Abstract: A stackable rack system for a grill including a firebox, having a first base rack including a plurality of support posts, each support post including a vertical portion having a lower end and an upper end, the lower end being adjacent an upper surface of the firebox, and a support tab that is pivotably mounted to the upper end of the vertical portion, wherein each support tab is configured to be foldable between an in-use position in which the support tab is horizontal and extends radially-inwardly from the corresponding support post, and a stored position in which the support tab is disposed radially-outwardly of the corresponding support post.

Abstract: A roofing material moving apparatus. This apparatus facilitates loading, unloading, and unrolling a roll of roofing material. Two load supports form a concave shape having a depressed region, a fulcrum end, and a junction end. A pair of legs extends from the fulcrum end of the load supports. A first pair of narrow rollers rotatably affix to a first crossbar. A second pair of narrow rollers rotatably affix to a second crossbar. Two pair of wide rollers rotatably affix to a pair of third crossbars extending between the depressed region of the load supports. The two wheels work together as a fulcrum for movement and pivoting of the apparatus.

Abstract: The portable support for hopper and mixer is an apparatus intended for use with a pneumatic hopper sprayer. The portable support for hopper and mixer is designed to securely hold the pneumatic hopper sprayer while in use and to easily transport the pneumatic hopper sprayer 129 and associated accessories to and from a job site. The portable support for hopper and mixer comprises a hand truck, a hopper holder, a hopper support, a tray holder, and a GFCI outlet.

Abstract: A solid fuel heating apparatus (1) comprising a combustion chamber provided with a glass door (4) opening to the outside, an intake device (11) for the intake of outside combustion air into said chamber, an outlet duct for the burnt gases (2) and a sealed preheating enclosure for preheating the combustion air, conveying said air to the combustion chamber, connected at a first end to the intake device (11) and ending at a second end with a plurality of openings (9) releasing the air preheated by the preheating enclosure into the combustion chamber, characterised in that the preheating enclosure consists of a set of sealed heat exchanging pipes containing the combustion gases and the burnt gases (3, 8, 12, 15, 17, 18, 19), ending with the abovementioned openings (9), which are variable in size and are arranged in such a way as to modulate the flow of preheated air released into the chamber, enclosing the flame and combustion area in the natural conical shape of said chamber.

Abstract: Apparatus for arranging logs within a fire pit comprises a base section arranged to fit within a fire pit, a central post extending from the base section and a cradling area of the central post for supporting a top end of a log. Arms extend from the central post defining the cradle area. The arms extend outwardly and upwardly from a top end of the post such that the top end of the log is supported between each respective arm. The logs are situated so that the log extends downwardly and outwardly to a bottom end of the log at the base section so that the logs are arranged in a tepee fashion.

Abstract: The fireplace grate comprises a frame defining a compartment to hold a firelog or starter material and to prevent direct contact between the firelog or starter material and wood or ceramic logs placed on top of the frame. In one embodiment, the fireplace grate includes a hingeable door or member for the insertion of the firelog. In an alternative embodiment, the fireplace grate includes pivot arms for pivoting a ceramic log over the firelog in the compartment.

Abstract: A method for combusting a wood log includes positioning the log within a combustion chamber with the log first end positioned above the log second end so that the log longitudinal axis is generally angled relative to and adjacent the chamber base wall and so that the log and the chamber base wall define a generally triangular air volume therebetween. The log is maintained in the angled configuration during at least part of the combustion process. A log supporting structure facilitates use of the method. The structure includes a supporting rod and a spacing base extending from the latter for resting on the base wall of a combustion chamber. The spacing base has a generally flaring configuration and allows gas to flow between the chamber base wall and the supporting rod in a first flow direction generally parallel to the supporting rod, and in a second flow direction generally perpendicular to and away from the rod from the log first end toward the log second end.

Abstract: A vertical stack—vertical draft fireplace grate which has a forwardly inclined log retaining portion with a lowermost log in close proximity to the floor of the fireplace and which cooperates with the rear wall of the fireplace to hold logs in a V-shaped stack immediately adjacent the wall. Undesired smoke is eliminated, starting facilitated and heat radiation forwardly through the fireplace opening greatly enhanced, while both safety and automatic feeding features are also enhanced.

