Including Means To Release Article Or To Fasten Carrier To Or Around Article Patents (Class 294/165)
  • Patent number: 11889935
    Abstract: A cross beam for a clothing shaking device, a clothing shaking device and a piece of clothing care equipment. The cross beam includes a body and an elastic clamping member arranged on the body, with the elastic clamping member being configured to be able to clamp a clothes hanger tightly in an elastic manner. The elastic clamping member is arranged on the cross beam, the clothes hanger is clamped and fixed by the elastic clamping member, that is to say, the elastic clamping member can clamp the clothes hanger tightly in an elastic manner by means of its own elasticity, such that the stability of the connection between the clothes hanger and the cross beam can be improved, and the clothes hanger is prevented from falling off of the cross beam when the clothing care equipment is in operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2024
    Assignees: QINGDAO HAIER WASHING MACHINE CO., LTD., Haier Smart Home Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Dongshan Wang, Zongrui Chi, Shengbo Chen
  • Patent number: 9156660
    Abstract: What is disclosed is a lifting bale that has at least two side supports, at least two cross support, and at least one center support and ideally configured to fit over the motor of a concrete saw, to provide handles for lifting the saw, and to provide an attachment point for a lifting mechanism to attach to the lifting bale and to lift the concrete saw, or other object the lifting bale is attached to, upward from the single point while maintaining the concrete saw or other object in a generally level position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2015
    Assignee: Multiquip, Inc.
    Inventors: Nathaniel Bateman, Dale Olson, Jason Dunn, Tyler Clements, Shane Perkins, Jake Chapple, Cole Baird, Andy Clites
  • Publication number: 20150075356
    Abstract: A handheld singing apparatus, capable of being cooperated with a handheld electronic device having a screen for operation, includes a holding member, a supporting seat and a connecting portion. The holding member is approximately formed as rod shaped and has a first end and a second end opposite to the first end. The supporting seat is capable of receiving and fastening with the handheld electronic device, so that the screen is faced to a direction far from the holding member. The connecting portion is connected between the first end of the holding member and the supporting seat, so that the supporting seat is rotatable relative to the holding member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 24, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventors: Keng-Yuan LIU, Tzu Jen MAO
  • Patent number: 8944683
    Abstract: The invention disclosed herein is a fastener which is embedded into a sturdy fabric. Once embedded into a sturdy fabric the fastener may be joined making a bag which can be used to contain items such as yard debris, sporting equipment, and many other items. In another embodiment, the fastener may be embedded into a strap and used to secure items to trailers, boats, and cars or to securely bundle items such as sticks, firewood, baseball bats, hockey sticks, tools and the like. The invention disclosed herein is composed of a fastener spring and a fastener spring receiver embedded into the opposite corners of a sturdy fabric. The fastener spring consist of a spring from which two lateral struts extend. At the end of the lateral struts, circular stops are attached. The fastener spring receiver is rectangular. The lateral struts of the fastener spring are compressed and the circular stops are inserted into the spring receiver.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2015
    Inventor: Karen Hickerson
  • Publication number: 20150001265
    Abstract: A universal belt clip for mobile devices. The belt clip includes two sets of hooks engaged on a top and a bottom edge of a mobile device. A body of the belt clip is extensible and selectively positionable to provide a tension force between the sets of clips and to retain the belt clip in engagement with the mobile device. The hooks are configured to receive mobile devices and cases thereon in a variety of thicknesses and the extensibility of the body is configured for adaptation to mobile devices of varied lengths. The hooks are pivotably coupled to the body to ease installation on the mobile device and to automatically adapt to a particular mobile device or case configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2014
    Publication date: January 1, 2015
    Inventor: John Kenison Hart
  • Patent number: 8844991
    Abstract: A device includes first straps configured to be secured around a container in a first direction, second straps configured to be secured around the container in a second direction, and third straps configured to be placed partially around the container in a third direction. The device also includes first handles coupled to the third straps, where the first handles are configured to be raised above the container during lifting of the container. The device further includes second handles coupled to one of the first straps, where the second handles are configured to remain secured to the first straps during lifting of the container. The device may also include multiple grommets configured to receive multiple connectors for securing the second straps to a body of the container and to a lid of the container. Lengths of at least the first and second straps may be adjustable.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Inventor: Patrick L. Myers
