Abstract: A storage carousel is disclosed which includes multiple vertically displaced carousel frames (1) independently rotatable on a common axis (6). Each of the carousel frames have ridges (5) for removable mounting a plurality of storage bins (9, 10, 11 and 12) in side-by-side relationship for access by a user.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a storage apparatus, including: a base; an axle unit, supported on the base; a first storage-access unit and a plurality of storage units of which the bottoms correspond to the base and arranged in a first circle; a plurality of second storage units of which the bottoms correspond to the base and arranged in a second circle; a first rotating unit connected with the tops of the first storage units; a first cover unit connected with the tops of the second storage units; and a plurality of first rolling units connected with the first rotating unit, wherein the first storage-access unit and the first storage units can rotate relative to the second storage units. Accordingly, the storage apparatus of the present invention can be employed in storing and accessing the products independently.

Abstract: Disclosed is a tool box set fastener, which include a first fastening structure, which has mounting base fixedly fastened to a vertical wall or upright support and a coupling unit formed integral with the mounting base, and a second fastening structure, which is connectable to a tool box set to secure the tool box set to the first fastening structure and has a coupling base connectable to the coupling unit of the first fastening structure.

Abstract: Disclosed is a sample storage apparatus in that a multilayered rotary table is formed in a liquid nitrogen vessel, so that a plurality of sample storage boxes is stored in the multilayered rotary table, whereby it can effectively and maximally ensure the space for storing the samples.

Abstract: An organizer that may be mounted on either a wall, wall to ceiling, ceiling, or many other ways, using limited space, and using jars for storage. It has eight wooden slats that have jars attached. There are either six or seven jars, depending on the jar size, attached to the eight rows. The lids are fastened to the slats, and the jars can be opened by unscrewing them from their lids. There are handles on one end to rotate the storage system, and a ratchet on the interior to prevent slipping. The ratchet allows rotation in only one direction. Because they are transparent, the jars allow the user to visually select what the user is looking for. These jars can hold anything from hobby supplies to nuts and bolts. Potential applications range from garage organizing to commercial applications. It can be mounted in a commercial van for electricians or plumbers.

Abstract: The present invention features a telescopic turntable to allow a user to decorate a bakery item at various heights comprising a base for supporting a tube in a vertical position, a cake tray at the top of the tube, and a utensil tray at the middle portion of the tube.

Abstract: A compact multi-unit carousel of the present invention contains multiple t-shirt bag racks in which the arms for holding the handles of the T-shirt are parallel to one another and supported by extensions that are radially approximately 120 degrees from each other.

Abstract: A drill bit holding device for holding drill bits and attaching to a column of a drill press comprising a base attachable to the drill press column, a rotating plate rotatably attached to the base via a bolt assembly, and a removable drill bit holder having a plurality of drill bit holes for holding drill bits disposed atop the rotating plate.

Abstract: A rotary fitting for a corner cupboard comprises a supporting column; fastening members for the supporting column; an article-carrying member rotating about the supporting column; and a rotary bearing between the supporting column and the article-carrying member. The rotary bearing has a first component mounted on the supporting column and having an upper side with at least three circular tracks that extend round the supporting column, and comprise two opposite sloping regions arranged between a lower portion and an upper portion of the track each, the sloping regions which slope in the same direction of all circular tracks being distributed around the supporting column; and a second component mounted on the article-carrying member and having an underside on which one complementary circular track having lower and upper portions and opposite sloping regions is provided per each circular track on the upper side of the first component.

Abstract: An article organizer providing a plurality of hanger elements coupled to one or more hanger supports each rotatably coupled to a corresponding one or more members one of which mounts in fixed relation to a support surface.

Abstract: Disclosed is a sample storage apparatus in that a multilayered rotary table is formed in a liquid nitrogen vessel, so that a plurality of sample storage boxes is stored in the multilayered rotary table, whereby it can effectively and maximally ensure the space for storing the samples.

Abstract: A shelf system is shown and described. A post has an aperture. A pin is configured to extend through that aperture. The pin has a head having a first circumference and a body having a second circumference. A collar is configured to encircle the post and rest on the pin head and body. In operation the collar, and any associated shelf, is able to rotate smoothly and stably around the post.

