Abstract: A case is formed with a box main body and a cover. This box includes a locking member for keeping the box main body and the cover attached to each other, and a pair of temporarily locking members for absorbing a rattle generated between the box main body and the cover. The locking member is mounted on the center of a sidewall of the case. The temporarily locking members are mounted on both ends of the sidewall between which the locking member is interposed. The temporarily locking members are temporarily locked together simultaneously with an engagement of the locking member, and unlocked by bending the sidewall when the locking member is disengaged.

Abstract: A three-piece pocket-size container for holding a consumer product such as smokeless tobacco product in an interior volume of a perimeter band which has a base locked to a lower rim portion and an openable cover on an upper rim of the perimeter band. When closed, the cover, the perimeter band and the base form a flush exterior sidewall of the container. The base and cover can be metal and the perimeter band can be transparent (clear, tinted or colored) or opaque plastic to provide a container that maintains product freshness, and is easily opened and closed.

Abstract: A paint tray system has a paint tray with an upper circumferential land having an upwardly projecting dowel at each corner. A paint tray liner has a medial portion substantially conforming to an inside surface of the paint tray and a peripheral liner lip extending over the land. The liner lip has four corner holes receiving the four corner dowels. A paint tray lid has a peripheral lid lip extending over the land, the lid lip having four corner holes receiving the four corner dowels.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention include a chamber body having at least one of a top or bottom decoupled from the sidewalls of the chamber body. The invention is suitable for use as a load lock chamber, substrate transfer chamber and vacuum processing chambers, among others.

Abstract: A container assembly is provided that includes a base container that has an upper opening and an upper container mounted in covering relation over the upper opening of the base container. A linkage connects the upper container to the base container in a manner that allows the upper container to be displaced from the covering relation over the upper opening of the base container, so as to permit access into the base container through the upper opening. A support assembly is spaced from the base container when the upper container is displaced from the covering relation over the upper opening of the base container and wheels are disposed toward a lower portion of the container assembly. A handle is provided for rollingly transporting the container assembly on the wheels in a tilted configuration.

Abstract: A food consumption appliance having a first chamber and a second chamber, where the first chamber contains a liquid and the second chamber contains a dry comestible, where each chamber has an opening into a common mouthpiece so that when the appliance is tipped, the liquid and dry comestible exit into the mouthpiece.

Abstract: A stacking tower assembly for displaying, storing, and transporting jewelry includes a lower stacking unit, an intermediate stacking unit, and a cover stacking unit. The lower stacking unit has a bottom wall, a continuous side wall, and a recess located on an inner surface of the continuous side wall. The walls forming a first storage compartment. The intermediate stacking unit has a bottom wall, a continuous side wall, a recess located on an inner surface of the continuous side wall, and a flange having a locking element extending from the bottom wall. The walls of the intermediate stacking unit forming a second storage compartment. The cover stacking unit has a top wall and a flange having a locking element extending from the top wall. The lower stacking unit, the intermediate stacking unit, and the cover stacking unit being detachably connected to form a unitary structure.

Abstract: A water storage and delivery assembly includes stackable compartments, each compartment having a planar bottom wall, opposed side walls, and opposed end walls, forming a reservoir. Frusto-conically shaped conduits having open large first ends are fixed to peripheries of openings in the bottom walls, and open smaller second ends are disposed below upper edges of the side and end walls. The assembly further includes a bottom-most compartment of the same construction but having no openings in the bottom wall thereof. Water poured into a first conduit is flowable through a plurality of first conduits to the bottom-most compartment while air escapes upwardly through a series of second conduits, the water rising until all the compartments of the assembly are filled. Each compartment is provided with an outlet operable to permit the water to travel from a compartment to an exothermic mass.