  • Patent number: 8840161
    Abstract: It is important to be able to drag a large animal through the woods after it has been killed. This device will allow the hunter to lift the animal's head above the ground as well as the legs in a pair of openings that will elevate the head of the animal off the ground surface so that the animal may be dragged. The handle may also telescope and will allow more than one hunter to grab the device in order to safely pull the animal through the woods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2014
    Inventor: Charles Gardner
  • Publication number: 20140259533
    Abstract: A carrier is provided which is removably attachable to at least a portion of a handle of an object for more easily and ergonomically carrying the object. The carrier includes a first housing and a second housing. The first housing is rotatable with respect to the base of the first housing about a first axis. The second housing is attached to the base of the first housing and is pivotable relative to first housing about a second axis extending generally perpendicularly to the first axis between an open position in which at least a portion of the base of the first housing is at least partially separated from the second housing and a closed position forming a grip having a longitudinal axis spaced apart from the second axis and defining with the second axis a plane perpendicular to the first axis. The grip is configured to releasably receive and retain a portion of the handle of the object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventor: Nathaniel R. DAY
  • Patent number: 8833820
    Abstract: A detachable handpiece coupling by a detachable fabric to a flat surface device, electronic tablet or notebook, or other object held in front of a user, the device conforming to a left or right hand of the user with a selected padded insert within a narrow end of the handpiece to reduce the inner portion of the handpiece to further conform to the user's hand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Inventor: James Hill
  • Patent number: 8820808
    Abstract: The duct belt is constructed of an adjustable belt member of no specific length that includes a first magnet member at a first distal end. The adjustable belt member includes a second magnet member at a second distal end. The first magnet member and the second magnet member each include lip protuberances that enable release of the magnet with respect to a ferrous object. The duct belt is configured to attach itself to a ferrous object, such as a roll of sheet metal or a metal plate in order to carry the ferrous object. The duct belt may further include an auxiliary handle member that utilizes magnets to provide an additional gripping member with respect to a metal plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Inventor: Richard I. Chud
  • Patent number: 8801065
    Abstract: A carrying device for an electronic device including a unitary body having a handle and a base, the handle having a centrally disposed aperture and a concave opening in each of the right and left sides of the handle to receive a user's fingers therethrough is provided. A pivotable first flange and an identical second flange are disposed on a base, each flange having a folding score line to allow the device to pivot from a first position to a second position when in use with a laptop. Each flange has an adhesive inner wall to attach the carrying device to an electronic device. A channel, configured to receive an outer edge of an electronic device, is disposed between the first and second flanges to permit a user to transport an electronic device without the need for a satchel or carrying case.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2014
    Inventor: David Jones
  • Publication number: 20140191523
    Abstract: A tablet computer holding device having a rigid and substantially rectangular base is provided. A pair of upstanding walls extends vertically upward from the perimeter of the base and partially bound the base. The upstanding walls provide a widened area for a user to grip. The upstanding walls extend along a pair of opposing sides of the holding device and wrap around the corners thereof, such that the upstanding walls resemble a pair of opposing U-shapes. Since the upstanding walls do not extend around the entire base, inputs and buttons disposed on the sides of the tablet computer can be easily accessed. A plurality of elongated ridges is disposed about the perimeter of the holding device to facilitate grasping the holding device. One or more fasteners, such as clips, are disposed on the periphery of the base and are used to securely hold a tablet computer in place thereon.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2014
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Inventor: Allan R. Hansen
  • Publication number: 20140166832
    Abstract: A holder for a mobile computing device, such as a tablet computer or the like, can include a handle that is positioned laterally from a device space in which the mobile computing device is held within the holder. The handle can be angled relative to the mobile computing device and can have a fixed angle or adjustable angles. The holder can include two or more portions that are connectable in two or more different positions to hold the mobile computing device in at least two orientations, such as landscape and portrait orientations, and/or to accommodate devices of different sizes. In some configurations, the holder can incorporate a peripheral device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2013
