed sheet tensioning system mounts in the box spring. The bed sheet tensioning system attaches to the perimeter of the sheet at two or more locations. The bed sheet tensioning system applies a tension to the sheet as the sheet is placed over the mattress. The bed sheet tensioning system comprises a plurality of tensioning devices, a plurality of cords, a plurality of clips, a plurality of grommets, and a control circuit. The plurality of cords and clips secure the sheet to the tensioning device. The plurality of grommets protect and guide the plurality of cords through the box spring. The control circuit independently controls the operation of each of the plurality of tensioning devices.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Inventor: Sean Jolley
  • Patent number: 11284713
    Abstract: An apparatus for positioning an electronic display is described. The apparatus can be combined with an existing work surface to provide a multi-position workstation. In some cases, the apparatus includes a mounting portion configured to support an electronic display and a keyboard. The mounting portion may be movable with respect to the work surface between multiple positions, including for example, a sitting position and a standing position. Methods for positioning an electronic display and a keyboard are also included.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2022
    Assignee: Ergotron, Inc.
    Inventors: Joel Hazzard, Robert William Fluhrer, Peter Segar, John William Theis, Mustafa Ergun, Scott Trish
  • Patent number: 11253058
    Abstract: A table system includes a table surface and legs. The table surface includes a top planar surface and a bottom planar surface. The table surface also includes side surfaces having various curved or linear shapes. The shortest side surface has a substantially linear shape while the other side surfaces are curvilinear. The curved side surfaces each have a radius of curvature substantially the same. The table system also includes connection bars located beneath the table surface that also have substantially the same curved or linear shape as the side surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2022
    Inventor: Clint Hobbs
  • Patent number: 10993558
    Abstract: A table cover system with an affixed garbage bag on one end. The table cover can be unrolled onto a table top with the garbage bag unrolled on one end of the cover. This allows for rubbish to be easily and quickly disposed of from the top of the table. The table cover can also be rolled over all remaining rubbish and garbage and stuffed into the garbage bag for easy disposal. The top face of the table cover can include printed elements, such as interactive games, team logos, or icons or characters from popular movies and television. Other options would include menus, schedules, or meeting information which may be printed directly to the table cover or attached after the cover is placed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2021
    Inventors: James P. Jones, Jackie L. McKenzie, Shadrach Spight
  • Patent number: 10959675
    Abstract: Apparatus and methods related to an underbody support for supporting a body of a being, such as during surgery to prevent contact pressure injuries. In certain embodiments, the underbody support may include one or more inflatable chambers enclosing a volume. At least one of the inflatable chambers may include one or more compression sensitive switches for monitoring the volume of the inflatable chamber, and the one or more compression sensitive switches may be located within the inflatable chamber. In some embodiments the one or more compression sensitive switches are sized to close when the said inflatable chamber is deflated to a desired residual volume.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2021
    Assignee: Augustine Temperature Management LLC
    Inventors: Scott D. Augustine, Randall C. Arnold, Scott A. Entenman, Rudolf Andreas Deibel, Brent M. Augustine, Garrett J. Augustine, Ryan S. Augustine
  • Patent number: 10939753
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention include an apparatus for positioning an electronic display. The apparatus can be combined with an existing work surface to provide a multi-position workstation. In some cases the apparatus includes a mounting portion configured to support an electronic display and a keyboard. The mounting portion may be movable with respect to the work surface between multiple positions, including for example, a sitting position and a standing position. Methods for positioning an electronic display and a keyboard are also included.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2021
    Assignee: Ergotron, Inc.
    Inventors: Joel Hazzard, Robert William Fluhrer, Peter Segar, John William Theis, Mustafa Ergun, Scott Trish
  • Patent number: 10856669
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides for a protective covering, which includes a cover portion, an elongated piece of fabric, a first coupling mechanism, and a second coupling mechanism. The cover portion is for a seat cushion. The elongated piece of fabric extends from the cover portion. The first coupling mechanism couples the cover portion to a first end of the elongated piece of fabric. The second coupling mechanism is configured to couple the cover portion to a second end of the elongated piece of fabric.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2020
    Assignee: OUTER, INC.
