On Receptacle Patents (Class 248/213.2)
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Publication number: 20100270449Abstract: Modular casket hardware which includes a bracket configured to attach to a casket corner wall surface. The bracket is also configured to be oriented with respect to the casket in a first orientation to attach to the casket wall and a second orientation to attach to the casket corner. A bore in the bracket is configured to receive a casket bar when in the first orientation. Tabs on the bracket are configured to at least partially fit within a portion of the casket bar when the bracket is oriented in the second orientation. A bracket cover could also use other bracket type mechanisms to attach and hold the casket bars to the casket which will support the required weight of a casket at the grave site. Once a bracket and bars are attached, the casket will be able to be shipped without the decorative bracket cover installed. The decorative modular casket bracket cover will be able to be added to the casket at any time.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2010Publication date: October 28, 2010Applicant: W & M MANUFACTURING, INC.Inventors: JAMES D. HIESTER, MIKE MCKINLEY, RICHARD FOSTER, DEWAYNE ACREE
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Publication number: 20100237208Abstract: A holder comprising (a) a first portion comprising a base, a first wall and a second wall, said first and second walls extending upwardly from said base such that said first and second walls and base define a space for receiving at least partially a lid or a cover and (b) a second portion having a first member extending downwardly from said second wall and a second member with a bridge extending between said first and second members, said second member comprising a lever portion and a grasping portion, wherein, in use, said grasping portion is movable between a first position, wherein a gap is formed between said grasping portion and said first member for receiving a wall of a pot or vessel, and a second position, wherein said grasping portion is biased towards said first member for maintaining in place said holder when said holder is mounted on the pot or vessel.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 29, 2010Publication date: September 23, 2010Inventor: Stefano Di Lollo
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Publication number: 20100187388Abstract: A bracket (1) for attaching a device (51) to the upper part of a wall (53) of a container (55) comprises two parts (3, 5), the first part (3) of which secures the device to the wall while the second part (5) provides rigidity of the bracket (1) when secured in position. The first part (3) is of generally “S” shape with a horizontally extending extension (9) from the upper part of the “S” by means of which the “S” shaped part is connected to the second part (5) through a pivot (11). The second part (5) is of generally “U” shaped construction, and is movable between a first or open position in which one side (13) of the “U” extends parallel to the horizontally extending extension (9) of the first part (3) so as to effectively form an extension thereof and the second side (15) of the “U” extending parallel to the first side (13) and being connected thereto by the base part (17) of the “U” and a second or closed position in which it forms a substantially box section with first part (3).Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2010Publication date: July 29, 2010Inventors: Daniel Woolman, Stuart Woolman
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Patent number: 7746727Abstract: A bracket for mounting a fish finder display head to a conventional multi-gallon plastic pail is described with reference to two alternative embodiments. In the first embodiment, the bracket comprises spaced apart arms to provide a gimbal style mount and the arms have inboard, upwardly extending hooks to fit over the peripheral edge of the pail. In the second embodiment, the arms are combined with a stabilizer member and may be attached directly to the outside surface of the pail by means of threaded fasteners or Bungee cords or both. In both embodiments, a tip-over guard is provided in the form of a generally U-shaped of aluminum stock that is attached such as by rivets to the distal (outside) ends of the bracket arms. Means are provided for wrapping a power cable between the arms.Type: GrantFiled: May 12, 2008Date of Patent: June 29, 2010Inventors: John P. Bacarella, Philip D. Morse
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Patent number: 7669828Abstract: An accessory mounting system is for attaching at least first and second accessories to a vehicle. A first bracket is configured to connectably receive the first accessory and a second bracket is configured to connectably receive the second accessory. The second bracket has a configuration substantially different than the first bracket. A mount is coupled with the vehicle and is configured to connectably receive the first bracket to attach the first accessory to the vehicle and to alternatively connectably receive the second bracket to attach the second accessory to the vehicle. The mount preferably includes a base coupled with the vehicle and at least one and preferably two apertures extending into the base, each configured to receive a fastener coupled with the accessory. A slotted opening extends into the base, is spaced below the apertures, and configured to receive a portion of either an accessory or a bracket connected therewith.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2005Date of Patent: March 2, 2010Assignee: Club Car, Inc.Inventors: David R. Hardy, Gary L. Lewis, Duane E. Newman, Geoff D. Stewart
