Abstract: The disclosure specifies a fixing device for a current sensor, which fixing device comprises a holding element which is shaped in the manner of a U and a surface part which is connected to the free end of a limb of the holding element, with the surface part being arranged substantially perpendicular to the connected limb and extending away from the opening in the holding element. The fixing device also comprises a retaining element which is connected to the surface part and is shaped in the manner of a C, with the orientation of the opening in the retaining element corresponding substantially to the orientation of the opening in the holding element. By means of the fixing device for a current sensor, mounting can be simplified, carried out more quickly and performed in a manner which is less susceptible to faults.

Abstract: Described is a ceiling mount for a device comprising a channel member and a latch. The channel member includes a side surface extending upward a first predetermined distance from a top surface of a housing of the device and a horizontal surface extending for a second predetermined distance away from the side surface in a direction substantially parallel to the top surface to define a first ceiling member receiving channel between the horizontal surface and the top surface. The latch is rotatably attached to the top surface. The latch defines a second ceiling member receiving channel between the latch and the top surface, so that when rotated, the latch covers the second ceiling member receiving channel.

Abstract: A hanger for a ceiling fan is formed with a conical receiving opening contracted downward gradually and having a hard hanging spherical member received therein. The hanging spherical member has its outer circumference annularly provided with a stop ring whose diameter is larger than the inner diameter of the receiving opening. A shock-absorbing cover is covered around the outer circumference under the stop ring of the hanging spherical member, having its inner circumferential camber matching with the outer circumferential camber of the hanging spherical member to enable the shock-absorbing cover to stably cover the hanging spherical member, and its outer circumference completely touching the inner edge of the receiving opening, avoiding the hanging spherical member dropping downward, preventing noises from produced and effectively elevating stability of the hanger.

Abstract: An article hanging system capable of easily changing an exhibit position and an exhibit height of an article such as a goods exhibited in a shop, a hanger and a display shelf comprises a ceiling rail assembly, a wire holder slidably retained to the ceiling rail assembly, a wire hanging down from the wire holder, a gripper fixably attachable at a desired position along the wire, a wire holder attached to a lower end of the wire and a floor rail assembly to which the wire holder is slidably retained. Each of the rail assemblies comprises longitudinal rails extending in a longitudinal direction (the Y-direction) and lateral rails slidable with respect to the longitudinal rail as being spanned between the longitudinal rails. Each of the wire holders are slidable along the lateral rail.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a system and method for suspending a personal radiation protection device. The system includes a support member and a cable mechanically suspended from the support member. The system also includes a member for counter-balancing the weight of a personal radiation protection device. The counter-balancing member is attached to the cable. The system further includes a member for attaching the counter-balancing member to the personal radiation protection device.

Abstract: A storage system generally comprising of one or more storage containers which form an array of storage containers for storing items and which include at least four edges. “Containers” within the context of this application is meant to encompass any four-edged container including boxes, bins, and/or totes. Each storage system is generally comprised of at least one storage unit which consists of at least one rail-type unit having a first and second end which attaches to a ceiling or wall, creating a hanging apparatus. Each rail-type unit consists of one or more parallel support rails; one or more inner adjacently parallel reinforcement rods that allow said rail-type unit to be attached to a ceiling or wall and one or more outer parallel reinforcement rods that provide stability and rigidity to said rail-type unit. Each parallel support rails are coupled to the inner and outer parallel reinforcement rods by a plurality of inverted u-shaped like brackets which provide stability and rigidity to the rail-type unit.

Abstract: A support system for a display device comprise a track system that defines a display movement path for movement of the display device. A support member that is movably engaged with the track supports the movement of the display device along the movement path. A cable management system has a cable of predetermined length that electrically connects to the display device and a flexible cable carrier disposed in the track system carries the cable. The flexible cable carrier has a fixed end along a first cable movement path and a moving end along a second cable movement path that is distinct from the first cable movement path.

