Abstract: A hair clip includes a first paddle extending from a first tab. The first paddle has at least a portion with a width that is greater than a width of the first tab. A second paddle extends from a second tab. The second paddle has at least a portion with a width that is greater than a width of the second tab. The second tab is connected to the first tab. A biasing element is disposed between the first tab and the second tab. The biasing element applies a biasing force to both the first and second paddles such that in a rest position, the first and second paddles are in a closed position, and, in a use position, a first force is applied to the first tab and a second force is applied to the second tab such that the first tab and second tab are moved closer to one another and the first and second paddles are moved further apart from one another than in the rest position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a clipboard having a frontal surface, a clamping mechanism, a dorsal surface, and a latch engagement portion configured to engage a mating latch and secure the clipboard to a surface of a secondary container.

Abstract: An instrument tray is configured for use with surgical and/or other invasive or non-invasive medical procedures, such as in operating rooms or ICU rooms within a hospital, for example. The tray facilitates a safe transfer of instruments between a procedural team and performing the procedure. In an embodiment the surgical tray may be attached directly to the patient and/or patient's drapes so that the tray may rest upon the patient.

Abstract: A work piece tagging system is described herein. The system includes a work piece having a body. The body includes an outer surface defining an opening and a tubular portion defining a recess extending inwardly from the opening. The tubular portion has a first interior surface opposed to the opening. The system also includes a tag having a fold extending from a first side to a second side of the tag. The fold defines a first corner, a second corner and first and second sections of the tag. A length of the fold is less than a width of the opening and greater than a width of at least a portion of the first interior surface. The tag is retained in the recess by the first and second corners engaging the portion of the first interior surface when the tag is inserted fold first into the recess.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses an electronic product fixator. The electronic product fixator comprises a clip assembly and a locking strap, wherein the clip assembly comprises a first clip connected with one end of the locking strap and a second clip hooping and reciprocating along the locking strap, a top surface of the first clip comprises a first joint, and an end section of the locking strap comprises a second joint wherein a bending part at the end section of the locking strap may connect the first joint and the second joint together so as to fix an electronic device to be fixed between the first and the second joints. The electronic product fixator is advantageous in terms of convenient operation, lightness, compactness, and steady fixation against detachment to prevent an electronic device from damages, by which a user can carry a electronic device by hand holding or wearing.

Abstract: A cover having an opening, a border, a rain screen, and a pouch, and being comprised of a flexible material and a stretchable material, wherein the cover may be used in combination with a planar rigid insert, such as a clipboard. The cover may include a strap and a handle attached to the cover.

Abstract: An auxiliary board for a clipboard system. The auxiliary board comprises a first auxiliary face and a second auxiliary face, a top edge, a bottom edge, a first side edge, a second side edge, and a clipping apparatus affixed near the top edge of the second auxiliary face, an auxiliary board clipping apparatus proximate the top edge and which enables the auxiliary board to pivotally attach to the clipboard, a mating supplemental attachment apparatus on the first auxiliary face which enables attachment of the auxiliary board to the clipboard, and an attachment mechanism on the second auxiliary face that enables attachment of a case for a computing device to the second auxiliary face. An auxiliary board clipping apparatus is located proximate the top edge and which enables the auxiliary board to pivotally attach to the clipboard and pivot upward for a different view of the computing device.

Abstract: Installable and removable inserts for pocket folders and their method of manufacturer are shown and described. Inserts have spaced part divider panels which are anchored to a base plate or form a base plate. In one embodiment, a single plate divider also forms the base and one upright divider while another element with two dividers is bonded to the base. In another embodiment two separate upright dividers are bonded together at a common upright wall and the pair is then bonded to a base. Other embodiments are disclosed.

Abstract: A paging device allows a user to flip a stack of papers very swiftly. The paging device integrates a rubberized tip and an ergonomic handle with gel rests in stress points. The paging device further includes a set of accessories such as a detachable highlighter and a detachable magnifier. The highlighter is in the form of a wheel. Either of the highlighter and magnifier is housed with a cap.

