Abstract: A modular storage system (240, 300) is described. A module (10) includes a back panel (12), a left and a right side panel (14a, 14b), and a top and a bottom panel (16). The side panels (14a, 14b,) have a substantially flat outer side and a ridged inner side comprised of alternating evenly spaced pins (18) and tails (20). Multiple modules (10) are connected to each other through various connector means (35, 37, 40) that slidably insert into the tails (20) of the side panels (14a, 14b). Various storage inserts (201, 209, 212, 219, 230, 252) are slidably insertable into the tails 20 of the side panels (14a, 14b). The configuration of the modules (10) and the inserts (201, 209, 212, 219, 230, 252) are customizable.

Abstract: The wall mounted bracket support system includes a set of wall-based mounting brackets that are secured to a linear wall surface, and which enable an inner support assembly to attach, and hang there from. The inner support assembly is configured to secure and support an object thereon, and is able to attach to a swiveling tailgate support assembly or simply hang adjacent the linear wall surface.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lockable eyewear display system. One embodiment of the system includes a support frame on which the eyewear is placed, a lock that secures the eyewear to the frame, and a key that removes the lock from the frame. The device may further include an anchor connected to the frame that anchors the frame to a fixture or display object such as a rack or furniture. In another embodiment, the eyewear display device includes an articulating joint allowing at least a portion of the support frame to be swiveled.

Abstract: A mobile object apparatus is provided. The mobile object apparatus includes an object having a first function; a moving unit that is capable of moving so as to move the object; a driving unit configured to drive the moving unit; and a receiver configured to receive a command from outside. The driving unit controls the moving unit according to the command received so that a second function is achieved.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure generally provide a rack for storing floats. A float rack may comprise a vertical support post, a plurality of slip-Ts and a plurality of float support arms. The vertical support post will typically have a top end and a bottom end. The slip-Ts are connected to the vertical support post to provide a rotating joint about the vertical support post. The float support arms are attached to the slip-Ts.

Abstract: The present invention provides a lockable eyewear display system. One embodiment of the system includes a support frame on which the eyewear is placed, a lock that secures the eyewear to the frame, and a key that removes the lock from the frame. The device may further include an anchor connected to the frame that anchors the frame to a fixture or display object such as a rack or furniture. In another embodiment, the eyewear display device includes an articulating joint allowing at least a portion of the support frame to be swiveled.

Abstract: A tool storage and organization apparatus featuring a rotating tool carousel comprising a base to which two interconnected storage panels are attached which store and organize tools and hardware; a central axle extending through the intersection of the storage panels, the first end extends downwardly through the base and the second end extends upwardly past the storage panels; two mounting brackets for mounting to a wall; a base arm pivotally attached to each mounting bracket at the bottom end, the base arms cooperate to engage the first end of the axle; and a top arm pivotally attached to each mounting bracket at the top end, the top arms cooperate to engage the second end of the axle; wherein the tool carousel is permitted to rotate freely in a first direction or second direction either with respect to the axle or along with the axle.

Abstract: A carousel for display of elongated merchandise comprising a lower pole, a center pole and an upper pole which fit together, a rotatable cylindrical sleeve mounted on the center pole, the sleeve having two hubs, one hub attached to each end of the sleeve, each hub having a plurality of cone shaped recesses for receiving a product holder, a clam shell product holder having a portion adapted to hold an elongated product, the clam shell holder having a cone shaped member which fits into the cone shaped recesses.

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 articulating overhead storage device includes a spine of a predetermined length with an upper and lower end regions. An article holder is releasably connected to the spine to securely and releaseably hold at least a portion of an article, such as athletic equipment, sporting goods, clothing, tools, and/or other articles for storage. The spine is articularly fixed at its upper end region to an anchor plate which in turn is secured to an overhead surface thereby allowing articulation of the spine between a generally horizontal and a generally vertical position. The lower end region of the spine is releasably fixed to a foundation plate which in turn is secured to an overhead surface. In a preferred embodiment, the spine is detachable from the anchor plate. In another embodiment, the lower end region of the spine is releasably attached to a base receiver fixed to and projecting up from a floor stand to allow the spine to remain in a generally vertical position when detached from the anchor plate.