Abstract: An airborne time domain electromagnetic survey system is provided. The system and apparatus of the present invention are able to address the interest in exploring base metals and uranium deposits at depths approaching 1 kilometer. It encompasses a transmitter coil having a large magnetic dipole moment, flight stability, which is light weight, compatible with small helicopters, and can be transported, setup and repaired in the field. It is of a semi-rigid modular structure that can decrease the incidence of damage or breakage during take-off or landing in rough terrain.

Abstract: A lift system and method for lifting or lowering items from one level to another within a building is accomplished by providing a lift platform. An upper level support structure having an opening is configured to allow passage of the platform through the opening. The opening is suspended above a generally open area of a lower level. An upper level frame is coupled to the support structure. A winch having a motor that rotates a drum is supported by the upper level frame. A length of cable secures at one end to the winch and at the other end to the platform through a biasing member. Operation of the winch rotates the drum to wind or unwind the cable to raise or lower the platform through the open area of the lower level without any laterally adjacent support or guidance structure within the open area.

Abstract: Disclosed are a method and device for a hanging device that is used to support ductwork, pipes, wiring, conduit and the like from support beams such as I-Joists. The disclosed embodiments take advantage of I-joist geometry and utilize the flanges of the joist to provide a quick and reliable means for securing ductwork and other elongated objects in construction projects.

Abstract: An exposure apparatus that irradiates an energy beam to a substrate includes a projection optical system that projects the energy beam to the substrate, and a support device having a flexible structure to support the projection optical system. According to one embodiment, the flexible structure includes three flexible rods that support the projection optical system from an upper side of the projection optical system. According to an embodiment, extended lines of the respective rods cross at a reference point of the projection optical system.

Abstract: A ceiling mount apparatus including a mounting board mountable in a drop ceiling grid, a mounting support with a first end threadingly engaging a ceiling mount plate on a projector. A second end of the mounting support is fixedly mounted on the mounting board by a clamp. One end of a safety strap is attached to a fixed ceiling member and another end is attached to a fastener of the apparatus to prevent inadvertent dislodgement of the mounting board from the ceiling grid. A safety pin extends through diametrically opposed apertures on the second end of the mounting support to prevent the support member from inadvertently dislodging from the mounting board. The mounting board also includes a pre-mounted electrical outlet possessing a predetermined length of electrical cord.

Abstract: A suspender for a fluid reservoir having a drinking tube includes a grip structurally coupled to a hanger. The grip is oriented to hold the drinking tube and the hanger configured to support a weight of the reservoir. The reservoir includes flexible walls forming a compartment for holding a liquid. An expander for the reservoir includes a body insertable inside the compartment through an opening defined by a collar of a fill port. Formed on the body are a first collar engaging surface and a second collar engaging surface. The collar engaging surface are separated by a distance substantially equal to a width of the opening. An expansion member, integral to the body, is oriented to maintain at least a partial separation between the flexible walls when the body is inserted inside the compartment and the first and second collar engaging surfaces are engaging the collar.

Abstract: Hangers and methods for supporting an item from a structure. In some examples, the hanger includes a body configured to support the item and lines configured to bear tension, the lines supporting the body from corners of the structure. In some examples, the hanger includes an adjustment mechanism mounted to the body and coupled to the lines, wherein the adjustment mechanism is configured to selectively adjust the position of the body relative to the structure. In some examples, the method includes forming a portion of a first line into a first loop, forming a portion of a second line into a second loop, placing the first loop over the first corner of the structure, placing the second loop over the second corner of the structure, securing the item to the first line, and securing the item to the second line.

Abstract: A support device capable of providing additional storage space in close-quarters, wherein the device can be hung from two points to provide a volume comprising the floor of the device and in some embodiments a vertical surface such as a wall to which the support device is attached, either by hooks affixed to the vertical surface, to by attachment to any two other stationary points. Items such as towels, laundry and various and sundry other items may be conveniently stored using the device.