Abstract: A jewelry holder and display includes an upstanding elongated stem or post the lower end of which is secured to a circular base which, in turn, is rotatably supported on a larger diameter primary base such that the upstanding stem can readily rotate about its longitudinal axis. The stem supports radially located extending pegs and also supports at its upper end a generally cylindrical cup-shaped receptacle member having a plurality of radially located extending pegs selectively secured to its outer circumference for supporting jewelry items such as necklaces, bracelets, watches and the like. The receptacle member has an internal chamber to receive small items of jewelry, such as rings and cuff links. A cover is provided to releasably cover an upper opening in the receptacle chamber which may be lined with a soft felt and can receive a ring support cushion.

Abstract: A rotary display rack having at least one hub disposed on a support column and a means for selectively positioning the hub on the support column.

Abstract: A jewelry display holder includes at least three inverted U-shaped parts connectable to each other, a platform, a base, rings, and earring holder. The inverted U-shaped parts being are placed on the platform, and each of the inverted U-shaped parts has substantially parallel and uneven legs and arch-like transversal portion. Shorter legs in the inverted U-shaped parts lean against each other, whereas longer legs stand on the platform. The longer legs are equidistant from each other and give support to the inverted U-shaped parts. Additional display elements made as S-shaped hooks are attached to the arch-like transversal portions of the inverted U-shaped parts. The platform is made rotatable relative to the base, the rings are mounted via extensions between the legs in each of the inverted U-shaped parts and differ from each other by the height at which they are installed.

Abstract: A storage and retention unit for gas cylinders is provided wherein a movable inner frame defines a plurality of cylinder receptacles which are indexed from an opening in a surrounding outer frame about an axis such that any cylinder within a receptacle is restrained by the outer frame and inner frame as it advances about the axis until the receptacle returns to the opening.

Abstract: An inventory control system includes a storage module having a continuous track and a plurality of individual storage units stacked in multiple columns or rows. Each storage unit is engaged with the track for selective movement along the track. An inventory control unit is associated with the storage module and has a user interface, a processor, a memory, and a mechanism for inputting object information, including storage unit placement. The processor receives the object information from the inputting mechanism, and stores the object information in the memory for user access therefrom via the user interface.

Abstract: A jewelry display and case provides specific mounts for necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings in a tree like arrangement with branches for holding earrings, a trunk for necklaces, a base for rings and a mount secured to the trunk for bracelets. The branches provides holes for pierced earrings and an upward tilt to secure clip-on earrings. The entire arrangement is able to rotate for viewing the jewelry. A transparent cover extends over the tree arrangement and has a door for access. In an alternate embodiment, instead of branches, the jewelry is mounted on one or more rings supported on the trunk.

Abstract: The present application regards a holder for example for filing of paper. The holder includes a bottom plate on which it is assembled a central rotating supporting plate. In the central of the two plates a vertical shaft is mounted. The supporting plate and the vertical shaft are rotatable in relation to the bottom plate. On the shaft one or more binder mechanism from ring binders are assembled vertically, that is alongside the shaft. The filing in the holder is done by placing the object to be filed into for example pockets of clear plastic, which is kept by the binder mechanism from the ring binders, which is assembled on the vertical and rotatable placed shaft.

Abstract: A display system may include a frame, column connection members connected to the frame, and column members rotatably connected to the column connection members. The display system may also include a magnetic drive assembly carried by the frame that engages the column connection members to selectively rotate the column members. The magnetic drive assembly may include a power source, energizing members connected to the power source, and column movement members connected to the column connection members. The energizing members may include an electromagnet, and the column movement members may be positioned spaced-apart from and overlying the energizing members. The electromagnet of the energizing members may be selectively energized to form a magnetic field between the energizing members and the column movement members to selectively cause rotation of the column members.

Abstract: An accessory basket for a washing machine includes a substantially cylindrical basket member having a bottom end with a centrally disposed aperture thereon. A plurality of slots radially extend from the aperture allowing the basket to be placed over a washing machine agitator. The top end of the basket is open allowing accessory articles such a shoes to be placed within the basket. A lid a placed over the top end of the basket to secure the accessory items therein. Accordingly, operation of the washing machine will result in the articles being shifted about within the basket thereby minimizing noise and damage to the washing machine or article.