Abstract: Disclosed is a stationery item that includes a cover and removable contents forming a refill. The refill includes: a block of stacked pages forming two main outer surfaces by a certain thickness; a binding that binds the pages of the block together at the back of the block; and a flexible covering strip that covers the binding. The covering strip includes: a back portion which outwardly covers the binding and which is provided with magnetic elements, and two side portions that are attached to both of the main surfaces of the block, respectively. The refill can be removably attached to the back of the cover which includes built-in magnetic means for attracting the magnetic elements of the refill.

Abstract: The invention relates to a retaining system for handling substrate stacks, including a retaining surface for retaining a first substrate, and one or more recesses provided relative to the retaining surface, for retaining first magnetic bodies for securing the first substrate relative to a second substrate that is aligned with the first substrate. Second magnetic bodies are applied on a holding side of the second substrate.

Abstract: The invention described is for a book like or portfolio style cover or case for a portable, hand held electronic device. This cover includes a notch that allows the user to more easily hold the electronic device while attached to the cover. A notch is located on at least one side provides space for the user's hand so that the electronic device rests between the user's thumb and fingers in a natural position with the fingers behind the cover so that the device can be cradled in the hand. More particularly, the cover can have front and back panels joined by a hinge into which the notch extends.

Abstract: A book for use with augmented reality applications includes a plurality of stiff leaves, each side of which forms a page of the book. On each page a respective fiduciary marker is positioned substantially in the middle of the page. Each fiduciary marker comprises a different respective asymmetric pattern capable of indicating the scale and orientation of the book to an augmented reality application and of indicating the respective page, and a non-alphanumeric pattern positioned closer to an outside edge of the page of the book than the fiduciary marker. The non-alphanumeric pattern on a respective page is capable of indicating at least the opposing page pair comprising the respective page on which the non-alphanumeric pattern is positioned, when used in conjunction with the scale and orientation of the book as indicated by a fiduciary marker on a different page to that of the respective non-alphanumeric pattern.

Abstract: A notepad cover for support and protection is provided. The notepad cover includes at least three panels that are removably attachable to a notepad. The at least three panels include a first panel, a second panel, and a third panel. The first panel and third panel are hingedly connected to opposing ends of the second panel. A notepad is securable within the first panel and the second panel via an elastic band. The third panel is adapted to fold in between the notepad secured therein to provide support and protection for the notepad pages therein. The third panel may also fold behind the second panel and serve as a rigid support to write or draw thereon.

Abstract: A folder system including a folder having a first panel and a second panel pivotally coupled to the first panel along a pivot line. The folder further includes a spine portion positioned between the first and second panels at the pivot line, wherein said spine portion includes a hole formed therethrough. The spine portion further includes a slit extending from an outer edge of the spine portion to the hole to enable a binding device to be passed through the slit into the hole.

Abstract: A clipboard is defined by a planar support having a back surface that retains at least one magnet, thereby permitting releasable attachment of the clipboard to a metallic supporting surface. A dry-erasable steel surface is secured to the front of the support and a hinge clip attached enables at least one paper to be secured to the front side of the clipboard as well as at least one magnet.

Abstract: First and second plates have a space between them. Each plate has parallel top and bottom edges, parallel inner and outer edges, and interior and exterior surfaces. First and second fingering assemblies include fingers fabricated of a flexible material. Each finger includes a terminal projection extending into the space between the support plates. The fingers may move into and out of the space between the support plates. First and second tubes are provided. Each tube is coupled to the inner edge of an associated plate. Each tube has circumferential recesses with C-shaped clips positioned within the circumferential recesses. In this manner the tubes are secured together. Also in this manner rotation of the tubes and support plates is allowed.

Abstract: A foldable and unfoldable pop-up article with a tensioning member.