Abstract: An article hanging system capable of easily changing an exhibit position and an exhibit height of an article such as a goods exhibited in a shop, a hanger and a display shelf comprises a ceiling rail assembly, a wire holder slidably retained to the ceiling rail assembly, a wire hanging down from the wire holder, a gripper fixably attachable at a desired position along the wire, a wire holder attached to a lower end of the wire and a floor rail assembly to which the wire holder is slidably retained. Each of the rail assemblies comprises longitudinal rails extending in a longitudinal direction (the Y-direction) and lateral rails slidable with respect to the longitudinal rail as being spanned between the longitudinal rails. Each of the wire holders are slidable along the lateral rail.

Abstract: A design part composing a lamp unit includes a plate part positioned at a cabin side and covering an attaching hole of a roof trim, and a pair of vertically extending parts. The vertically extending part includes a frame part vertically extending from the plate part in a direction perpendicular to the plate part, and a movable piece continued to a connecting part of the frame part at a far side from the plate part. When a function part is pushed into between the pair of movable pieces, the gap between the movable pieces is increased, and a locking margin between the movable piece and an outer edge of an attaching hole is increased. Thus, holding force to hold the roof trim is secured.

Abstract: A unique automobile window insert and accompanying window tool for hanging automobile accessories from an automobile window, allowing for an incredibly secure and convenient attachment of automobile accessories to an automobile window. This invention allows automobile accessories to be within easy reach and stay in place even if accidently bumped or when traveling at high speeds or over uneven terrain. In addition, this invention includes any and all automobile accessories whatsoever, to be utilized by either the driver or passenger of an automobile, that may be attached to an automobile window by using the automobile window insert and/or accompanying window tool. These automobile accessories include, but are not limited to, all manner of cupholders, cellphone holders, iPod/MP3/satellite radio holders, CD holders, sunglasses holders, garbage holders, tissue holders, accessory/food trays/holders, and any and all types of holders, trays, containers, vessels or receptacles whatsoever.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a device that provides a convenient, safe, attractive method for holding, reaching and managing a plurality of electrical appliances by avoiding the cords getting entangled with each other in a work station. The device comprises a central hub, a plurality of flanges extending outwardly from the central hub and a plurality of electrical receptacles disposed on the central hub. Each flange has a first fastener disposed at an end of the flange and a second fastener disposed on the body of the flange, the first and second fasteners are capable of holding the electrical appliance and looping the electrical cord thereof such that an electrical plug of the electrical appliance is received into the electrical receptacle providing power to the electrical appliance. The device is capable of rotary motion thereby providing access to each electrical appliance.

Abstract: A hanging device for a ratchet wrench includes a base, and an anti-theft mechanism mounted on the base. The anti-theft mechanism includes a first member having a receiving space, a protruding limit post, a plurality of snapping hooks and a first toothed portion, and a second member having a seat portion, a second toothed portion, a catch flange and a mounting stud. Thus, the ratchet wrench is locked by and cannot be detached from the anti-theft mechanism of the hanging device so as to provide an anti-theft function.

Abstract: A decorative miniature sled gift card holder includes a deck, runners positioned beneath the deck, a gift card retention device, and a hanging device, with which the holder may be hung. The use of various types of sleds, such as sleds and sleighs with runners attached to the underside of the deck, as well as toboggans which incorporate wood runners on the underside of the deck, is contemplated. The gift card retention device includes at least a pair of vertical extensions affixed to opposite sides of the upper surface of the deck, which provide lateral alignment of a gift card on the deck. It may also include a stop attached to the upper surface at one end of the deck and horizontal extensions coupled directly to the vertical extensions, which provides longitudinal positioning of the card in one direction and within a horizontal plane overlying the deck, respectively.

Abstract: An apparatus for the suspension of objects from stable and overhanging locations. A method for the installation and use of such an apparatus is also included. Apparatus is especially useful in the decorative display of lanterns created from pumpkins and other gourds and melons including cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon.

Abstract: A radiation detector assembly is provided. The radiation detector assembly includes a radiation detector element and a light detection element operationally connected to the radiation detector element. The radiation detector element is seated within a housing. The assembly also includes a plurality of continuous wave formed springs located along the outer periphery of the radiation detector element, radially between the housing and the radiation detector element.