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Publication number: 20100031678Abstract: A system for providing an infusion chamber provides a clip assembly for attachment within a drinking vessel. A box assembly contains an infusion chamber and may be attached to the clip assembly. The box assembly has a top swinging lid to accept dry ice and other materials suitable for infusion. The bottom of the box assembly features a communication void or slot at the bottom of the box to allow the contents of the box assembly to mix with the surrounding drink, but yet not fall loose into the drink. The clip features contoured adhesive wedges to assist in attachment of the clip to the inside portions of a drinking container. The clip assembly has a thin stop tab or shelf that fits into the box assembly. A side hook from the box assembly is supported by the lower portion of the stop tab or shelf of the clip assembly. The upper or top side of the stop tab or shelf is trapped by a stop tab of the box assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2008Publication date: February 11, 2010Inventor: Jonathan Roman
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Publication number: 20100026156Abstract: A shelf for a cabinet, for a refrigerator or the like, includes a glass plate for holding items which is supported along its side edges by track or rail type brackets suitable for fastening or mounting in said cabinet and aligned with a support structure formed or held by said cabinet. The brackets are joined by at least one crosspiece and with said crosspiece(s) form a cradle to hold said plate that is suitable for supporting the mechanical strength of the shelf.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2009Publication date: February 4, 2010Applicant: SAINT-GOBAIN GLASS FRANCEInventors: Jean-Gérard LECONTE, Francois Vardon
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Publication number: 20090289157Abstract: A fan mounting structure includes a casing, a fixing support and a protection means. The outside of the casing has an opening. The fixing support is connected to the casing and is provided with a fan accommodating space. The fan accommodating space is in communication with the opening. The protection means is connected to the casing. Via this arrangement, after the user detaches the fan body from the fixing support, the protection means can protect the electronic components within the casing from suffering damage due to external forces.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2008Publication date: November 26, 2009Inventor: Chia-Hao Wu
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Patent number: 7607623Abstract: Disclosed is a simple, inexpensive utility container device for use with a hollow rung ladder. The container device includes a rung insert member and a container for holding a liquid material. The container includes a pair of aligned openings that are offset rearwardly so that the container automatically tips to a suitable forward angle to make it easier for the user to access the contents of the container. In a preferred device, the rung insert member will include a rung insertion portion at each end of the rung insert member, with a container holding portion therebetween, to permit the device to be used in either right or left hand mode. In an alternative embodiment, the rung insert member and container are an integral unit.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2006Date of Patent: October 27, 2009Inventor: Francis J. Wesolowski
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Publication number: 20090206099Abstract: A beverage holder device made from a flexible foldable cylindrically-shaped insulated sleeve with a longitudinal seam that includes a piping or welt material along said seam. The sleeve has an inside diameter sized to receive and hold a beverage container. An elongated bracket is mountable to a vertical surface. The sleeve has a foldable insulated bottom portion which is attached to the sleeve to prevent the beverage container from dropping through the sleeve. The bracket has a longitudinal channel and a corresponding opening therein with a closed bottom end and an opening at its upper end. The channel is sized to receive by sliding engagement therein the piping or welt material so that when the piping or welt material is slid into the channel starting from the channel's upper end, the piping or welt material and the sleeve are held in place by the bracket.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 20, 2008Publication date: August 20, 2009Inventor: Christine M. Davis
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Publication number: 20090206091Abstract: A shopping bag storage and dispensing unit consisting of a topwise open box component, a partition component therein, a hole in the front side thereof, a hole in the backside thereof, a lid component fittable over the top edging of the box component, two holes in the lid component each being amenable to receipt of a dagger component, as well as a support bracket receivable by the backside hole, with holes in the support bracket for receipt of affixation members in turn receivable by a vertically inclined hard surface and pieces of hook and fastener material affixable to one another as well as to the vertically inclined hard surface and to the backside of the box component respectively.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2008Publication date: August 20, 2009Inventor: Roy W. Hoffmann
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Publication number: 20090199773Abstract: This invention is an apparatus that will allow the conversion of feeders of the prior art to be converted to feeders that feed a controlled amount onto a plate that keeps feed off of the ground, and converted back again without having to remove the existing motor and spinner of the prior art. There are many people who use spinning distributors to feed grain to wildlife. Many of these persons would like to keep the grain off of the ground and feed specialized pelleted feeds that can dissolve on the ground. This device allows these people to use this apparatus with existing spin type feeders, but to also convert them into a multi purpose unit and back again in seconds with out modification to the existing spin unit.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2008Publication date: August 13, 2009Inventor: Scott Jurk
