Abstract: An expandable cart apparatus includes a cart that has a bottom wall, a front wall, a back wall, a first side wall and a second side wall. The cart includes four vertically orientated corners each defining a post with an open upper end. A plurality of wheels is rotatably coupled to the bottom wall. A loop has a generally rectangular shape and includes a pair of lateral portions and a pair of end portions. Each of a plurality of secondary walls is attached to and extends downwardly from one of the lateral and end portions. Each of a plurality of rods is attached to the loop and extends downwardly therefrom. Each of the rods is extended into one of the upper ends of the posts. The rods are selectively positionable with respect to the posts so that each of the secondary walls is positioned outside of the cart.

Abstract: A pool table carriage for supporting a pool table at an elevated position above a horizontal support structure, and for transporting the pool table between locations without damaging the pool table. The pool table carriage comprises two support plate assemblies and a main frame interposed therebetween. Each support plate assembly selectively supports one of the legs of the pool table, when the pool table carriage is being deployed. Each support plate assembly further has four selectively extendable rotatable jackscrews, and two wheel assemblies each having wheels. The jackscrews are extendable in two opposite directions. Rotation of the jackscrew in one direction causes the jackscrew to retract upward, thereby allowing the wheels to contact the support structure, thereby allowing the pool table carriage to roll between different locations.

Abstract: The various aspects of the present invention are directed to moving carts and moving cart assemblies. One embodiment comprises a moving cart assembly with a plurality of interlocking, vertically stackable, storage modules. The modules of this embodiment comprise a frame, preferably having at least four sides, e.g., a top, a back, a right side and a left side. Each module also comprises something to enclose the interior space, such as a pair of doors or a drawer which is selectively slidable into the frame. The needs of a particular office can be readily accommodated by using greater or fewer numbers of drawer modules and/or cabinet-type modules.

Abstract: A creeper apparatus for use on rough uneven terrain includes body means having an anterior portion and a posterior portion, wherein the anterior portion and the posterior portion are spaced in an angular relationship at a juncture between the anterior and posterior portions; axle means fixedly connected to the body means in close proximity to the juncture between the anterior and posterior portions, the axle means having a first end and a second end extending transversely outwardly from the body means; wheel means including a pair of opposing wide tread resilient wheels, one rotatable mounted on each of the first and second ends of the axle means; and stabilizing means connected to the posterior portion of the body means.

Abstract: A transportable container for electrical devices having aluminum bottom, top and end panels. The top and bottom panels are configured having spaced apart interior and exterior sheet members laser welded to a corrugate stiffener. Each end panel is structured with an exterior sheet member spaced from an interior plurality of drawer guides laser welded to a corrugate stiffener. A plurality of aluminum drawers are mounted upon the drawer guides, each having an air entrance opening at its back communicating with air transfer outlets at a fan charged air distribution plenum. Conditioned a. c. power is provided at receptacles within each drawer as well as LAN connectors.

Abstract: A portable wheeled dolly for transporting a receptacle of articles, such as a quantity of baseballs to a practice field, where the dolly comprises a pair of spaced apart, elongated frame members, and a U-shaped handle engaging respective first ends of said frame members. Hingedly positioned along a midpoint of the of the frame members is a pivotal platform which functions as a transporting support surface for the receptacle, or as a seat in a static mode. A pair of wheels are provided in proximity to the second ends of the frame members, where the wheels are vertically spaced from the second ends to avoid ground contact in the static mode, but in rolling contact in the transporting mode.

Abstract: The mobile medical device carrier is a wheeled, human-operated cart designed to assist the operator by providing a place to secure a medical apparatus such as a Vacuum Assisted Closure (V.A.C.) device, as well as store assorted dressings, cords, and other personal effects that may be convenient to have on the cart as well. The cart is easily maneuverable, permitting those individuals using such medical devices to be mobile, despite having to be in close proximity to these types of devices. Further, the handle is designed so that the operator of the cart does not have to stoop over to reach the handle, as well as being ergonomically designed to permit the cart to be easily pushed or pulled, depending upon the user's current need.