Abstract: Storage units of standard, new or used wood stave barrels, mounted on end on a rotating platform and having a side opening cut-out to the interior for access to shelving, drawers, wine racks or other storage devices fitted in the interior. The barrel is mounted on and secured to a rotatable platform that includes a turntable mechanism, the platform being specifically sized to fit inside the base recess of the barrel, so that it is hidden by the barrel lip, yet holds the barrel sufficiently off the ground to clear carpeting or other irregular flooring such as slate, brick or tile pavers, that might otherwise interfere with its rotation. The platform includes friction sliders so that the barrel rotates under hand pressure but does not spin freely. Selected feet or spacer disks are used to provide minimum needed clearance so the barrel appears to float just above the flooring surface.

Abstract: A free-standing, point-of-purchase display includes a base portion and a display portion. The display portion upwardly extends from the base portion and includes a frame having a plurality of upright members and at least one display element for supporting product for retail display. The display further includes first and second advertising panels carried by first and second upright members of the plurality of uprights, respectively.

Abstract: A rotatable stand with adjustable tightness includes a turntable, a base, at least one adjustable connecting element, and a resilient element. The turntable has a spindle, which passes through and rotates in an opening of the base.

Abstract: The dispenser includes a header. A plurality of bags is removably attached to the header. Each of the bags has a bottom section. The dispenser also includes a pouch. The pouch has a rear wall and an opening. A back sheet is integral with the rear wall of the pouch and extends to the header for attaching the pouch and the header such that the bottom sections of the bags may extend through the pouch opening and within the pouch. In this manner, bags that are detached from the header, but are not removed from the dispenser, remain in the pouch and are available for use by the next customer.

Abstract: The present invention provides a rotatable storage device including a rotatable platform configured for storing and allowing ease of access to electronic devices such as, printers, facsimile machines, computers, scanners, and others. The rotatable platform include high and low voltage receptacle for connection to the electronic devices. The high and low voltage receptacles provide power, as well as data and voice communication to the electronic devices. The receptacles are connected to a rotatable connector allowing the rotatable platform and receptacle to be rotated in unison without the twisting or tangling of the power and connecting wires. The rotatable connector can take the form of sliprings, brushes, mercury rotatable connectors, or other known devises.

Abstract: A bag and system for dispensing thermoplastic bags or the like from a stack of bags. The present system is configured for point of use dispensing to a customer, such as in the produce section of a grocery store or market. Each bag pack is dispensed from a station which includes an underlying, medially situated, angled bag pack support, configured to provide optimal support for the user in opening and removing the bag to be dispensed from the bag pack. Further contemplated is a unique cover which partially envelopes the bag pack to be dispensed, the cover defining an opening formed therethrough for the dispensing of bags therethrough, the opening configured to define the area for optimal dispensing of the bags while maintaining the remaining bags in a uniform bag pack. The cover not only facilitates uniform dispensing of bags from the pack, but also holds the pack down when the system is used in windy conditions.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, a method comprises coupling to a slotted tube a member having a passage. The method further comprises aligning a passage of an arm with the member's passage, and coupling a through-surface coupling mechanism through the aligned passages, wherein the through-surface coupling mechanism forms an axis about which the arm can rotate. According to another embodiment, a system comprises a slotted frame comprising female slots. The system further comprises a member coupled to the slotted frame, the member comprising a first through-surface coupling portion. The system further comprising an arm comprising a second through-surface coupling portion, and a through-surface coupling mechanism for coupling through the first through-surface coupling portion and the second through-surface coupling portion, thereby providing an axis about which the arm can rotate.

Abstract: An article storage display tower for storage, display and continuous easy access to the article is provided. The display tower has a top and a bottom with a cell structure having a plurality of cells positioned between the top and the bottom. Each of the cells of the tower can store and display a plurality of articles, such as compact discs, while allowing access to the articles. The cell structure is rotatably connected to a base that permits the cell structure to rotate about an axis perpendicular to the base, so that access to all cells is facilitated.