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Patent number: 7559513Abstract: An apparatus for holding paint brushes on buckets includes a T-shaped member, hooks, and a clip. The hooks are located upon an upper region of the T-shaped member and are spaced substantially equidistant from each other on opposite sides of the upper region of said T-shaped member, the clip being located upon opposite side of T-shaped member from the hooks.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2005Date of Patent: July 14, 2009Inventor: Christopher Kovall
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Publication number: 20090146030Abstract: A bracket is mounted to a computer and configured for fixing a hard disk drive. The computer includes a case with a rear wall, and a main board mounted in the case. The main board includes an expansion socket set thereon. The bracket includes a first supporting member including an inserting portion extending therefrom configured for engaging with the expansion socket of the main board, a second supporting member mounted to the first supporting member and configured for being mounted to the rear wall of the computer, and a fixing member mounted to the first supporting member and configured for mounting the hard disk drive.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2007Publication date: June 11, 2009Applicants: HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY (ShenZhen) CO., LTD., HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventors: XIAO-ZHU CHEN, KE SUN, ZHEN-XING YE, MING-KE CHEN
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Patent number: 7520547Abstract: A gripping device for use on a paint tin has a U-shaped grip with a middle section and two flexible arms. Free outer ends of the flexible arms are provided with hook-shaped parts which are used to couple to a paint tin. Within the grip is a U-shaped handle, free outer ends of which are provided with sleeves that can slide along the anus of the grip. There are stops on the arms of the grip which limit sliding of the free outer ends of the handle in a direction towards the middle section of the grip. By pulling the middle section of the handle towards the middle section of the grip, the arms bend as a result of which the free outer ends of the arms come towards each other.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2006Date of Patent: April 21, 2009Inventor: Rudolphus Johannes Adrianus Maria Cornelissen
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Publication number: 20090095011Abstract: Disclosed is a can server, and a refrigerator having the can server. The refrigerator having a can server, comprises: a refrigerator body having a cooling chamber therein; a door for opening and closing the cooling chamber; and a can server having a body arranged so as to be rotatable between a supporting position protruding from an inner wall of the cooling chamber or the door and supporting a can, and a withdrawing position implemented on the inner wall in upper and lower directions. When using the can server, the body of the can server is rotated to the supporting position thereby to support a can. On the contrary, when not using the can server, the body of the can server is rotated to the withdrawing position in parallel to the wall surface thereby to enhance a spatial utilization degree for the cooling chamber, a home bar, or an inner space of the door.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2008Publication date: April 16, 2009Applicant: LG Electronics Inc.Inventor: Suk-Hyoun Cho
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Patent number: 7506775Abstract: A mast support system for use with a container (e.g., a Connex container) to hold a light fixture, security camera and other accessories that may be desirable to mount above or from the roof of the container, generally comprising a support structure for purposes of supporting the accessories, and means to affix the support structure to the container. Embodiments of the mast support system disclosed include one or more posts removably attached to a base, which is engaged with the corner of a container. Attached to the posts are accessory support systems, extending therefrom for positioning and angling the accessories.Type: GrantFiled: November 8, 2005Date of Patent: March 24, 2009Assignee: Azimuth, Inc.Inventors: Craig W. Hartzell, Kevin G. Koch, Aaron M. King
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Patent number: 7464475Abstract: A concealed spoon in milk powder container is disclosed. The concealed spoon comprising a spoon seat and a measuring spoon, characterized in that the lateral side of the spoon seat has a clipping plate having an arch-shaped interior slot and an opening slot within the clipping plate, which are used to secure the spoon seat at the internal wall of the milk powder container proximity to the protruded circular lid of the container and the measuring spoon is held within the spoon seat, or the lateral side of the measuring spoon is a handle having an end section provided with an internal slot and an open slot which are used to directly secure the measuring spoon to the protruded circular lid proximity to the top section of the internal wall of the milk powder container.Type: GrantFiled: November 10, 2005Date of Patent: December 16, 2008Inventor: Charng-Shing Tsao