Abstract: A collapsible cross-arm dolly for conveyance of weighted articles. The dolly consists of an upper arm (20) and a lower arm (24) of square metallic tubing, with each formed with a horizontal offset center portion (22) and (26) and with a pair of casters (30) that are attached at each end of both arm's lower surface. The horizontal offset center portion (22) is formed in opposite hand or mirror image of each other, thus permitting them to nest together and are both oppositely flattened to allow nesting on the same horizontal plane. A pivot junction (32) is mutually disposed between the arms, thereby permitting the dolly to form a pivotal right angle cross position (36), or alternatively, a pivotal parallel arm collapsed position (38). A gravity-actuated restraint (50) locks and disengages the connection of the upper arm to the lower arm, which permits changing orientation from the right angle cross position (36) to the parallel arm collapsed position (36).

Abstract: A wheeled vehicle or buggy for transporting aged, infirm, or disabled pets is provided. The buggy can also be used when the pet owner wants to go further than the pet can travel on its own. The buggy has a platform portion on which the pet can lay, substantially surrounded by walls to contain the pet within the buggy. At least one door opening may be provided for pets who are able to enter and leave the buggy by themselves. A rotatable handle is provided which can be rotated from a cart pushing position to a cart pulling position. Stops are provided to prevent the handle from over traveling and falling to the ground.

Abstract: A creeper adapted to store tools in a compartment.

Abstract: A system of transport carts are positioned in side by side relation in fore and aft extending spaced apart rows disposed along a delivery van to leave an aisle between them. The carts have wheel supported upright frames with bottom supports for the products disposed at a level above the floor of the van and open fronts with front decks movable from a stowed retracted position to a generally horizontal operative position adjacent the bottom supports. The decks are movable into generally abutting relation to form a raised false floor between the rows of carts on which hand trucks can travel.

Abstract: A fishing caddy comprises a support frame having an upper end and a lower end and comprising a plurality of support members pivotably connected at the upper end to form an A-frame; at least one hinge member spaced apart from the upper end and hingedly connecting support members of the A-frame so as to allow closing the A-frame; at least one fishing rod holder disposed on the support frame for holding a fishing rod; at least one beverage holder positioned on the support frame for holding a beverage container; at least one equipment support shelf pivotably connected to the support frame for holding equipment thereon; at least one umbrella holder disposed on the support frame for holding an umbrella; and at least one wheel connected to the support frame adjacent the lower end so as to make the fishing caddy rollingly movable.

Abstract: A cart for transport of material, such as tools, equipment, supplies and the like on curved surface roofs of a building or other structure which as a varying or changing slope. The cart has a base frame mounted on rear wheels and forward casters. The base frame attaches by a rope or cable to an anchor point on the roof. An equipment basket is suspended at pivot points between supports extending above the base frame. The basket and its contents thus remain in a level, stable position on the roof as the cart is moved to various locations over the curved roof surface during use.

Abstract: A cork cart has a generally pan shaped rectilinear cart base with a plurality of brackets receiving a sliding shelf, a pan shaped rectilinear cart middle shelf, and a pan shaped rectilinear top shelf with a hole near each end and a recess in the forward edge. A plurality of T-pieces each with a bolt hole and a locking pin hole are coupled to corners of the car. The cart has a plurality of wheels. A frame nas four vertical corner pieces having a plurality of bolt hole. There is plurality of bolt and rut subassemblies. A handle has a gripping portion and an attachment portion and a roll towel mounting portion. A locking pin subassembly has a pin portion and a spring. There is a bag ring.

Abstract: A tool box includes a seat unit having left and right support panels mounted on left and right walls of a base. The left and right walls are formed with a plurality of lower slots. The left and right support panels have a plurality of lower inserts which are respectively inserted into the lower slots in the left and right walls, and top ends formed with a plurality of top inserts. A seat panel has two opposite mounting ends, each of which is formed with a plurality of upper slots for receiving the top inserts of the left and right support panels therein.

