Special Article Patents (Class 211/13.1)
  • Publication number: 20120167437
    Abstract: A device for mounting more than one accessory to a weapon includes a clamp, a circular opening, and a weapon mount. The clamp receives a first accessory and the circular opening receives a second accessory. The clamp has a yoke and a strap securable around the first accessory. The circular opening is spaced laterally from the clamp such that the first accessory and the second accessory can be received in a parallel configuration. The weapon mount is located centrally between the clamp and the circular opening for attaching the device to the weapon.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2011
    Publication date: July 5, 2012
    Inventor: Larry Holmberg
  • Publication number: 20120160792
    Abstract: A detecting device packing tray is provided which prevents a detecting device from being contaminated and damaged. The detecting device packing tray includes a tray main body configured to support a detecting device including a detection region to detect a reaction result. The tray main body includes a non-contact groove provided at a position corresponding to the detection region of the detecting device when the detecting device is supported by the tray main body so that the detection region does not contact the tray main body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2011
    Publication date: June 28, 2012
    Applicant: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Do Gyoon KIM, Jin Tae KIM, Jong Gun LEE, Hyun Min KIM
  • Publication number: 20120151739
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is new and improved system and method for supporting radiation shields. The system may include a first frame subassembly, a second frame assembly, and a quick disconnect. The first frame sub assembly may include an upper partial ring support, a lower partial ring support, and a plurality of vertical supports. The second frame sub assembly may include an upper partial ring support, a lower partial ring support, and a plurality of vertical supports. The second frame subassembly may have a ring hole. The quick disconnect may include a plug and a bolt. The plug may be permanently affixed to the first frame subassembly, and the bolt may be configured to pass through the ring hole and the plug hole in order to removably secure the first frame subassembly to the second frame subassembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2011
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Applicant: SECURED GATE SYSTEMS, INC.
    Inventors: Michael J. Marchio, Gregory Smith
  • Publication number: 20120148968
    Abstract: Disclosed are a conveyance rack for retaining and conveying resilience-memory metal rings and a method for retaining the metal rings. The conveyance rack is provided with a base and a plurality of retaining shafts which extend parallel to each other, being erected on the base, and which are provided with, on the side walls thereof, a plurality of protrusions abutting on the lower end surfaces of the metal rings. The protrusions abut on the lower end surfaces of the metal rings by point contact.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2010
    Publication date: June 14, 2012
    Applicant: HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Yoshiharu Watabe, Masaomi Saruyama, Kensuke Shiota
  • Publication number: 20120118837
    Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention provide an equipment rail and bracket assembly. The equipment rail and bracket assembly includes an equipment rail and a bracket. The equipment rail is mounted to the bracket. The equipment rail includes a relief cut-out and a flexible tongue formed by the relief cut-out. The flexible tongue includes a bracket mounting opening for mounting the equipment rail to the bracket. The flexible tongue rotates relative to the equipment rail when the bracket is mounted to a cabinet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2011
    Publication date: May 17, 2012
    Applicant: PANDUIT CORP.