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Publication number: 20080302932Abstract: A mounting clip for a fluid reservoir and includes a support member supporting a clip member which releasably receives a shroud or the reservoir and supports a mounting member such as for a sample site.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2007Publication date: December 11, 2008Applicant: SMITHS MEDICAL ASD, INC.Inventors: Theodore J. Mosler, Charles R. Patzer
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Publication number: 20080290230Abstract: An electrical component support assembly that includes an electrical component and a bracket removably attached to the electrical component. The bracket is configured to couple to the electrical component and includes a base member that has a first side with a substantially planar shape. The bracket also includes a pair of elbow members that are located proximate to a second side of the base member. The elbow members are configured to be mounted to a support frame. Each of the elbow members is shaped to include a spring portion and a tab joined thereto. The spring portions flex with respect to the base member. The tabs on the pair of elbow members are arranged adjacent to one another and oriented to extend in a substantially common direction to be received in a common hole in the support frame. The tabs extend outward from the spring portions and have recesses for gripping the support frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 25, 2007Publication date: November 27, 2008Inventors: Ralph Sykes Martin, Clifford F. Lincoln, III
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Publication number: 20080283701Abstract: A tool holder device for holding a tool. A tool holder comprises of a clip member, wherein the clip includes a first clamping and a second clamping member, both having jaws and handles. A biased pivot couples the first clamping member and the second clamping member together. The first jaw and the second jaw interconnect. The first jaw and the second jaw may also include ridges. A plurality of coupling members may be permanently disposed about the surfaces of the first and/or the second clamping member. The clip may also include an attachment tool, wherein the tool includes a paint container member and a punctioner member. The first clamping member may include an upper portion and a lower portion. The upper portion of the first clamping member may be actuable through an angle. The first clamping member may be one continuous member.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2008Publication date: November 20, 2008Inventor: Peter Kahn
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Publication number: 20080210836Abstract: A dive tank support device for supporting a dive tank while a diver is attempting to attach the dive tank to the diver's body immediately before jumping from a vessel and beginning a dive. The dive tank support device may be formed from a body having a bottom support adapted to support a dive tank and at least one sidewall extending up from the bottom support and configured to limit tilting of the dive tank relative to the bottom support. The body supports the dive tank and the recess enables the dive tank to be easily pulled from the dive tank support device once a diver has attached the dive tank to himself.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2008Publication date: September 4, 2008Applicant: Scuba Mate, Inc.Inventors: Jack Scheper, Michael Scheper
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Patent number: 7416160Abstract: The present invention provides for a coupling assembly for releasably connecting a trash container with a fixed object, such as a wall or cabinet. The coupling assembly acts to prevent the trash container from being easily tipped onto its side, while allowing user to easily disconnect the trash container from the fixed object. The coupling apparatus includes a first coupling connected with the fixed object a second coupling member connected with the trash container. The second coupling member includes an extended portion adapted to be received within a pocket on the first coupling member. The coupling assembly can be configured to work with trash containers having different shapes and sizes. The trash container can also include a lid further restrict access to the inside of the trash container. As described below, a latch or clasp can also be used to selectively lock the lid in closed position.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 2004Date of Patent: August 26, 2008Inventor: Edwin L. Cies
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Publication number: 20080197251Abstract: The invention relates to a cover (1) for closing a can that is equipped with an internal, radially peripheral rim, whereby said cover comprises at least two rotary cam (7) levers (2, 3), spring-loaded (4), and axially movable by so-called complementary surfaces (8; 10, 11, 12), respectively borne by the cover (1) and the cam lever (2, 3), working together during the driving in rotation of the levers (2, 3) to pass from a closed position of the cover (1), in which the cam (7) rests under the rim of the can, to an open position, in which the cam (7) is released from said rim, whereby the axial movement of the lever (2, 3) in the direction in which the cam (7) is removed from the cover (1) causes a compression of the spring (4). This cover is characterized in that the complementary surfaces (8; 10, 11, 12) are shaped to have at least one zone (8; 10) of less stress on the spring (4) corresponding to the open position of the cover (1) for the purpose of preventing any premature wear on the spring (4).Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2006Publication date: August 21, 2008Applicant: FILLON INVESTISSEMENTInventor: Sylvain Fillon