Abstract: A system is provided for suspending a plurality of line array loudspeakers. The suspension system includes a rigging bar having an engaging member, such as a pivotal member, positioned near one end of the rigging bar. The engaging member includes a free end capable of extending outward past the end of the rigging bar in which the engaging member is positioned. The end of the rigging bar opposite the pivotal member is designed to releasably receive an engaging member of an adjacent rigging bar. The free end of the engaging member of the rigging bar may include a hole that aligns with holes positioned in the receiving end of the rigging bar. The engaging member of one rigging bar may then be secured to an adjacent rigging bar by aligning holes of the engaging member of a first rigging bar with the holes in the receiving end of a second rigging bar and inserting a release pin through the aligned holes.

Abstract: A hanger assembly includes a hanger bracket and an adapter formed with a head and a down rod connector. The head has a lower face seated in a socket formed in the hanger bracket and an opposing upper face, and a first axis perpendicular to the upper face. The down rod connector depends downwardly from the lower face thereof to a free end adapted to be secured to a down rod, and includes a front face facing a front end of the socket, an opposing rear face facing a rear end of the socket, and a second axis extending longitudinally thereof. There is a salient angle of less than 180 degrees between the first axis and the second axis facing the front end of the socket, and the front end of the socket is received in a notch formed in the front face of the down rod connector.

Abstract: An arrangement for raising and lowering relative light weight objects from a ground position to a high storage position. A bracket is secured to the high storage position and supports a vertical rotatable shaft, with a pair of horizontal reels and an automatic lock position. A rod is detachably attached to the shaft and extends horizontally downwardly to the ground position. Rotation of the shaft around its central axis causes rotation of the reels. The reels are affixed to two lines which extend generally horizontally from the reels, with the free ends of the lines extending over spaced pulleys and extending downwardly for attachment to the ground level. Rotation of the shaft allows raising and lowering of the object. A spring loaded mechanism associated with the shaft causes automatic locking of the reels in any position, and locks the reels upon raising to the high storage position.

Abstract: A suspension clamping holder is designed for use with a supporting structure. The supporting structure may have a first region and a another region extending from the first region at an angle. The first region has a holding portion, which is used to support the weight of the holder any load carried by the holder. The holder is capable of being suspended from the supporting structure. A holding element on one end of the holder is suspended from the supporting structure and a clamping slider is connected releasably with the bar region of the supporting structure. The clamping slider is capable of being fixedly clamped onto the bar region and the holder is capable of being locked on the supporting structure without any necessary screws.

Abstract: A support hanger system adapted to hang away from a top chord of a truss assembly using the upwardly facing planar surface of the top chord as the support surface for the downwardly extending support hanger. The support hanger assembly utilizes an elongated threaded member extending away from an operatively connected cross member. The cross member is oriented in transverse relation to the axis running along the length of the elongated threaded member. The cross member is adapted to fit through an acceptance slot extending through an upper base plate structure of the top chord such that the operatively connected threaded member extends downwardly from the upper base plate structure between downwardly projecting leg elements on either side of the acceptance slot. A channel support member adapted to reside between the leg elements may be disposed at a position below the cross member.

Abstract: A sunshade includes a supporting rod, a holding sleeve pivotably mounted to an upper end of the supporting rod, an arcuate tube slidably extended through the holding sleeve and including an end for coupling with a canopy support frame, a reel mounted to the other end of the arcuate tube, a mounting member mounted to the supporting rod, a quick release mounted around the other end of the arcuate tube, and a connecting rod including a first end pivotally connected to the mounting member and a second end pivotally connected to the quick release. When the quick release is in a clamping position, the quick release is fixedly clamped on the arcuate tube, and the other end of the arcuate tube is supported by the connecting rod. When the quick release is in a released position, relative sliding movement between the quick release and the arcuate tube is allowed.

