Abstract: A holding unit for a panel transmitting device provided with a robot of an articulated joint type to hold a panel of various types and transmit between processes includes a supporting means and a plurality of moving means. An end of the supporting means is movably supported and fixed to the robot and the other end of which extends along a width direction of the panel. Each of the moving means is provided with a moving bar an end of which is provided at a side of the supporting means and is able to rotate and slide in a thickness direction and a width direction of the panel so that the other end thereof may hold the panel. With the unit, precise position adjustment can be achieved in a cost-effective manner.

Abstract: A slide rail has a mounting shaft and a sliding mount. The sliding mount is movably mounted around the mounting shaft and has a clamp, a handle, a clamp jaw, a holding bracket and a spring. The clamp is mounted around the mounting shaft. The handle is rotatably connected to the clamp and has a lock bar and a grip. The clamp jaw is mounted around and abuts the mounting shaft in the clamp and has a convex surface. The holding bracket is connected to the clamp to hold a showerhead, a soap dish or the like and has a positioning ring. The spring is mounted in the clamp between the clamp jaw and the positioning ring to push the convex surface of the clamp jaw to engage an engaging recess of the lock bar.

Abstract: A support device includes a support arm and a support plate in which the support arm has two opposite clamps each having an arrangement for laterally moving a height adjustment mechanism so that after performing both vertical and horizontal adjustments of the clamps pressing pivotably connected arm members will secure a visual display (e.g., computer LCD display) onto the support plate.

Abstract: A support structure for supporting a display panel includes a support and a clamp. The support is rotatably coupled to the display panel. The clamp includes two clamping arms rotatably coupled to the support, a bolt and an adjusting nut. A slot is defined in each clamping arm. The bolt is extended through each slot and engaged with the adjusting nut. Therefore a distance between two distal ends of two clamping arms can be adjusted by screwing and unscrewing the adjusting nut along the bolt. A display device using the support structure is also provided.

Abstract: A clamp device for holding sports equipment, and particularly hockey sticks having an elongated shaft portion, is provided. The clamp device a support surface adapted to receive the elongated portion thereon and first and second clamp portions extending from the support surface and arranged in spaced relation, and otherwise sized and dimensioned to receive the elongated portion in a friction fit relationship between the first and second clamp portions. An apparatus for holding a plurality of hockey sticks is also provided. The apparatus has mounted on a base surface thereof a plurality of clamp devices.

Abstract: A miniature size bird feeder that includes a feed holder; a cap or cover over the feed holder; means for releasably attaching the cap or cover to the feed holder and an attachment means for supporting the feed holder.

Abstract: A tactical device holster (TDH) system is described that is a complete carry and deployment solution allowing for split-second deployment of hand-held non-lethal/lethal deployable devices (HNLDD) by tactical personnel. The TDH system allows tactical personnel to deploy HNLDDs without having to disarm because deployment requires only a single hand, and the TDH system indexes the HNLDD in the proper position for deployment. The TDH system allows the HNLDD to go from secure carry to deployment in under one second while not impeding the deadly force option during deployment. The TDH system keeps the fuze lever of the HNLDD fixed in a pre-specified position. The HNLDD is not altered for use with the TDH system and allows quick insertion of the HNLDD. The TDH system supports numerous HNLDDs and tactical pyrotechnic and incendiary devices, and can be fixed to various tactical clothing, vests, holsters, equipment, and vehicle components.

Abstract: A clamp comprises an anvil and a jaw member moveable relative to the anvil between a secured positioned and an unsecured positioned. A driver, which moves the jaw member between the secured and unsecured positions, includes a torque limiter to inhibit overtightening the jaw member against an object. The jaw member has a rigid engagement portion and an elastomeric pad on its engagement surface. In the unsecured position, the elastomeric pad projects above the rigid material such that when the jaw member is brought into contact with the object, the elastomeric pad contacts the object and the object is substantially free of contact with the rigid engagement portion. In the secured position, the elastomeric pad is compressed such that both the elastomeric pad and rigid engagement portion contact the object.