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Inventors: Wyatt R. Briant, David E. Conely
  • Patent number: 8752875
    Abstract: An electronic device holding system having a panel with a first end and a second end opposite the first end, a third end and a fourth end opposite the third end, a handle surface, and an attachment surface, a handle is pivotally attached to the handle surface and can pivot either in a first direction toward the third end of the panel and a second direction toward the fourth end of the panel, or in a third direction toward the first end of the panel and a fourth direction toward the second end of the panel, and a first half attachment means on the attachment surface and a second half attachment means for attaching to a smart phone, tablet, or electronic reader, the first half attachment means is adapted to temporarily engage the second half attachment means.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2014
    Inventor: Michael J. Gerhardt
  • Patent number: 8746769
    Abstract: A portable ski and ski pole carrier system includes a pair of flexible straps, each having a strap receiver and a strap fastener disposed at opposite ends. The strap receivers are configured to receive the strap fasteners and secure a pair of skis and ski poles within the straps. A handle is attached perpendicularly to the pair of straps and parallel to the pair of skis and ski poles. The ski poles are disposed between a heel binding on one of the pair of skis and a brake lever handle extending from the other of the pair of skis. The loops formed by the straps may be disposed between toe and heel bindings on the pair of skis. The interior of the straps may include a non-slip material to help secure the pair of skis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2014
    Inventor: David B. Owen
  • Publication number: 20140125077
    Abstract: A portable media device holder has a mounting plate with corner mounting brackets to hold a portable media device such as a smart phone or tablet computer. A ball joint is used to connect the mounting plate to a forearm mounting portion that enables the user to position the device at a selected angle. A hook and loop fastening strap is used to releasably hold the forearm mounting portion to the user's forearm. A handle projects downward from the forearm mounting portion that allows a user to hold and control the portable media device holder. In one embodiment, a plurality of cooling holes are provided to enable the device to operate at a cooler temperature. Additionally, breathing holes may be provided to make the forearm mounting portion more comfortable to wear. The forearm mounting portion may be padded for additional comfort.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 8, 2012
    Publication date: May 8, 2014
    Inventor: Franklin Harvey
  • Publication number: 20140110958
    Abstract: A cover with structure for facilitating hold a device enables a user to hold the device with plurality of faces stably. It can be configured to ridge a ridgeable portion and form a tubular space. The user can retain at least one finger in the space to hold the cover such that his palm can be placed more close to the center of the device to facilitate hold the device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2012
    Publication date: April 24, 2014
    Inventor: Jen-Te Chen
  • Patent number: 8684433
    Abstract: A system includes a first container having a wall defining a receptacle, a neck defining an opening, and a flip cap disposed over the opening, and a second container having a wall defining a receptacle, a neck defining an opening, and a flip cap disposed over the opening. The system also includes a carrier having first and second carrier pieces disposed about the first and second containers and attached together with the first and second containers secured therebetween. The system further includes a top cap attached to the flip caps to secure the first and second containers together and to simultaneously remove the flip caps from the containers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2014
    Assignees: Baxter International Inc., Baxter Healthcare SA
    Inventors: Thomas Oesterle, Lillian G. Zakarija, Chinmay Kanuga
  • Patent number: 8684430
    Abstract: An adjustable cup holder which consists of a flexible wrap, a handle, a first adjustable strap, and second adjustable strap and a ring which may be used to safely hold a beverage container or cup. The handle is attached to the flexible wrap as are the first and second adjustable straps. The flexible wrap is placed around a beverage container and the end of the first and second adjustable strap are inserted through the rings, tightened and affixed to the flexible wrap. The handle is now securely affixed to the beverage container allowing the consumer to safely and conveniently handle the beverage container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2014
    Inventor: Stan Brandon
  • Publication number: 20140083056