Abstract: A stackable cart upon which another cart can be stacked thereon includes a tray, a handle connected to the tray, and a plurality of wheels rotatably secured to the tray. The tray is configured to at least partially receive a handle of the another cart when the another cart is stacked on the stackable cart. The handle is configured to at least partially receive a plurality of wheels of the another cart when the another cart is stacked on the stackable cart. A plurality of the carts can be stored vertically with the carts oriented in alternating opposed directions. The carts are preferably nested together in a compact manner. In some disclosed embodiments the handle is a handle movable between an extended position and a retracted position and/or the cart includes a stand movable between a stowed position and an extended position.

Abstract: A janitorial cart having zone separation to separate storage areas from water zones to help maintain clean and dry storage areas. Basically, a central trash unit separates the water zone from the supply storage zone. Additionally, an enclosed trash compartment is used to conceal a trash collection bag and improved the appearance of the janitorial cart when being used. The enclosed trash compartment is positioned above a pair of large central wheels for improved stability.

Abstract: The present invention is a shopping cart for manually transporting goods from one location to another, it includes a bottom frame with a plurality of wheels connected thereto, a vertical support connected to the bottom frame and extending upwardly therefrom to support a basket. The basket has a rigid bottom, an open top, a front, and a back, and two side walls. Each of the side walls includes at least one top member connected to the front and the back. The side walls, front and back, each establish corners where they connect to one another, and these corners include at least one substantially vertical rigid member. The side walls each include a flexible, elastically expandable member connected to the top member and elsewhere to the basket. The flexible, elastically expandable member may be open mesh or sheet, and may be a partial panel. Optionally the flexible, elastically expandable material may be included in the front of the cart.

Abstract: A mobile delivery cart for the distribution of removable trays. The mobile delivery cart that is the object of this inventions contains a vertically moveable inner frame section which allows the loading and unloading of removable trays with decreased bending down and rising up. This also decreases the time needed for the loading and unloading of trays. The device includes an outer frame and an inner frame. The outer frame contains a plurality of tray supports in the top portion. The inner frame contains a plurality of tray supports. The inner frame is vertically mobile within the outer frame. The inner frame is moved to the top of the cart for loading and is loaded first. Once loading of the inner frame is completed it is moved to the bottom of the cart. The tray supports within the outer frame are then available to allow the upper portion of the cart to be loaded. Unloading is the reverse of loading.

Abstract: An apparatus for carrying cargo having a tub shaped cargo container with upwardly extending walls for surrounding and containing cargo and having one of said walls extending upwardly at an acute angle forming a dumping surface; the cargo carrier further having a plurality of ribs and a corresponding plurality of grooves formed on the bottom thereof, and further having a first attachment point formed adjacent the dumping surface, a frame having an inverted “U” shaped platform, the frame having a distal end and a proximal end, a “U” shaped rear axle affixed to the distal end of the frame, the rear axle extending outwardly and thence downwardly and terminating in a means for attaching wheels; the rear axle further having a circular wheel attached to each end of the rear axle; an inverted “U” shaped front axle pivotally attached to the proximal end of the frame, the front axle extending outwardly and thence downwardly and terminating in a means for attaching wheels; the front a

Abstract: A toy sled for use with a wheeled item such as a floor scooter. The sled has a body having a top surface and a bottom surface, the top surface adapted for receiving a rider thereon and the bottom surface adapted for receiving the scooter. The scooter can be removed and replaced, as desired, from the body of the sled. Multiple scooters can be used with the sled.

Abstract: A tool box includes a seat unit having left and right support panels mounted on left and right walls of a base. The left and right walls are formed with a plurality of lower slots. The left and right support panels have a plurality of lower inserts which are respectively inserted into the lower slots in the left and right walls, and top ends formed with a plurality of top inserts. A seat panel has two opposite mounting ends, each of which is formed with a plurality of upper slots for receiving the top inserts of the left and right support panels therein.

Abstract: A portable cooler assembly which can be transported along a surface and also secured to a vehicle. The cooler assembly includes an insulated container body having walls and a bottom defining a storage chamber. A lid is pivotally mounted to the container body for covering the storage chamber. A pair of wheels are each rotatably mounted to the container body for transporting the cooler assembly along the surface. A pair of retaining brackets are mounted to the vehicle. The container body abuts the retaining brackets, with the retaining brackets at least partially encompassing the walls of the container body, when the cooler assembly is secured to the vehicle. The cooler assembly also includes a pair of releasable fasteners. At least one of the walls, bottom, and lid preferably has a wheel recess with the wheels being fastened within the wheel recess when the wheels are removed from the container body.