Abstract: A display system may include a frame, column connection members connected to the frame, and column members positioned adjacent one another and rotatably connected to the column connection members. Each column member may include a connector and elongate display members positioned adjacent one another and pivotally connected to the connector. The display system may also include a drive assembly carried by the frame that engages the column connection members to rotate each column member so that selective display members pivot in a predetermined direction during rotation to change the shape of the column members allowing rotation thereof when positioned adjacent one another.

Abstract: A store fixture for displaying apparel or other hangable merchandise employs a horizontal support bar that is supported at an elevated position, and at least one swing-arm hang bar is pivotally supported situated underneath the horizontal support bar. The swing-arm hang bar has one or more projecting rods or tubes serving as arms on which the hangable merchandise can be suspended. The swing arm has a sleeve journaled on a pivot that is affixed to the support arm. There is a detent arrangement provided between the pivot and the sleeve, so that the swing-arm hang bar releasably locks into a first position that is at one angle to the horizontal support bar, parallel to the support bar, and a second position that is at another angle, a right angle, to it. Store personnel can change the orientation of the hang bars by simply lifting them up slightly to release the detents and ten rotating them to the desired position. Re-arranging the hang bars does not require any tools, nor removal or installation of any parts.

Abstract: A display system may include a frame, column connection members connected to the frame, and four-sided column members positioned adjacent one another and rotatably connected to the column connection members. Each column member may include a connector and elongate display members positioned adjacent one another and pivotally connected to the connector. The display system may also include a drive assembly carried by the frame that engages the column connection members to rotate each column member so that selective display members pivot in a predetermined direction during rotation to change the shape of the column members allowing rotation thereof when positioned adjacent one another.

Abstract: A rotating display system for assisting customers in visualizing various combinations of structures used in kitchens and bathroom, such as cabinets, countertops, backsplashes, flooring, and shower walls. The rotating display system includes a cabinet display rotatably supported above a surface, a countertop display rotatably positioned above the cabinet display, and a backwash display rotatably positioned above said countertop display. The cabinet display has a plurality of sample cabinet surfaces, the countertop display has a plurality of sample countertop surfaces, and the backsplash display has a plurality of sample backsplash surfaces. The user rotates the cabinet display, the countertop display and the backsplash display to visually illustrate various options and combinations.

Abstract: This is a display device made from a baseball bat that has been cut into sections, spools, and slats. The spools and slats are re-assembled in such a way that the fact that the display device is constructed from baseball bat parts is not lost on the casual observer.

Abstract: A display system for a shopping mall or retail store environment includes a platform, a plurality of kiosks mounted on the platform, each of the kiosks including a base, a raised drum having a plurality of lights arranged in two concentric sets, and at least three panels illuminated by the lights and disposed between the base and the drum and extending radially outwardly from a central vertical axis, a podium disposed adjacent the platform and defining a workstation, a first spar connecting the drum of a first kiosk with the drum of a second kiosk, and a second spar connecting the drum of the first kiosk with the podium, with each of the first and second spars including a first end, a second end, and an uninterrupted display surface extending from adjacent the first end to adjacent the second end, the display surface arranged to receive indicia, each of the first and second spars further arranged to support electrical cable to thereby permit an electrical connection between each of the kiosks and the podium.

Abstract: A rotary display apparatus is provided having a plurality of concentric circular areas in which a plurality of concentric circular areas in which a plurality of differing magazines and other printed materials can be displayed in a circular array presenting the covers of the same to full view.

Abstract: The invention is a suspension plate system for providing access to hanks of fiber. The system may include a circular, transparent, plastic disc having a plurality of truncated conic circular bores located equidistant from the center of the disc and being substantially equidistant from each other. Each bore has a larger diameter opening on the top of the disc and a smaller diameter opening on the bottom of the disc. A plurality of generally radial slots equal in number to the number of bores are located on the disc to communicate between each bore and the outer edge of the disc. Each bore provides a device wherein a hank of fiber, cut into substantially equal lengths to other hanks and divided by color and/or nature can be presented for display and use. The hank of fiber of like color and/or nature is bound by a knob-like binder that can be captured in one of the bores, with the hank of fiber suspended down from the disc, thus locking the hank of fiber in place relative to other hanks and to the disc.

