Abstract: An electrified mortise lock where the same method and articles can be used for electrifying the mortise locks of many manufacturers and styles. The electrified mortise lock includes a solenoid and a cradle. The cradle includes a frame for embracing the solenoid and cradle pins for fixing the solenoid to a housing.

Abstract: A drive device for a household appliance, in which an electromotor is fixed by a fixing screw. An insulation layer of a material with a defined conductivity is located between the fixing screw and the electromotor. The fixing screw is tightened with a defined torque such that, due to the resultant defined contact pressure, a defined resistance for discharging electrostatic charges from the electromotor is obtained. This simultaneously ensures the suppression of leakage currents. A method for mounting an electric motor is also disclosed.

Abstract: A motor-driven adjustment device for a vehicle seat is disclosed which may comprise a motor provided with a casing having two projecting endpieces in a support to which the casing is fixed. The two endpieces of the casing are received in viscoelastic sleeves which are elastically engaged in respective cradles for support so as to prevent rotation relative thereto, the casing being connected to the support solely by the sleeves.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for the motor within a motor operator for a circuit breaker may be secured within the motor operator's housing a first orientation, thereby permitting it to support a first type of motor. Placing the mounting bracket within the housing in a second orientation permits the mounting bracket to accommodate a second type of motor.

Abstract: A fan apparatus comprising a fan with fan blades, a motor for rotating the fan blades, this motor having a rotatable output shaft projecting from one end and a fan support structure capable of supporting the fan and its motor and having an opening for an airflow through the fan. The support structure includes two support brackets connected to motor mounting surfaces on opposite sides of the motor and extending between the motor and a fan-supporting panel or housing. Each support bracket is formed from one integral metal piece comprising a central section, which is connected to the motor mounting surface by bolts, and two similar wing sections extending from opposite ends of the central section. Each wing section forms an obtuse angle with the central section and is detachably connected by bolts to the panel or housing. The obtuse angle is preferably about 135 degrees.

Abstract: A compound mounting bracket for attaching a solenoid to a structure is disclosed. The compound mounting bracket comprises a first and second plate, each having a first edge and a second distal edge. The second distal edge of the first plate is connectable to a first mounting point on a solenoid. The second distal edge of the second plate extends in a direction generally transverse to the first edge of the second plate, thereby defining a dihedral angle between the first plate and the second plate. The second plate is connectable at its second distal edge to a second mounting point on the solenoid.

Abstract: An auxiliary machinery mounting structure of an engine which can reduce the entire length of the engine, enhance the rigidity of a cover seal surface to improve the sealing effect, and also enhance the mounting rigidity of an auxiliary machinery. The auxiliary machinery mounting structure includes a mount seat that is integrally formed on an end surface of a cylinder block extending vertically to a crank shaft of the engine to lie outward of and along a cover seal surface that is a surface engaging with a cover laid over the end surface, and the auxiliary machinery is mounted on the mount seat.

Abstract: A motor mounting structure having a motor and a mounting portion to which the motor is mounted. When an external force resulting from a load acting in a direction orthogonal to a motor shaft is applied to the shaft, a hardness or configuration of an elastic member disposed between the motor and the mounting portion to which the motor is mounted changes. Alternatively, a configuration of the mounting portion may be changed and the motor mounted such that the motor shaft is parallel to a set target mounting direction. Accordingly, an unbalanced load is not partially applied to a driving force transmission mechanism at the time the motor is rotated, and an excessive load is not placed on the motor.

Abstract: A fountain includes a container having a top with an opening therein, a bottom, and an interior for holding a liquid, such as water. An elongated, hollow support member is positioned within the interior and extending from the opening in the top. This support member has a first end mounted at or near the bottom of the container, a second end terminating a predetermined distance above the opening in the top, and an exterior surface over which liquid flows. A pump positioned within the interior and operably connected to the first end of the support member pumps liquid in the interior into and through the hollow support member to flow out its second end and then along the exterior surface of the support member to return to the interior of the container. A faucet is attached to the second end of the support member in a manner which allows the liquid to flow from the second end.