Abstract: A container includes a top having downwardly extending walls adapted to releasably attach to upwardly extending walls of a bottom of a planter, the top of the container further adapted to releasably attach to the bottom of the planter so that when the downwardly extending walls of the container are attached to the upwardly extending walls of the planter the container functions as a terrarium enclosure and when the top of the container is attached to the bottom of the planter the container functions as a pedestal to support the planter.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a clear-view packaging system for packaging a product. The clear-view packaging system comprising a bottom tray for receiving the product, the bottom tray having a base portion and a plurality of edge portions. Further, the clear-view packaging system includes a top tray disposed on the top of the product, the top tray having a base portion, a plurality of edge portions and a plurality of horizontal top tray corners. The clear-view packaging system also includes at least one strip of banding for securing the bottom tray, the product and the top tray together wherein a lifting member of a lift vehicle can be positioned between at least one of the plurality of edge portions of the top tray and the product so that the product can be lifted and transported.

Abstract: A carrier for covering and transporting baked goods or other food products includes a base for supporting a pie, cake, cupcakes, or other baked goods. A cover is configured to be attached to the base to generally enclose the carrier, thereby protecting the baked goods for transport or storage. The cover is formed with a flexible membrane that makes it collapsible for more convenient storage.

Abstract: A multi-container bundle has at least two can-type individual containers, which are connected by way of their end-side pouring openings, facing one another. They are releasably connected to one another via a coupling element to form a structural unit. At least one of the can-type individual containers is equipped with a lid that can be ripped open completely. The multi-container bundle already contains all the individual components which are required for a defined mixed beverage and are present in metered form in the individual containers. Here, alcoholic and non-alcoholic components and components which are incompatible with one another are accommodated in separate individual containers.

Abstract: A modular container system may enable a user to create a set of interconnected containers to organize and pack small items. The modular container system may be assembled in various ways to hold one or more items in separate compartments of varying size. The modular container system may have the same diameter as a typical sports water bottle, making the container system easy to pack and readily accessible to the user. The modular container system may be useful in various situations where a person needs to organize and store items. Applications may include outdoor sports and recreation, military, automotive, arts and crafts, construction tools and materials, food storage, toy storage, and the like.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an assembleable unit of cassettes for containing specimens for histological examination. The cassettes are each designed for stacking relation one to another by snap locking means which are preferably configured to provide an audible sound and “click” feeling when stacked. A cover is provided to complete a stack, thereby providing an integral unit for case management. The unit is so integrated that it can be handled and will not disengage the stacked cassettes in the usual handling process in the laboratory. It is also readily processed in a paraffin bath for preparing the contained specimens for microtomy. Thus, a stabilized unit is provided for multiple specimens from a single source and maintaining them in sequential order without individual handling.

Abstract: A connection device for connecting objects. The connection device includes a first elongated element with a first groove and a locking portion, a second elongated element with a second groove and a through hole, a spring member and a pin connected to the spring member, and an actuating member adapted for actuating the spring member and moving the pin.

Abstract: A receptacle includes a pouch-like body having an opening, a cover pivotally connected to a side face defining the opening so as to close selectively the opening and a seat detachably connected to a bottom face of the pouch-like body to allow the pouch-like body to be slanted relative to a ground surface.

Abstract: A pivoted tray storage apparatus having a parallelepiped base, the base having a base compartment. Each base end has a concave endpiece. A shelf is extended from the bottom of each concave endpiece, a pneumatic cylinder vertically disposed upon each shelf. A pair of opposed pivoted trays with compartments are pivotally disposed above the base, each tray outer end having a convex endpiece for fit to the base concave endpieces. Each tray convex endpiece is fitted with a plunger for fit to the pneumatic cylinders, respectively, providing cushioned up and down travel of trays. Trays are selectively held in an open position by a channel in each base endpiece and a spine in each tray endpiece. Further pairs of trays are optionally provided to pivotally fit above the first tray pair, successively.

Abstract: A multi-unit storage device wherein two separate compartments are attached together at their bottom portions. The containers are vacuum or otherwise sealed at their top portions such that when the top portions are opened, the seal is broken and access to the products contained therein is provided.