    Inventors: Terry Kang Lin, Jiake Liu, Patrick Ryan
  • Patent number: 10849443
    Abstract: A table cover. The table cover includes a flexible base having a perimeter edge that can secure to a table such that an entirety of an upper surface of the table is covered by the base. A pair of panels are pivotally affixed to opposing ends of the base, wherein the pair of panels include a plurality of pockets on an exterior surface of the panel. At least one of the panels includes a thermally insulated lining therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2020
    Inventors: Kimberly Windorski, Gregory Windorski
  • Patent number: 10842258
    Abstract: A variable height platform system comprises a frame assembly, at least two leg assemblies, a drive mechanism, and a sensor. The frame assembly is configured to support and be removably connected to a tabletop. The drive mechanism is configured to either extend or retract each leg assembly in a direction substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis to set a height of the frame assembly in an elevated position for use. The sensor is configured to sense position and movement of a user in a predetermined area including an area of the variable height platform system and an area proximate the variable height platform system. The controller is operatively connected to the sensor and drive mechanism. The controller is configured to operate the drive mechanism in response to the sensor sensing the position and movement of the user in the predetermined area.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2020
    Assignee: FELLOWES, INC.
    Inventors: Shawn Michael Applegate, Tai Hoon K. Matlin, James Edward Losser, Mark R. Gartz, Peter Maletich, Dipan Pravin Surati, Vadim Romanovich
  • Patent number: 10827859
    Abstract: Various implementations include an extended repeated-use table cover device. The device includes a roller, a non-silicone mat, an enclosure, a table mount, and a winding mechanism. An outer surface of the roller is coupled to a first mat end such that rotation of the roller about a roller axis causes the mat to wind around the outer surface of the roller. An outer surface of the enclosure defines an opening extending from the outer surface to a cavity defined by an inner surface of the enclosure. The roller is disposed within the cavity, and the mat is extendable through the opening. The cavity is fillable with a cleaning liquid. The winding mechanism is for rotating the roller from an extended position to a retracted position. The mat is durable enough to be used for at least three months under expected standard use without needing to be replaced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2020
    Assignee: Automat Partners, LLC
    Inventors: Madison Luker, Gerina Kim, Alyssa Gutierrez
  • Patent number: 10750865
    Abstract: A protective cover apparatus that disposes around a furniture member is provided. The apparatus includes a pair of deformable panels coupled together. Each panel has an outer covering with an inner cavity and an inner assembly disposed therein. Each outer covering in the pair of panels has a front face, a rear face, a top face, a bottom face and a pair of side faces. The first side face of the first panel is coupled to one of the pair of side faces in the second panel, and the second side face of the first panel is coupled to another one of the pair of side faces in the second panel to form a connected panel assembly. The connected panel assembly is disposed around the furniture member so that the pair of panels conform to and extend along the perimeter of the furniture member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2020
    Assignee: R Deborah Enterprises, LLC
    Inventor: Roxane Deborah Harper
  • Patent number: 10565875
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for parking assist.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2020
    Assignee: Mando Corporation
    Inventor: Hyeong Min Woo
  • Patent number: 10448766
    Abstract: A tablecloth. The tablecloth includes a flexible base having a perimeter edge, wherein the perimeter edge includes a securement member therein for removably securing the base to a table surface, such that a lower surface of the base rests flush against the table surface. The base further includes a plurality of inserts embedded within the base at intervals, wherein the inserts conform to an edge of the table to further secure and align the base with the table surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2019
    Inventors: Priscilla Bass, Bruce D. Bass
  • Patent number: 10448767