    Inventors: Robert L. Fritz, Bruce R. Appino, Samuel J. Adducci
  • Patent number: 8172099
    Abstract: A fixture (12) for forming decorative loops of fondant and gum paste has a support base (14) and two support members (16, 18). The support members (12) are pivotally mounted to opposite, longitudinally disposed ends of the support base (12) for moving from extending horizontally in storage positions to extending vertically in production positions, spaced apart in opposed relation. Apertures (26, 28) extend transversely through the support members (16, 18) and are aligned in registration for receiving forming rods (34, 36) and holding the Forming rods (36, 38) in stationary positions, spaced apart along lengths of the support members (16, 18). In a storage configuration, the support members (16, 18) are folded into horizontally disposed storage positions atop an upper surface of the support base (12), and the forming rods (36, 38) are secured in rod retaining clips (42, 44) mounted to the upper side of the support base (14).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2012
    Inventor: Micki L. Hardy
  • Publication number: 20120097147
    Abstract: An extension rack assembly is mountable within and removable from a consumer appliance side walls. The extension rack assembly is movable between an overlapped position and an extended position. A mechanism is provided for automatically securing the extension rack assembly in the consumer appliance when the extension rack assembly within the side walls is moved from the overlapped position to the extended position and for allowing removal of the extension rack assembly when the extension rack is maintained in the overlapped position and slid from the side walls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2010
    Publication date: April 26, 2012
    Applicant: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY
    Inventors: Brian M. Steurer, Eric Scott Johnson
  • Publication number: 20120101598
    Abstract: A dynamic support apparatus having a frame, a dynamic interface, a temperature control mechanism, and a control system. The dynamic interface is capable of changing its geometry and is disposed on the top surface of the frame. The control system is operably connected to the dynamic interface and controls the changing geometry of the dynamic interface. There is also a temperature control mechanism disposed on the top surface of the frame for maintaining a comfortable temperature and moisture environment between the apparatus and the user's body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2011
    Publication date: April 26, 2012
    Applicant: DEKA Products Limited Partnership
    Inventors: David E. Altobelli, N. Christopher Perry
  • Patent number: 8157111
    Abstract: A hanger for suspending at least one object for a support includes a base having a top surface, a bottom surface and a cap extending from the top surface of the base. Further, the cap is slideably and removably positioned within the at least one slot and the cap mutually engages the at least two legs to suspend the at least one object secured to the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2012
    Assignee: Zenith Products Corporation
    Inventor: Kaveh Didehvar
  • Patent number: 8157677
    Abstract: A table tennis caddy for mounting to a table tennis table includes a table tennis net assembly including a net mounted on a net frame. The net frame includes a net post extending upward. An outside connection mechanism underneath the net frame is disposed toward an exterior portion of the net frame. An inside connection mechanism underneath the net frame is disposed toward an interior portion of the net frame. A ball rack is mounted underneath the net frame. The ball rack is connected between the outside connection mechanism and the inside connection mechanism. A frame hook member connects to a bottom portion of the net frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2012
    Inventor: Samuel Chen
  • Publication number: 20120086913
    Abstract: A rotatable article display device for displaying an article such as a piece of jewelry or the like includes a platen defining a display surface. The platen is configured to rotate about a first axis substantially perpendicular to the display surface. A camera mount is provided which is configured to secure a camera to the device such that the camera is rotatable about a second axis substantially parallel to the display surface. In a method for use, at least one article of jewelry is positioned on the display surface and viewed while the platen is rotated about the perpendicular axis and the camera is rotated about the parallel axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2011
    Publication date: April 12, 2012
    Applicant: America's Collectibles Network
    Inventors: Eric JOHNSON, Walter Walsh, III, Chris Dotson
  • Publication number: 20120067833
    Abstract: Support elements for an optical element and a method for supporting an optical element are disclosed. The disclosure can be used in connection with arbitrary optical apparatuses or optical imaging methods. In particular, the disclosure can be used in connection with the microlithography employed in the manufacture of microelectronic circuits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2011
    Publication date: March 22, 2012
    Applicant: CARL ZEISS SMT GMBH
    Inventors: Jens Kugler, Ulrich Weber, Nicolai Wengert
  • Patent number: 8100270
    Abstract: The set parts of the information stand has pieces like solid box-shaped assembly modules, among them at least one square module (1), at least one right-angled module (2), at least one isosceles triangular module (3), at least one sectored convex module (4), and at least one sectored concave module (5), meanwhile sectored modules (4, 5) being right-angled with the angular stretch making up one fourth of the circumference. Each module has flat bottom (7) and at least two mutually perpendicular rectilinear walls (8) to mate adjacent modules. Sectored convex module (4) has arcuate wall (9), while sectored concave module (5) has arcuate wall (10). Polygonal module (6) has rectilinear walls (8) arranged along the legs of the right-angled triangle, while wall (11) arranges along the conditional hypotenuse of the triangle and it being a broken star-shaped line. Walls (8, 9, 10, 11) have the height at least 0.075 of the length of walls (8) of module 1.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2012