Abstract: A portable containers assembly comprising a base cabinet in the form of a bucket having an upper end and a top case assembly comprising at least one top cabinet. The top cabinet is slidably secured to the base cabinet. The top cabinet is slidable between a closed position in which it substantially covers the upper end of the base cabinet, and an open position in which it exposes the base cabinet. The portable containers assembly further comprising a locomotive assembly having a wheeling assembly and a handle assembly for locomoting the portable containers assembly.

Abstract: A collapsible protective case for surfboards, musical instruments, or other large asymmetrically shaped objects, including a housing having a rigid, impact-resistant outer surface, the housing being formed from a multiplicity of adjoining sections that are selectively configurable between an expanded transport position and a collapsed storage position.

Abstract: A closure for a container is provided, including a first closure member with a male feature protruding from a first interface surface thereof. A retaining ring is configured to mate with and thereby attach the first closure member to the first flap. A second closure member has a female feature configured to receive the male feature defined through a second interface surface thereof. The second closure member also has retention tangs configured to mate with and thereby attach the second container flap to the second closure member. The male feature includes a stem with two flexible tabs extending acutely outward from the stem on opposing sides thereof. The flexible tabs are configured to snap fit into the female feature. The first and second closure members are respectively oriented such that the male feature mates with and releasably locks to the female feature when the first and second flaps are closed.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally a platform and multiple box case for housing electronic and acoustical equipment for stationary and transitional operations, and more particularly to offer an apparatus for safely and adjustably providing an upper platform mated to the upper and lower boxes of the multiple box case. Traditional types of cases and racks are suitable for typical audio gears in the DJ field. However, more users of such boxes are using laptop computers and other accessories. Yet, such users are discovering that traditional boxes lack the space for such devices on the typical cases that they are currently utilizing. The present invention provides a solution for the placement of additional gears in a variably slidable platform without taking any more space than in typical DJ boxes.

Abstract: A collapsible container is provided that incorporates various features for improving the stability of the container and for reducing damage to the items carried by the container. The container may include a stabilizing hinge assembly including a stabilizing ledge and a stabilizing hook that securely engage the respective sidewalls to the base of the container to stiffen the container and distribute the loads more evenly. The sidewalls and base of the container may also define contact areas to support the carried items without bruising or damaging the items. Non-contact areas of the container that do not come into contact with the items may include openings that are aligned with other openings in the container and other adjacent containers to provide a consistent flow of air through a number of containers stacked beside one another. The sidewalls may also include various latching features to maintain the container in the expanded configuration.

Abstract: The modular building system consists of building modules (1) in high resistance, reinforced concrete, to be stacked vertically and placed side-by-side in the construction of preferably residential buildings. Each module (1) forms a monolithic structure or consists of a steel frame (103) and panels (102), with walls, ceiling and floor. These modules (1) include positioning devices (2 and 3) for stacking purposes; side connection elements (5 and 6) between the modules (1); and/or horizontal and vertical tightening bands (104 and 105). These modules are leveled by using leveling sheets and/or non-retraction mortar and/or a method with jacks (108) and tubular sections (109) filled with non-retraction mortar (193) until it sets and the jacks (108) are removed. Each building module (1) includes all the accessories and finishing elements of a home, such as facades, windows, utilities, furniture and interior equipment considered useful.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to containers for storing and shipping food and, more particularly, pertains to nesting containers and container assemblies. According to one embodiment, a container assembly includes an outer container and an inner container. The outer container includes an outer container wall extending upwardly from an outer container base. The outer container wall transitions into a ledge extending outwardly from the outer container wall. The inner container includes an inner container wall extending from an inner container base and transitioning into a support flange. When the container assembly is assembled, the support flange of the inner container rests upon the ledge of the outer container such that the inner container is removably nested within the outer container.

Abstract: A multi-unit storage device wherein two separate containers are held together at their bottom portions. The separate containers are vacuum sealed at their top portions such that when the top portions are opened, the vacuum seal is broken and access to the products contained therein is provided.