    Abstract: A clamp and method of utilizing a container is provided for improved handling, transportation, and protection of an artist's freshly painted stretched canvas while requiring no contact with the wet paint. A clamp is attached to a stretched canvas prior to painting by holding to the stretcher bars at points located away from the painting surface. A configuration of three clamps attached to the stretcher bars enables the painting to be placed on an easel so as to provide an unobstructed painting surface. By leaving the clamps attached to the stretcher bars when a painting session is finished, an artist can grasp the clamps and easily move the wet painting to a container where the clamps remain attached and prevent the wet paint from contacting any interior surface of the container. While the container is closed, the wet painting is protected from accidental damage and unwanted debris during transport.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2013
    Publication date: March 27, 2014
    Inventor: Robert Wellington Grove
  • Patent number: 8616600
    Abstract: A portable ski carrier includes at least one flexible strap having a strap receiver disposed at one end and a strap fastener disposed at the other end. The strap receiver is configured to receive the strap fastener and secure a pair of skis within the strap. A handle is attached to the strap between the ends and disposed perpendicular to the pair of skis. A grip may be disposed about at least a portion of the handle. The grip may include a rubber or foam material and may be rotatably attached to the handle. In another embodiment, the handle is attached to a pair of flexible straps and aligned to the pair of skis. The interior of the strap may include a non-slip material to help secure the pair of skis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2013
    Inventor: David B. Owen
  • Publication number: 20130277998
    Abstract: The invention is a single-hand holding device for the user to grab and hold a tablet computer. The holding device can be used in a horizontal or vertical position. The holding device can serve as a stand to set on a desk or other flat surface. The holding device has a base with a u-shaped channel to hold multiple-sized tablet computers. The base of the holding device includes four finger openings to secure fingers while hand secures the holding device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2012
    Publication date: October 24, 2013
    Inventor: Hassan Ghaznavi
  • Patent number: 8491027
    Abstract: The invention provides a removable device for securing and handling tarpaulins and other flexible sheet materials. The device can be attached to the tarpaulin anywhere along its edge but it is most conveniently employed at one or more available grommets. The device includes a base member a closure member and a hinge positioned there between to move the closure member from open to closed positions to secure the device to the tarpaulin. The base member includes a integral handle region for ease of carrying and securing the contents of the tarpaulin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2013
    Inventor: Ronald M. Izzo
  • Patent number: 8485578
    Abstract: The present invention is comprised of an elongate piece of first material having flexible qualities with a flexible strip of second, more rigid, and bendable material enclosed within the first material. The apparatus may be twist-tied around equipment for relatively easy transport.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Assignee: Handle It LLC
    Inventor: Dianne C. Daniel
  • Publication number: 20130161967
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a holding device for a mobile electronic device. The holding device may comprise a single member or a plurality of members. For example, the holding device may comprise a first holding member, a second holding member and a handle member. The first holding member and the second holding member interface with a mobile electronic device. The handle member may be held by a user, or may be mounted to a surface. In one example of the present disclosure the holding device comprises at least one joint which allows the first holding member, second holding member and/or the handle member to move in relation to the remaining members, allowing the holding device to fold into a compact configuration. In another example of the present invention, the holding device comprises a single member comprising a device holding mechanism and a handle section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2011
    Publication date: June 27, 2013
    Inventors: James Jarrett, Mark James Jarrett
  • Patent number: 8459710
    Abstract: The present invention is a mattress carrier comprising a generally rectangular shaped sling having spaced apart front and back opposed panels, spaced apart end panels, and a bottom end forming an interior cavity having a closed bottom and sides with an open upper portion for receiving a mattress to be transported. A stabilizing strap having a first portion securely attached to the back panel and a second portion securely attached to front panel. A pair of primary handles is fixed to the upper portions of the spaced apart side panels for lifting and carrying the mattress carrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2013
    Inventor: Terrance J. White
  • Patent number: 8408620