    Inventor: Valery Viktorovich Kuznetsov
  • Patent number: 8075849
    Abstract: A retainer assembly for retaining a medical device in a container having a perforated wall includes a retainer with a rigid support portion having at least one leg and a flexible, resilient instrument holding portion intimately bonded to the support portion so that the retainer is devoid of cracks and crevices between said portions. Each leg has a free end and an axial passage extending into the leg from that end so that the retainer may be positioned on the container wall with each opening in register with a perforation therein. A fastener extends into the passage of each leg and the underlying perforation from below the wall to anchor each leg to the wall under pressure thereby providing a seal between each leg and the wall. Various retainer embodiments and a method for making same are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2011
    Assignee: Symmetry Medical Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventor: Edward D. Riley
  • Patent number: 8074812
    Abstract: A rotary hanging track storage unit for mounting in a corner cabinet includes a circular hanging track 4 and hanger assemblies 10, hanging guard assemblies 11, and hanger extensions 22. The track 7 is attached to and supported by hanging track brackets 3, hanging track clamps 5, track supports 6, and center shaft 7. The assembly can be rotated within the corner cabinet 2 where cookware and utensils can be hung from assemblies 10 and extensions 22 to be accessed and stored.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2011
    Inventor: Michael Sean Bradbury
  • Patent number: 8069999
    Abstract: A hanger, for suspending at least one object from a support, includes a base having a top surface, a bottom surface and a cap extending from the top surface of the base. Further, packaging, having an upper and lower portion, at least partially encloses the base and at least partially encloses the at least one object for removably attaching the object to the base. The cap is removably engagable with the support and the hanger is removably attached to the at least one object by at least the packaging.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2011
    Assignee: Zenith Products Corporation
    Inventor: Didehvar Kaveh
  • Publication number: 20110278244
    Abstract: A storage solution is provided for decorative pillows and the like, including a decorative front panel when in the first configuration is flat and in the second configuration is a storage area. The second configuration is presented by a dropdown motion of the front panel, which produces a shelf for decorative pillows, bedding items or other items when not in use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2011
    Publication date: November 17, 2011
    Inventor: Joyce M. Munyan
  • Publication number: 20110272366
    Abstract: A display module for sheet goods is provided that uses a spline having a spline base and a sample attachment section defined by a recess along one side of the spline base. The depth of the recess is approximately equal to a thickness of the sample material. The sample attachment section has a reduced thickness in comparison to the spline base, and two slots are defined in the spline base on a side opposite to the sample attachment area. The slots have a first slot portion that extends inwardly from the side of the spline base and a second slot portion that extends generally perpendicular to an end of the first portion, and an enlarged slot end portion is located at an end of the second slot portion. A rack is provided having two generally parallel rods which are spaced apart by a same distance as a spacing between the slots in the spline. The rods are adapted to be received in the slots.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 18, 2011
    Publication date: November 10, 2011
    Applicant: ART GUILD, INC.
    Inventors: Ivan Letinic, Steve Pancheri
  • Publication number: 20110271438
    Abstract: A shelving system can include can include an elongated support member and a plurality of shelves, each of which can be supported by a clamping mechanism. The support member can have a telescoping configuration so that upper and lower ends of the support member can be pressed against upper and lower stationary objects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2011
    Publication date: November 10, 2011
    Applicant: SIMPLEHUMAN, LLC
    Inventors: Frank Yang, Tzu-Hao Wei, Myk Wayne Lum, Adam C. Wade
  • Publication number: 20110259535
    Abstract: A suspension system for a window covering that eliminates the use of pull cords is provided. The suspension system includes a control module having a winding drum and a spring disposed about an axle. A friction member or reaction member is also provided to offset difference in the force exerted by the spring on a suspension cord versus the weight of the window covering member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2011
    Publication date: October 27, 2011
    Inventors: Fu-Lai Yu, Chin-Tien Huang
  • Publication number: 20110260589
    Abstract: Provided is a watch storage apparatus comprising a base and a first watch engagement mechanism. The base may comprise a first surface and a receiver engaged with the first surface. The receiver may comprise a first hole. The first watch engagement mechanism may comprise a pin and a retaining band engaged with the pin. The pin may be selectably engagable with the first hole. The retaining band may define a structure having a perimeter to which an associated watch may be selectively removably and securely engaged about the perimeter so as to prevent slippage of the watch band relative to the perimeter of the structure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2011
    Publication date: October 27, 2011
    Inventor: Ronald S. Soltis, JR.