Abstract: In one exemplary embodiment, a low-profile clamping system generally includes first and second elongate supports engageable with an edge portion of a sheet material for supporting at least part of the sheet material against bending. A fastener can releasably couple the first and second elongate supports to the edge portion of the sheet material. The first and second elongate supports define a channel for receiving the edge portion of the sheet material into the channel when supporting the sheet material. In another exemplary embodiment, an apparatus for transporting a sheet material generally includes a frame, at least one wheel coupled to the frame for allowing rolling movement of the frame, and an adjustable vice coupled to the frame for securing a sheet material in the vice on the frame.

Abstract: A bracket includes a body with a first clamp and a second clamp. The first clamp is pivotably mounted and operatively engaged with a first lever that is pivotable between a release position and a locking position. A second lever is operatively engaged with the first lever to prevent the first lever from pivoting from a locking position to a release position.

Abstract: A holding device. The holding device can hold portable objects such as MP3 players, mobile phones, navigation devices, etc. The holding device has one or more arms, which can grip the portable object. In predetermined orientations, one arm is prevented from moving outward, to prevent the held portable object from falling even when it is being inserted or removed from the holder.

Abstract: A clamp-type hard disk (hard disk) mount includes a base having a hard disk contact surface; two clamping arms pivotally connected at rear ends to two fulcrums provided in and near two lateral ends of the base; and two restoring elements disposed in the base. The two clamping arms respectively have an extension section rearward extended beyond the two fulcrums. Two short rods are separately provided near front ends of the two clamping arms corresponding to two retaining hole provided on two lateral sides of a hard disk. The restoring elements normally push the extension sections of the clamping arms outward, so that the two clamping arms automatically clamp on the two lateral sides of a hard disk installed on the clamp-type hard disk mount.

Abstract: A chemical reactor clamp for supporting a glassware or equivalent chemical reactor having a neck includes: (a) a central housing; (b) a spring-biased yoke connected to the central housing and extending outwardly therefrom for a attachment to the reactor neck; (c) a female socket on the central housing and adapted to receive a clamp rod; and, (d) a clamp rod locking mechanism on the central housing at the female socket. There is also a combination of the clamp with the rod, as well as a system with the clamp, rod and rod support unit, as well as a system with these components and a second rod (vertical rod) and a vertical rod base, to provide multiple degrees of freedom of movement for the clamp.

Abstract: A clamp, a system and/or a method secures an article to a fixture. The clamp, the system and/or the method may prevent a theft and/or a removal of the article from the fixture. The clamp is attached to the article, such as, for example, a laptop computer. A vertical member extends from the clamp and may be situated within a recess of the article to prevent the clamp from being removed from the article. A tether secures the clamp and/or the article to the fixture. The vertical member of the clamp may have a plunger that may be depressed by the article while the article is situated within the clamp.

Abstract: The present invention relates to An information host support comprises a support shaft assembly, a plurality of connecting shafts, and a holding shaft assembly, wherein each connecting shaft serially connects to a support shaft of the support shaft assembly and a holding shaft of the holding shaft assembly. A vertical shaft is disposed at a side of each holding shaft to constitute an accommodation space. Each support shaft and each holding shaft are jointed to the connecting shaft by a support locking terminal and a holding locking terminal. Further, the support is arranged on a vertical surface by a linking chunk connecting each support shaft. Alternatively, the support is arranged on a sliding shaft with a roller assembly in collocation with an arc shape clip. This way, not only are various information hosts stably carried by fast adjusting the accommodation space, but also easy to storage by a hanging function thereof.

Abstract: A bracket is disclosed for mounting an electrical box on a mounting bar. The bracket comprises a front jaw and a rear jaw. The jaws are movable toward an open position for allowing movement of the bracket relative to the mounting bar and toward a closed position for gripping the mounting bar at a selected position along the mounting bar. The jaws are biased toward the closed position. An electrical box is attached to the front jaw. In one embodiment, the front jaw, rear jaw and a spring for urging the jaws closed are integrally formed from a single piece of sheet metal.