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide an apparatus for mounting an engine for automobiles with an engine mount fixed to the top surface of an inner part of a front side member. This engine mounting apparatus has a reinforcing bracket set within the inner part of the front side member while being welded to the interior surface of the inner part. In addition, a pipe nut is firmly and vertically set in the reinforcing bracket and engages with a locking bolt, which mounts a hydro-mounting cup of the engine mount to the top surface of the inner part of the front side member. In this apparatus, the vibration impact from the engine is applied to the sidewall of the pipe nut. The engine mounting apparatus of this invention is thus improved in its structural strength and in its vibration intercepting effect, and so it effectively reduces vibration noise of the engine during operation of the engine.

Abstract: An air treatment appliance for treating surrounding air including a body. A spider-mount mounted to the body has a motor mounted thereto in cantilever fashion. A fan attached to the motor may be a radial fan, and is operable to draw in surrounding air and cause it to flow through the appliance. A grommet between the motor and the spider-mount dampens vibrations from the motor. A filtering mechanism in the path of the airflow helps filter out undesirable material from the surrounding air. A radial airflow guide downstream from the fan efficiently guides the airflow to be expelled in a predetermined direction. The motor is at least partially accommodated by the spider-mount and the fan. The apparatus results in reduced noise and vibration during operation of the appliance.

Abstract: A holder for a central processing unit (CPU) is disclosed which includes an adjustable perimeter support frame attachable to the underside of a desk to suspend the CPU therefrom but out of contact with the floor. The frame has four sides, each comprising a female section and a male section slidable therein. Two opposite corners of the frame comprise a pair of female sections connected together to form an L-shaped frame member, the remaining two corners of the frame comprising two male members connected together to provide an L-shaped frame part. The L-shaped male frame sections are slidable within the L-shaped female frame sections so that the length of all of the sides can be readily adjusted to suit the size of the CPU to be supported therein. Locking means fix the position of the movable frame parts when tightened so that the frame tightly grips the CPU. A mounting plate can be slidably mounted on the top of the frame to attach it to the desk undersurface.

Abstract: The present invention is a decoration system. It can be used to decorate an outside of a building or inside of a building. It can be used for a temporary decoration or as a permanent display. Examples of uses are Happy Birthday displays, congratulations displays, birth announcement displays or permanent decoration displays. The decoration system includes decoration panels, rod mounting brackets, rods, announcement plates and fasteners.

Abstract: Disclosed is an adjustable accessory mounting bracket for mounting an accessory to an engine including a main body and accessory mounting portion that is movably attached thereto. The accessory mounting portion is configured to removably support an engine accessory, such as an air conditioning compressor or an alternator. The accessory mounting portion is slidably attached to the main body in such a manner that the position of the accessory mounting portion relative to the main body is adjustable in a predetermined direction. The accessory mounting bracket also includes at least one mounting aperture that may be aligned with an existing aperture on an engine for mounting the bracket to the engine.

Abstract: The housing support includes a support member, at least one location zone on a housing for receiving the support member, two spaced apart connectors for securing the support member to the housing at the location zone and two recesses. One recess is formed in the location zone and the other in the support member, whereby when the support member is secured to the location zone by the connectors the recesses face one another and define a chamber positioned between the connectors. A key is located in the chamber for receiving some of the forces which otherwise would be received by the connectors.

Abstract: An expansion card bracket and a method for manufacturing and utilizing the expansion card bracket. The bracket includes a primary surface that is adapted for mounting the bracket into a computer chassis. The primary surface is complemented with an appendage that extends rearward from the rear face of the primary surface. The appendage is formed such that it attaches to the expansion card at a recessed point and provides support to the primary surface of the bracket.

Abstract: A computer unit mounting holder for holding a computer under a desk top surface. The mounting holder is linearly translatable and also rotatable about an axis. The mounting unit includes vertical and horizontal adjustments for adjusting the size of a holding bracket for a variety of sizes of computer units.

Abstract: A self leveling support for a machine includes a top plate, a base, a first supporting structure, and a second supporting structure. The top plate has a surface resting substantially along a first plane before thermal expansion. The first supporting structure is connected between the top plate and the base. The second supporting structure is connected between the top plate and the base. The surface of the top plate will be in a second plane substantially parallel to the first plane during thermal expansion of the machine, the first supporting structure, and the second supporting structure.