  • Publication number: 20110255015
    Abstract: A frame, a light source device and a display device that are capable of preventing a wrinkle or distortion from occurring in optical members. The frame includes a first holding face (611) opposed to a border portion on one face in a thickness direction of a first optical member (701?, 701?) having a plate shape that includes a female engagement portion (7011?, 7011?) disposed on its border portion, a male engagement portion (62?, 62?, 62?, 62?) having a convex shape that is arranged to be engaged with the female engagement portion (7011?, 7011?), and a second holding face (612a, 612b, 612c, 612d) opposed to an end face in a plane direction of a second optical member (702) having a sheet shape or a film shape that is smaller than the first optical member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 20, 2009
    Publication date: October 20, 2011
    Applicant: SHARP KABUSHIKI KAISHA
    Inventor: Nobuhiro Kasai
  • Publication number: 20110253656
    Abstract: The present device a modular collapsible gardening rack includes a base; vertical uprights demountably attached at one end to the base; cross members demountably attached at each end to the vertical uprights; and a flexible shelf connected at each side to one cross member thereby defining a shelf panel there between. The shelving material includes shelf pockets at preselected pocket spacings, the pockets for connecting the shelf to the cross members by inserting the cross members there through. Preferably in a collapsed position the demounted vertical uprights and the demounted cross members are rolled up inside the flexible shelf and into a storage position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2011
    Publication date: October 20, 2011
    Inventor: Archie Vermeer
  • Publication number: 20110240822
    Abstract: A sliding support assembly includes a sliding rail assembly and an attachment. The sliding rail assembly includes a fixed member, a sliding arm, and a hinge. The hinge has a positioning extension and a second portion, wherein the second portion is pivotally engaged to the positioning extension. The positioning extension is slidably engaged to the fixed member. The sliding rail assembly has a non-pivoted state and a pivoted state, wherein in the non-pivoted state the second portion is positioned substantially parallel to the fixed member, and in the pivoted state the second portion defines an angle with the fixed member. The attachment is engaged to at least a portion of the second portion and in the pivoted state is positioned a desired distance beyond the exterior edge of the partition.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Publication date: October 6, 2011
    Applicant: SIDELINES, INC.
    Inventor: Charles A. Costa
  • Publication number: 20110240571
    Abstract: A rack has a frame and at least one shelf. The frame has a first rear support member and a second rear support member, with each support member having a left side and a right side, with the right side of the first rear support member pivotably connected to the left side of the second rear support member. The frame further includes a left support that is pivotably connected to the left side of the first rear support member and a right support that is pivotably connected to the right side of the second rear support member. The shelf has a left side and a right side, with a first hooked connector provided on the left side of the shelf and a second hooked connector provided on the right side of the shelf. The first hooked connector removably connects the left side of the shelf to a horizontal bar on the left support, and the second hooked connector removably connects the right side of the shelf to a horizontal bar on the right support.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2011
    Publication date: October 6, 2011
    Inventor: Edwin Ho
  • Publication number: 20110233154
    Abstract: This invention is a stand or chock used to park the heaviest of motorcycles. It is extremely easy to enter and exit the chock/stand even when not fixed or bolted to the floor. The smallest of operators will appreciate the ease, safety, and control during the removal of the motorcycle from the chock accomplished with a very light push of a pedal or use of the linear actuators. Commercial establishments such as a motorcycle dealers with many and varying sized motorcycles will like the fact that this motorcycle chock needs no adjustment one size fits all. Because it is so easy to eject the motorcycle from the stand an automatic locking and disconnect system is provided to prevent accidental removal.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2010
    Publication date: September 29, 2011
    Inventor: Charles George St. Louis
  • Patent number: 8025161
    Abstract: Certain example embodiments relate to glass racks that are suitable for both autoclaving and shipping. In certain example embodiments, a glass rack may include a metal base having a grooved bottom connected thereto and a metal upright support substantially parallel to the base. The upright support may include a plurality of fingers covered in a protective material (e.g., rubber tubing) that extend therefrom. The spaces between the fingers may correspond with grooves of the grooved bottom, thereby cooperating to accommodate a plurality of panels (e.g., assemblies prior to autoclaving, laminated glass panels formed by autoclaving, etc.). The grooved bottom may be connected to the base so as to allow for expansion and/or contraction of the metal base relative to the grooved bottom. The rack, as a whole, may be capable of withstanding the temperature and pressure conditions of an autoclave, while also providing sufficient protection for the panels during shipping.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2011
    Assignee: Guardian Industries Corp.