Abstract: A display arrangement is provided that includes at least one profile made of one or more parts, at least one essentially horizontally oriented planar rack element and at least one bracket element, wherein each of the profiles has at least one central web and, arranged thereon, two parallel inner flanges. Wherein at least one of the profiles can be oriented vertically, wherein the bracket element is formed from a top part and a bottom part which can be drawn against one another by means of at least one tensioning screw, and each have a tensioning surface.

Abstract: A shock resistant sensor assembly comprises a base plate, a clamp lid, a hinge assembly secured to the base plate and the clamp lid and forming a hinge connection, and a releasable clamp assembly secured to either the base plate or the clamp lid opposite the hinge assembly and having a latch member for releasably engaging and clamping the other end of the base plate or the clamp lid. A sensor housing with a sensor is clamped between the base plate and the clamp lid.

Abstract: A mounting device for securing plate-shaped elements (5) on a mounting rail (6) includes first (12; 52; 72) and second holding members (17; 57; 77) forming, together a space (16; 42) for receiving a plate-shaped element (5), a fastening member (27; 60) extending through the first (12; 52; 72) and the second (17; 57; 77) holding member and connectable with an anchoring element (23) provided on the mounting rail (6) for securing the mounting device (11; 41; 51; 71) on the mounting rail (6), and at least one resilient element (32; 46; 62; 92) provided between the first holding member (12; 52; 72), which is displaceable relative to the second holding member, and the second holding member (17; 57; 77) for spacing the first and second holding members (12, 17; 52, 57; 72, 77) from each other.

Abstract: A universal mounting mechanism for holding objects, such as electrical, medical, optical or audio/visual components needing secure physical connection to another surface in such a way that the mounted object can be easily and quickly installed and removed. It locks the object by providing surfaces on three planes that firmly engage the object so it does not move during transportation or when mounted on a fixed surface. It is low in profile so it does not obstruct the use of the items being held. The mount has no loose parts that can be lost during installation or removal of the mounted objects. Furthermore, the mount has the added feature of locking into either the open or closed position. Because the range of motion is limited, the top of the mount will not move into a position where it could be damaged or obstruct the use of adjacently mounted items.

Abstract: A universal clamp assembly for receiving an electrical conductor having a variety of diameters without exchanging parts. An insulator includes a support fitting thereon. The clamp assembly includes a keeper fixed to an end of the fitting with two guide arms disposed along two sides thereof. An internally threaded bore in the keeper has a longitudinal axis. An externally threaded bolt is threadedly received in the bore. The assembly also includes a clamp member relatively rotatably receiving and axially restraining the bolt and located adjacent to the keeper for translational movement of the clamp member relative to the keeper along the longitudinal axis of the bolt. The clamp member includes two axially extending sliding arms adjacent the two guide arms. Rotation of the bolt along the longitudinal axis moves the clamp member towards and away from the keeper.

Abstract: A mounting bracket assembly that is configured for removably supporting storage containers therein at an acute angle with respect to the vertical. The mounting bracket assembly includes a mounting leg for mounting the mounting bracket assembly to a vertical support structure, a support leg, a cross-piece complementary shaped to the upper cross-sectional shape of a storage container, and a support/brace for supporting the bottom of the storage container. The mounting bracket assembly can further include a base from which the mounting leg and support leg extend upwardly.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are disclosed for securing an electrical device at a desired location. The apparatus includes a housing comprising a support surface on which an electronic device can be supported and a pair of opposed jaw members mounted with the housing, locatable with respect to each other, and arranged to be urged against respective sides of an electronic device to thereby clamp the electronic device at a desired location. At least one of the jaw members includes a region arranged to urge the electronic device against the support surface when the electronic device is clamped at the desired location.