Abstract: An ambulatory cart to carry an IV pump, the IV bags or bottles and other items associated with portable IV units, the ambulatory cart having a light-weight plastic basket to which is attached two wheel for rolling the cart, the basket having a front leg to maintain the ambulatory cart in an upright level position when the ambulatory cart is at rest and a bumper at the rear to absorb impact when pulling the cart up stairs or steps. The ambulatory cart also includes two vertical support bars with a handle at the top of the bars, the support bars having an adjustable bracket with at least one bottle securing strap. Also attaching to the adjustable bracket and the handle is an adjustable height support staff having a horizontal IV bottle hanging support. The adjustable bracket slides and attaches vertically on the support bars to adjust to a height to provide IV bags or bottles with secure support, while the support staff slides vertically and attaches to the handle and the adjustable bracket.

Abstract: A cart is provided for transport of material, such as tools, equipment, supplies and the like on curved surface roofs of a building or other structure which as a varying or changing slope. The cart has a base frame mounted on rear wheels and forward casters. The base frame attaches by a rope or cable to an anchor point on the roof. An equipment basket is suspended at pivot points between supports extending above the base frame. The basket and its contents thus remain in a level, stable position on the roof as the cart is moved to various locations over the curved roof surface during use.

Abstract: A mobile pedestal includes a wheeled cabinet unit with a cabinet made from sheet metal, and a cushioned upholstery-covered top subassembly attached to a top of the wheeled cabinet unit. The top subassembly includes a flat housing made of a wood product and that is shaped to substantially cover the cabinet. The housing defines a pair of edge-located elongated cavities. A U-shaped handle with elongated legs that extend into and slidably engage the cavities so that the handle is movable to an internal storage position in the cavities and to an extended angled use position. The legs have a turned-in end and the cavities are configured to engage the turned-in ends to retain the handle to the housing when the handle is in the extended use position, but further the legs are configured to permit the handle to rotate from a horizontal extended position to the angled use position when extended.

Abstract: A tool box includes a base and a top board with two sidwalls and a back board connected between the top board and the base. A plurality of drawers are slidably supported on rails extending from two respective insides of the tow sidewalls. A pad is connected to a top of the top board so that the tool box is used as a bench. Two sets of wheels are connected to a bottom of the base and a cup holder is connected to the back board.

Abstract: The invention provides a movable storage container configured to fit through standard residential doors. In a preferred embodiment, a movable storage container having features of the invention is about 6 feet high, between about 3 foot and about 4 foot wide, and between about 26 inches and about 28 inches deep, and is preferably cedar-lined. A movable storage container having features of the invention may have external attachment features configured to engage with ropes, straps, cables, or other tractor elements, and may include an internal bar configured to engage clothes hangers, preferably by having perforations sized to receive a hanger hook so as to prevent their lateral movement along the bar. The external attachment features are preferably disposed on the base of the container. The invention further provides systems including a movable storage container and a tractor element, and optionally including instructions.

Abstract: A wheel-mounted, heavy-duty wire rack system for shipping, storage, and delivery of environmental suits and other garments includes a multi-shelf wire rack mounted on a sturdy wheeled base. The base is a steel frame with four casters and a pair of forklift guides attached to the underside of the frame. The multi-shelf wire rack is attached to the topside of the frame, and includes four upright posts and a plurality of reinforced wire shelves attached to and extending between the posts. Further, a set of wire mesh panels is attached to the posts and shelves to enclose the sides of the wire rack, thereby forming a single front opening for each shelf. Fabric covers are positioned over the multi-shelf wire rack for preventing items from falling out during shipping and handling. Additionally, fabric shelf dividers or bins are positioned on the shelves for storage and organization of smaller items.

