Abstract: An elongated hollow rear member has front and rear ends with an open front end and a top surface which extends inclinedly downward from its rear end to its front end. An elongated hollow middle member has front and rear ends with an open front end and a top surface which extends inclinedly downward from its rear end to its front end, the maximum height of the top surface of the middle member being less than the minimum height of the top surface of the rear member. A first device cooperates with the rear and middle members to establish a slideable interconnection therebetween. The first device has an extended position at which the rear end of the middle member is disposed adjacent but in front of the front end of the rear member and has a withdrawn position at which the rear end and of at least a substantial adjacent portion of the middle member is disposed within the front end and a substantial adjacent portion of the rear member.

Abstract: A washing machine outlet box of the type having a water impervious plastic cabinet and a bottom sloping to a drain outlet can be improved by providing the washing machine outlet box with a detachable drain pipe, adjustable mounting brackets and variable size knockout plugs. The detachable drain pipe is secured to the cabinet by matching screw threads on both the drain pipe and the cabinet. The adjustable brackets allow the washing machine outlet box to be mounted in a wall in a variety of positions, while the variable size knockout plugs can accommodate hot and cold water inlets of either copper tubing or galvanized pipe in such a manner as to form a water-tight seal with either type pipe.

Abstract: Portable and convertible washstand characterized by the nestable relationship of the basic elements, the stand being adapted to tripod support and having at least two utility shelves, adapted to fabrication from essentially rigid, lightweight, readily extruded materials.

Abstract: A device for the convenient collection and disposal of liquids and particularly liquids such as automobile waste oil is disclosed. The device includes a receptacle comprising a bottom wall and peripheral side walls defining in part an open central portion having a downwardly inwardly extending funnel-shaped central wall adapted for initial receipt of such liquid. The funnel terminates in a valved conduit which projects beneath the bottom wall of the receptacle so as to conveniently provide access for containers and the like into which the waste oil may then be directed. A detachable cover adapted to enclose the open central portion of the receptacle is provided so that when the cover is in place the receptacle may be used for the temporary storage and transportation of such waste oil in a convenient and clean manner.

Abstract: A pivotally mounted, stowable galley which may include a sink, a stove, storage and work areas, the galley having a "down" storage position flush with a vertical surface to which it is attached and an "up" operational position substantially perpendicular to the vertical surface. The galley includes an elongated but relatively thin (in height) rectangular box which houses a sink, a stove (if desired), and storage areas and a double hinged counter top which serves as the galley box closure or lid. The galley is mountable on a boat gunnel overhang and vertical or horizontal wall surfaces and is intended for use in confined areas where space is at a premium, such as in boats, recreational vehicles and the like. When not in use, the galley pivots downwardly increasing available space and occupying very little space when stowed. When in use, complete galley facilities are provided including a sink, a stove, storage areas and adequate counter space.

Abstract: A cabinet structure for dividing one room into two dental operating areas and for permitting access to equipment stored in the structure from opposite sides includes an elongated, rectangular countertop, a lower storage and enclosure cabinet positioned below and supporting the countertop and an upper compartmentalized storage cabinet which extends the length of the countertop and divides the countertop into two work areas. Access is provided to the interior of both the lower and upper storage cabinets permitting use of the dental equipment stored therein from opposite sides of the cabinet structure.

Abstract: A cuttingboard for kitchens and the like is provided wherein a generally planar cutting surface is adapted for positioning directly over a sink basin. A flange depends from the front side of the cuttingboard for abutting engagement with the counter top of a conventional kitchen sink area for purposes of stability. An aperture is provided adjacent the aft side of the planar portion and in a position to underlie a conventional faucet of a kitchen sink when the cuttingboard is appropriately positioned. A wire basket is similarly provided for secured positioning in the aperture while depending into the sink for holding foods therein. In this manner, the foods being prepared may be stored, washed and/or strained with maximum efficiency and minimal inconvenience.

Abstract: Shaped springs are fitted to a flange of a modular package such as a sink-disposer unit inserted through an aperture in a surface. One camming surface moves each spring out of the way during insertion of the package into the aperture and a second camming surface sprung outwardly against the wall of the aperture to obstruct removal of the package as insertion is completed. The spring may then be selectively tensioned by a threaded nut.

Abstract: A modular laboratory bench includes a counter top and a floor mounted frame for supporting the counter top at a predetermined height above the floor. The basic frame comprises two rigid preassembled side support members which are interlocked by a front angle bar, a rear angle bar and a rear spacer bar at a distance which defines a predetermined moudlar spacing therebetween. A modular cabinet unit can be rolled into the modular spacing between the side support members and secured therein by a faceplate attached to the front angle bar.

Abstract: A dental treatment environment having dental equipment coordinated relative to a reclining patient chair in a manner to provide minimum doctor time and motion and maximum efficiency. The chair has a patient headrest located adjacent a cabinet. An articulated first arm adjustable vertically and horizontally is movably mounted on the cabinet. The arm carries a tray useable for dental hand instruments and slow speed hand piece. An extendible and contractible second arm which moves up, down, side to side is attached to an upright support and has connected at its outer end a holder for dental high speed air turbines and air-water syringe. Both the tray and holder are movable to locations relative to the headrest whereby the transfer zone between tray and holder and patient is of minimum area. An operating light unit and its holding members are mounted on top of the support. A doctor's sink cabinet is located adjacent the doctor's side of the chair.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to an article of furniture which includes the basic components of any type of furniture but additionally has incorporated therein lavatory means, such as hot and cold running water, ice water tappets, a sink, drainage means, etc. which when enclosed provide the appearance of a "normal" piece of furniture in that it cannot be determined from casual observation that the piece of furniture is other than a normal piece of furniture. The primary feature of the invention is that of forming the article of furniture with two upstanding walls and a cover having two depending walls with the walls being disassociated from each other except for performing the functions of totally enclosing a section of the article of furniture and providing a splash or drain board to a side of the article of furniture.

Abstract: A portable wet bar having a removable top which exposes counter space beneath the top. The counter space includes a sink with a source of water and a drain, an ice bucket, and a cutting board. Beneath the counter top are a refrigerator, a water container and a waste receptacle. A single pipe goes to the faucet within the sink and the automatic ice-maker within the refrigerator.

Abstract: A closet structure slidably mounted between a first and a second position for use in conjunction with a bathtub or the like. In the first position the closet structure is disposed vertically above and covers a bathing facility such as a bathtub. When the closet structure is shifted to its second position, the structure is laterally displaced from the bathing facility thereby uncovering the bathing facility and permitting use thereof.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a combined sink enclosure and shelf assembly comprising a substantially inverted frustotrapezoidal housing preferably formed of an ornamental aluminum mesh material, said housing having a plurality of horizontally disposed substantially U-shaped shelves secured therearound, with the shelves disposed in vertically offset relationship. The rear of the housing is provided with an inwardly disposed flange which is adapted to be secured to the wall of a lavatory, such as by gluing. The upper peripheral portion of the housing is provided with clips or other securement means for securing said upper peripheral housing portion to the inner surface of the sink base in conformed engagement therewith.

Abstract: A cabinet for enclosing the faucets of a bathtub having a spring loaded latch requiring an operating force of sufficient magnitude to prevent small children from operating the cabinet and operating the faucets.

Abstract: A revolving kitchen package which includes a combination of various appliances and work areas assembled into a single unit revolvable within a wall section so as to present selected ones of the areas to particular regions on selected sides of the wall section.