Abstract: A dishwasher accessory for securing various sizes of stemware in a stable and upright position over a vertical tine on a dishwasher rack. The accessory includes an elongated body that is longitudinally aligned and slides over a tine. Formed on the lower end of the body is a longitudinally aligned slot designed to allow the elongated body to fully extended and rest against the lower end of the tine and the rack's horizontal framework. A perpendicular aligned clamping member attaches to the elongated body and attaches at its opposite end to the central stem on a piece of stemware. The clamping member is designed to grasp and hold the stem on an inverted, vertical aligned piece of stemware placed on the rack. Formed on the proximal end of the clamping member is an octagonal-shaped socket opening designed to receive the upper neck section on the elongated body that is also octagonal in cross-section.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for a vehicle backup camera, including: a lengthwise portion; and a camera mounting portion connected to the lengthwise portion, the camera mounting portion including a protrusion, the protrusion forming a gap between the camera mounting portion and the lengthwise portion so that the lengthwise portion can be mounted behind a license plate of a vehicle and a camera can be suspended by the camera mounting portion for viewing a rear of the vehicle when the vehicle is in reverse.

Abstract: A lockable notebook stand securely holds a notebook computer in position and is available for all kinds of notebook computer without any redesigning or retrofitting of the notebook computer or the lockable notebook stand. The lockable notebook stand has a stationary base, a sliding base and two clamps. The stationary base has at least one rod. The sliding base has at least one rod mount and a lock. The rod mount is formed through the sliding base aligns with and is slidably mounted around the rod of the stationary base. The lock is formed through the sliding base, corresponds to the rod mount and locks the rod. The clamps are formed respectively on the top of the stationary base and the sliding base and selective clamp and lock the notebook computer as the sliding base slides toward the stationary base.

Abstract: A holder for a loudspeaker box onto which the loudspeaker box can be slipped. The holder includes a control handle and a clamping device actuatable without tools via the control handle.

Abstract: A tool hanger system kit used to secure a tool, such as a mop, broom, or other tool, to a wall which includes an all-purpose handle clamp that is easily and readily removably attached to a tool handle and a wall mount having arms pivotally extending outwardly therefrom for receiving a tool mounted to a handle clamp is disclosed.

Abstract: A ladder rack for supporting a ladder in a stowage position and for moving the ladder between the stowage position and a loading/unloading position at which the ladder can be loaded onto the rack or unloaded from the rack. The ladder rack includes a frame assembly which is mounted on a support structure such as a vehicle roof and a bed platform having opposite ends that are coupled to the frame assembly for sliding and hinged movement with respect to the frame assembly. At least one of the ends of the bed platform is configured to be extendible when pivoted downward into a loading or unloading position.

Abstract: A tool holder designed for battery operated power tools is attachable to a belt and has a quick release to allow access to the power tool. The tool holder grasps the power tool at the handle between the battery pack of the tool and the housing containing the operative part. The tool holder is made of a flat material such as metal or a high-density plastic and comprises a mechanical latch that secures the power tool within the holder until the user disengages the latch to allow removal of the tool.

Abstract: A sign system with a frame and at least one sign. The sign has at least one protruding ridge extending from the backside with the ridge having a narrow neck portion proximate the backside. At least one clamping unit is fixed to the frame with at least one pair of clamps to securely the neck portion of the ridge such that the frame is reversibly but securely fastened to the frame.

Abstract: A clamping device for electronic products includes a combining member and a clamping base that is made of elastic steel sheet having its outer periphery coated with a layer of soft rubber and its central portion bored with a combining hole. Thus, after the clamping base is combined with an electronic product by the combining member, the electronic product can be hung on a user's girdle by turning over the elastic steel sheet of the clamping base, and an earphone line can be wound on the steel sheet in a space between the clamping base and the electronic product, having great practicability and convenience in use.

Abstract: An exemplary fixing apparatus is for mounting a hard disk drive (HDD) having a plurality of holes defined in sidewalls and includes a first side plate, a bracket, and a plurality of fixing pins. The bracket includes an end plate, and a second side plate perpendicular to the end plate. One end of the first side plate is pivotably attached to a free end of the end plate of the bracket. The other end of the first plate includes a latch extending therefrom. The second side plate includes a latch extending from a free end thereof, to detachably engage with the latch of the first side plate. The fixing pins are attached to the first side plate and the second side plate to engage in the holes of the HDD.

Abstract: A cup holder for vehicles provided by the present invention enables stable positioning of a beverage container within a vehicle regardless of the container's shape or size and allows the beverage container to be readily inserted or removed as one desires.