Abstract: A firelog and grate system wherein the firelog is supported by the grate in a generally upright orientation includes a bed and at least a first support member. The firelog contains at least a first support surface. The first support surface of the firelog rests against the first support member of the grate, thereby retaining the firelog from movement in the downward direction, the frontward and rearward directions, and the left and right directions. The grate may contain multiple support members to support multiple firelogs for simultaneous burning. The support members can constitute plates, pins, or support lugs. In the plate configuration, the support member inhibits the burning of the firelog in the rearward direction, i.e., the direction which cannot be observed, thereby producing less unnecessary heat.

Abstract: A firelog and grate system wherein the firelog is supported by the grate in a generally upright orientation includes a bed and at least a first support member. The firelog contains at least a first support surface. The first support surface of the firelog rests against the first support member of the grate, thereby retaining the firelog from movement in the downward direction, the frontward and rearward directions, and the left and right directions. The grate may contain multiple support members to support multiple firelogs for simultaneous burning. The support members can constitute plates, pins, or support lugs. In the plate configuration, the support member inhibits the burning of the firelog in the rearward direction, i.e., the direction which cannot be observed, thereby producing less unnecessary heat.

Abstract: A firelog and grate system wherein the firelog is supported by the grate in a generally upright orientation includes a bed and at least a first support member. The firelog contains at least a first support surface. The first support surface of the firelog rests against the first support member of the grate, thereby retaining the firelog from movement in the downward direction, the frontward and rearward directions, and the left and right directions. The grate may contain multiple support members to support multiple firelogs for simultaneous burning. The support members can constitute plates, pins, or support lugs. In the plate configuration, the support member inhibits the burning of the firelog in the rearward direction, i.e., the direction which cannot be observed, thereby producing less unnecessary heat.

Abstract: A log retainer has a two or more mounting brackets connected together by a cross bar. Each mounting bracket has a lower and upper mounting arm which is used to connect the retainer to the grate without adapting the grate. Each of the lower mounting arms has fingers extending therefrom, and each of the upper mounting arms has a thumb extending therefrom, the fingers and thumb engaging members of the grate to support the mounting brackets and cross bar above the grate to retain the logs in the grate.

Abstract: A safety device for fireplaces provides a non-flammable apron adjacent to the fireplace opening, the apron being sloped up in a direction away from the fireplace. Thus, logs or embers discharged from the fireplace will engage the apron, and will dissipate their energy in moving up hill. The device has a switch that is closed when the apron is contacted for sounding an alarm. A panel beneath the apron defines a space, and the air in the space will be heated. The heated air is directed into the living space, either by natural or forced convection.

Abstract: The burner is intended for combustion of wood logs or other similar solid fuels. The burner which will be called the basket burner is shaped as an open inclined basket (1) comprising a bottom plate (3) and a backing plate (4) which are inclined towards the horizontal plane, respectively the vertical plane, so that the connection between the bottom plate and the backing plate constitutes the lowest part of the basket. The backing plate forms a chute or hold for the package of wood logs. The two plates contain holes (8) for air. The fuel is piled up against the backing plate and is supported by the bottom plate so as to form a compact bundle or parallel wood logs with minimized surface/volume ratio. The design of the basket burner makes the wood logs serve as efficient supporting burners for each other. Thanks to the shape of the basket burner the burning wood logs are successively brought towards each other and towards the lowest part of the basket burner during the combustion.

Abstract: A fireplace log holder and alarm system is designed for placement within the firebox of fireplaces. The log holder is comprised of parallel log supports having a very rough top surfaces so as to minimize rolling and slippage of the logs. Attached to the front of the log supports is the alarm mechanism which includes metal uprights having eyes in their upper ends. An elongated hollow metal tube spans the eyes of the uprights and is loosely received within them. During the course of combustion as logs shift and are partially consumed, any forwardly shifting log will precipitously contact the metal uprights or the metal tube and cause the tube and uprights to strike together. This rapid striking action generates a loud noise which serves to notify the occupants of the dwelling that log shifting has occurred and that a dangerous repositioning of burning logs demands their attention.

Abstract: A gas burning artificial log assembly includes an artificial log set, a gas burner and andirons for support of the artificial logs. Each of the artificial logs has a front face and a different rear face and can be reversed so as to change the appearance of the artificial log set. The faces of the logs can simulate different wood types or can have a partially-burned appearance. The artificial logs are shaped to define a combustion chamber that promotes complete gas combustion and provides a realistic-appearing gas flame. The gas burner includes a burner pan and a T-shaped manifold that define a pair of adjustable-width rear gas exit slots for producing a rear flame between the logs and further define a front gas exit slot for producing a front flame. The exit slots can be adjusted in width to insure complete combustion for different gas type such as propane and natural gas. The andirons, the gas burner and the artificial logs are keyed to insure proper alignment.