    Abstract: The sports-themed, modular table covering is a modular textile that is configured for use with a table. The sports-themed, modular table covering is used as a table cloth. The sports-themed, modular table covering displays a carpet image with a sporting motif. The carpet image is formed as a loop surface that is compatible with hook and loop fastening technology. The loop surface receives an individual interchangeable image selected from a plurality of interchangeable images. Each selected individual interchangeable image is removably attached to the loop surface using a hook and loop fastening technology. Each selected individual interchangeable image is a logo associated with the selected sports motif of the carpet image. The sports-themed, modular table covering comprises an artificial turf carpet and a plurality of interchangeable images. In a second potential embodiment of the disclosure, the sports-themed, modular table covering further comprises a drape.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2019
    Inventor: Clifton Williams
  • Patent number: 10431084
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for parking assist.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2019
    Assignee: MANDO CORPORATION
    Inventor: Hyeong Min Woo
  • Patent number: 10321777
    Abstract: A table cover may comprise a sheet, a drawstring housing, a drawstring disposed at least partially within the drawstring housing, and at least one slit in the sheet and/or the drawstring housing configured to accept at least one end of the drawstring. In some embodiments, the drawstring housing may be coupled to the sheet. In some embodiments, the drawstring housing may be detached from the sheet and attachable to the sheet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2019
    Inventor: Frances Simmons-Ellis
  • Patent number: 10299618
    Abstract: A cover for an artificial tree pole includes a flexible substrate that has: a first surface and an opposite second surface, a first edge and an opposite second edge, and a first end and an opposite second end. A first decorative image is displayed on at least the first surface. A first coupling member is disposed on the first surface adjacent to the first edge. A second coupling member is disposed on the second surface adjacent to the second edge. The second coupling member is complimentary to the first coupling member and is engagable with the first coupling member so that when the flexible substrate is wrapped around the artificial tree pole, the first coupling member will be secured to the second coupling member. As a result, a portion of the artificial tree pole will be hidden behind the first decorative image.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2019
    Inventor: Ryan Kenny
  • Patent number: 10301802
    Abstract: An article for protecting a countertop surrounding a sink is comprised of at least a top layer of absorbent material, capable of absorbing liquids, and a water-resistant layer. The article has at least three primary segments: one bottom, transverse segment, and two side segments generally arranged in a “U” shape and defining an opening between them. The width of the article is adjustable to fit sinks of different widths or diameters. To make the article narrower, a portion of the bottom, transverse segment is folded and fastened with at least one manually releasable fastener that has been previously affixed to the bottom transverse segment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2019
    Inventor: Heather Pinkerton
  • Patent number: 10258525
    Abstract: A patient monitoring and repositioning system (10a) includes a mattress (26), a sheet (16) residing on an upper surface of the mattress (26), a housing (29) containing a drive mechanism (28), and a sensor (20) adapted to sense a position of a patient (22) resting on the mattress (26). The drive mechanism (28) is operable to pull the sheet (16) and thereby pull the patient (22) resting thereon. The housing (29) receives the sheet (16) through a slot (54). In the event that the patient (22) is in an undesirable position on the mattress (26) as detected by the sensor (20), a controller (24) directs the drive mechanism (28) to pull the sheet (16) so as to pull the patient thereon from the undesirable position to a desirable, predetermined position. The controller (24) may direct the drive mechanism (28) automatically or indicate the undesirable position to a caregiver so that the caregiver may direct the drive mechanism (28) accordingly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2019
    Assignee: Hillenbrand Management Company LLC
    Inventors: William A. Hillenbrand, II, David Hornbach, Joseph Kummer, Timothy Savage
  • Patent number: 10245462
    Abstract: A sit box for use on a reformer exercise apparatus carriage is a unitary body having a rectangular flat top surface portion joining four curved portions. Each curved portion merges with one of an upright front wall, an upright back wall, an upright left side wall, and an upright right side wall. The walls terminate at a generally flat rectangular bottom parallel to the top surface portion. Each wall curves to merge with an adjacent wall. Each of the left and right side walls has an outwardly open vertical recess therein adjacent the front wall to receive within each recess one of a pair of shoulder stops projecting from the carriage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2017
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2019
    Assignee: Balanced Body, Inc.
