Towel Service Type Patents (Class 211/6)
  • Patent number: 10405452
    Abstract: A rack cover assembly including a first side cover and a second side cover. The first side cover may include a first tensioner and a first flexible rectangular sheet. The first tensioner may be coupled to the first flexible rectangular sheet at or near a first lateral edge. The first tensioner may include a first tensioner height that is less than a first sheet height between the first top edge and the first bottom edge. The second cover may include a second tensioner and a second flexible rectangular sheet configured to couple with the first flexible rectangular sheet. The second tensioner may be coupled to the second flexible rectangular sheet at or near a second lateral edge. The second tensioner may include a second tensioner height that is less than a second sheet height between the second top edge and the second bottom edge.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2019
    Assignee: Level 3 Communications, LLC
    Inventors: Steven E. Drake, Eric R. Peake
  • Patent number: 10383437
    Abstract: A kit, including first and second structural members, each having an elongated, generally flat intermediate member with a proximal end and a distal end and a first face and an oppositely disposed second face, an elongated, generally flat notched distal member connected to and extending from the distal end of the elongated, generally flat intermediate member, and an elongated proximal member connected to and extending from the proximal end of the elongated, generally flat intermediate member. Respective elongated slots for receiving a dowel rod formed in the first face of the first elongated proximal member and the second face of the second elongated proximal member. A plurality of fastener apertures are formed through the elongated proximal member. The kit also includes a pair of dowel rods for engaging the elongated slots and a plurality of fasteners for securing the first and second structural members to a locker wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2019
    Inventor: Steven J. O'Day
  • Patent number: 10292544
    Abstract: Dr. Tinkle's Potty Pal is an electronic toilet paper dispenser for ages 2+. The invention is configured to freely stand within a home restroom and provide interactive learning to a child while seated on the toilet. Power is preferably provided by a lithium battery for long-term use. Once powered on, interactivity of the device is preferably triggered by motion sensor. The interactivity preferably includes flashing lights, sounds and music to entertain the user while learning. All mechanics/electronic components, as well as, the toilet paper roll is preferably housed within the locked top cabinet (or head) of the product. A height controllable stand is used to allow for preferred height placement, and a preferably round base is used for stability and secure placement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 4, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2019
    Inventors: Amber Bonner, Michelle D Davis
  • Patent number: 8973297
    Abstract: Consistent with various embodiments, a firearm securing apparatus comprises a first surface configured and arranged to secure the apparatus to a support structure. Sidewalls extend away from the support structure and are configured and arranged to surround and support the butt of a firearm. A securing component is configured and arranged to prevent removal of the butt of the firearm from between the sidewalls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2015
    Assignee: Evergreen Asset Management, LLC
    Inventors: Jerry Dean Boggess, David Sumner Tucker
  • Patent number: 4875592
    Abstract: A drying rack for drying wet cloths, such as towels and washcloths. A substantially rectangular enclosure is provided having a pair of openings that are laterally spaced from each other, and a curved drying surface extends between the openings. The enclosure includes a drip pan for catching and collecting water that drips from wet cloths that lie on the drying surface. The drip pan is removable from the enclosure for discarding the collected water, and a screen is positioned within the enclosure between the drying surface and the drip pan to prevent cloths from falling into the drip pan, while permitting water to pass therethrough. In one form of the invention a towel dispenser is provided on one side of the enclosure, and the towel dispenser is adapted to receive and contain a stack of dry cloths ready for use. In another form of the invention a removable used cloth enclosure is provided that can be selectively attached next to and removed from attachment relative to the clean towel holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 1988
    Date of Patent: October 24, 1989
    Inventor: George W. Waller
  • Patent number: 4729482
    Abstract: A towel bar includes a tube and a bracket on each side of the tube. The brackets can be secured to a wall to support the tube a predetermined distance from the wall. A plurality of rollers are placed over the tube adjacent to each other. The rollers operate independently of each other, and may be multi-colored, if desired. One towel may be removed from the towel bar without displacing other towels on the bar. The rollers may be installed on the tube by consumers, without having to patch holes in the wall and create new holes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 1987
    Date of Patent: March 8, 1988
    Inventor: Robert W. Nicholson