Abstract: Combustion of horizontally-stacked fireplace logs is expedited and facilitated by maintaining the adjacent logs in a spaced-apart relationship, at least until proper combustion of the individual logs has been initiated. This enables the surfaces of the individual logs to rapidly reach combustion temperatures upon exposure to open flames from paper or other burning tinder or exposure to an underlying bed of glowing embers. The spacing of the logs can be readily accomplished by use of spacer devices. Preferred devices are members having a generally Y-shaped configuration in vertical cross-section so that the member has (i) a trunk portion adapted to be interposed in an upright position between two adjacent laterally positioned logs to provide spacing therebetween, and (ii) a pair of upwardly and outwardly extending arms forming an upper surface adapted to support or cradle another such log above, between and spaced from those two laterally positioned logs.

Abstract: Newspaper or the like is prepared for burning by folding and rolling operations to provide its complete combustion. The paper is folded such that one edge is placed parallel to and spaced from the opposite edge. The folded paper is then rolled to form a cylindrical fuel element. The cylindrical fuel element is advantageously placed in a fixture retaining its rolled and folded condition during binding. The fixture includes a first and second end supports forming a rectangular channel receiving the cylindrical fuel element. A connecting member maintains the supports relative to each other. A constricting member is positioned in the channel which reduces the width of the channel to maintain the fuel element in its rolled condition. The fuel elements may be in the form of kindling sticks, or bundles of such sticks, or individual logs.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for burning stacked newspapers in a fireplace includes a grate having a sloping support for supporting a stack of newspapers at an angle inclined to the horizontal with free edges of the newspapers at the front and air supply directing a flow of air in a substantially horizontal direction at a position above the free edges of the newspapers to supply oxygen to enhance burning and to continuously turn the uppermost pages of the stack of newspapers upward to burn the newspapers page-by-page.

Abstract: Fireback support apparatus for supporting a fireback in a fireplace or other area, which does not require attachment to a wall and which provides for varying the angle with respect to the vertical of the fireback. The apparatus includes two base members with flat horizontal surfaces with two vertical upright rear walls, with a transverse opening therebetween and a plurality of steps onto which a fireback is placed for elevational and angular position. Each of the base members also has an opening in the horizontal surface of the upright portion into which legs from a grate may be placed.

Abstract: A combination fuel holder and draft channel device for use in a fireplace or wood burning stove. The fuel holder in this combination is made from 1/8 inch steel plate and its size, as well as the size of the draft channel, may vary according to the size of the fireplace or stove in which it is to be used. The fuel holder consists of a base plate that lays flat on the bottom of the firebox of the fireplace or stove. Two vertical posts, each 3/4 inches wide and 6 inches high are welded on the forward edge of the base plate, each 2 inches from the center. These posts hold the wood fuel, resting on the base plate, in a compact and manageable pile for controllable combustion. The draft channel is placed between the posts and is held in position by them. The posts add versatility to the holder because pieces of 1 inch conduit pipe can be cut in lengths desired and slipped over the posts to provide added holding capacity. The draft channel is made from the same steel plate as the fuel holder.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a fireback without the need for additional support from a wall or other structure. The apparatus consists of two support bases, each with a flat upper surface including two buttresses separated by a gap, arising perpendicularly therefrom. The fireback is placed in the gap between the buttresses and held ajar in a generally upright position. The invention includes insertable wedges which permit the varying of the gap, and therefore the angle of incidence of the fireback relative to the vertical plane. The invention maximizes the full depth of the fireplace, as well as the light reflection, heat radiation, and ornamental qualities of the fireback.

Abstract: An andiron mounting system for directly and swivelably connecting an andiron to a fireplace grate is provided. An elongate connecting member attaches the andiron to the fireplace grate. An adjustable mounting bracket connects the elongate connecting member to the andiron so that the andiron can be attached to fireplace grates of different heights. An attachment means secures the other end of the elongate connecting member to the fireplace grate. The attachment means includes two movable sides so the andiron can be mounted on different types of fireplace grates. The attachment means is swivelably connected to the elongate connecting member so that the andirons can be freely and easily moved.