Abstract: A system including a panel having a panel opening and a coupling device coupled to the panel. The coupling device includes a coupling device opening and a flange positioned adjacent to the coupling device opening. The coupling device opening at least partially overlaps with the panel opening, and the flange is elastically deflectable to allow a binding mechanism to pass the flange and into or out of the coupling device opening.

Abstract: This invention, The Wind Cure Band Folder, replaces the common band folder, which offers the singular utility of providing a place to store sheet music. The Wind Cure Band Folder not only stores sheet music but also provides a solution to the perennial problem of how to keep one's sheet music from blowing away when rehearsing or performing outdoors. It does this by using transparent material for both the pockets and flaps on the inside of the band folder, and by providing a way to attach the band folder itself to the music stand.

Abstract: A bookholder apparatus adapted to support a plurality of pages of reading material and to be slidable across a support surface includes a front cover, a back cover, and a spine operable coupled to the front cover and the back cover. The bookholder allows the container to be moved between an open position and a closed position, wherein the plurality of pages are supported within the container. A plurality of roller elements are mounted to an outer surface and within a perimeter of at least one of the front cover, the back cover, or the spine to allow the bookholder to slide and/or roll across a support surface.

Abstract: A clipboard case having an interior compartment, a top writing surface, which top writing surface includes a dry-erase board. The clipboard case combines the functions of a clipboard with those of a paper-carrying case and a white board writing surface. The clipboard case is hinged along its left side to allow a user to open it and access interior compartment for storage and has a latch for closure. At the back of the top surface may be situated a spring-loaded clip assembly for retaining papers on the top writing surface. In one embodiment, a calculator is attached to the clip assembly. The top writing surface includes a non-porous, dry erase surface, also known as a whiteboard which may be recessed into the top writing surface thereby making it flush with the top surface. The whiteboard is utilized to write upon using a dry erase pen.

Abstract: A foldable organizer for restaurant waiters includes a folding case which may hold a notepad, an elongated compartment for storing paper money and receipts, a leaf having pockets for holding cards in the elongated compartment, and an exterior pocket for holding a card. The exterior pocket may be produced from a v-shaped opening integrally formed in a flexible shell that surrounds a backing. A separate insert is capable of being attached to one end of the folding case, and remains between the two halves of the folding case when in the closed position. The insert including a plurality of pages for holding cards, wherein each of the plurality of pages is joined at one end to create an accordion structure. A strap or clip for fastening the insert to the folding case is located adjacent the end opposite the one end where the plurality of pages are joined.

Abstract: Recessed adhesive binding systems. One system can include a plurality of sheets arranged in a stack, each of the plurality of sheets having a front surface, a rear surface, and an exposed edge. At least one of the front surface and the rear surface of each of the plurality sheets can include at least one recessed adhesive positioned adjacent the exposed edge to form an at least partially exposed recessed adhesive, which can be selectively activated. The rear surface of a first sheet in the plurality of sheets can be positioned adjacent the front surface of a second sheet in the plurality of sheets, or vice versa, and the exposed edges of the plurality of sheets can be staggered, such that the exposed edge of the second sheet extends further outwardly from the stack than the exposed edge of the first sheet in the stack.

Abstract: A clipboard having a board assembly with a front face and a rear face. A clip assembly is mounted onto the board assembly. The board assembly docks onto a docking assembly. The front face is defined by a top edge, a bottom edge, and first and second lateral edges. The rear face has first and second lower interior channel guide edges and first and second higher interior channel guide edges. The board assembly tapers from the top edge towards the bottom edge. The first and second higher interior channel guide edges terminate forming a channel neck. The channel neck is a channel to receive the docking assembly. The rear face further has at least one grip section that extends from the first or second lateral edge. The front face has a recessed face, and the clip assembly has a docking station, a spring assembly, and a writing instrument holder.

Abstract: A folder including a folder body having a first panel and a second panel pivotally coupled together. The folder further includes a stand pivotally coupled to the first and second panels, the stand being movable to a support position wherein the stand is configured to support the folder body in a propped position.