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Publication number: 20080128569Abstract: A drive bracket assembly includes a drive bracket and a back panel. The drive bracket includes a first side plate and a second side plate with a securing post. The securing post includes a thin shank portion and a thick head portion. The back panel has a first edge and a second edge, and defines a locking hole corresponding to the securing post. The locking hole has an inserting hole and a restricting hole. In assembly, the securing post inserts into the inserting hole of the back panel with the head portion passing through the inserting hole and the shank portion received in the inserting hole. The back panel moves to have the first edge resisting against the first side plate. The shank portion of the securing post moves into the restricting hole to sandwich the back panel between the head portion of the securing post and the second side plate.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2006Publication date: June 5, 2008Applicant: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.Inventors: CHIA-KANG WU, LI-PING CHEN, CHIEH YANG
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Publication number: 20080105680Abstract: A receptacle for storing waste containing oil. The receptacle includes a container, having a body defining a storage area and a base having ventilation openings, a cover, and a lift assembly for moving the cover over a range of travel between a closed position and an open position. The lift mechanism includes a pivotable pedal, which is provided at the base of the receptacle body, a rotating drive, which is rotatably mounted to the base such that its ends extend therefrom with one end operably arranged with the pedal and the other end pivotally mounted to a lift member. The drive is rotatable in two opposing directions with the lift rod connected to the drive such that the lift member is either moving in a lift direction or a lowering direction when the drive is so rotating. The lift member having one end pivotally mounted to the second end of the drive and another end pivotally mounted to a hinged bracket.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2006Publication date: May 8, 2008Applicant: Justrite Manufacturing CompanyInventors: Glen Alan Carter, Mark T. Goddard
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Publication number: 20080067307Abstract: A display includes a hook, a frame, and a display body. The hook is disposed on the frame or the display body. The frame includes a top portion, a bottom portion, and side portions connecting the top portion and the bottom portion. The top portion includes a horizontal surface. The display body is rotatably connected to the side portions. A storage space is formed between the display body, the side portions, and the bottom portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2007Publication date: March 20, 2008Applicants: QISDA CORPORATION, BENQ CORPORATIONInventors: Yu Ming Sheu, Chien Jui Wang, Chia Chuan Lin
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Patent number: 7284733Abstract: A utensil cover lift and support apparatus for use with a cooking and food serving utensil fitted with a geometrically configured cover, the apparatus comprising a support fork assembly having a latch mechanism pivotally attached to a pair of elongate arms and a vertical support member situated in between the elongate arms and pivotally connected thereto and having an adjustable support block slidably connected thereto for engaging an outer lip inherently made part of the serving utensil, a lid bracket slidably mounted to the elongate arms and having at least two outwardly extending flanges integrally connected to a top plate situated therebetween, each of the flanges having a suction cup threadably mounted to an undersurface thereof for engaging the cover, and at least two suction cups mounted to the vertical support member to engage the serving utensil's sidewalls.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 2004Date of Patent: October 23, 2007Inventor: Christopher Eugene Parenteau
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Patent number: 7261262Abstract: A bucket brace holds a bucket in place while the bucket's contents are mixed or stirred. The bucket brace prevents the bucket from spinning due to the mixing. The bucket brace is an assembly made up of four parts: a base, a foot pressure portion, a front support, and a rear support. A handle is provided for carrying the base. The front and rear supports are of semi-circular shape, and are made of rigid or semi-rigid material, as are the base and the foot pressure portion. The foot pressure portion and the base are integral, preferably both parts being formed from the same piece of material. The foot pressure portion and the rear support preferably have surface grip portions. The handle may be made of any suitable material, preferably the same rigid or semi-rigid material as the other parts of the bucket brace.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2005Date of Patent: August 28, 2007Assignee: DPS, LLCInventor: Jessie L. Dunson
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Patent number: 7258312Abstract: A two-part bucket stabilizing apparatus for use with cylindrical joint compound buckets or the like during the mixing of the contents thereof includes a horizontal base member containing an opening for receiving the bottom of the bucket, and a support member having a first edge portion pivotally connected with the base member, and a remote edge portion containing a semi-circular recess. The support member is pivotally operable from an initial horizontal position upwardly and inwardly toward a clamping position above the base portion in which the wall of the semi-circular recess is in clamping engagement with the outer circumferential wall surface of the bucket.Type: GrantFiled: March 6, 2006Date of Patent: August 21, 2007Inventor: Joel H. Grosse