Abstract: A vertically-aligned organizer comprising a backpanel a plurality of bellowed sectionalized compartments; and a coupling mechanism adapted to removably couple the plurality of sectionalized compartments to the backpanel. The backpanel of one embodiment is comprised of (i) a front surface adapted to align in a generally vertical direction, (ii) a top edge, (iii) at least one bore, and (iv) a generally flexible material. A method of organizing articles using a vertically-aligned organizer of may comprise placing the backpanel front surface in a generally vertical position, coupling the backpanel to one of a wall, a door, and a frame, coupling the plurality of bellowed sectionalized compartments to the backpanel front surface, and placing articles within the plurality of bellowed sectionalized compartments.

Abstract: Transport assembly comprising a transportation means which comprises a pallet-like carrying structure with two long sides, two short sides, four corners, an upper surface and a lower surface. The carrying structure is provided with wheels at each of the four corners of which at least two of the wheels possibly are of the swivel castor wheel type. The upper surface is furthermore provided with receiving means which are intended to receive the wheels of a second transportation means stacked on top of a first transportation means so that a number of such transportation means may be stacked, and fixated horizontally, one on top of the other. The upper surface is provided with two narrow long side channels arranged parallel to the long sides and stretching from one short side to the other.

Abstract: A sterilization case assembly including a plurality of sterilization cases having a first sterilization case and a second sterilization case. The second sterilization case is stacked upon the first sterilization case in a vertical direction. The second sterilization case is offset from the first sterilization case in a direction transverse to the vertical direction.

Abstract: The present invention provides a multi-layered container, including a cover (10), with a plurality of first locking projections (15), and a plurality of container bodies (20) having a plurality of locking flaps (23). Each of the plurality of locking flaps (23) rotatably extends from each of predetermined portions of the circumferential outer surface of the container body (20), with a locking hole (24) provided on the locking flap (23). The multi-layered container further includes an intermediate lid (30) provided between the cover (10) and an uppermost container body (20) or between the container bodies (20). The intermediate lid (30) has a plate-shaped part (31), a coupling part (32) bent into a channel-shape while extending from an edge of the plate-shaped part (31), and a plurality of coupling flanges (35) extending downward from predetermined portions of the coupling part (32), with a second locking projection (25) provided on an end of each of the plurality of coupling flanges (35).

Abstract: A modular utility cargo tray is provided comprising a floor and a wall extending from the floor, the wall and the floor enabled for storage of items placed therein. The wall comprises at least a first pair of divider receiving members, oppositely disposed along the wall. The at least a first pair of divider receiving members comprises: a first level portion enabled to receive a divider generally disposed along the floor; and a second level portion enabled to receive and support a divider generally distal from the floor without interference from a divider received in the first level portion. the modular utility cargo tray is insertable into the cargo area of a vehicle, or converted to a cargo roof box by mating it with a second utility cargo tray.

Abstract: A flexible, stackable container for storing a quantity of a product may include a sealed package formed from a single sheet of film and retaining the quantity of the product disposed therein, and a lid fitment attached to a first side of the package. The first side of the package may have an outer first surface of the film and outwardly extending first corner seals formed in the film at the edges of the first side and surrounding the first side of the package. The package may also have a second side disposed opposite the first side and outwardly extending second corner seals formed in the film at the edges of the second side and surrounding the second side of the package. The lid fitment may include a base having a central opening and a lid having a complimentary shape to the base to form a seal therebetween when the lid is closed down onto the base.

Abstract: A box assembly includes a plurality of storage boxes each having an inside formed with a receiving space, a plurality of connecting members mounted between the storage boxes to combine the storage boxes together in a vertical direction, and a plurality of fastening members mounted between the storage boxes to combine the storage boxes together in a horizontal direction. Thus, the storage boxes are expandable in the vertical direction by connection of the connecting members and are expandable in the horizontal direction by connection of the fastening members so that the box assembly is expandable in a two-dimensional manner to satisfy a user's requirement.

Abstract: A container for packaging associated articles includes coupling members fashioned on one or more sides of the container for interconnecting a plurality of containers together. The coupling members may be integrally fashioned with the containers and may comprise raised ribs and recessed channels for press fitting the adjacently placed containers together.