Abstract: A fire iron set comprises two identical members which are horizontally spaced apart one from the other. Each includes a base member having an upwardly-curved end and an upright member joined to the base member. A downwardly-depending arm is rigidly connected to a sleeve slidably received on the upright member. A stop pin extends through openings in the upright member at selected heights in the upright member to provide a variably predetermined fixed location.

Abstract: A fireplace grate having a base, an inclined heat radiating back wall detachably connected to the base, and an inclined wire grill, positioned forwardly of the back wall, detachably connected to the base and adjustable relative to the back wall; the space between the grill and back wall forming a cradle for receiving a single row of vertically stacked logs.

Abstract: A fireplace insert comprising a frame having a plurality of arms pivotly mounted on the frame. The arms are adapted to move relative to each other in order to form an X-shaped configuration or a V-shaped configuration which will provide spaces to hold logs and/or kindling material. The arms are adjustable on the frame so that the spaces for the logs can be adjusted to accommodate logs of varying sizes. The device permits the logs to remain close to each other and at the same time will provide sufficient air space to form a very efficient fire.

Abstract: An andiron mounting system whereby an andiron is directly and swivelably connected to a fireplace grate. A connecting member is attached to the andiron at one end and has an aperture with a bushing at the other end. The bushing extends beyond the vertical extents of the aperture in the connecting member. A bolt extends through apertured mounting plates which contact the fireplace grate and also extends through the bushing. The connecting member may be bent twice to provide height adjustability.

Abstract: A fireplace insert comprising a frame having a plurality of arms pivotally mounted on the frame. The arms are adapted to move relative to each other in order to form an X-shaped configuration or a V-shaped configuration which will provide spaces to hold logs and/or kindling material. The arms are adjustable on the frame so that the spaces for the logs can be adjusted to accommodate logs of varying sizes. The device permits the logs to remain close to each other and at the same time will provide sufficient air space to form a very efficient fire.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an improved means particularly adapted for supporting combustible material in a preferred geometrical relationship during the combustion thereof, said means being especially suited for burning logs, tightly rolled newspapers, or the like, characterized by few, if any, surface texture irregularities. Said geometrical relationship generally comprises disposing a first coplanar tier of combustible material over a substantially identical second tier of combustible material in substantially parallel relationship therewith and spaced apart from each other at a preselected vertical distance. Said means comprises a plurality of spaced pairs of log supporting members aligned relative to each other such that said tiers of combustible material may be supported thereupon in stacked fashion and spaced apart said preselected distance.

Abstract: An array for a log fire is described which promotes ignition and even burning of the logs. The array includes at least three logs, split or unsplit, which are maintained in a nested spaced apart relationship by an implement which creates a V-shaped locus between the facing log surfaces. One such implement is described as having a central rectilinear portion having affixed at each end thereof similar V-shaped portions upstanding therefrom, and oriented so as to form intersecting parallel planes. Another implement is described as having a central rectilinear portion, each end of which is bent to about a right angle therefrom and at a degree of displacement from the angle to which the other end is bent so that each end falls within one of two intersecting planes whose intersection lies along the rectilinear portion.

Abstract: A log supporting rack has a pair of structurally unconnected individual frames adapted to be arranged in selectively variable spaced apart side by side relation on the hearth of a fireplace. Each frame is formed from a one piece metal rod bent upon itself to provide a substantially Z-shaped base from the ends of which vertical sections upstand with one section being taller than the other. The vertical sections terminate in upwardly facing supporting cradles in which top rods seat with the end of each such rod at the higher vertical section being bent downwardly so as to locate the rods in inclined placement on the upper ends of the vertical sections whereby logs are positionable on the top rods so as to extend between the frames in a declined pattern over the fire from the front to the back of the hearth of a fireplace.

Abstract: A fire dog for preventing logs from rolling out of a fireplace or stove includes a generally planar front member against which logs may rest, legs attached to the front member to keep the front member vertical, and a handle which is removably attached to the front member. The legs are designed to slide under conventional grates. The front member is designed to aid in creating an even burning fire.

Abstract: A grate for burning newspapers having a structure formed of a non-combustible material and a stand formed of a non-combustiblematerial for supporting the structure in an elevated position. The structure comprises members formed of a plurality of spaced apart adjacent recesses formed in such a manner as to receive bundles of newspapers in each of the recesses. The newspapers when disposed in the recesses form vertically disposed paths for the flow of air to provide a chimney effect during burning of the newspapers.