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Patent number: 7108236Abstract: Accessory for a liquid container (20), in particular a beverage container, such as a glass or a cup, having a main body and two clamping members (2, 3, 13) to be placed on either side of the upper edge of the liquid container and integrally formed with the main body, which in unloaded situation leave an insertion opening (23) for the edge open, the first clamping member (5, 6) intended for engagement of the inner side of the liquid container being provided with at least two first clamping surfaces spaced apart in edge circumferential direction and the second clamping member (13) intended for engagement of the outer side of the liquid container being provided with a second clamping surface situated in between them, in which the first clamping member is provided with portions extending with a directional component in edge direction, on which portions the first clamping surfaces are situated, which portions are deformable, in particular bendable, in a plane parallel to the plane in which the edge of the liquid cType: GrantFiled: November 27, 2001Date of Patent: September 19, 2006Inventor: Anne Louise Cordia
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Patent number: 7036778Abstract: A C-ring clips to an edge of tableware. The C-ring has a rearwardly extending shaft supporting a ball. A gripping device rotates on the ball and supports a shelf. A fixture capable of displaying an ornament or name card is attached to the shelf.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2005Date of Patent: May 2, 2006Inventor: Janis I. Ferrell
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Patent number: 7013546Abstract: A stowage cabinet installs within a motor vehicle frame using cabinet and roof cleats. The cabinet cleat mounts to the stowage cabinet before installing the cabinet within the motor vehicle. The cabinet cleat engages a roof cleat that is fastened to the roof. The stowage cabinet is held in place by the cabinet cleat nested within the roof cleat while the stowage cabinet is fastened at other locations to the vehicle frame.Type: GrantFiled: January 28, 2004Date of Patent: March 21, 2006Assignee: International Truck Intellectual Property Company, LLCInventors: Mark H. Dykema, Sonny S. Galea
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Patent number: 6964398Abstract: A container holding device for use with a vehicle fuel filler cap used on a fuel tank. The device includes a spacer interposed the fuel filler cap and the fuel tank. A container support is connected to the spacer by an arm which extends outwardly from the fuel filler of the fuel tank.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2003Date of Patent: November 15, 2005Inventor: Stephen M. Faulkner
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Patent number: 6929225Abstract: Paint brush clip (10) is for attaching a paint brush (90) to a bucket (80) without obstructing access to paint (95). Clip (10) includes body (30) with flat central portion (31), including magnet (45) and ferromagnetic housing (46). First prong (33) and second prong (34) are attached to body (30). Clip (10) mounts on upper rim (83) of a bucket (80) with body (30) in interior space of bucket (80), retained by compression of prongs (33,34) on outer surface of bucket. Ferrule (91) of brush (90) is removably attached to ferromagnetic housing 46 and prevented from slipping by ridges (41). Handle (50) aids in removing clip (10) from bucket (80).Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2003Date of Patent: August 16, 2005Assignee: Kenmont Industries, LLCInventor: David Kent
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Patent number: 6871825Abstract: A paint brush holder for suspending a paint brush in a conventional paint can having a grooved, cover-sealing rim. The holder comprises a body portion and a pair of brush-supporting arms integrally connected to the body portion. The arms have opposed surfaces for receiving a paint brush handle therebetween, the opposed surfaces defining an opening having a mouth, a base narrower than the mouth, and sides that converge from the mouth to the base. A cooperating pair of extensions project downward from the body portion for attachment to the paint can rim.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2003Date of Patent: March 29, 2005Inventor: Chin Ho Song
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Patent number: 6859973Abstract: The instant invention pertains to a squeegee and brush holder in combination with a bucket for holding a liquid consisting of a first portion having a plurality of suction cups for adhering to the inside of the bucket and an outer portion having three openings, the outer portion extending outwardly from the bucket for holding the brushes and squeegees in an upright position.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2004Date of Patent: March 1, 2005Inventor: Maximo E. Oranday
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Patent number: 6820848Abstract: An apparatus for clearing excess paint from paint brush bristles and for draining this excess paint back into the paint can. The no-drip clip apparatus comprises a circular members for securely clipping embodiments to a paint can rim, and a contiguous straight flusher member that is suspended across the paint can's mouth. A painter uses a suitable no-drip clip apparatus for reducing dripping of excess paint from the paint brush bristles onto the paint brush handle, the paint can rim, and, ultimately, onto nearby surfaces and objects during painting operations.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2003Date of Patent: November 23, 2004Inventor: George E. Adam