Abstract: The present invention is a multi-purpose cart apparatus that allows the user to store and safely transport a plurality of items onto the cart while simultaneously allowing the user to easily gain access to any of these items as well as making available a relatively large flat surface to be used as a table top surface. The cart body comprises a substantially rectangular box like design wherein a plurality of holders are mounted onto the outside surfaces of the side walls, and having a top cover which makes available a flat working surface composed of two lids pivotally hinged to a central spine traversing opposing sides of the box. Attached to the cart body are wheels and a tow bar for maneuvering the cart.

Abstract: A safety apparatus primarily used for prisoner cell extraction, temporary holding and transport by Military, Law enforcement and Corrections officers. The Porta-Cell apparatus is a mobile, monolithic steel unit. The occupant is secured, allowing limited freedom of movement. The apparatus is a steel rectangular unit; with a plurality of steel woven wire mesh panels, and expanded rigid panels with a frame structure of steel angle iron. The apparatus is comprised of non-corrosive materials/coatings and utilizes two (2) entry/exit doors. The side entry door positioned at the top latch position, blocks any cell escape attempts, and allows free inmate entry, eliminating physical contact. The top access door is a full length and full width entry. Entry doors utilize individual latching devices, secured by one locking device. The monolithic construction prohibits tampering and prevents any parts removal for weapons use.

Abstract: An improved computer storage cart is provided which comprises an interior space defined by a top portion and a bottom portion joined to spaced apart opposing sidewalls and a back portion. Further, a plurality of vertically spaced apart shelves are located in the interior space for holding the computers or other rechargeable equipment. One or more doors are provided to secure the interior space and one or more electrical units having one or more electrical receptacles are positioned adjacent the shelves and proximate at least one door.

Abstract: A multi-purpose, collapsible portable cart, for use in camping, hunting and other outdoors activities carries medical rescue carts, canoes, small boats, game, or hauled cargo by hand. The portable cart can be converted to a various uses and the portable cart can be folded down and transported within a backpack, hand carried bag, canoe or boat. It transports injured persons or cargo over long, rough terrain and it can broken down into a carrying position, by hand or by back. Its width can be varied to accommodate cargo of varying widths. Two or four wheeled versions can be assembled with axles and wheels. The cart has optional removable clamps for clamping a conventional transportable carrier, such as a stretcher or stokes-type rescue carrier bed, thereto. The objects being carried can be held by clamps, by fasteners, or through the use of insertions with longitudinally extending channels. An optional pivotable kickstand and/or tie rods can stabilize the cart in a position of rest.

Abstract: Wheeled device with at least one running wheel, a frame and connecting parts on the frame, the connecting parts engaging at least one coiled, collapsed, folded or differently shortened elongated, flexible, preferably string- or tube-like object, such as wire or cable (e.g. electricity guiding) or tube (as for guiding a hydraulic or pneumatic fluid), wherein the object is preferably suspended from the connecting parts, and with at least one container on the frame to contain at least one appliance preferably loose laying.

Abstract: A convertible cart and container may be assembled by folding a blank of paperboard and attaching a wheeled carriage thereto. The blank includes a floor panel connected to front and back panels along fold lines, the back panel having side panels connected thereto along fold lines. The blank includes a plurality of lines of weakness which facilitate separation of the assembled cart into an upper handle portion which may be discarded and a container portion. The assembled cart conveniently includes an opening in a front panel and a pair of doors which are hinged to the front panel along fold lines to permit access to the chamber within the cart while obscuring the contents from view. The cart includes a top flap portion which may be separated from the upper handle portion and folded over a substantially rectangular box-type container for enclosing items received in the container and permitting shipping of the reduced size container without the need for emptying the contents for conversion.

Abstract: A vendor push cart kiosk having a configuration of a familiar object. It may include base, an umbrella extending from the base, wheels attached to the base, handles attached to the base to permit manual pushing against the handles to roll the base along a ground with the wheels. The base has interior compartments containing vendor products such as frozen ices, a cold source such a dry ice to keep the interior compartments cold and thus keep the vendor products cold, and lids that open to provide access to the vendor products within the interior compartments and that close. The interior compartments, including the lid, are insulated.

