Abstract: A device for holding bath toys is provided that includes a flexible receptacle having a back panel and a front panel adjoined by opposing sides and a bottom of the receptacle. At least a portion of the bottom of the receptacle is formed of a mesh material. The top portion of the back panel and an upper edge of the front panel define an open end of the receptacle. The device can be attached to a bathroom wall, for example by using at least two posts which extend through a respective opening in the receptacle and at least two caps, each cap defining a bore for receiving the post and for secure attachment to the post.

Abstract: A corporeal drainage system and a method of draining fluid from a bodily cavity. The corporeal drainage system includes a connection tube and a fluid receptacle in fluid communication with the connection tube. The fluid receptacle creates a negative pressure in the system by transitioning from a collapsed configuration to an expanded configuration. The system may include an activation member to initiate transitioning of the fluid receptacle.

Abstract: A disclosed protective cover assembly includes features that maintain a suction cup in a desired orientation such that a release tab remains accessible and includes features that aid in positioning and that prevent errant premature release. The disclosed protective panel assembly includes an improved suction cup that provides for limited contact during positioning of the panel. Further, the assembly includes the clip that holds the suction cup in place while also protecting the release tab. The protective cover includes pad and cushion that pulls on the button of the suction cup to generate a vacuum within a desired range that does not affect the surface finish while generating a sufficient holding force.

Abstract: A plate holder can include: a skirt having a top member and one or more side walls forming a cavity therebetween when the one or more side walls are resting on a substrate with the top member oriented away from the substrate; a base coupled with the skirt and located within the cavity, the base having one or more top suction device receptacles and one or more bottom suction device receptacles; one or more top suction devices coupled with the one or more top suction device receptacles such that the top suction device is oriented away from the substrate; and one or more bottom suction devices coupled with the one or more top suction device receptacles such that the bottom suction device is oriented toward the substrate.

Abstract: An attachment device for attaching an article to a wall surface includes a bracket with an outwardly extending plate having a hole through which an elongated portion of the article can be placed and an attachment plate, perpendicular to the outwardly extending plate, having at least one hole through which the bracket may be attached directly to the wall by a screw. The attachment device additionally includes a housing having a suction cup for attachment to the wall, a coupling for removably receiving the bracket, and an actuator for causing the suction cup to engage and release the wall surface.

Abstract: A vacuum release device is provided for temporarily immobilizing objects, the device comprising: a substrate; a plurality of vacuum release subunits which can be operated independent of each other, each vacuum release subunit comprising an adhesive layer over a surface of the substrate; and a spacing material positioned between the substrate and the adhesive layer so as to form a chamber within which a vacuum may be formed, application of the vacuum causing the adhesive layer to recess toward the chamber.

Abstract: An item holder mountable by suction on a mounting surface including a deformable and transparent body. The body includes an outer surface, an inner surface, and a periphery extending around the body and surrounding the outer surface and the inner surface. The body further includes a compartment having an opening adjacent the periphery and extending between the inner and outer surfaces for removably holding an item. The body is deformable from an undeformed shape to an actuated shape to mount the holder on the mounting surface by positioning the inner surface of the body adjacent the mounting surface when the body is undeformed thereby forming a cavity between the body and the mounting surface and deforming the body to its actuated shape thereby sealing the body against the mounting surface and forcing fluid out of the cavity to create a suction between the body and the mounting surface.

Abstract: A wafer container with wafer-mounting cushion sheets prevents breaking and damage of semiconductor wafers due to impacts or repetitive warping by maintaining the semiconductor wafer in a flat state and enables the semiconductor wafer to be removed safely and easily without damage. The surface of each wafer-mounting cushion sheet includes a self-sucking portion for exerting a removable vacuum on the semiconductor wafer and a non-sucking portion for enabling separation of the semiconductor wafer.

Abstract: A container (10) to receive products such as an air freshener, disinfectant or deodoriser, or alternatively tape twine or dental floss. The container (10) has a hollow body (13) attached to a suction cup (25) by means of a hollow stem of the body (11) and a projection (26) of cup (25). When the cup (25) is attached to a supporting surface the skirt (18) of the body (13) terminates adjacent the supporting surface and/or cup (25) to inhibit tilting of the body (13). The body (13) cooperates with a wall (29) of the cup (25) to enclose a space within which the product is located.

Abstract: A container (10) to receive products such as an air freshener, disinfectant or deodoriser, or alternatively tape twine or dental floss. The container (10) has a hollow body (13) attached to a suction cup (25) by means of a hollow stem of the body (11) and a projection (26) of cup (25). When the cup (25) is attached to a supporting surface the skirt (18) of the body (13) terminates adjacent the supporting surface and/or cup (25) to inhibit tilting of the body (13). The body (13) cooperates with a wall (29) of the cup (25) to enclose a space within which the product is located.