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Patent number: 6808147Abstract: A clamping device for stainless steel sinks having rolled rim edges used for suspension of weighted items from the sink's rolled rim edge for better organization around the sink work area, comprising a facial plate having a front and a crispate top connecting the front to a back. The front has a pair of slots disposed substantially near the bottom on opposite sides and extend upward vertically there from. Inserted between the front and back is a compression gib. The compression gib has a pair of grooves which align with the slots in the facial plate. A supporting member having two arms connected at one end by a cross member and opposite thereto a pair of threaded ends fays the device together and to the sink. The vertical slots in the front facial plate and the grooves in the compression gib align to receive the threaded ends. Fastening means and washers are affixed onto the threaded ends of the supporting member.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 2003Date of Patent: October 26, 2004Inventors: Russell H. Brannen, Carl R. Brucker
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Publication number: 20040200938Abstract: A retainer holds a bag to be removably positioned in waste baskets, trash cans, supermarket bag dispensers, etc., with the bag having a body portion terminating in a pair of opposing loop-type handles, and the body portion of the bag being adapted and positioned for placement generally adjacent to a first interior surface portion of a rigid receiving receptacle. The retainer includes a generally horizontal central member, at least two opposing leg members, and an extension member. The opposing leg members depend from the central member, and the leg members are dimensioned and positioned for receiving a rim portion of the receptacle therebetween. The extension member extends from the central member in a direction opposite the leg members, with the extension member being dimensioned to receive the loop-type handle to retain the bag in a predetermined position and location, thereby suspending the bag generally adjacent to the receptacle.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 8, 2003Publication date: October 14, 2004Inventor: Joseph Forlivio
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Publication number: 20040173718Abstract: A paint brush holder for suspending a paint brush in a conventional paint can having a grooved, cover-sealing rim. The holder comprises a body portion and a pair of brush-supporting arms integrally connected to the body portion. The arms have opposed surfaces for receiving a paint brush handle therebetween, the opposed surfaces defining an opening having a mouth, a base narrower than the mouth, and sides that converge from the mouth to the base. A cooperating pair of extensions project downward from the body portion for attachment to the paint can rim.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 5, 2003Publication date: September 9, 2004Inventor: Chin Ho Song
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Publication number: 20040164105Abstract: A device providing an improved method for the storage and releasable attachment of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can. In a preferred embodiment, the device is a commercially available cable-tie, modified to provide a releasable attachment and reliable storage of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can. A method of the present invention allows a user to modify an existing cable-tie to provide releasable attachment of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can or other item. The availability and subsequent use of a focusing straw often reduces aerosol over-spray and the resultant air borne contamination. Use of the present invention has, in some cases, reduced the consumption of aerosol spray oil by 30%.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 26, 2004Publication date: August 26, 2004Inventor: Roger Louis Stern
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Publication number: 20040149870Abstract: A clamping device for stainless steel sinks having rolled rim edges used for suspension of weighted items from the sink's rolled rim edge for better organization around the sink work area, comprising a facial plate having a front and a crispate top connecting the front to a back. The front has a pair of slots disposed substantially near the bottom on opposite sides and extend upward vertically there from. Inserted between the front and back is a compression gib. The compression gib has a pair of grooves which align with the slots in the facial plate. A supporting member having two arms connected at one end by a cross member and opposite thereto a pair of threaded ends fays the device together and to the sink. The vertical slots in the front facial plate and the grooves in the compression gib align to receive the threaded ends. Fastening means and washers are affixed onto the threaded ends of the supporting member. A bracing member is affixed to the terminal end of each threaded end of the supporting member.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2003Publication date: August 5, 2004Inventors: Russell H. Brannen, Carl R. Brucker
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Patent number: 6763965Abstract: A utensil cover lift and support apparatus made adaptable for use with a cooking and food serving utensil generally comprising a cover having a handle extending upwardly therefrom, the lift and support assembly comprising a support fork assembly having a latch mechanism pivotally attached to a pair of elongate arms each being configurably arranged to engage a portion of the cover's handle and a vertical support member selectively situated in between the two elongate arms and pivotally connected thereto and having an adjustable support block slidably connected thereto for engaging an outer lip made part of the cooking and food serving utensil and at least one strap of continuous structure to circumferentially engage the sidewalls of the cooking and food serving utensil, collectively serving to secure the utensil cover lift and support apparatus to the cooking and food serving utensil insofar to assist in achieving the desirable objective of lifting and supporting the cover to gain momentary access to comeType: GrantFiled: December 17, 2002Date of Patent: July 20, 2004Inventor: Christopher Eugene Parenteau