Abstract: The shoveling hand cart apparatus is a material handling apparatus designed to provide an apparatus that will allow the user easy loading of bulky and heavy items into a wheeled bin by having an open end at or near load/ground height which aids in shoveling/scooping loads in much the way a hand truck operates on boxed loads and allows the user to easily transport contained and loose loads in a bin, and then dump, shovel or slide out the contents of the bin. The shoveling hand cart apparatus is comprised of a handle that has a significant vertical portion prior to the portion that is positioned along the upper part of the sides of the bin in order to permit the operator to work in a comfortable position. The holding area or bin of the cart has a rear arcuate wall and two sides with an open front section. The sides have a vertical dimension that is greater at the area adjacent to the rear arcuate wall and slopes as it goes forward to a smaller vertical dimension.

Abstract: A series of transport carts are positioned in side by side relation in fore and aft extending spaced apart rows disposed along a delivery van to leave an aisle between them. The carts have wheel supported upright frames with bottom supports for the products disposed at a level above the floor of the van and open fronts with front decks movable from a stowed retracted position to a generally horizontal operative position adjacent the bottom supports. The decks are movable into generally abutting relation to form a raised false floor between the rows of carts on which hand trucks can travel.

Abstract: Garden cart with a hollow cart housing comprised of a lower half and an upper half, the top half and bottom half removably joined by a channel located around the perimeter of the lower half, the lower half having a plurality of wheels attached for the purpose of rolling, a rotatable pull handle attached to the front lower surface of the lower cart half, a removable, replaceable tool box that inserts into the top cart half, a hinged and padded seat located on the upper front of said top cart half, a lower tool handle holding receptacle portion located on the lower rear portion of said lower cart half, a plurality of spring biased holding fingers for holding tools located on the rear and side surface of said upper cart half, and said top half capable of being easily removed from said bottom half so that said bottom cart half can be used as a conventional wheel barrow.

Abstract: A portable file case holder including a case housing having a rear wall, side walls, a top wall and a bottom wall for forming an interior compartment; the rear wall having an exterior wall surface and an interior wall surface; each of the side walls having an exterior wall surface and an interior wall surface; and each of the side interior wall surfaces include a plurality of paired, spaced-apart mounting receiving slots; and wherein each of the mounting receiving slots having U-shaped channels thereto for receiving the side edge of a shelving member. One or more of the shelving members for forming one or more compartments within the interior compartment of the case housing for receiving documents in the form of file folders, books, notebooks, 3-ring binders, manuscripts, transcripts, and/or computer print-outs.

Abstract: A shopping cart suitable for storage and conveyance of a conventional capacity of food or other products while also transporting and entertaining at least one child. The shopping cart has at least one storage basket, as well as a body integrally mounted below and forward of the basket. The body simulates a vehicle to provide a relatively easier shopping experience for the guardian and a more enjoyable shopping experience for the child. Additional features include the use of a swing arm to improve passenger safety, and bumpers to protect the cart and body from collision and abrasion.

Abstract: A mobile cart (10) is disclosed comprising a wheeled platform (12), and a plurality of uprights (18, 20, 22) extending upward therefrom to support a middle shelf (24) at an intermediate level, and an upper shelf (26) at a top level. The intermediate shelf is adapted to provide an arcuate forward surface (98) for receiving and cradling a refuse container positioned upon the wheeled platform (12) to prevent tipping of the container when the cart is turned. A handle (28) affixes to the upper shelf (26) and a bag (214) is suspended from the handle. A compartment comprising a base (30) and a cover (32) is pivotally attached to the handle to move in unison between a lowered position wherein the compartment covers the upper open end of the bag (214), and an upper position wherein the bag top is exposed. The cover and base define an internal storage compartment (156) for isolating objects from surrounding individuals as well as isolating the contents of the bag from contact with the surrounding environment.

Abstract: Accordingly, a hand truck for musical drums of the invention facilitates storage, transport, protection, and control of drums and drum accessories. The hand truck for musical drums of the invention has a frame and a plurality of drum compartments within the frame. Each compartment has an arcuate inner wall that corresponds to a preselected drum, which is protectively releasably received in the corresponding compartment. A wheel assembly and a handle are connected with the frame and facilitate cart transport of a drum set in the compartments. Further compartments may also be provided for accessories.