Abstract: A unitary writing tab for clipping to a substrate comprising a top writing surface, an opposed bottom layer and a flat, firm, leveling shelf secured against and between the top writing surface and the bottom layer. A clip is fixedly secured against and between the flat leveling shelf and the bottom layer and configured such that the writing tab can be clipped to a substrate. The writing tab provides an efficient and inexpensive means for inscribing information on documents or other materials clipped thereto.

Abstract: A double-sided clipboard system where each side of the double-sided clipboard system functions at least as a clipboard. The double-sided clipboard system may include a secondary retention system such as an elastic band for retaining clipboard items. The clipboard system may comprise a shoulder strap for carrying the system in different orientations. An attachable accessory bag is provided for containing and carrying the shoulder strap, writing instruments, and/or other supplies. The accessory bag may include an adjustable cinch which functions as an adjustable bag closure apparatus. A capture mechanism for a writing instrument or other compatible item is provided that enables the user to conveniently insert into and remove from the capture mechanism a writing instrument. The capture mechanism can be a surface-mounted mechanism or mounted via a through-hole of the main board.

Abstract: A response form security device is provided for use with a generally planar response form having an answer area bearing answer blanks upon which a respondent makes marks to indicate a plurality of responses. The security device includes a sleeve adapted and constructed to slidably receive and cover the response form. An access window is formed in the sleeve, and permits visual access by the respondent to a number of fewer than all of the answer areas of the response form. The length of the sleeve and the configuration of the answer window are chosen so as to prevent anyone other than the user from seeing a number of marks on the answer area sufficient to observe a repeatable pattern of marks.

Abstract: A display for documents or information contained in transparent pouches (2) or other similar elements, includes at least one assembly composed of a row of pouches (2) and a support (1) including a system (3) for holding the row of pouches (2) on the support (1), each pouch (2) having a fastening and pivoting side (4) provided with at least one pivoting element (5), the holding system (3) being arranged such as to allow each pouch (2) to be fastened removably and to be pivoted in the manner of the pages of a book. The holding system (3) consists of at least one magnetic fastening site (3) that is able to retain the pivoting element(s) (5) of each pouch (2) by magnetism and to enable transverse movement of the fastening and pivoting side (4).

Abstract: A media binder has an inner assembly and a case assembly, The inner assembly includes inside boards pre-attached to a binding mechanism. Adhesive is placed on outward surfaces of the inside boards. The case assembly includes a cover sheet with at least one marginal edge attached to surface boards and at least one loose edge. To customize cover, a printed cover is inserted in-between the cover sheet and the surface board through an opening formed by the loose edge. The case assembly is then laminated. The laminated case assembly is combined with the inner assembly using the adhesive on the inside boards. A one-piece media binder has cover sheets wrapping around surface boards forming pockets. The surface boards are partially attached to paste downs. To customize cover, printed covers are inserted into the pockets, and the paste downs are then attached to the surface boards to seal loose edges.

Abstract: A document binder for bonding one or more books includes a cover, a holding base, a first holding member, a second holding member and at least one rod. The cover has a front cover, a back cover and a back board disposed between the front and back covers. The back board has a base plate pivotally connecting the front and back covers. The holding base is secured on the base plate and immobile. The first and second holding members are secured on the opposite end of the holding base and projecting there-from. The rods go through the spine portion of the books and the two ends thereof are arranged in the holding members.

Abstract: A cover (10) is disclosed for holding objects such as papers and reports. The cover (10) is formed of a member (20) having a front cover (22), a spine (24) and a back cover (26). A first portion (32) and a second portion (38) are folded over to encapsulate a prong fastener (12). The second portion (38) is then fastened to the back cover (26) with adhesive tape (58). The first and second portions (32, 38) can be part of a fastener assembly (70) having a third portion (72) that is secured to the inner surface (62) of the back cover (26). In a modification, a flap (128) can be hinged to the side of the back cover (126).