Abstract: A system for transporting inventory includes an inventory holder and a mobile drive unit. The inventory holder includes a frame capable of storing inventory items and a docking plate capable of receiving a docking head from underneath. The mobile drive unit, includes a docking head capable of coupling to the docking plate and a drive module capable of propelling the mobile drive unit. The mobile drive unit is further capable to move the inventory holder when the docking head is coupled to the inventory holder.

Abstract: Merchandising devices are described for holding, displaying, dispensing, and organizing different types of products typically found in the rough electrical aisle of a retail store.

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 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.

Abstract: A square hollow and vertically extending pole having floor engaging and ceiling engaging structure on the opposed ends thereof and a plurality of vertically and horizontally spaced openings therein. An attachment having a pair of pegs thereon engaging a pair of vertically spaced openings in the pole and also having a supporting portion for supporting an item placed thereon and an overlying portion for closely overlying an item placed thereon.

Abstract: Systems and techniques for more efficient checkout are described. A triangular carousel having a relatively small footprint is employed proximate a bar code scanner and point of sale (POS) terminal so that a checker can efficiently load scanned items into bags, and a customer on the other side of the checkout counter and proximate the bar code scanner can also efficiently load filled bags into his or her shopping cart.

Abstract: A bracket (10) which is adapted to carry an item of merchandise (12) on a retail display fixture (11) includes a mounting member (16) adapted to be attached to the fixture (11). A support frame (24) is adapted to carry the merchandise (12) and is pivotally attached to the mounting member (16) so that the merchandise (12) may be carried at a selected angle relative to the fixture (11). An adjustment plate (22) carried by the mounting member (16) has apertures (23) therein to receive a protuberance (35) carried by the support frame (24) to maintain the support frame (24) at the selected angle relative to the mounting member (16). The support frame (24) includes laterally spaced, longitudinally extending side members (25) which include posts (26) receivable in hollow arms (27) at selected lateral positions to adjust the lateral space between the side members (25). Selected of a series of apertures (31) in the side members (25) receive a bolt (32) to hold the merchandise (12) on the support frame (24).

Abstract: The present invention provides a rotating implement storage device to store garden implements and similar tools in garages, tool sheds, or like storage facilities where storage space has traditionally been linear along a wall. The device of the present invention permits more efficient use of limited storage space by providing a suspended, rotating carousel attached to a mounting bracket having a plurality of retaining hooks or brackets about the periphery of the carousel upon which a variety of implements are retained. Preferably, the device is mounted to a solid support and has a swivelling S-shaped rigid shaft from which the rotating storage carousel is suspended thereby allowing the carousel to rotate freely and providing for improved storage of various implements as well as improved accessability to those implements.

Abstract: A display unit for media such as books, audio and video cassettes, etc. includes a rotating tower-type array of shelves and a supporting framework which is mountable to a rigid, vertically oriented panel, such as the end panel of a bookcase. The rotatable tower is mounted between the free ends of a pair of horizontal support arms which are fixedly supported at their other ends by a vertical column and a cross-arm which extends across and is fixedly attached at its mid-point to the upper end of the vertical column. A pair of U-shaped members are mounted to opposite ends of the cross-arm and are rotatable with respect thereto about the horizontal, longitudinal axis of the cross-arm. The unit is mounted to the panel by the U-shaped members passing around the side edges of the panel so that one of the legs of each member contacts the rear side of the panel while the remainder of the unit rests against the front side.

Abstract: An improved display rack (10) which is supported by existing facilities such as existing shelving (44), an existing suspended ceiling (50) or the floor (48). The improved display rack (20) provides a rotatable display unit (20) and a securing assembly (36) for securing the improved display rack (10) to the existing facilities. The improved display rack (10) may be used to display such things as ceiling fan pulls, postcards, greeting cards, key chains, and comic books. The improved display rack (10) can provide a hinge (70) such that the rotatable display unit (20) can be pivoted away from the existing facility.

Abstract: The present invention is an upright revolving display stand (10,10') of the type for displaying articles of merchandise (66,66') and of the type supported by both a base floor portion (12,12') and an upright wall portion. (14,14') extending from the base floor portion (12,12'). The display stand (10,10') is characterized by a display rack (46,46') coupled to the pole (24,24').