Abstract: A travel soap dish assembly for use within shower or upon a surface of a sink without significant residue buildup while maintaining the bar soap significantly dry. The inventive device includes a container, a cover pivotally attached to the container, a plurality of slots extending into the edge of the container, a corresponding plurality of apertures connected to the slots within the container, a support frame having a plurality of shaft members that are slidably received within the slots and apertures, and corresponding plurality of suction cups attached to the shaft members. The support frame is comprised of a grid-like structure having a plurality of legs for supporting the supporting frame within the container and upon a surface of a sink. The support frame further includes a plurality of support members and cross members attached to one another forming an open bowl-like structure for retaining the bar soap.

Abstract: A storing and dispensing system for a product packed in a sealed pouch. The dispensing system includes a container of rigid material having a dispensing opening covered by a lid. The container is sufficiently air-tight in its closed condition to prevent free exchange of air between ambient and the inside of the container. A sealed pouch inside the container holds a product. The pouch has a pre-formed dispensing aperture which is sealed by a cover member adhesively attached to the pouch. The cover member is detachable from the pouch and removable through the container dispensing opening without damaging the pouch, and it is refastenable to the pouch. A glue strip attached to the pouch projects through a hole in the bottom of the container to prevent the container slipping on a supporting surface. The pouch has elastic members which cause it to contract as product is removed from the pouch.

Abstract: A container or carrier for securely carrying a substrate such as a reticle, mask, wafer, or the like during a semiconductor manufacturing process or during the transport of the substrate. The container includes a housing having an opening through which the substrate may be inserted and removed. The housing includes an open box and a lid, the lid securely held in place by a unique latching mechanism. A door that is hinged upon the lid and held in place by biasing springs substantially seals the housing opening. Within the housing are a plurality of suction cups upon which the substrate rests and which apply suction to firmly engage the substrate on only one side when the substrate is in a contained position. The suction cups hold the substrate in the contained position thereby preventing relative motion between the container and the substrate.

Abstract: According to the present invention, there is provided a durable, lightweight disposable container containing a plurality of holders for holding blood product tubes. These tubes are firmly secured in each slot yet can be easily removed from the slot after filling. According to a preferred embodiment, the box can be fixed to a table top or other substantially flat surface in an area where the blood drawing procedure is to occur.

Abstract: An organization wherein a flexible bag includes a upwardly extending neck formed with a mounting means in circumferential surrounding relationship relative to an upper opening of the bag for securement to a bottom surface of a crank case drain pan. The bag structure includes a mounting ring for receiving the drain plug from the crank case, as well as a valve tube and associated valve plug to direct fluid from the bag structure subsequent to a draining procedure. Modifications of the bag structure include a glove bag pouch directed within a side wall of the neck for receiving an individual's hand for permitting replacement of the crank case drain plug.

Abstract: A package for retaining a mirror or other rigid, generally planar article includes suction means upon the front and back surfaces thereof. One set of suction means is adapted to affix the package to a smooth surface, and the second suction means is adapted to affix the mirror to the package. In this manner, the package is adapted to retain and protect a mirror therewithin as well as to removably affix that mirror to a surface.

Abstract: A process for the production of a diagnostic device which is envisaged, in particular, for the detection of a pathologically increased concentration of dehydrogenases in fluids of humans, animals or plants and consists of a carrier and a substance mixture, in which, in each case with exclusion of UV radiation, the substance mixture, which has been adjusted to a pH value in the acid range, is brought into contact, in liquid form, with the carrier and the combination of carrier and substance mixture is subsequently dried and then enclosed in a packaging casing which is opaque to light of higher energy than red light. The process has the peculiarity that the dried combination of carrier and substance mixture in the packaging casing is securely sealed against entry of air and moisture. The device thus produced can be stored for a long time before use, without its ability to function being substantially changed.

Abstract: A closable vessel including a main body portion and a hingeably affixed lid portion. A suction cup affixing structure is providing on either the lid or the back of the main body for removably affixing the vessel to a surface. When affixed the vessel presents its contents at an appropriate angle between the horizontal and the vertical for easy access by the user and to allow drainage of water. Drain holes accomplish drainage and provide ventilation to the contents when the vessel is closed. Alternate embodiments include use of partitions and a retaining bar for holding the contents. Further, a mirror may be provided for shaving or the like.

Abstract: A flotation restraint apparatus for use in a body of water comprising a longitudinal buoy of sufficient buoyancy to provide flotation along the longitudinal axis of a swimmer, an annular flotation collar connecting to the longitudinal buoy and extending about the body of the swimmer, a restraint line having one end attached radially proximate the point of attachment of the longitudinal buoy to the annular float collar, and an anchor connecting the other end of the restraint line to a fixed object.

Abstract: This relates to the provision of a vacuum indicator in a container wherein a product is vacuum packaged. Most specifically, an end unit for a conventional container is provided with a vent opening through which air rushes into the container when opened. There is secured to the underside of the end unit a whistle device in communication with the opening so that the inwardly rushing air actuates the whistle device and causes the whistle device to emit a whistling sound in accordance with the vacuum present within the container and thereby gives an audible indication of the freshness of the product.