Abstract: An array for a log fire is described which promotes ignition and even burning of the logs. The array includes at least three logs, split or unsplit, which are maintained in a nested spaced apart relationship by an implement which creates a V-shaped locus between the facing log surfaces. One such implement is described as having a central rectilinear portion having affixed at each end thereof similar V-shaped portions upstanding therefrom, and oriented so as to form intersecting parallel planes. Another implement is described as having a central rectilinear portion, each end of which is bent to about a right angle therefrom and at a degree of displacement from the angle to which the other end is bent so that each end falls within one of two intersecting planes whose intersection lies along the rectilinear portion.

Abstract: An andiron system, for use in a fireplace comprising a floor, a front wall defining an opening, a rear wall, a pair of oppositely disposed side walls and a chimney, includes ledge means fixedly secured between the side walls at a location adjacent the rear wall. The ledge includes an upper surface spaced above the floor to which a pair of spaced apart elongated channel means are fixedly secured. The system also includes a pair of andirons, each comprising a forward leg member resting upon the floor and an elongated generally horizontal member, including a first end and a second end. The first end of the horizontal member is attached to the leg member and the second end is nonpivotally received in the channel means to restrain the andirons from moving laterally relative to one another and the fireplace.

Abstract: A fireplace standard assembly including a decorative fireplace standard, a sleeve connector member connected to the rear surface of the fireplace standard and adapted to receive one of the front upright grate bar members of a log grate to resemble an andiron.

Abstract: A set of fireplace andirons are slidable with respect to the fuel (log) supports. The unit may be formed integrally with a fireplace structure or as a separate distinct assembly. The sliding anvils may support other elements, such as a cooking grill.

Abstract: An andiron system is provided for use within a fireplace comprising a floor, a pair of oppositely disposed side walls, a front wall defining an opening and a rear wall disposed opposite said front wall. The andiron system comprises a pair of spaced apart andirons, and a guard. Each andiron comprises an elevated, generally horizontal log supporting member spaced vertically above and apart from the floor and extending from a location adjacent the front opening toward the rear wall and a post member extending generally uprightly from the supporting member adjacent the front opening of the fireplace. The guard comprises an elongated rigid rod having a length greater than the distance between the andiron post member and a pair of spaced apart cuff means fixedly secured to the rod. Each cuff defines an opening adapted to nonpivotably receive one of the post members. The rigid rod extends between the andirons in a position generally parallel to the front wall and the floor and above the log supporting members.

Abstract: Andiron for supporting logs on a hearth in two primary fuel banks disposed in an inverted V-position to form triangular opening facing room to be heated. Andiron has horizontal baffle member supported above and between spaced positioning members by frame means. Baffle member and positioning members on each side of andiron are positioned so that primary fuel banks extend between edges of baffle member and positioning members so as to be inclined at particular angles with banks almost touching at apex. Secondary fuel placed between lower ends of primary fuel banks when ignited cooperates with primary fuel to form a concentrated, triangular-sectioned combustion zone of essentially uniform temperature defined by burning faces of primary and secondary fuel. Primary fuel burns mostly on inner faces with negligible burning of outer faces which reduces convection losses up the chimney.

Abstract: A log-burning grate comprising a log-supporting portion and a log-retaining portion disposed at essentially ninety degrees to each other and supported by legs above a base plane with the support portion comprising a plurality of spaced apart members disposed at an angle of twenty to thirty degrees to the horizontal. A plate member is mounted to the retaining portion to control the position of the buildup of an ember bed, to slow the rate of burn, and to protect the back fireplace wall. The support members are spaced a sufficient distance to allow embers from logs in the grate to fall through and form a bed thereunder, the total area of spacing between said supporting members being substantially greater than the area of said supporting members so as to permit heat due to burning of logs in said grate to radiate outwardly from the front of the grate.

Abstract: The andiron comprises four corner posts and upper and lower sets of horizontal log support bars. The lower bars are continuous and are adapted to support a plurality of logs in a horizontal position above the floor of a fireplace. One of the upper bars is continuous and the other is open at its center. The open centered bar has two end portions, each of which is adapted to support at least one log in a horizontal position above the lower logs. The open center permits one or more additional logs to be placed diagonally, with the lower ends(s) thereof on the lower set of logs and the opposite end(s) on the continuous upper support bar. The sloping attitude of the additional log(s) facilitates both its ignition and the ignition of the upper set of logs. As the logs burn they eventually break at their centers and fall downwardly into the confines of the andiron, usually into diagonal positions with their outer ends supported on one of the cross members.