Abstract: A protective cover for use on one or more saw blades. An insert can be positioned on the saw blade(s). The cover is formed from a heat shrinking material that is shrunk around the saw blade(s) to provide a thin close fitting cover that protects teeth on the saw blade(s). A tag can be attached to the cover and/or saw blade(s) and/or an insert. The tag has a security device disposed thereon. The tag can be used to hang the saw blade(s) from a display device.

Abstract: A rigging device includes a fixture having opposed first and second ends, opposed upper and lower faces, and a bracket extending away from the upper face of the fixture between the opposed first and second ends of the fixture to engage a hoist line of a crane. A support is mounted to the fixture proximate each of the opposed first and second ends on either side of the bracket extending away from the lower face of the fixture terminating with an engaging element movable between a disengaging position and an engaging position.

Abstract: A safety connection intended for suspending objects, for instance curtain rails, rods, towel racks and the like, the safety connection (2) comprising at least one first (3) and one second (4) retaining element, the one retaining element (3; 4), after mounting, being coupled to the object to be suspended, while the other retaining element (4; 3), after mounting, is connected to an environment, the first (3) and second (4) retaining element being detachably coupled to each other such that, under the influence of a particular tensile force (F) applied to those elements (3, 4), these retaining elements (3, 4) disconnect, characterized in that the second retaining element (4) is provided with at least one resilient lip (5), while the first and second retaining elements (3, 4) are arranged to cooperate via that at least one resilient lip (5) for effecting said detachable coupling of the retaining elements (3, 4).

Abstract: An article hanging system capable of easily changing an exhibit position and an exhibit height of an article such as a goods exhibited in a shop, a hanger and a display shelf comprises a ceiling rail assembly, a wire holder slidably retained to the ceiling rail assembly, a wire hanging down from the wire holder, a gripper fixably attachable at a desired position along the wire, a wire holder attached to a lower end of the wire and a floor rail assembly to which the wire holder is slidably retained. Each of the rail assemblies comprises longitudinal rails extending in a longitudinal direction (the Y-direction) and lateral rails slidable with respect to the longitudinal rail as being spanned between the longitudinal rails. Each of the wire holders are slidable along the lateral rail.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a mobile device. In the present invention, a speaker is installed to a seating portion formed on a rear surface of a main body. The speaker is rotatably installed to the main body, so that the main body can be selectively stably supported on the ground. Also, an insertion portion is concavely formed in one surface of the main body, and a support plate is inserted into the insertion portion to support the main body on the ground. In addition, a hanger is coupled to an outside of the main body so that the main body is caught to an external article. According to the present invention, a better design for an external appearance is provided to the mobile device and convenience of a user is enhanced since the mobile device can stand by the speaker or the support plate. In addition, the main body can be caught to a collar of a user or a hook, whereby the user can easily carry the mobile device.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of a hanging tool support assembly provide a portable, adjustable support to hold and/or position a tool, such as a flashlight. For example, the hanging tool support assembly hangs or is otherwise suspended from a support line proximate to a work area. According to exemplary embodiments, the hanging tool support assembly includes a pair of inverted, J-shaped hangers, a downwardly extending arm, a movable support piece connecting the downwardly extending arm to a tool support base, the tool support base, and attachment means for supporting and/or holding a tool to the tool support base. In some embodiments, the hangers may further include additional safety and/or positioning components.

Abstract: A cryostat, comprising an outer vacuum vessel containing cryogenic equipment suspended from the outer vacuum vessel by a number of suspension rods. At least one of the suspension rods is provided with a tensioning and retaining mechanism for holding that suspension rod in tension braced against a suspension bracket). This tensioning and retaining mechanism includes a tubular rod carrier arranged, in use, to pass through a hole or slot in the suspension bracket, the rod carrier having an axial bore through which, in use, the rod may pass; a thread on its outer surface along at least part of its length; and a rod bearing surface for, in use, transmitting force to the rod. This tensioning and retaining mechanism also comprises a tensioning nut threaded onto the thread so as to, in use, brace against the suspension bracket to urge the tubular rod carrier in the direction of the rod bearing surface so as to apply tension to the rod.