Abstract: The present invention is a display rack for goods and is primarily a wire formed structure that also employs channel rod as well as formed plastic top and bottom cap structures. In the preferred embodiment there exists a central rectangular frame structure having a base and extending upward there from to a top end portion. Each of the four sides of the central structure includes a rotating wall or door wherein each door includes a front retail side surface for retaining goods thereon and an opposite blocking paneled surface. The doors can be locked into either the retail or blocked position. Four carousels are also secured to and form an integral part of each of the four corners of the central frame. The carousels each have columns for retaining goods and one flat blocking panel column, all positioned vertically and symmetrically around each carousel perimeter. Each carousel can be locked into a gods blocking position or be unlocked and free to rotate.

Abstract: A modular corner shelving system has a plurality of panels arranged vertically stacked and spaced apart. Each panel has an upper surface, a pair of back edges, a back corner, at least one front edge, and a plurality of sockets. One of the sockets is a rear socket positioned near the back corner. Each socket defines a top receptacle accessible from the upper surface and a bottom receptacle accessible from beneath the panel. A plurality of elongate risers each have a lower end received in a top receptacle of one of the sockets of one panel and an upper end received in a bottom receptacle of a corresponding one of the sockets of an adjacently upward panel. The system can also have at least one turntable assembly positioned on one of the plurality of panels that is rotatable about a generally vertically oriented axis relative to the panel. Each rear socket can also be adapted to absorb forces applied thereat by permitting relative movement between a riser received therein and the respective panel.

Abstract: A revolving gun safety cabinet for holding and securing a plurality of rifles, shotguns and pistols. The revolving gun safety cabinet is made up of a multisided cabinet shell, a multisided storage compartment base used to support the multisided cabinet shell and to store gun accessories and supplies, a vertical post set within the center of the multisided exterior cabinet shell and a relatively large lower horizontal disk adapted to receive the butts of the rifles and shotguns held vertically upright within the revolving gun safety cabinet. There is also a relatively small upper horizontal disk adapted to receive the barrels of rifles and shotguns held vertically upright within the revolving gun safety cabinet and a locking mechanism to secure the rifles and shotguns to the vertical post.

Abstract: A rotating display holder for VCR tapes, DVD's, and video games. The holder is round and contains multiple sleeves or compartments to hold the above media items, such that the user can easily read the title of each on the spine of the item. In the preferred mode of production, the compartments are spaced apart from one another so that the user can easily place his or her fingers around the tape or DVD to conveniently pull the item from the holder. Importantly, the rotatable holder can hold a mix of VCR tapes and DVD's or games, saving a great deal of space for the user. Therefore, the holder can be placed in a cabinet with shelves for VCR's or DVD players, as well as in a wall unit or entertainment center. The rotatable holder may be produced in several sizes, such as a small and large size, and the holders can be stacked on top of one another to hold large collections of tapes, DVD's, and games. In addition, the rotatable holder may be motorized and remotely controlled.

Abstract: A storage device is designed to keep retrievably the turning parts of a hand tool. The device comprises a base, and a rotating seat mounted rotatably on the base. The base is provided with a plurality of urging blocks, each having at least one inclined face. The rotating seat is provided with a series of retaining slots and insertion slots in communication with the retaining slots. The insertion slots are corresponding in location to the urging blocks. The retaining slots are used for keeping the turning parts of the hand tool. The turning parts are caused to move upward along the inclined faces of the urging blocks so as to jut out of the retaining slots at the time when the rotating seat is turned in relation to the base.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a disc storage device with a horizontal base platform, which supports at least one platform support post rigidly attached to the base platform. The device also has rotatable disc-holding platforms with tubular spacers rotatably mounted on each post in a stacked spaced array. The stacked rotatable disc platforms rotate into a stacked storage array and pivot out of the array for easy access to and return of the discs. Each disc fits securely over a center post on the platform with the post friction fit into the center hole of the disc. More than one disc may be placed on each disc holding platform. The tubular spacers located between the disc platforms space apart the disc platforms to prevent the discs from contacting each other and contacting other disc holding platforms. The disc storage device may hold discs of different sizes.