    Inventor: Larry Chookang
  • Publication number: 20110204006
    Abstract: A rack for holding a portion of a thrust reverser. The rack may include a base and a supporting frame disposed perpendicularly with the base. The base and the supporting frame may include a hinge at each location where the base and the supporting frame are coupled together. The rack may also include two supporting poles parallel to the supporting frame. The two supporting poles may be designed such that the portion of the thrust reverser may be mounted onto the two supporting poles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2010
    Publication date: August 25, 2011
    Inventors: Lloyd Gregory Jacobs, Bill Monroe Brown, JR., Mark Greenhaw
  • Publication number: 20110198877
    Abstract: A framework for supporting stretchers and method of assembling includes a sub-frame having an adjustable length header bar assembly and adjustable height outer frame legs connected to opposing ends of the header bar assembly. A secondary stretcher support is positioned laterally interior of and parallel with each outer frame leg, each of the secondary stretcher support and outer frame leg including stretcher holders. Interframe connectors are transversely positioned between pairs of sub-frames and pairs of secondary stretcher supports. Stretcher handles seat in the stretcher holder and the secondary stretcher support. The framework is configured to fit within varying dimensions of a mass transit vehicle and can be a component of a vehicle conversion kit. The kit can further include tools for assembling the framework, assembly instructions, and a crate for storing and transporting at least the framework, supports, tools, and assembly instructions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2011
    Publication date: August 18, 2011
    Inventor: Amit Kapoor
  • Publication number: 20110186531
    Abstract: A suspendable caddy for supporting a plurality of individual roll materials. The caddy includes at least one planar sheet exhibiting a rectangular shape, from a top edge of which extends at least one hook. A plurality of widthwise extending sleeves are secured to vertically spaced surface locations of each sheet and within which is inserted the roll material.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2011
    Publication date: August 4, 2011
    Inventor: Nancy Adam
  • Patent number: 7984814
    Abstract: A combination support and hanger for suspending at least one object, wherein the support includes at least one orthogonally extending slot located between at least two legs. The hanger includes a base having a top surface, a bottom surface and a cap extending from the top surface of the base. Further, the cap is slideably and removably positioned within the at least one slot and the cap mutually engages the at least two legs to suspend the at least one object secured to the base.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 26, 2011
    Assignee: Zenith Products Corp.
    Inventor: Kaveh Didehvar
  • Publication number: 20110174652
    Abstract: There is provided a display system and the like which allow the containers to be displayed with marks thereon facing a predetermined direction. The container 20 is first supplied to the display device 30 with the projecting portion 24 positioned above the upper guide 35. If the container 20 is supplied with the first and second identification marks 23a and 23b facing the width direction of the display device 30 as reference numeral 4A, the projecting portion 24 is supported by the left-hand-side and right-hand-side upper guides 351 and 352. Thereafter, the container 20 moves frontward while rotating clockwise as reference numeral 4A. When the first and second flat portions 2410 and 2420 face the width direction of the display device 30 as reference numeral 4B, the container 20 falls (down) to the placement unit, and moves to the front of the display device 30 without making circumferential rotation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 21, 2009
    Publication date: July 21, 2011
    Applicants: SHOWA DENKO K.K., SHOWA ALUMINUM CAN CORPORATION
    Inventors: Tadanao Ito, Kenji Fujinuma, Youichi Kanai
  • Publication number: 20110168653
    Abstract: A display retraction assembly for a multi-display visualization device is provided comprising a first track in a first vertical plane, a second track in a second vertical plane offset from the first track, a display support member operably connected to the first track and second track and a display connected to the display support member wherein the display is movable simultaneously with the display support member along the first track and second track.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2010
    Publication date: July 14, 2011
    Inventors: Chris Garrett, Doug Betts, Clint Collins
  • Publication number: 20110146422
    Abstract: A sample tray assembly includes a first tray. The first tray defines a first slot and is disposed on a generally horizontally-oriented plane. The sample tray assembly also includes a second tray adjacent to the first tray. The second tray is configured for translational movement substantially parallel to the generally horizontally-oriented plane of the first tray between a retracted position and an extended position. The second tray defines a second slot. The second slot and the first slot are substantially aligned when the second tray is in the retracted position. The sample tray additionally includes a base member supporting the first tray. The second tray is slidably coupled with the base member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2009
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Inventors: Daniel R. Wiederin, Gary Barrett
  • Publication number: 20110139733
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an apparatus, system, and method of use for a storage racking system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 8, 2010
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Applicant: J&D Global., Ltd.