    Inventor: Ken Endelman
  • Patent number: 10112637
    Abstract: A retractable tray is configured to be mounted on the wall of the basket of a shopping cart and includes a tray member that is moveable between a retracted position, where the tray member is located adjacent the wall of the basket, and an extended position, where the tray extends horizontally from the wall into the basket to form a shelf for supporting produce or other goods above the bottom of the basket. The retractable tray may be configured and dimensioned so as to not interfere with nesting of the cart in either the extended or retracted position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2018
    Assignee: Unarco Industries LLC
    Inventors: Christopher Wayne Campbell, William Timothy Harrison, Gregory Eric Dallen
  • Patent number: 10046909
    Abstract: The disclosed pads are engaged with dumpster supports to spread the weight of the dumpster over a large surface area and provide a relatively soft ground contact interface to prevent damage to paved surfaces on which the dumpster may be placed. The pads define a cavity complementary to the dumpster support and may be affixed to the support by straps or fasteners. The pads can be constructed of flexible material and distorted to open the cavity to receive the support, then relaxed to grip the support. The pads have a ground contact surface greater than a contact surface of the dumpster support and may include grooves in the ground contact surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2018
    Assignee: Dumpster & Trailer Pads International, LLC
    Inventor: Michael Tullo
  • Patent number: 9999840
    Abstract: A table-top fort for use in conjunction with a table having a top surface that is supported above a ground surface. The table-top fort includes a top panel and a side panel. The top panel has an edge that extends substantially around the top panel. The top panel has a size and a shape that are substantially the same size and a shape of the top surface. The side panel engages the top panel and extends at least partially around the edge. The side panel has a lower edge, at least one opening formed therein and at least one partially transparent region formed therein. The opening is movable between an open configuration and a closed configuration. The table-top fort is placed over the table so that the top panel is above the top surface to form a substantially enclosed region beneath the table. The side panel other than the at least one partially transparent region is substantially non-transparent that is printed on the side panel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2018
    Assignee: Mini-Kix, Inc.
    Inventor: Jerad Clough
  • Patent number: 9955811
    Abstract: A two-part tray apparatus that includes a base tray having a desk surface for drawing and writing and a food tray having four food compartments. A resilient bottom of the base tray may rest on a lap. The food tray is nestable into the base tray and is nonslideable relative to the base tray. The base tray includes a proximal side with no upwardly extending walls to make it easy for a child to write or draw on the desk surface. Strap units are included to anchor opposite ends of the tray apparatus or may be connected to each other to form a full length shoulder strap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2018
    Assignee: Regalo International, LLC
    Inventors: Mark A. Flannery, Elizabeth R. Volk, Brian G. Linehan
  • Patent number: 9833692
    Abstract: A games table features a unique corner assembly in which upper and lower corner members respectively embrace about upper and lower edges of an elongated perimeter frame member of the table and are clamped together to secure the frame member in place around a primary gameplay panel. Matable male and female features on the corner assemblies also enable stacking of two table top units to enable convenient switching of a games table between two modes of game play. Invertible caps of the corner units feature braces capable of receiving a second horizontal gameplay panel in a position over the primary gameplay panel. The main gameplay panel is double sided, whereby Inversion of the entire tabletop unit enables a second mode of gameplay. Alternatively, support arms of an upright gameplay unit featuring a basketball backboard or other upright panel are insertable into the corner units.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Inventors: Mark Pavey, Leung Cheong Shing, Anthony Fiscella, Mak Siu Fung
  • Patent number: 9668589
    Abstract: A portable changing table is disclosed. The portable changing table comprises a flexible support material and a support pocket disposed within the flexible support material. A rigid planar material is disposed within the support pocket and rigidly supports the flexible support material. An extension extends from the flexible support material and forms a securing envelope configured to attach to a child safety seat or a child stroller. Securing straps attach to the flexible support material and are configured to attach the flexible support material to a child safety seat or a child stroller. The securing straps and securing envelope provide tension across the flexible support material to provide a rigidly supported substantially horizontal surface where a caregiver can change a diaper or clothes of the infant or small child.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2017
    Inventor: Nicole M. Cortez
  • Patent number: 9630270
    Abstract: A stud feed assembly for welding studs comprising a stud loader and a stud catcher. The stud loader comprises a first chute component and a second chute component, the first chute component having a greater diameter than the second chute component. The stud catcher comprises a receiving component and a vertical component, the receiving component being shaped to receive it stud such that the receiving component aligns the received stud in a substantially vertical position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2017