Abstract: A projector holder has a connecting element with a coupling element for connecting the holder to a supporting structure, and three arms carried by the connecting element for rotation about parallel axes and for radial displacement relative to the axes. One end of the arms is aligned with threaded openings in a projector housing wall, and each arm carries a coupling device for connecting one arm end to a threaded opening in the housing wall. The connecting element releasably secures second end portions of the connected arms. The coupling device has a screw that extends through an opening in the arm, and two nuts mounted on a respective side of the arm. The nuts can be moved to position the arm at a chosen distance from the housing wall and to be tightened against the arm so as to secure the screw against rotation.

Abstract: A hanger for hanging an object includes a flexible belt, a fastener and a ring. The fastener has a first fastening member and a second fastening member, which are respectively mounted on the flexible belt and detachably coupled with each other. The ring is sleeved onto the flexible belt and located between the first fastening member and the second fastening member. The ring defines with the flexible belt a piercing space having a width greater than a thickness of the first fastening member of the fastener and smaller than a combined thickness of the first fastening member and the second fastening member of the fastener. Thus, when the flexible belt is pulled by an external force, the first fastening member and the second fastening member can be maintained engaged with each other without separation by means of the restriction of the piercing space.

Abstract: The invention relates to a ceiling support for a medico-technical radiation source. The inventive support comprises a telescopic element (2) consisting of several tubes (3) which fit in each other and are connected to a compensation weight device of the radiation source connected to the free end (E) of said telescopic element (2) with the aid of a first cable (12). The inventive weight compensation device comprises a cable drum (11) for winding and unwinding said first cable (12), a helical winch (15) associated thereto and connected to a sliding element (8) by means a second cable, said sliding element being displaceable against a pressure spring (6). The radius of said helical winch (15) gradually reduces according to the increasing force of the pressure spring (6) in such a way that the compensation couple of the weight remains identical aside from the respective length of the telescopic element (2).

Abstract: A versatile sway brace fitting, includes a pair of spaced jaws, for firmly and deformingly gripping a brace, and a method for manufacturing the fitting. The fitting can withstand substantial loads and is adaptable to receive a variety of braces such as bracing pipes, angle irons, channels, plates, among others. The fitting includes a set screw, preferably angled, and a sharp-cornered recess which assist in resisting withdrawal of the brace from the jaws. The method of manufacturing is desirably simple and expeditious, thereby ensuring that the fitting is inexpensive.

Abstract: An industrial hanger is provided for coupling a device to a truss. The hanger apparatus includes a first member having a first support surface, a second opposed support surface, and a threaded portion extending between the first and second support surfaces. The hanger apparatus also includes a second member having a first support surface, a second opposed support surface, and a threaded portion extending between the second member first and second support surfaces. The first member is coupled to the second member such that the first member threaded portion and the second member threaded portions define a substantially circular threaded opening that is sized to receive a threaded rod therein.

Abstract: A shower caddy attachment device has a hanging member that has an upper semicircular edge that hangs from a shower pipe above a shower head. A top stopper having a grip surface and a stopping face is disposed to face the hanging member. The bottom clamp pivots in connection with a pivot location on the hanging member so that it locks with location on the hanging member. The bottom clamp is preferably made as a half pipe. The shower caddy attachment device loop is preferably a flat structure. A flat portion on the top stopper defines an area between the shower head and the wall. The flat portion with the optional ridge portion provides a space between the wall and the shower head.

Abstract: A ceiling mounted lift for a multimedia projector that can be installed into a hollow ceiling. The same is equipped with a frame-shaped base plate (2) that can be fitted to an original ceiling, and with a platform (5) receiving the projector that can be lowered in relation to the base plate (2) from a non-usage position into a usage position. For lowering and lifting the platform (5) lifting spindles (3) that can be driven equally in both rotation directions and co-operatively connected with spindle nuts (4) are provided. The lifting spindles (3) as well as the spindle nuts (4) are equipped with a circular thread, whereby the spindle nuts (4) consist of Nylon thread nuts.