    Abstract: A device for transporting containers includes a band (2) of limp material which is closed in a loop and which is joined at a transversal strip (3) defined by respective opposite end edges (2A, 2B). A slot is provided in a median position in the strip (3) for defining a handgrip (M), the band (2) being adapted to wrap around and support at least one container, such that the strip (3) is arranged at an upper and practically central position with respect to the container. The device can be provided with blocking structures (4) for preventing exit of the container from open sides thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Inventor: Giogio Gruppioni
  • Patent number: 8366161
    Abstract: The multiple pot carry device provides for carrying multiple plant pots with one hand, with substantially automatic pot lip engagement retained until released by a user. Ease of pot engagement and disengagement are key features of the device. The device is not limited to three clamps pivotally suspended from the carry bar. Clamps are substantially automatic in engagement and disengagement with pot lips.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2013
    Inventor: Glenn E. Schuler
  • Publication number: 20120315124
    Abstract: A hose retention apparatus and method of retaining a hose is provided. The hose retention apparatus includes a hose holding structure having an interior portion sized to hold a cross-sectional area of a hose without contacting a fluid path within the hose. A substantially rigid connecting member has a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is connected to the hose holding portion. A handle is secured to the second end of the substantially rigid connecting member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2012
    Publication date: December 13, 2012
    Inventors: Garrett Frink, Norman Frink
  • Publication number: 20120224318
    Abstract: A holder for a tablet computer attaches to the computer and may be grasped and held by one or two human users operating the computer or looking at its display screen. The holder is a substantially flat, rigid, frame-like, rectangular panel having two opposite generally concave short sides, two opposite generally concave long sides, and four convex lobes at the “corners”. Elongated slots near the short sides serve as finger- and thumb-holes and define flat handles. The computer screen is viewed through a large rectangular central opening in the panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2012
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Inventor: Raymond Blake Carleton
  • Patent number: 8256812
    Abstract: The present invention is comprised of an elongate piece of first material having flexible qualities with a flexible strip of second, more rigid, and bendable material enclosed within the first material. The apparatus may be twist-tied around equipment for relatively easy transport.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Assignee: Handle It LLC
    Inventor: Dianne C. Daniel
  • Patent number: 8246095
    Abstract: A cable clasp comprises a tail including an engagement face. The cable clasp further comprises a head including a handle that connects to the tail and defines a mouth opening into which the tail is movable. The cable clasp is biased towards a closed-loop position in which at least a portion of the tail is disposed in the mouth opening. The head further includes a lock having a catch engageable with the engagement face in a lock position to: 1) prevent motion of the tail relative to the head in a first direction, and 2) permit motion of the tail relative to the head in a second direction opposite the first direction by sliding the catch over the engagement face. The catch and the engagement face are also disengageable in a release position to permit motion of the tail relative to the head in both the first and second directions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Assignee: Actuant Corporation
    Inventors: Patrick J. Radle, David J. Prince, Christopher L. Peterson, Joseph M. Hillary
  • Patent number: 8123269
    Abstract: A lifting device generally includes a handle portion having first and second ends and a support portion having first and second ends. The first end of the support portion is pivotably coupled to the first end of the handle portion and the second end of the support portion is releasably engageable with the second end of the handle portion, such that the lifting device may be positioned in at least a closed position and an open position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2012
    Assignee: Beifa Group Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Binhui Zhang
  • Patent number: 8118339
    Abstract: A PVC primer and glue can caddy for carrying and keeping together a can of PVC primer and a can of glue comprises horizontal base with two circular shaped indentures to accommodate the cans, a vertical stand with a handle and two slit shaped apertures. The caddy also has a strap with a hook portion and a loop portion that is slid through the slit apertures forming a closed loop attachment for the cans while placed in the circular indentures and a recessed screw is also provided for attaching the horizontal base to the vertical stand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2010
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Inventor: Douglas John Knudson
  • Patent number: 8113559