Abstract: A hub ring employed in mounting a rotating shaft of an electrical device, for example an electric motor, to a supporting bracket reduces or eliminates the transmission of vibration from the shaft to the supporting bracket and is provided with an integral locking mechanism that automatically secures the hub ring to the supporting bracket when the hub ring is positioned on the bracket without the need for separate attachment parts and/or fasteners.

Abstract: A fountain includes a container having a top with an opening therein, a bottom, and an interior for holding a liquid, such as water. An elongated, hollow support member is positioned within the interior and extending from the opening in the top. This support member has a first end mounted at or near the bottom of the container, a second end terminating a predetermined distance above the opening in the top, and an exterior surface over which liquid flows. A pump positioned within the interior and operably connected to the first end of the support member pumps liquid in the interior into and through the hollow support member to flow out its second end and then along the exterior surface of the support member to return to the interior of the container. A faucet is attached to the second end of the support member in a manner which allows the liquid to flow from the second end.

Abstract: A unit installation tool facilitates installation of a unit of a separate type air conditioner on a vertical member, preventing exposure of conduit to the elements, and improves the appearance. The tool has a yoke fitted to the vertical member with bolts, and a support part extended forward from the yoke, for mounting the upper part of the back side of the unit on its leading end. The mounted unit is supported at an upward position by a specified extent from the support part. A conduit space is formed on the support port between the supported outdoor unit and the yoke or the vertical member on which it is mounted.

Abstract: The present invention provides a chassis mount for mounting an electronic equipment chassis to a rack that has parallel mounting columns with opposing front and rear flanges. The chassis mount has front brackets that are fixedly attached to the electronic equipment chassis and positively engageable with the front flanges of the mounting columns. The chassis mount also has rear brackets movably attached to the electronic equipment chassis and locatable proximate to the rear flanges of the mounting columns. A binding mechanism is coupled to the front and rear brackets to form a clamp therewith that binds the columns between the front and rear brackets and secures the electronic equipment chassis to the rack.

Abstract: Disclosed is an adjustable accessory mounting bracket for mounting an accessory to an engine including a main body and accessory mounting portion that is movably attached thereto. The accessory mounting portion is configured to removably support an engine accessory, such as an air conditioning compressor or an alternator. The accessory mounting portion is slidably attached to the main body in such a manner that the position of the accessory mounting portion relative to the main body is adjustable in a predetermined direction. The accessory mounting bracket also includes at least one mounting aperture that may be aligned with an existing aperture on an engine for mounting the bracket to the engine.

Abstract: In some preferred embodiments of the present invention, elements to be joined with adhesive have brackets attached thereto and are drawn together by a fastening or drawing device tightened upon the brackets. In such embodiments, the brackets are preferably secured to the surfaces of the elements by adhesive covering at least part of the base of the brackets and adjacent surfaces of the elements being joined. The bracket bases can have sharp edges enabling release of the brackets by being tapped. Some preferred embodiments employ adhesive “rivets” passed though apertures in one element and attached to an adjacent element. The adhesive defining each adhesive rivet preferably covers an area around its associated aperture so that when the adhesive hardens, the cap or head of the adhesive rivet holds the apertured element to the adjacent element even if the adhesive does not bond or bonds poorly to the apertured element.

Abstract: Device for mounting a speaker on a display having a back cover and a cabinet mounted on a front of the back cover, including a plurality of bosses formed on an inside surface of the cabinet, vibration attenuation means coupled to the bosses, and holding projections on the speaker fixed to the vibration attenuation means, thereby, attenuating vibration from the speaker by the vibration attenuation means, whereby preventing flickering of an image.

Abstract: An mounting bracket 50 which attaches an alternator 18 to a vehicle engine 14 and which substantially reduces the amount of noise which is produced by the alternator 18 as the engine is idling.

Abstract: An air compressor 10 for an air leveling suspension system of a motor vehicle is mounted on a vibration reducing bracket 12. The bracket includes a bottom panel section 16 that has a perforated metal grid 40 embedded therein. Side walls 18 extend to an open top 20. A first set of brass inserts 24 are embedded into a plurality of tiers 22 that are spaced between the closed bottom panel section 16 and open top 20 to mount the air compressor 10. A second set of brass inserts receive bolts 31 to mount the bracket to the chassis 14 of a motor vehicle.