Abstract: A formable support stand system for portable electronic devices that provides a manner to support a device such as a tablet computer in a variety of orientations from a supporting surface such as a tray or table. The embodiments comprise a flex-rod prop, and a fastener for attaching the prop to an electronic device, such that the flex rod resists deformation, but can be adjusted into a wide variety of positions. The stand system is adapted for use with devices used by those with limited or erratic motor control, in order to allow positioning of the screen face of a tablet computer in a chosen orientation relative to a support tray on a wheelchair, for instance. The stand system comprises a flexible, positionable flex-rod, an anti-skid sleeve and is removeably attached to the electronic device by means of rod clamp system. The formable support system is also provided as a kit for retrofitting existing devices.

Abstract: In one exemplary embodiment, a low-profile clamping system generally includes first and second elongate supports engageable with an edge portion of a sheet material for supporting at least part of the sheet material against bending. A fastener can releasably couple the first and second elongate supports to the edge portion of the sheet material. The first and second elongate supports define a channel for receiving the edge portion of the sheet material into the channel when supporting the sheet material. In another exemplary embodiment, an apparatus for transporting a sheet material generally includes a frame, at least one wheel coupled to the frame for allowing rolling movement of the frame, and an adjustable vice coupled to the frame for securing a sheet material in the vice on the frame.

Abstract: An emergency lighting device and system comprising a lighting device is disclosed. The lighting device may comprise with photo-luminescent plastic to make the lighting device visible in the dark. In particular embodiments, a bracket in a storage container capable of being mounted on a wall secures a flashlight in the storage container. Utilization of the system with a flashlight enables the individual to move to a safer location, find their way out of the area, or to help others without an emergency light station nearby.

Abstract: An adjustable stand for carrying an electronic device and adjusting a position on a desk is provided to include a clamp and a supporting element. The clamp has a positioning element that comprises two axial portions each having a through hole, a clamping element that comprises an adjusting portion with a plurality of notches, and an elastic element positioned between the positioning element and the clamping element for restoring the position. The supporting element has two terminal rods that are axially fixed to the axial portions of the positioning element, and a supporting rod formed between the two terminal rods for lodging into one of the notches of the clamping element.

Abstract: A wall mountable razor holder is provided. The razor holder has two pairs of curved arms extending from a back plate and wall mounting structure, such as a suction cup. The razor holder retains a safety razor at least one of two alternate positions. A head down position will ensure adequate drainage from the razor to ensure an erodable shaving aid body member of the razor will not soften from unnecessary contact with water. A head up position will be more familiar to a user.

Abstract: An anchor dock includes an anchor body, an adsorption portion and a bracing rack. The anchor body has a lower shell and an upper shell. The lower shell has a conical side surface formed at a sloped angle. The upper shell is located on an upper surface of the lower shell. The adsorption portion is located below the anchor body. The bracing rack is formed in a U-shape and surrounds the upper shell and has two ends hinged on the anchor body.

Abstract: A clamp for securing an element to a structure comprises, a first part and a second part, engageable into a assembled state about the element to be secured. A flexible element is attached to the first part and the second part, which flexible element allows independent movement of the first part and second part when the clamp is not assembled. The clamp further comprises a tensioning mechanism adapted to hold the flexible element taught when the clamp is in the assembled state.

Abstract: A sprinkler riser clamp securely engages a spring-retractable riser of a pop-up sprinkler. The riser clamp includes a clamping body and a handle attached thereto. The clamping body is configured to snap onto and securely grip the spring-retractable riser of the pop-up sprinkler. The clamping body exerts a gripping force while the spring-retractable riser exerts a retracing force. The gripping force exerted by the clamping body exceeds the retraction force exerted by the spring-retractable riser. The clamping body includes a resilient first clamp arm and a resilient second clamp arm connected by a joint at one end of each arm. The clamping body includes an opening for receiving the spring-retractable riser. The first clamp arm and second clamp arm of the clamping body each include rounded bottom edges configured to facilitate installation and removal by pivoting motion. The handle is attached to the clamping body by an arm. The handle has blunt ends.