    Abstract: A device for attachment to sheet material such as a tarpaulin, pool cover or bag includes an elongated bar having first and second raised mounting surfaces as well as an open ended elongated sleeve for receiving the bar and a sheet of material positioned around the bar. The elongated sleeve also has a slit which extends from one open end of the sleeve to its other open end and which enables sheet material positioned around the bar and received in the sleeve to extend outwardly through the slit on opposite sides of the bar. The generally raised mounting surfaces are sized and configured to project outwardly from the bar through the slit when the bar is received in the sleeve so that the bar can be rigidly affixed to an object such as the side of a building, vehicle or a handle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2012
    Inventor: Brian H. Combes
  • Patent number: 8061750
    Abstract: A carry strap is disclosed. The carry strap includes an object engagement strap formed with a small loop on the object engagement strap first end, an end loop formed on the object engagement second end, and a handle. The end loop is configured so that it may pass through the small loop so that the object engagement strap forms an object loop for engagement with an object. The handle is affixed to the object engagement strap at handle connections. The carry strap may be engaged with objects of nearly any shape and size, depending on the specific embodiment of the carry strap. In an alternative embodiment, a rigid member may be affixed to a portion of the handle and/or end loop to increase comfort and ease of use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2011
    Inventor: Jeffery Hamilton
  • Patent number: 8056948
    Abstract: The present invention is comprised of an elongate piece of first material having flexible qualities with a flexible strip of second, more rigid, and bendable material enclosed within the first material. The apparatus may be twist-tied around equipment, and the elongate piece of first material may have characteristics including soft, lightweight, and flexible.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2011
    Assignee: Handle It LLC
    Inventor: Dianne C. Daniel
  • Patent number: 8052186
    Abstract: A high rise hose pack system for efficiently transporting a length of fire hose. The high rise hose pack system generally includes a main member having an elongated structure, a plurality of first support members attached to a first side of the main member, a plurality of second support members attached to a second side of the main member opposite of the first support members, a first strap attached to the first side of the main member and a second strap attached to the second side of the main member, wherein the first strap and the second strap are connectable to one another to secure a fire hose folded upon the main member. The first support members and the second support members are preferably comprised of a rigid structure to adequately support the sides of the folded fire hose. A roller is rotatably attached to at least one of the second straps to allow the folded fire hose to bend freely without the second strap frictionally engaging the upper surface of the folded fire hose.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 18, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2011
    Inventors: Timothy P. O'Brien, Gabriel Z. Deurloo, Jon Van Dort
  • Patent number: 8016335
    Abstract: A drag strap having a dual handle system for allowing one or more persons to use the strap when dragging an injure person. The drag strap is preferably constructed of a high tensile strength woven nylon tape which is flexible and weather resistant. The drag strap includes an adjustable connector system for quick attachment and adaptability in securing the strap to an injured person.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2011
    Assignee: North American Rescue, LLC
    Inventor: Sean McKay
  • Patent number: 8006875
    Abstract: A transportable support system for underwater dive equipment that is durable, lightweight, adjustable, and compact, allowing the diver to effectively and rapidly secure his fins, regulator assembly, mask, and various other items for storage and/or transport. The support system can be employed with a “hands free” design via the use of a shoulder strap, or secured in a dive bag or suitcase for airline travel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Inventor: Chad Michael Watson
  • Patent number: 7976088
    Abstract: A roll holder comprising a body having a first end and a second end. A handle is coupled to the body of the roll holder by an attachment. A pair of closing straps is attached to the body. A business card holder, coupled to the body, has a clear viewing window therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2011
    Inventor: Daniel J. Diciolla
  • Publication number: 20100308059
    Abstract: Described herein is a handle device for holding a plate and a drinking vessel in one hand. A preferred version includes a plate, a hinge connected to the plate, and a handle connected to the hinge. The plate has an upper surface and a lower surface, wherein the upper surface is dimensioned and configured to hold food. The handle is movable between a folded position with at least a portion of the handle substantially flush with the lower surface of the plate and an extended position with the portion substantially perpendicular to the lower surface of the plate. Some versions of the invention additionally or alternatively include a support between the hinge and the plate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2010