Abstract: A vibrator bracket for securing a vibrator to an object to be vibrated. The vibrator includes a first platform adapted for receiving a vibrator, and a second platform for attaching the vibrator bracket to a standard receptacle located on the object to be vibrated. The second platform extends from the first platform, and includes a top portion which decreases in thickness along the distance from a front end to a rear end of second platform. A handle extends and curves in a concave shape in relationship to first platform to allow easy insertion and removal of vibrator bracket from receptacle.

Abstract: A single piece metal clamp is provided for. The clamp includes an upper portion having a cylindrical section and a cross member section integrally connected through spaced apart left and right legs. The clamp also includes a lower portion having a base with a plurality of through holes. The upper portion and lower portion are integrally connected by a pair of spaced apart left and right legs, each leg having a corresponding right angle formed therein.

Abstract: A motor mount for securing a motor to the frame of a go-cart includes a mounting plate and a clamp. The mounting plate is designed to be attached to the motor and then to remain with the motor as an adaptor for quick attachment to the clamp. The clamp grips the frame of the go-cart with a base and a body pivotally attached to each other at one end and releasibly attachable to each other at the other end by a single bolt. When the bolt is removed, the clamp can be opened and removed from the frame. The mounting plate is slidably receivable within a track formed in the body and locked in place until the motor is to be removed.

Abstract: An anchor plate for a brake assembly and a method of attachment to an annular rib of axle tube of a vehicle. The anchor plate which defines a backing plate for a drum brake and guide rails for a caliper of a disc brake has a flange with a keyhole having with an arcuate length approximately equal to an axle retained in the axle tube. In assembly, the anchor plate is moved in an angled plane toward the axle until the keyhole moves past the axle. The anchor plate is rotated into radial alignment with axis of the axle and the flange is aligned with the axle tube. Then the flange is axially moved onto the axle tube until the flange engages the annular rib. Bolts are located in holes in the flange to fix the anchor plate to the axle tube. Thereafter, a bracket is attached to the anchor plate to position a cantilever member which retains a cable sheath is aligned with a lever opening in the anchor plate.

Abstract: A pump motor mounting arrangement includes a vehicle frame and a motor bracket fixedly secured to a side of the pump motor, the motor bracket having an upper extension and a lower extension to which a bottom positioning bolt is removably attached. A support ledge is affixed to the vehicle frame for supporting the lower extension of the motor bracket. The support ledge has a slot extending generally in parallel to the vehicle frame and receiving the head of the bottom positioning bolt. The pump motor mounting arrangement further includes a top fixture plate for, when tightened, depressing the upper extension of the motor bracket against the vehicle frame to keep the pump in place and for, when loosened, allowing the pump motor to be slidingly moved on the support ledge into a temporary maintenance position.

Abstract: A bracket for securing a solenoid to a vehicle transmission includes a clamp portion adapted to reach over and engage an outer end of the solenoid to releasably attach the bracket to the solenoid and secure the solenoid to the transmission. The bracket also includes an anchor portion adapted to attach the bracket to the transmission, and a support structure connecting the clamp portion to the anchor portion.

Abstract: A motor mount assembly comprises a base panel, and a motor mount including a U-shaped steel bracket. The bracket includes a center plate, and side plates having holes for a ventilation and connecting the motor thereto. The motor is mounted on the side plates and attached by screws to front edges of the side plates. The side plates of the motor mount are bent from edges of the center plate. The side plates are stepped providing horizontal support surfaces for the motor. On the center plate and the side plates, a plurality of holes for ventilation are formed.

Abstract: A valve closure system for rotating a rotatable actuator of a valve relative to a body of the valve to operate the valve from open to closed. The system contains a motor having a rotatable shaft, a mounting that comprises plural parts including a bracket, for associating the motor with the valve, and a coupling for coupling the motor shaft to the valve actuator to impart rotation of the motor shaft to the valve actuator to operate the valve closed. The bracket comprises a plate having a surface defining a notch that has a) an entrance at a perimeter of the plate and b) a shape enabling the plate to associate with the valve body by i) disposing the plate alongside the valve body with the notch entrance aligned with the valve body and ii) then moving the plate laterally of the valve actuator axis to cause of the valve body to pass through the notch entrance and enter the notch.