    Assignees: New Rule Products, Inc
    Inventor: Gerald Martin
  • Patent number: 9611739
    Abstract: A tunnel seal including a body, inflatable from a folded position to an inflated position, multiple positioning straps coupled to the body, an inflow port fluidly connected to the body, a pressure relief valve fluidly connected to the body, and a hot stab receptacle fluidly connected to the inflow port.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 4, 2017
    Inventor: Philip L. Lundman
  • Patent number: 9295603
    Abstract: A table cover may include (A) a top portion; (B) a pair of opposing side portions on opposite sides of the top portion, each side portion including (i) a vertical side portion attached to a side edge of the top portion, and (ii) a horizontal side portion, attached to a lower edge of the vertical side portion, for extending under a supporting table; (C) a front portion attached to the front edge, of the top portion, at an upper edge of the front portion, the front portion having opposing front seam edges respectively attached to a respective side seam edges of a corresponding side portion, the front portion further including a vertical front face; and a flap attached to a lower edge of the vertical front face, and the flap extending under the supporting table. The flap may be defined within the front portion by a pair of slits.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2016
    Inventor: Patrice Yvonne Selnow
  • Patent number: 9192228
    Abstract: A table expander is provided. The table expander includes a table top. The table top includes a top surface, a bottom surface and an outer edge. The table expander further includes a plurality of clamps attached to the bottom surface of the table top. The clamps may be oriented near the outer edge of the table top and may be equidistant to one another. The present invention may include two, three or four clamps. The table top may be placed on a table so that the clamps are surrounding the edges of the table. The clamps may be secured to the table, thereby securing the table top to the table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2015
    Inventor: Benjamin Albanese
  • Patent number: 8997658
    Abstract: A cover of rigid planar configuration is designed for removable placement on the open top of a wheelbarrow for complete closing thereof to protect materials that are oftentimes contained therein from environmental damage. In particular, curable materials such as cement, mortar and the like will begin to cure if left unattended for more than short periods of time and this problem is particularly troublesome in dry climates. The cover is provided with a depending lip for engaging the sides of the wheelbarrow to prevent the cover from siding movement on the wheelbarrow, and tie-down devices can be used to releasably secure the cover on the wheelbarrow. In addition to protecting the contents of the wheelbarrow, the planar surface of the cover can provide a convenient work surface of use on a job site.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Inventors: Randall E. Pipkorn, Nancy M. Pipkorn
  • Patent number: 8997661
    Abstract: A table top extension and method for increasing the table top surface area of an existing table. The table top extension includes at least first and second planar panel sections each having a first, inner peripheral edge and a second, outer peripheral edge. The first, inner peripheral edges include interlocking tongue and groove structure such that the first, inner peripheral edges can be locked together to form the table top extension having a combined table top area defined by at least the first and second planar panel sections. The second, outer peripheral edges of the first and second planar panel sections align to form an outer peripheral edge of the table top extension when the first and second panel sections are locked together with the interlocking tongue and groove structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: GRK Manufacturing Company
    Inventor: Gary R. Kilday
  • Patent number: 8985032
    Abstract: An adjustable desk apparatus includes an auxiliary work surface that is movable between a sitting configuration and a standing configuration. When in the sitting configuration, the auxiliary work surface is located adjacent to a primary work surface of an existing desk so as to accommodate working while sitting. When in the standing configuration, the auxiliary work surface is upwardly displaced from the primary work surface of the existing desk so as to accommodate working while standing. The adjustable desk apparatus also includes a base member that interfaces with the existing desk. An adjustment assembly includes at least one counterweight and corresponding counterweight sprockets configured to selectively urge the auxiliary work surface toward the standing configuration when actuated by a user. A pin couples the auxiliary work surface to the base member so as to hold the auxiliary work surface at a desired location.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Inventor: Jamie M. Johnson
  • Publication number: 20150047536
    Abstract: A portable work surface for use with a vehicle having an extendable rear gate, wherein the rear gate includes first and second latches for securing the rear gate to the body of the vehicle when in a closed position, and wherein the portable work surface includes an elongated platform; a first mounting apparatus attached to one end of the elongated platform, wherein the first mounting apparatus further includes a bracket and pin assembly; a second mounting apparatus attached to the opposite end of the elongated platform, wherein the second mounting apparatus further includes a bracket and pin assembly; and wherein each pin is adapted to cooperate with one of the latches on the rear gate for securely attaching the work surface to the gate when the gate is in the open position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2014
    Publication date: February 19, 2015
    Inventors: Greg Parks, John Farrell, Doug Strait, Michael Farrell