Abstract: The Tray is a support for books that creates a horizontal space where one did not exist previously. By hooking it to a seat or rail in front of one, one can provide oneself with a sturdy support to allow hands-free reading. The Tray frees ones hands so that one may do other tasks like take notes, use reading aids, or hold small children.

Abstract: A positioning structure for a clipboard contains a first cover and a second cover. Two grooves are formed on a connection of the first cover and the second cover. The first cover includes two first recesses, and the second cover includes two second recesses, two retainers are attached in the two first recess and the two second recess. The first cover also includes a first slot, a second slot, and a third slot. The second cover also includes a first notch, a second notch, and a third notch. Each of plural positioning members includes an integrally formed abutting block, an actuating section, a first inserting piece, two second inserting pieces, and a cutout. The plural positioning members are inserted in or removed from the first slot, the second slot, the third slot, the first notch, the second notch, the third notch by using a plurality of first inserting pieces.

Abstract: A tabbing apparatus is provided that includes a pocket and a tab element disposed within the pocket in a retracted position. The tab element includes an indexing segment configured for protruding from the pocket in an extended position as a tab and for being received within the pocket in the retracted position, an anchor portion attached to the pocket, and an intermediate portion connecting the anchor portion and indexing segment and configured for folding to allow the indexing segment to move between the retracted position and the extended position. The indexing segment is configured for displaying writing thereon for indexing a file.

Abstract: The present invention includes a pageprop device including a retaining wall, a base and, in some embodiments stabilizing tab, which can be used by a user to view a page of bound material in a “hands free” manner. In addition, the angle between the beginning portion of the retaining wall and the beginning portion of the base is selected to ensure that sufficient light is displayed on the page of the bound material that is of interest to the user. Rectangular wedges are used to fix this angle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a clip file, comprising a clip body with a front and a rear clip jaw (5) made from sheet steel, wherein both clip jaws (5) are connected by means of a yoke and the rear clip jaw rests against a rear wall of a rear cover of the file, while the front clip jaw (5) presses against a section of a multiply folded strip (2), provided with a window (4), formed from the longitudinal edge of the rear cover folded towards the front of the file and the strip (2) forms a stop which cooperates with a counter stop formed from an edge of the front clip jaw (5) folded inwards. According to the invention, the clip body may be provided with a defined grip point by means of a projection embossed in the center of at least the front clip jaw, the apex of which faces the yoke of the clip body.

Abstract: A portable multiple form organizer comprises a writing panel capable of supporting and securing multiple sheets of paper in a side-by-side format. A plurality of clips is spaced across a long edge of a front surface of the writing panel with suitable space between to fit a standard full sheet of paper. A mounting mechanism comprising a plurality of hooks permanently affixed to a rear surface of the writing panel allows the organizer to suspend from a support surface. A pair of arms attached to a bottom rear surface of the writing panel provides a standoff for the writing panel away from the vertical support surface, such that the writing panel is not perpendicular to the ground allowing a user to comfortably use the device.

Abstract: A longitudinally foldable compartmentalized clipboard with a passageway for storing papers without creasing; The clipboard has a front side for writing with at least two frame members that are joined by a living hinge, and a releasable locking means including mating shapes formed into the frame members that couple with a friction fit when the case is opened in a writing position.

Abstract: A shopping organizer is provided that includes a front cover, a back cover, a front inner flap, and a back inner flap. A compartment for retaining individual printed media carriers such as coupons is formed by the front cover and the front inner flap so that storing and carrying loose coupons is facilitated. The shopping organizer also includes a plurality of berths, each berth for retaining a “key chain” type of bar coded card or for retaining a “wallet card” type of bar coded card. The shopping organizer can optionally include a pen retaining loop, a writing pad for writing down a shopping list, and a calculator. The shopping organizer is foldable to a smaller carry size in which the card berths are interleaved between the front and back covers.