Abstract: An angle bracket having a base leg and a perpendicular leg and are connected by a plurality of reinforcing ribs is disclosed. The reinforcing ribs have a partially parabolic outer edge. The angle bracket may be assembled to a tool base to support a tool element in a spaced relationship. The angle bracket is manufactured by an injection molding process wherein high strength polymer resin and fiber reinforcing materials such as glass fiber or carbon fiber may be molded to form an angle bracket in a single molding step.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided to mount a pedestal to a support. The support has first fastening elements different in number and position. The pedestal has a neck and a discharge port. The apparatus includes a flange, a mounting member, and a plurality of second fastening elements. The flange is formed around the neck. The mounting member has a channel which receives the flange. The plurality of second fastening elements cooperates with the mounting member and the first fastening elements of the support in order to clamp the flange between the mounting member and the support so as to secure the pedestal and discharge port at a desired orientation relative to the support. The support may comprise a motor and/or a mounting bracket, and the mounting member may comprise a swivel collar or a plurality of segments.

Abstract: A torque support, especially for wheel blocks, is arranged between a gear unit housing with a drive shaft and a driven unit housing. The torque support includes a plate-shaped base body which is detachably fastened to the gear unit housing with fastening elements. The plate-shaped base plate has at least two fastening locations comprising through openings for fastening the torque support to the driven unit housing. To keep the shearing forces resulting from the torque support and acting on the gear shaft small while the torsional moment is simultaneously absorbed with low play and in such a way that load peaks are damped, a corresponding plastic ring body is inserted into each through-opening in a positive-locking engagement. A side of the plastic ring body facing the driven unit housing has an edge area which widens radially outward forms an elastic disk element arranged between the driven unit housing and the torque support.

Abstract: An ice dispensing machine includes a housing defining an ice retaining bin. The bin includes an auger/dispensing wheel releasably secured to a shaft of a motor, the shaft extending through one sidewall of the ice bin. A motor mounting panel is secured to the opposite side of the sidewall and includes a plurality of keyway slots having a key receiving hole on one end and a narrower slot portion. The motor includes a similar plurality of keys extending therefrom. A further motor retaining plate is secured to the sidewall and includes two holes. A U-shaped motor retaining rod is threaded on one end and unthreaded on the other. In operation, the plurality of motor keys are aligned with the keyways and inserted into the hole ends thereof, after which the motor is rotated so that the keys are locked and retained in the narrower slot portions.

Abstract: A pump support device for use in securing a hand pump within an opening formed in an upper wall of a container, such as a drum, for dispensing the contents of the container. The pump support device includes a base member defining an internal passage within which a body portion of the hand pump is received. The base member is configured so as to overlie the opening in the upper wall of the container, and a releasable engagement member, such as a thumb screw, is interconnected with the base member for selectively fixing the pump body in position relative to the base member. A mounting arrangement is interconnected with the base member for engaging a lip of the container for selectively securing the base member in position. The mounting arrangement includes an arm extending outwardly from the base member and terminating in a downturned outer end portion located outwardly of the lip.

Abstract: A motor having radial fastening lugs received damping elements which are adapted to be lodged in matching cavities defined within a housing, with each of the said cavities having open radial and axial faces for enabling the said motor to be introduced or removed axially. The device also includes a retaining member, the shape of which is matched to that of the housing, and which includes at least one engagement surface for supporting each damping element in the region of the open axial face of the cavity in which it is lodged, and removable fastening means between the housing and the retaining member, for axially immobilizing each fastening lug within a cavity. The damping elements include on their outer faces a plurality of grooves which enable the retaining member to be trapped axially by the fastening means and, at the same time, elastic decoupling to be obtained in all directions between the motor and the housing.

Abstract: Disclosed is an adjustable accessory mounting bracket for mounting an accessory to an engine including a main body and accessory mounting portion that is movably attached thereto. The accessory mounting portion is configured to removably support an engine accessory, such as an air conditioning compressor or an alternator. The accessory mounting portion is slidably attached to the main body in such a manner that the position of the accessory mounting portion relative to the main body is adjustable in a predetermined direction. The accessory mounting bracket also includes at least one mounting aperture that may be aligned with an existing aperture on an engine for mounting the bracket to the engine.