    Inventors: Dennis Hartman, John Terry
  • Publication number: 20110142408
    Abstract: An equipment mounting frame comprising two side support structures of a selected height, each of which side support structures (a) comprises one or more upright members defining a width of that side support structure, and (b) comprises a foot structure extending from at least one end of the upright member(s), the foot structure defining a depth of that side support structure and extending across at least one quarter (preferably at least half, more preferably at least three quarters, especially preferably substantially all) of the said width, and (c) carries an upright series or row of fixing members, wherein the two side support structures are connectable together at a distance from each other to enable equipment trays or boxes to be mounted in superposed array between the side structures by means of the said fixing members, characterised in that the said side support structures each with the said foot structure(s) extending therefrom are formed to be nestable together when unconnected to each other for shipm
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 13, 2009
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Inventors: Johan Geens, Erik Keustermans, Jozef Willekens
  • Publication number: 20110139732
    Abstract: A placemat holder that allows a user to house placemats within the body of the structure. The placemat holder attaches to the front or side of a refrigerator.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2010
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Inventor: Reynaldo CABANBAN
  • Publication number: 20110139734
    Abstract: A deployment system and associated products utilize a magazine for holding and dispensing the products. The products may have any of a number of internal and external trusses that may be in tension and/or compression for rigidifying the product in selected directions. Thus the product may be shaped to fit a predetermined contour. The magazine may be supported on a deployment vehicle for ease of deployment of the product.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2011
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Inventor: Michael V. Pavlov
  • Patent number: 7959014
    Abstract: A mask stand for accommodating different size anesthesia masks when not attached to an anesthesia circuit or a patient's airway is provided. The mask stand includes a base; and a releasable securing means attached to a bottom surface of the base for securing the base to and releasing the base from any flat surface within an anesthesia environment. The base includes a first holding groove that extends along a top surface for receiving a first sized anesthesia mask; and a second holding groove that extends along the top surface for receiving a second sized anesthesia mask. The first and second holding grooves are positioned in a parallel configuration with respect to each other and are cylindrical in shape so as to accommodate a cylindrical portion of respective anesthesia masks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Inventor: Thomas J. Dredla, IV
  • Publication number: 20110132856
    Abstract: The present invention includes a rack with a centerpiece configured to hold and display tokens and headgear. In one exemplary embodiment, this invention comprises a display rack with a plurality of grooves and a skull molded centerpiece. The grooves may span the majority of the width of the top surface of the base or may be shorter. Multiple grooves may be aligned to form a single row across the top surface of the base. According to an exemplary embodiment, a front of the base may be at a shorter height than a rear of the base such as to allow a sloped surface that more prominently displays contents of the rack. Furthermore, the rack may include two or more feet that elevate the rack.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2010
    Publication date: June 9, 2011
    Inventor: Marvin J. Meeks
  • Publication number: 20110108500
    Abstract: A joist mounted storage system having a pair of saddles, each of which rest upon and about adjacent joists. Extending upwardly from the saddles are arms between which pulleys are suspended and supported for the purpose of raising and lowering objects for storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2010
    Publication date: May 12, 2011
    Inventor: William James Sheffield
  • Publication number: 20110108501
    Abstract: A painting device storage apparatus including a storage rack configured to fit within a cavity defined by a receptacle having a bottom and wall structure extending upwardly from the bottom. The storage rack includes a platform with a central post extending upwardly from the platform. The storage rack further includes a series of other posts extending upwardly from the platform. These other posts are each sized to hold a paint roller cover thereon. Each post is arranged in predetermined radially spaced relation from the central post and from each other. The posts are arranged relative to each other such that paint roller covers carried thereon are arranged non-contacting relation with other paint roller covers on adjacent posts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2009
    Publication date: May 12, 2011
    Inventor: Russell P. Ambrosen
  • Publication number: 20110072870
    Abstract: A key conversion workstation converts conventional keys, in their many shapes and sizes, into a key assembly having a standardized head that can be used, among other uses, within a key organizing device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2010
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Applicant: KEYPORT, INC.