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Patent number: 6698215Abstract: A level sensing device (10) for a drain pan (50) which collects fluid from a source of fluid (40) in an associated HVAC unit (39). The drain pan (50) has at least one side wall (55). The device (50) has a bracket (12) having agenerally U-shaped portion with first and second legs (16, 18). The generally U-shaped portion serves to mount the device (10) to the at least one side wall (55) of the drain pan (50). A shelf (20) extends from the second leg (16) of the bracket (12). A switch (24) is secured to the bracket (12). The switch (24) is triggered when the fluid level (65) rises above a predetermined level causing electrical power to the associated HVAC unit (39) to be shut off. An HVAC unit (39) employing this device is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2002Date of Patent: March 2, 2004Assignee: Advanced Distributor Products LLCInventors: Joseph Paul Bush, Colby Wayne Logan
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Patent number: 6695226Abstract: A device providing an improved method for the storage and releasable attachment of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can. In a preferred embodiment, the device is a commercially available cable-tie, modified to provide a releasable attachment and reliable storage of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can. A method of the present invention allows a user to modify an existing cable-tie to provide releasable attachment of a focusing straw onto an aerosol can or other item. The availability and subsequent use of a focusing straw often reduces aerosol over-spray and the resultant air borne contamination. Use of the present invention has, in some cases, reduced the consumption of aerosol spray oil by 30%.Type: GrantFiled: July 5, 2002Date of Patent: February 24, 2004Inventor: Roger Louis Stern
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Publication number: 20040026581Abstract: An apparatus for resting a paintbrush on a surface includes a support body having a first leg portion with opposed front and rear surfaces and a second leg portion extending at an angle relative to the front surface. A strip of double-sided tape is adhered to the rear surface of the first leg portion and can be attached to a paintbrush such that the second leg portion and a handle of the paintbrush engage a support surface to support bristles of the paintbrush above the support surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2003Publication date: February 12, 2004Inventor: Jeff D. Hitzler
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Publication number: 20030230679Abstract: A paint brush pocket of one piece construction defined by a sleeve having a first closed end and a second open end, the cross section of the sleeve dimensioned to the cross section of that portion of a paint brush to which the bristles are attached, the depth of the sleeve dimensioned to the length of the paint brush from that portion to which the bristles are attached to the end of the bristles, it being understood that different size sleeves will be used for different sized paint brushes, the second open end of the sleeve having a generally U-shaped tongue to engage the rim of an open paint can, the U-shaped tongue extending over the rim and depending downwardly within the paint can and thus positioning the sleeve in juxtaposition to the circular outer surface of the paint can.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2003Publication date: December 18, 2003Inventor: Angelo Koumarianos
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Publication number: 20030221439Abstract: A level sensing device (10) for a drain pan (50) which collects fluid from a source of fluid (40) in an associated HVAC unit (39). The drain pan (50) has at least one side wall (55). The device (50) has a bracket (12) having agenerally U-shaped portion with first and second legs (16, 18). The generally U-shaped portion serves to mount the device (10) to the at least one side wall (55) of the drain pan (50). A shelf (20) extends from the second leg (16) of the bracket (12). A switch (24) is secured to the bracket (12). The switch (24) is triggered when the fluid level (65) rises above a predetermined level causing electrical power to the associated HVAC unit (39) to be shut off. An HVAC unit (39) employing this device is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2002Publication date: December 4, 2003Applicant: ADVANCED DISTRIBUTOR PRODUCTS LLCInventors: Joseph Paul Bush, Colby Wayne Logan
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Patent number: 6616110Abstract: A paint can attachment for supporting a paintbrush in a generally vertical position adapted to be removably mounted on an annular rim of a paint can having an inner circular wall with inner and outer surfaces, an annular bead at the top end thereof, and a concentric radially spaced circular rim channel. The attachment is a resilient integrally formed member having a planar generally crescent-shaped main body portion with lateral sides, an arcuate inner edge, a semicircular outer edge defined by a peripheral semicircular lip depending from an underside of the main body portion adapted to resiliently engage the outer surface of the inner wall of the rim, and a semicircular rib depending from the underside of the main body in radially inward spaced relation to the lip and terminating in an inner bead at its lower end adapted to snap over and frictionally engage the annular bead at the top of the rim inner wall.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2002Date of Patent: September 9, 2003Inventor: Mark S. McIntee