Abstract: An improved extended mounting bracket for a french fry press. The mounting bracket generally comprises a back plate with two opposing protruding side brackets. The side brackets are integrally attached along the opposing edges of the back plate by welding or the like. Both side brackets are formed with upper and lower notches adapted to slidably receive and anchor a conventional french fry press. The extended mounting bracket extends the french fry press over a proper waste receptacle such as a sink and thereby facilitates efficient waste disposal and cleanup. The bracket is rugged, durable, and it can be manufactured at nominal cost.

Abstract: An apparatus for facilitating securing a component to a stationary bracket, including a mount recess formed in the component, a mount hole formed in the bracket, a sleeve fixed to the mount recess through an elastic bushing, a bolt extending through the mount hole and engaged in the sleeve, a projection positioned on the sleeve, and a guide provided on the bracket. The projection and the guide cooperate to align a threaded bore of the sleeve with the mount hole of the bracket when the component is mounted to the bracket.

Abstract: Herein disclosed is an emergency bracket which is attachable to a support surface of choice and may be temporarily used to by-pass a defective auxiliary unit, such as an alternator, or the like.

Abstract: A plate-shaped holder for holding a first component on a supporting part, including a base plate, devices arranged on the base plate for fastening the holder on the first component, and devices arranged on the base plate for mounting the holder on the supporting part. The devices for fastening the holder on the first component contain a fastening bolt guide which projects from a first side of the base plate. A fastening bolt is fitted through the fastening bolt guide from the other, second base plate side, as a single fastening element between the holder and the first component. The free front end of the fastening bolt guide forms a first support point for the first component. Several supporting pins project from the first base plate side which form, by means of their free front ends, additional support points for the first component and of which two form a tilt-stabilizing triangle together with the first support point.

Abstract: A sensor bracket configured to provide a vertical displacement in response to a horizontal displacement. The bracket has a general U-shape including an upper bracket section, a lower bracket section and a middle bracket section therebetween. The upper and lower bracket sections are provided with upper and lower sensor apertures, wherein the upper sensor aperture is provided with serrations which are spaced in close proximity to the sensor body, yet allow easy passage of the sensor body therepast. Remote from the middle bracket section, the lower bracket section is restrained by a bolt and the upper bracket section has a toothed slot, wherein the teeth have a predetermined pitch angle. A washer carried by the bolt is inscribed by the teeth as it is pressed into the slot by the bolt, which, in turn, causes the upper bracket section to be horizontally displaced so as to result in its bending.

Abstract: The engine mount system for racing karts includes two separate spaced mounts, each of which is secured on two spaced support rails of the kart's chassis frame. Each of the mounts includes arcuate portions in a lower surface thereof which are configured to fit around a portion of the spaced rails. Retainer portions connect to a bottom surface of each mount and secure the mounts to the rails. One mount includes two upright connecting members which extend upwardly from an upper surface of a base portion of the mount, the connecting members being offset somewhat from the centerline of the mount. The other mount includes a U-shaped connecting member which extends from an upper surface of the base portion of the mount, the U-shaped member also being offset from the centerline of the base portion. The U-shaped member and the spaced connecting members both include openings therethrough which permit connection of those members to the engine.

Abstract: Apparatus for holding any one of a plurality of differently configured pumps to facilitate use of such pumps, for example, in dispensing beverages. The apparatus includes a housing and a plurality of different sets of elements located on the housing. Each different set of elements is adapted to at least assist in holding one of a plurality of differently configured pumps to the housing. The apparatus can be linked together to very effectively and conveniently provide for the management and maintenance of a relatively large number of pumps, being used in dispensing a correspondingly relatively large number of beverages.

Abstract: A fixing bracket for fixing to a support a box-like structure which contains electrical components, such as a transformer, and has an external electrical wiring region, the bracket comprising a base with fastening elements for fastening the base to the support, an elastic coupling element for quick coupling of the box-like structure to the base, a box-like extension protruding from the base and which is partially open for receiving the wiring region, a sealing gasket arranged at the partially open portion of the box-like extension for sealing association with the box-like structure, and a condensate drain.