Abstract: A liquid tank is provided for a heavy vehicle, suitable for fastening to a vehicle frame by at least one supporting bracket having shaped surfaces arranged for load bearing and locating contact against the liquid tank. The tank includes two end face portions and a shell portion with a non-symmetrical cross-section extending there between. The tank includes a first, shaped portion facing the vehicle frame, arranged for load bearing contact against a first shaped surface of the supporting bracket, a second, shaped portion extending partially below the frame, arranged to locate the tank relative to a second shaped surface of the supporting bracket, and a third, substantially rectangular portion facing away from the vehicle frame, and that the tank is fastened to the bracket by at least one clamping means. A bracket for supporting such a tank is also disclosed.

Abstract: A universal clamp assembly having a support fitting with arms and a threaded bolt mounted to the arms allowing rotation about a longitudinal axis of the bolt. The bolt is retained against axial movement along the longitudinal axis. A clamp member is rotatably mounted on the bolt between the arms for rotation of the clamp member relative to the support fitting about the longitudinal axis. The clamp member is restrained against axial movement relative to the support fitting and the bolt along the longitudinal axis. The clamp includes a guide opening through which the bolt extends. A keeper is threadedly mounted on the bolt and partially received in the guide opening. The keeper slides in the guide opening along the longitudinal axis and is restrained against rotation about the longitudinal axis of the bolt relative to the clamp member. The keeper is rotatable about the longitudinal axis concurrently with the clamp member.

Abstract: Deck Support is an L-shaped bracket with a plurality of holes and a slot for fastening it to a house joist and the deck band board. Ideally, a user secures the first side of the L-shaped bracket to the house joist using nails and/or bolts through the plurality of holes and attaches the second side of the L-shaped bracket to the inside band of the house and band board of the deck utilizing a carriage bolt.

Abstract: A bracket includes a body with a first clamp and a second clamp. The first clamp is pivotably mounted and operatively engaged with a first lever that is pivotable between a release position and a locking position. A second lever is operatively engaged with the first lever to prevent the first lever from pivoting from a locking position to a release position.

Abstract: An adjusting device for positioning shower head includes a holder movably connected to a rod and a clip for positioning a shower head is rotatably connected to the holder. A frame is connected to the holder and a clamp is movably located between the holder and the frame. The clamp has a clamp shoe which is in a first position to contact the rod or in a second position to be removed from the rod. The clamp has an insertion extending therefrom which extends through the frame and is connected with a lever unit. A spring is mounted on the insertion. The lever unit can pull the insertion to remove the clamp shoe away from the rod to allow the holder to be moved along the rod.

Abstract: The invention recites an exhaust pipe clamp for clamping at least two pipes. The clamp includes a band formed to at least partially surround each of the two pipes, the band defining an internal volume. A reaction block is interconnected with the band and disposed substantially within the internal volume. The exhaust clamp also includes a clamping member operable to reduce the internal volume of the band.

Abstract: A chainsaw holder adapted for receiving a chainsaw bar and chain within an interior compartment of a mounting piece. A pressure piece fits at least partly within the interior compartment and is forced by an operator against the chainsaw bar to capture it within the compartment. The operator is adjustable to release the chainsaw bar. The operator may be a screw operator which bears upon the pressure plate. The pressure plate may have an end flange for keeping it positioned within the interior compartment. The mounting piece preferably has flanges which allow fasteners to extend therethrough and secure the apparatus to the side wall of a supporting structure such as the wall of a pickup bed.

Abstract: A locking bracket for securing virtually any commercial grade hand truck to the cargo bed of a delivery truck or any other surface for safety and security. The locking bracket generally comprises a flat mounting plate, a kick-lever pivotally attached to the mounting plate for kick-release, and a push rod attached to the other end of the lever. The push rod extends to a clamping mechanism including two upwardly protruding spaced blocks housing opposed laterally-closing clamping teeth. In operation, a hand truck is locked in place overtop in a standing position with the center strut of its nose plate clamped between the teeth. Urging the lever forward with one's foot drives the push rod which opens the clamping teeth for quick-kick release of the hand truck.