  • Publication number: 20140360414
    Abstract: A desktop elevator for providing a platform at an elevation adjustable by a user. The desktop elevator is positioned on a support surface and is provided with left, right, front and back frame members orthogonally attached to one another end to end. A platform is vertically adjustable to and from the support employing front and back rotatable brace members positioned on opposing frame members. The brace members together with channels, cutouts, locking pins and locking arms, enable the platform to be selectively distanced from the support upon moving the platform to and from it when locking latches are disengaged from the locking pins, the platform being drawn to and remaining adjacent to the support when pressure is supplied to the platform toward said support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2013
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventor: Michael Gillotti
  • Publication number: 20140360120
    Abstract: A pallet cap for covering and connecting with at least one existing pallet includes a reinforced platform having a flat top surface and a bottom surface opposite the top surface. Four vertical, peripheral edges connect the top and bottom surfaces. Three or more of the edges form at least one edge extension continuing outward from the reinforced platform, and at least one edge notch proximate the edge extension and recessed from the edge extension. At least one notched corner is formed by distal edge extensions of edges meeting perpendicular to one another. A plurality of retaining walls extend downward from the bottom surface of the platform and define the edge notches, proximate a junction of the platform and the edge extensions, for securing the pallet cap over a shipping pallet. Multiple caps may be connected to form an expandable raised flooring system or other structures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2014
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventors: Sam Arthur Brisendine, Scott Austin Key
  • Publication number: 20140360411
    Abstract: A platform configured to be raised above a surface comprising a platform surface, and a base a lift configured to lift the platform above a surface. This lift can comprise a scissor lift comprising a first set of legs that are substantially U-shaped, and a second set of legs that are substantially U-shaped. This platform surface is configured to collapse down to this base, with the lift being positioned in the base. This first set of legs and the second set of legs are coupled together via an axle, wherein the first set of legs are rotatable vs. the second set of legs. In this embodiment, the platform further comprises a lock, configured to lock said platform surface at a set elevation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2014
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventor: Christine A. Hatter
  • Publication number: 20140345503
    Abstract: A tiered tray is provided that includes a first tier with a first support member coupled thereto; a second tier with a second support member coupled thereto; and a table insert having a cavity therein that accepts at least one of the first and the second support members. The first support member maintains a level of the first tier above a level of a table and the second support maintains a level of the second tier above the level of the first tier, and the first tier is removably attachable to the table insert and the second tier is removably attachable to the first tier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventors: Ahmass Fakahany, Michael White, Franco Rosignolo
  • Publication number: 20140345499
    Abstract: A tray device that is detachably connectable to a surface, such as a table surface, providing an eating and/or playing surface for a child. The tray is provided with a lip that extends upwardly and outwardly toward the child's body so as to catch items and/or food or drink dropped by the child and direct the slipped item onto the tray surface. The tray may also be provided with a removable insert and various attachment mechanisms to firmly hold the tray onto the table surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventor: Megan Streit Wilson
  • Patent number: 8871324
    Abstract: A novel ventilated shelving cover is disclosed that transforms the appearance of wire shelves to cover the white vertical and horizontal bars with a clean sleek decorative trim (crown molding) giving the shelves a custom made look. While also utilizing a custom insert/liner to enhance the functionality by keep items from tipping or falling through the wire portion of the shelves. This system contains a decorative trim piece, decorative cover, specially engineered clasps and an insert/liner. The system also includes a custom saw and miter to provide “All You Need” to accomplish the transformation of your pantry, linen, bedroom closets or garage shelves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2014
    Assignee: Customer Motivators, LLC
    Inventors: Jeff Hansel, James Cashion
  • Patent number: 8807503
    Abstract: A tablecloth retainer includes an elastic band having at least a primary thickness, a width, and a predesigned boundary, wherein the elastic band is stretched around the perimeter edge of a table top to retain a tablecloth, the predesigned boundary being smaller than a range of table top perimeters accommodating the band by virtue of elasticity of the band.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2014
    Inventor: Jose Alberto Zavala, Jr.
  • Patent number: 8789476
    Abstract: A disposable food contact article includes a food-contact member having a food surface for contacting food. A peripheral border extends from the food surface, and the peripheral border includes a plurality of design elements which are more light-reflective than a remainder of the peripheral border.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 5, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2014
    Assignee: KCH Corporation
    Inventor: Jacob Kryman