Abstract: A multi-component packaging system includes a lower containing assembly, an upper containing assembly, and a cover. The lower containing assembly defines an interior cavity that is adapted to receive a first food component. The upper containing assembly defines an interior that is adapted to receive a second food component. The upper containing assembly is adapted for engagement with the lower containing assembly. The cover is engaged with at least one of the lower containing assembly and the upper containing assembly. The cover includes a passage portion that defines a plurality of apertures.

Abstract: A container system and a method of its use is disclosed. The container system comprises a first container attachable to a second container. Each of the first and second containers include a housing open at one end thereof and defining an internal volume therein. An attachable closure seals each open end. The first container includes either a reception means or an attachment means in a second end thereof. The reception means is for receiving a separate attachment means, which may be a separate piece or integrally formed with the attachable closure of the second container. A variety of embodiments may be made as needed with various forms of an attachment means. For example, the second container may or may not include a second closure means, and may or may not include a threaded male portion based on the attachment means including or not including a cooperating threaded female portion.

Abstract: A portable food container for carrying and selectively heating a food article. The portable food container includes a first container section defining a first section outer surface, the container first section including a first section cavity for receiving the food article and a heat source for heating the food article when the food article is received in the first section cavity. The food container further includes a container second section defining a second section outer surface, the container second section including a second section cavity for receiving the food article. The container first and second sections are releasably attachable to each other about the first and second section outer surface so as to be jointly movable.

Abstract: A mixing container wherein two or more chamber members each contain a material to be mixed. A first chamber member has a threaded port. A second chamber member has a threaded neck which is threadedly receivable in the port to threadedly connect the chamber members. The neck has a terminal opening. A sealing member covers the opening. The first chamber member has a frangible portion which sealingly closes an inner end of the port and which is broken is as the neck bears there against as the neck is threadedly received in the port. A blade on the first chamber member punctures the neck sealing member as the neck sealing member bears against the blade as the neck is threadedly received in the port. This allows the materials in the chamber members to flow between the chamber members to be mixed. The container may also have an opening for dispensing the substance mixed therein.

Abstract: A palletizable container for preserving and transporting, in a controlled atmosphere and under a controlled pressure, produce (plant material, cheese, microorganisms, seeds, substrates, etc) requiring a particular atmosphere during storage, the container comprising a first portion that is completely impermeable to gas and vapor and a second portion in the form of a member controlling the flow of gas and vapor between the inside of said container and the outside, the first portion comprising a rigid bottom element, intermediate elements in the form of a case having an open upper portion and an openwork bottom, and a cover element, including connection means for fastening and providing a seal between a lower element and an immediately superior element, and the second portion being integrated into the bottom element.

Abstract: A stackable containment tray for receiving discrete articles for storage and/or sterilization according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises a combination of two side panels, a floor supported by the two side panels, an upper stack ring, and a lower stack ring, a pair of opposed handle lock brackets, and a pair of opposed bail handles. The upper and lower stack rings are identical to each other and provide the stacking capability. The bail handle of one tray is able to interfit into the handle lock bracket of an upper tray, thereby enabling the stacked combination of trays to be locked together.

Abstract: A cargo container assembly includes a main container and an extension container which can be attached to an upper portion of the main container. The extension container may be attached to the main container via a locking mechanism or cables attached to or integral with the main container or the extension container. During ground shipping, the extension container and the main container may be separated from each other so that they may stay within ground transport height limitations. An optional transportation pallet, onto which one or more extension containers may be stacked and secured, may be included for ground transportation. During air shipping, an extension container and a main container may be attached to each other to maximize use of the available cargo space in an aircraft.

Abstract: A container for a flexible bag of liquid that supports the bag during transportation, storage and use in dispensing of the liquid. The container is made from two generally similar pans that form lower and upper parts of the container. Each pan includes a plurality of generally similar multiple projections that function to support the container on a surface as well as in a stable stacked formation.