    Inventor: Josh Downes
  • Publication number: 20110073552
    Abstract: A continuous rod transport system has a reel with a cage and a removable hub. The cage has support members interconnected by rings to hold the rod coiled in the cage. The removable hub has extending arms that removably attach to the cage's support members. Locks on the ends of the arms can removably lock the hub to the cages. Because the hub is removable, the cage with coiled rod can be shipped separate from the hub, thereby significantly reducing the transportation weight. Preferably, the cage has a diameter of 14-ft so two cages can be held on a stand and can be transported in overseas containers. In this way, the coiled rod in the cage can be transported to various areas in less costly and time-consuming ways than currently available.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 28, 2009
    Publication date: March 31, 2011
    Applicant: WEATHERFORD/LAMB, INC.
    Inventors: Hermann Basler, Jonathan Paul Penner
  • Publication number: 20110062098
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a collapsible rack for storing and transporting cadavers and human bodies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2009
    Publication date: March 17, 2011
    Inventor: Michael P. Richardson
  • Publication number: 20110061690
    Abstract: A magazine device (1) for storing a large number of blow moulds (10) outside a working mode of the blow moulds (10), which blow moulds (10) serve for transforming plastic preforms into plastic containers and which are in each case composed of multiple parts. According to the invention, the magazine device (1) comprises at least one cleaning device (2) for cleaning at least one region of the blow moulds (10).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2010
    Publication date: March 17, 2011
    Inventor: Martin Seger
  • Patent number: 7905362
    Abstract: The invention relates to a display stand for articles such as cosmetic products. The inventive display stand consists of a vertical board (1) comprising a rear face (4) and a front face (5). According to the invention, the front face is formed at least partially by a plurality of first panels (7) and a plurality of second panels (8) which are inclined in relation to the first panels (7), said first panels (7) being designed to receive the articles (10). Moreover, at least one of the second panels (8) is equipped with a reflective surface (8a) such that an image of the articles positioned on the opposing first panel (7) are visible on the second panel (8) to a person facing the board (1).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2011
    Assignee: Parfums Christian Dior
    Inventor: Hedi Slimane
  • Patent number: 7900881
    Abstract: A stand for a musical instrument is sturdy, durable and easy to construct. The stand supports a musical instrument, such as a guitar, in a substantially upright, readily accessible manner, yet the stand is easy to disassemble for ready transport or store in a low volume configuration. One embodiment of a stand includes a base for supporting a lower section of a musical instrument and a detachable neck that engages an upper section of the musical instrument. The base includes a front support rod, a back support rod spaced apart and extending parallel to the front support rod and a pair of side support rods extending between and connecting the front support rod and the back support rod. A plurality of legs extend from the base to provide stability. The neck support can be magnetically secured to the base in a substantially upright position when the stand is in an assembled configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 21, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Inventor: Anthony J. Campagna
  • Patent number: 7900773
    Abstract: A tray adapted to be mounted on the top of a portable amplifier having a handle on the top of the amplifier including a top surface. The top surface is particularly adapted to receive musical accessories. At least one rear wall and two side walls is provided. Each wall is adjacent to the top surface. Each wall has a bottom edge extending below the top surface, forming a cavity. A clip is attached to the tray and received in the cavity. The clip includes a protrusion adapted to be received by the handle of the amplifier for securing the tray to the top of the amplifier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Inventor: Kent P. Irish
  • Publication number: 20110049068
    Abstract: A storage rack is provided that exhibits an optical illusion that some of the items stored in the rack have disappeared in all or in part.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2010
    Publication date: March 3, 2011
    Inventor: Anthony B. Potter