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Inventor: Timothy R. Berg
  • Patent number: 7789444
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for transporting a turkey tail to a hunting site are provided by the present invention. The apparatus is formed of an outer camouflaged base fabric sewn at its edges to an inner fabric. When folded along a diameter, the apparatus is semi-circular in shape. Hook and loop straps along the base fabric secure the apparatus and two handles attached to the base fabric facilitate transport. Reinforcing members between the fabrics protects the turkey tail from damage during transport.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 16, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 7, 2010
    Inventor: Charles D. Younke
  • Publication number: 20100089959
    Abstract: A transportable support system for underwater dive equipment that is durable, lightweight, adjustable, and compact, allowing the diver to effectively and rapidly secure his fins, regulator assembly, mask, and various other items for storage and/or transport. The support system can be employed with a “hands free” design via the use of a shoulder strap, or secured in a dive bag or suitcase for airline travel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2008
    Publication date: April 15, 2010
    Inventor: Chad Michael Watson
  • Patent number: 7690504
    Abstract: An apparatus for carrying a plurality of spherical objects such as billiard balls can include a rectangular frame defining an interior area for receiving the billiard balls, in which at least some of the balls contact an inner surface of the frame, and an engaging section connected to the frame and positioned within the interior area of the frame between two opposed sides of the frame. The engaging section can move between a release position in which the billiard balls can be placed into and removed from the frame, and an engage position in which the engaging section frictionally engages some of the balls, and the balls are maintained within the frame such that they are carried by the frame and can be transported therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 6, 2010
    Inventor: Charles Aaron Lail
  • Patent number: 7673919
    Abstract: An apparatus may include an elongate piece of first material having flexible qualities with a flexible strip of second, more rigid, and bendable material enclosed within the first material. The apparatus may be twist-tied around equipment for relatively easy transport or may also be used to secure items in place.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2010
    Assignee: Handle It LLC
    Inventor: Dianne C. Daniel
  • Patent number: 7604271
    Abstract: A shoe, boot and skate holder includes a handle, a stem extending from the handle, and a locking mechanism operatively connected to the stem. An eyelet rod is releasably lockable in the locking mechanism. The eyelet rod is insertable through eyelets of a shoe, boot or skate, and is lockable in the locking mechanism to retain the shoe, boot or skate in the holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2009
    Assignee: Scuderi Group, LLC
    Inventor: Ambrogio Giannini
  • Patent number: 7600798
    Abstract: A device for transporting segments of wood comprising an annular binding made of a material that is biodegradable and combustible such that the binding can thus be burnt in a fireplace after it has been used. The binding includes two binding rings and spacers, the rings and the spacers being assembled together by having co-operating shapes. Wedges are used to hold the segments of wood in position, without having to use a clamping band.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2009
    Assignee: Arci Rhone Alps Ateliers De Reparations et de Constructions Industrielles
    Inventor: Christian Levis
  • Publication number: 20090206622
    Abstract: The object of the Board Bag is to provide a storage and transportation device for a plurality of A-boards or other marketing signs, that a realtor or other professional, needs to transport from one location to another. When opened in a car trunk, the Board Bag protects the car from damage by providing a barrier between the car and the boards. The Board Bag is also fitted with a drainage panel to allow wet boards to dry. Furthermore, there is no need to unpack boards from the Board Bag. The boards can be moved from car to home or office by using the Board Bag's handles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 17, 2008
    Publication date: August 20, 2009
    Inventor: Pat Craft
  • Patent number: 7520549
    Abstract: A portable propane tank carrier system is provided which includes a tank carrier, stabilizer ring, and tank neck cover. The tank carrier includes a rectangular main tank cover panel, and upper and lower radial sidewall panel. The tank carrier closely conforms to the shape of a portable propane tank while providing an upper opening adapted to receive a neck portion of the tank and a lower opening adapted to receive a tank base ring portion of the tank. The stabilizer rings may be attached to the bottom of the tank carrier to prevent the tank from tipping over.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2009
    Assignee: Canterbury Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Lisa Leighton