Abstract: A vertically oriented, peripherally defined, and rotatably mounted column defines a plurality of spaced sets of similar spaced holes to receive and support the shanks of elongate fasteners. The column carries, between sets of spaced holes, a plurality of "L" shaped brackets, each having upturned support arms spaced radially outward from the column to receive and support a plurality of annular washers or nuts thereon. The column is rotatably mounted on a bracket for support on either horizontal or vertical surfaces. The column supports fasteners for sorting, display, and storage and may be used as a merchandising container for such products. A second species provides a plurality of cylinders that are rotatably supported in spaced circular array on a medial stand that provides additional means for storage of a stock of fastening devices.

Abstract: A necktie storage rack has an elongated U-shaped hosuing mounted horizontally. An elongated slide with an external shape complementary to the inside of the housing can slide longitudinally in the housing from a retracted position essentially completely within the housing to an extended position with about half of the slide extending forwardly from the housing. Three posts extend downwardly from the slide and a wheel is rotatably mounted on each of the posts. The wheels are designed to elastically snap onto the posts. A number of radially extending legs on the wheel are used for hanging neckties. The entire assembly can be fabricated of injection molded plastic and connected together without any fasteners except screws for supporting the tie rack in a closet. The back of the housing can be secured to a wall and a forward portion of the housing suspended from a closet hanger bar by a pair of side-by-side clamps fastened together by a single screw.

Abstract: A livestock feeding apparatus (10) comprises a feeding bin unit (13) rotatably disposed relative to both the inside and outside of a stall (100). The feeding apparatus is provided with a locking unit (15) that captively engages a rotatable panel closure unit (12) bearing the feeding bin unit (13) relative to a framework unit (11) installed in the front panel (101) of the stall (100). The feeding bin unit (13) can be disposed in a captive engagement within the stall (100) by the actuation of the locking unit (15) on the outside of the stall.

Abstract: A revolving storage device useful for organizing and storing small items in a multiplicity of containers. The device provides a drum assembly comprised of spaced-apart multi-sided end caps to which an equal number of side panels disposed therebetween, are affixed. The side panels include recessed receptacles for receiving the containers. The assembly exhibits structural integrity by virtue of the joints between adjacent panels formed of mitered edges and an internal ledge within the end caps on which the extremities of the side panels rest. The end caps include unitary shaft stubs which are engaged by a bracket to provide support for the assembly. A simple but effective detent system employing a protuberance in the bracket and depressions in an end cap permit desired angular orientations of the device.

Abstract: A rotatable shower caddy which can be securely attached to a shower wall having compartments for the storage of bath products such as shampoo, hair conditioner, soap, shaving cream, razors and the like. The shower caddy is generally cylindrical in shape, constructed of relatively inexpensive, corrosion-resistant, easy to clean materials such as plastic or plexiglass. The caddy is easy to assemble and disassemble for installation, storage and cleaning. In includes top and bottom caps which are connected together by a central, vertical rod and a compartmentalized mid-section which rotates around the central, vertical rod.

Abstract: The invention relates to a carded goods merchandiser comprising a plurality of like racks each of which has a plurality of horizontally extending vertically spaced fingers thereon and a like plurality of vertically spaced apertures horizontally aligned with said fingers. The fingers of each rack are accepted in the apertures of an adjacent normally related rack to form a rigid free standing rectangular array. The fingers on each rack have vertical web portions that are accepted in vertical slots of merchandise mounting cards.

Abstract: The disclosure is of a frame member rotatable about a vertical axis, with means in the rotative system for locking the frame member in 180.degree. positions and also for permitting relative movement relative to the rotative means whereby a frame member may be integrated with respect to a stationary wall opening. The rotatable means is a circular race with indentations at 180.degree. positions.

Abstract: An apparatus for providing a portable station in which an article may be suspended and coated. The article may remain within the apparatus for drying, or be removed to another location. The apparatus includes a support base capable of being suspended from a generally vertical surface, a beam connected to and extended generally longitudinally horizontally from the support base, at least two first hangers are rotatably depended from the beam and the first hangers are also positioned in spaced relationship relative to each other and from the support base. The apparatus may also suitably include a second hanger for each first hanger. Each second hanger is suspended from each respective first hanger, and is engagably detachable therefrom. The apparatus further includes a drop curtain which is suspended from the generally horizontal beam. The drop curtain collects any stray droppings or spray mist which occur during the coating application of the article.

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.