Abstract: A device for storing up to eight saddles on a one or two level rotating rack, comprising a T-shaped base, a support pole with a plurality of hooks at the top end, and one or two collars placed at intervals along the support pole that freely rotate about the support pole. Attached to these collars are a plurality of bent U-shaped supports for holding saddles and saddle blankets.

Abstract: A rotatable storage device includes a frame member and a panel member rotatably mounted about its longitudinal axis within the frame member. The panel member includes a first surface and a second surface. The first surface includes a mirror and the second surface includes a plurality of storage areas. The rotatable storage device further has a bottom support and an upper support, the bottom support including a plurality of legs and the upper support including a plurality of wall engaging brackets. The plurality of storage areas may include, for example, a message board, a row of hooks, a storage cradle and/or a generally horizontal shelf.

Abstract: A carousel of the present invention includes a base tray including a plurality of receptacles, defined by an outer wall and at least one inner wall, and at least one mounting recess formed in the base tray. At least one tray assembly is operatively connected to the base tray for relative movement thereto. Each tray assembly includes a tray portion operatively connected to a sleeve. The tray portion includes a cylinder, a first exterior wall extending from the cylinder and a second exterior wall extending from the first exterior wall. A plurality of first receptacles are defined in the tray portion by the first exterior wall, the cylinder and at least one first interior wall. A plurality of second receptacles are defined in the tray portion by the second exterior wall, the first exterior wall and at least one second interior wall. The sleeve engages the cylinder of the tray portion in order to connect each tray portion to the base tray.

Abstract: The present invention is a display rack for goods and is primarily a wire formed structure that also employs channel rod as well as formed plastic top and bottom cap structures. In the preferred embodiment there exists a central rectangular frame structure having a base and extending upward there from to a top end portion. Each of the four sides of the central structure includes a rotating wall or door wherein each door includes a front retail side surface for retaining goods thereon and an opposite blocking paneled surface. The doors can be locked into either the retail or blocked position. Four carousels are also secured to and form an integral part of each of the four corners of the central frame. The carousels each have columns for retaining goods and one flat blocking panel column, all positioned vertically and symmetrically around each carousel perimeter. Each carousel can be locked into a gods blocking position or be unlocked and free to rotate.

Abstract: A disk-like container having a cylindrical sidewall is retained and released from a receptacle formed by a partial cylindrical back wall adapted to contact the cylindrical sidewall of the container. A first portion of the back wall extends circumferentially less than 180 degrees around the cylindrical sidewall of the container. A second portion of the back wall extends from the first portion, and cumulatively with the first portion extends circumferentially to greater than 180 degrees around the cylindrical sidewall of the container. A release tab formed by the second portion of the back wall deflects to move the second portion outward away from the cylindrical sidewall of the container to permit the container to be inserted into and removed from the receptacle. A plurality of the receptacles are formed in a single clip tray, and the clip trays may be oriented and positioned singularly or in multiple assemblies.

Abstract: A gun carousel 100 including a main post 102 secured to a base 104, a center wing 106 secured to the middle portion of main post 102, and a top cabinet 108 secured to the upper end of main post 102. The base 104 incorporates slots 110 for receiving rifle butts, while the center wing 106 incorporates a set of cutouts 112 for receiving rifle upper portions. Top cabinet 108 has a top panel 114, a bottom panel 116, side panels 118, and doors 120 secured by hinges 122. Doors 120 may incorporate inserts 124 having images thereon. Bottom panel 116 connects to main post 102 through a flange 126.

Abstract: A rotary shelf assembly mechanism has shelves mounted on a vertical post arrangement formed by a first lower post and a second upper post. The mechanism is connected to a cabinet by upper and lower mounting brackets interacting with the top and bottom of the cabinet to support the posts and shelves carried thereby. The mechanism is mounted in the corner of the cabinet. To fit the mechanism within the cabinet, a height adjustment device is formed by positioning the second upper post in the upper end of the first lower post for slidable movement therebetween. When securement of the two joined posts and mounted shelves is desired, the slidably movable second upper post is extended upwardly until it engages the upper mounting bracket mounted on the cabinet. An elongated recess in the second upper post aligns with an opening in the first lower post, and a threaded member extends into a casting positioned within the upper post.