Abstract: A mobile pedestal includes a wheeled cabinet unit with a cabinet made from sheet metal, and a cushioned upholstery-covered top subassembly attached to a top of the wheeled cabinet unit. The top subassembly includes a flat housing made of a wood product and that is shaped to substantially cover the cabinet. The housing defines a pair of edge-located elongated cavities. A U-shaped handle with elongated legs extend into and slidably engage the cavities so that the handle is movable to an internal storage position in the cavities and to an extended angled use position. The legs have a turned-in end and the cavities are configured to engage the turned-in ends to retain the handle to the housing when the handle is in the extended use position, but further the legs are configured to permit the handle to rotate from a horizontal extended position to the angled use position when extended.

Abstract: A cart is disclosed for supporting and transporting a container. The cart includes a container carrier for removably receiving a container. The carrier defines a bottom support, a rear support and opposite side supports, for surrounding a bottom, a back and opposite sides of the container. Wheels are rotatably mounted to the container carrier for moving the container carrier over a ground surface. A handle is operatively associated with the container carrier for manually manipulating the container carrier over the ground surface.

Abstract: The present invention is a shopping cart for manually transporting goods from one location to another, it includes a bottom frame with a plurality of wheels connected thereto, a vertical support connected to the bottom frame and extending upwardly therefrom to support a basket. The basket has a rigid bottom, an open top, a front and a back, and two side walls. Each of the side walls includes at least one top member connected to the front and the back, and further includes a flexible, elastically expandable member connected to the top member and elsewhere to the basket. The flexible, elastically expandable member may be open mesh or sheet, and may be a partial panel. Optionally the flexible, elastically expandable material may be included in the front of the cart.

Abstract: A caster arrangement is disclosed for cabinets used on access or raised floors of a computer room or the like. The caster arrangement allows for a small, heavy cabinet to be situated on the panels of the access floor without applying concentrated or ultimate loads on the panels that may exceed the design characteristics of the panel and access floor. The caster arrangement allows for at most three casters to apply load to a given panel while the cabinet is being moved or has an arbitrary orientation.

Abstract: A shopping cart is provided suitable for storage and conveyance of a conventional capacity of food or other products while also transporting and entertaining at least one child. The shopping cart has at least one storage basket, as well as a body integrally mounted below and forward of the basket. The body simulates a vehicle to provide a relatively easier shopping experience for the guardian and a more enjoyable shopping experience for the child. Additional features include the use of a swing arm to improve passenger safety, and bumpers to protect the cart and body from collision and abrasion.

Abstract: A transportable medical cart includes a frame assembly and a plurality of panels removably mounted on the frame assembly including a horizontal top panel, a pair of vertical side panels and a pair of extension panels. The side panels are movable from a retracted position wherein the side panels are disposed in parallel planes perpendicular to the top panel to a non-retracted position wherein the side panels are disposed at an acute angle to the planes. The extension panels are movable from a non-extended position wherein the extension panels are disposed vertically over the side panels in the retracted position to an extended position wherein the extension panels are horizontally aligned with the top panel. The side panels are releasably locked to the extension panels, respectively, with the side panels in the non-retracted position and the extension panels supported thereon, respectively, in the extended position.

Abstract: A transportation system has a mobile transportation device and a vehicle larger than the mobile transportation device, wherein the mobile transportation device can be carried in the vehicle and operated like a cart driven by muscle force by pulling or pushing. The vehicle carries the mobile transportation device. The mobile transportation device has an electrical drive that is activated by the operation of the mobile transportation device, wherein the electrical drive is activated by manipulation of the mobile transportation device. The mobile transportation device, when carried in the vehicle, is in functional connection with the vehicle. At least one of a device for charging the battery of the electrical drive and a signaling device is provided. The device for charging the battery is in communication with an electrical system of the vehicle, and the signaling device indicates the presence or absence of the mobile transportation device in the vehicle.