Abstract: A file folder is comprised of the conventional elements of a back cover, a plurality of compartment dividers, and a front cover located in front of the compartment dividers. According to the novel features of the invention the front cover is formed of a lower face portion and an upper shield portion delineated from the lower face portion by a laterally extending fold that extends across the entire width of the front cover. The upper shield portion is biased toward an extended disposition to project upwardly above the upper edges of the compartment dividers. Furthermore, a latch is provided on the upper shield portion and a catch is located on the lower face portion of the front cover. The catch is engageable with the latch when at least part of the shield portion is forced downwardly, bending in articulated fashion into a disposition facing the lower face portion.

Abstract: A desk leaf base includes a base and a binder. The base is formed of a trapezoidal tubular body that is formed in a trapezoidal shape in a side view, closed from a bottom surface to a certain height in both sides, and opened in an upper portion therefrom. An inclined front wall of the tubular body is removed from one side to the other side, in a range from the certain height to a height higher than the certain height and lower than a top surface. The binder is mounted along an elongated top surface of the base, and includes an elongated body and a plurality of rings. The elongated body is mounted along the top surface of the base with an approximately same width as the top surface. The plurality of rings are mounted on the body and capable of opening and closing. Each of the plurality of rings includes linear portions that protrude from the body so as to extend inclining upward on front and back sides when closing. Accordingly, the desk leaf base which allows the leaf group to easily be replaced is achieved.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a two clip double sided clipboard. The two clip double sided clipboard may comprise a flat clipboard with a clip on each flat surface of the clipboard. The clips may include pads for resting on the flat surfaces of the clipboard.

Abstract: A device for holding a fillable form includes a writing tray adapted for placement of the fillable form, the writing tray having walls defining a perimeter of a planar surface of the writing tray. A card holder is formed in at least one of the walls. The card holder includes a groove extending inwardly from one of the walls into a body of the writing tray. The groove is configured to hold an edge portion of an identification card in a press fit engagement with the remainder of the identification card being located outside of the groove. An edge ridge is formed along at least one of the walls and extends above the planar surface of the writing tray. The edge ridge facilitates retention of the fillable form.

Abstract: A revised adhesive fastener pack, and its arrangement in a book-like ringless paper binder, enables inserted pages to be turned, and the immediate filing of a paper by eliminating a separate fastening and unfastening step.

Abstract: A scrapbooking page alignment device for temporarily aligning at least two adjacent scrapbook pages having retention receivers extending from their respective spine edges, the device comprising (i) a base; and (ii) two or more spaced retention posts extending from said base; where said retention posts are dimensioned to temporarily receive the retention receivers of the two adjacent scrapbook pages.

Abstract: A waiter or waitress portfolio organizer containing specifically configured pockets each of which are adapted for holding currency, a multi-page order pad, completed order receipts, billing receipts and a writing utensil. The organizer also contains easy accessible transparent pockets configured to only hold 5 or less sheets of point of sale (POS) paper receipts less than 3½ in width and 0.06 mm to 0.1 mm in thickness for waiters or waitress to easily read papers for restaurant drink or dinner specials or special waiter or waitress notes. The organizer that is built of durable materials that withstands long periods of use, maintains a sleek, professional appearance and has a thin profile for easy storage. The organizer contains a versatile, easy to use system of tools to help restaurant servers present specials to customers, take orders, maintain records of all orders, maintain bills, and maintain collected currency.

Abstract: A plate clip including a seat plate having a reel and a base plate, a pressing frame is pressed on the base plate by a spring, and an open handle. The open handle forming a lever is disposed on the pressing frame, and its fulcrum is at the reel. When a user opens the plate clip to clamp papers, he can press down the open handle to lift the pressing frame easily by the lever function, thus the finger of the user would not be injured accidentally.

Abstract: A lottery scratch ticket holding device (1) having a board (2) with a front surface (3), a rear surface (4), a top portion (5) and a bottom portion (6). A clip (7) is located along the top portion of the board and used for attaching, holding and storing scratch tickets (9) and other lottery tickets on the holding device. A receptacle (8) is located across the bottom portion of the board. The receptacle is used to collect any scrapings created as a user scratches the opaque covering off a scratch ticket.