Abstract: A system comprising a tram-rail assembly attachable to a downwardly facing surface (e.g., the underside of a cabinet), a movable carriage assembly, locked into, and suspended on the tram-rails, and a clamshell-configured, pull-down easel attached to the underside of the carriage assembly. The system allows the user to mount, move, remove, and store articles such that the articles are inconspicuous or essentially hidden from view under a downwardly-facing surface, and such that pull-down access to said articles can be gained easily by a user and can be adjusted for height, tilt and depth relative to the user and laterally along the entire, continuous facing edge of a downwardly-facing surface and whereby said access orientation adjustments and said manipulations can be executed easily.

Abstract: An industrial hanger assembly for attaching to a truss. The industrial hanger assembly includes a first member, a portion of which is operable to fit within a gap between the inner surface of a first angle iron and the inner surface of a second angle iron. The first member can contact the upper surface(s) of the first angle iron and/or the second angle iron. The first member can contact an outer surface(s) of the first angle iron and/or the second angle iron. The industrial hanger assembly also includes a second member that is coupled (directly or indirectly) to the first member. The first member can contact a lower surface(s) of the first angle iron and/or the second angle iron.

Abstract: A hanger assembly for attaching to framing. The framing has a first vertical wall and a second vertical wall. The framing also has a top and a bottom. The framing has two bearing surfaces that form a plane that is located between the top of the framing and the bottom of the framing. The two bearing surfaces form a slot that allows access to the interior of the framing. The hanger assembly includes a nut that engages the two bearing surfaces of the framing. The nut has a first thread. The hanger assembly also includes a threaded rod that contains a second thread that engages the first thread. The hanger assembly also includes a coupler that contains a third thread that engages the second thread. The distance between the nut and the coupling changes when the coupling is rotated with respect to the nut.

Abstract: A suspending element has a wire section (12) and a support member (11) having a pot-shaped receptacle (21) for receiving an eyelet-shaped first end (15) of the wire section (12), and a clamping element (18) for securing the eyelet-shaped first end (15) of the wire section (12) in the pot-shaped receptacle (21).

Abstract: A tool is provided for loading a component to a desired position relative to a body. The tool has a base adapted to removably hang on the body and a support that is mounted on the base by first track assemblies so that the support may translate in a first direction relative to the body. A carriage is mounted on the support by second track assemblies so that the carriage may travel in a second direction relative to the body. A turntable is mounted on the carriage by a pivot so that the turntable may rotate on the carriage. A component holding fixture is mounted on the turntable for supporting the component. A guide path mechanism acts between the carriage and the base and defines a path of movement of the carriage toward the body so that the component is carried to a desired location on the body for attachment thereto.

Abstract: A fixing device which can be fixed to a surface such as a ceiling and receive a perforated section comprises a plate for fixing it to the surface and a support for receiving the perforated section. The support has a wall substantially perpendicular to the plate and at least two claws with the same orientation which cooperate with corresponding perforations of the perforated section. The wall includes a precut locking lug which can be bent into another perforation and cooperate with an edge of that perforation to immobilize the perforated section against movement in translation.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of a drying apparatus, for drying flexible objects such as bags or gloves, comprise a first suspension couplable to an external support, and a second suspension magnetically couplable to the first suspension. An object is supported between the first and second suspensions through the magnetic coupling. In a first embodiment, the second suspension comprises a magnetic hub and one or more spreaders, which may be fixed, removable, or moveably attached to the magnetic hub, and which may be repositionable between open and closed positions. The spreaders may be flexible, articulated, rigid, repositionable, collapsible, extendable, jointed, forked, hinged, slideable, continuous, or merged, and further may have substantially puncture-resistant terminations. The first suspension also comprises a magnetic member and a suspending member, such as an open hook or a clamp suspending member, for supporting the apparatus with the secured object from or by many types of external supports.