Abstract: A medication regimen communication device for holding example medications within the cavities (2) of modular frames (100). Each frame displays one type of medication, and frames may be attachable to or detached from one another as needed. When attached, each cavity would align with one another and with an indicated time. An example dosage (14) is contained in the cavity appropriate to the timing of that dosage. When fully employed, the connected frames and their contents would consist of a representation of all the medications taken over the period of indicated time—typically a single day's medications.

Abstract: A separable segmented container includes a closure structure, such as a lid, and a plurality of interconnectable sections including a base section which defines an opening at an upper end and a top connecting region and at least one intermediate section. Each intermediate section defines first and second openings at upper and lower ends, respectively, and top and bottom connecting regions. The bottom connection region of the at least one intermediate section is configured to connectably mate with the top connecting region of another of the plurality of sections. The top connection region of the base and intermediate sections is configured to connectably mate with the closure structure. The base section, at least one intermediate section, and the closure structure together define a closed interior space whose volume is reducible by removing at least one of the at least one intermediate sections.

Abstract: A platform (40) has a rigid body with an adjustable thickness (t) to selectively occupy any remaining space within a container (20) used for packaging items such as semiconductor wafers (22). The platform (40) in one example has a first portion (42) and a second portion (44). Adjusting the positions of the first and second portions (42, 44) relative to each other selectively varies the thickness (t) of the platform (40) to achieve the desired thickness.

Abstract: An adapter for use with at least a pair of dispensers, to provide for convenient stacking of a plurality of dispensers one upon the other, one of such adapters being arranged intermediate each pair of vertically stacked decanters, during usage. The adapter includes a series of ribs and flanges, that provide convenient seating and stable support for a variety of the decanters when stacked one upon the other. The adapter includes an aperture approximately centered thereof, through which a beverage may be brewed, into the decanter arranged therebelow, and the adapter being applied to a beverage brewer during usage, as during a beverage brewing cycle. The cap provides for closure of the adapter aperture, to provide the adapter with the attributes of a lid, and to help retain the warmth of any beverage contained within its dispenser upon which the adapter is applied.

Abstract: A novel combination cup for carrying soft drinks and snacks within one cup structure is comprised of: 1) an upper cup body, 2) a lid cover for the upper cup body, 3) an insulating plate 4) a ring, and, 5) a lower cup body jointed together. The upper cup body lid cover may be used as cup holder to prevent the cup from falling over and spilling its contents. The lower cup body may be used to contain liquid drinks while the upper cup body may be used to contain solid snacks. The convenient combination of this invention enables a user to eat and drink using only one hand, and also to enjoy the cool or hot temperature of the drinks longer and safer.

Abstract: A liquid tank has an outlet opening and a drain stub extends therefrom and has a circular-sector-shaped partial flange on its free end. At least one complementary flange adjoins and complements the partial flange to form a complete first circular flange. The complementary flange may be another partial flange with a throughhole connected to another tank, or a solid blind flange. The first circular flange is sealed and secured to a second circular flange connected to a single drain line. The two circular flanges may have the same diameter and the same aligned circle centerpoint. This provides a modular reconfigurable system allowing a selected plurality of liquid tanks to be connected to a single drain line through the flange arrangement.

Abstract: A cooler is composed of a number of stackable units. Each unit has inner and outer shells with an air space between them. The outer shell has bottom, side and end panels connected together forming an outer tub with a drain. An inner shell has bottom, side and end panels connected together forming an inner tub. Drain openings in the inner tub allow water to flow to the drain in the outer tub. The bottom panel of the inner shell is spaced from the bottom panel of the outer shell creating an air space therebetween. The bottom of one unit can nest in the top of another unit to stack the units one atop the other. Wheels are attached to the bottommost unit.

Abstract: Stackable container assembly having a utility function includes an entrance, a plurality of intermediate members, and a base. A stackable container assembly has an entrance, a plurality of intermediate members, and a base. The entrance has a central aperture, a lower downwardly depending stem, and a lower lip. Each of the intermediate members having an upper lip, a lower lip, side walls, and a bottom surface for forming a container space. The base has an upper lip, sidewalls, and a bottom surface.