Abstract: A multi-functional device comprising an image forming apparatus to form a printing image and a scanner module to scan an image. The scanner module includes an illuminator to illuminate a light to a document mount, a sensor unit to read an image information of an object placed on the document mount, and an imaging lens to focus the light reflected from the object onto the sensor unit. The illuminator includes a light source to emit light, a light guiding unit and changes a traveling path of the light emitted from the light source to illuminate the document mount, and a guide holder which comprises an installation part where the light guiding unit is installed, and a mounting part where the light source holder is mounted to provide the light source at least one side of the light guiding unit.

Abstract: A low voltage cable for providing low voltage power to an electrically-powered assembly, such as a luminaire fixture, and for attaching the luminaire fixture to the cable and to structure using a cable gripping device in such a way that the assembly can be adjusted, is disclosed. The cable comprises a conductive strand composed of a first metallic material, and a plurality of strength strands wound around the conductive strand, where the plurality of strength strands is of a second metallic material. The first metallic material is substantially more conductive than the second metallic material, and the second metallic material has substantially greater tensile strength than the first metallic material. This allows the cable to conduct a low voltage feed across the conductive strand, and allows the strength strands cable to mostly support the tension load particularly of a hanging luminaire fixture as well as resisting lateral compressive forces from a cable gripping device.

Abstract: A lighting device comprising a trim element, an electrical connector and at least one solid state light emitter, the lighting device weighing less than one kilogram. If current of about 12 watts (or in some cases about 15 watts, or in some cases not more than about 15 watts) is supplied to the electrical connector, the at least one solid state light emitter will illuminate so that the lighting device will emit white light of at least 500 lumens. Also, a lighting device that weighs less than one kilogram and can generate white light of at least 500 lumens using a current of not more than about 15 watts. Also, a lighting device for mounting in a recessed housing, comprising a unitary structure trim element that conducts heat away from at least one solid state light emitter and dissipates at least some of the heat outside of the recessed housing.

Abstract: Light fixtures, lighting methods, and devices for mounting ornaments are provided. The light fixtures and methods overcome the limitations of the prior art by permitting electrical power transmission to the light sources, such as, LEDs, through the light fixture suspension elements. The light fixtures include a first ring suspended by a plurality of first cords; and a second ring suspended by a plurality of second cords from the first ring; wherein at least one of the first ring and the second ring comprises a plurality of light sources; and wherein at least one of the plurality of first cords and at least one of the plurality of the second cords are adapted to transmit electrical power to the plurality of light sources. Methods of mounting light sources and ornament mounting arrangements are also disclosed.

Abstract: A cap lamp system features a battery pack, a cap lamp housing containing a cap lamp bulb and a power cord connected between the battery pack and the cap lamp housing. The power cord provides power to the cap lamp bulb from the battery pack. An electronic module includes a housing defining a chamber and electronic circuitry is positioned within the chamber of the housing. The electronic module is positioned in circuit with the power cord. The electronic module may receives power from the battery pack and the electronic circuitry of the electronic module may includes a battery that powers the module.

Abstract: A portable multi-purpose illumination device that wraps into a compact shape for storage and includes a holding and storage device; a positioning member that is extendable and that is connected to the holding and storage device and around which at least a portion of the positioning member is wrapped for storage; and a light source housed within the holding and storage device and powered by connection to a power source which is at least one of (a) a power supply electrically connected via the positioning member and (b) a detachable battery housed within the holding and storage means. The positioning member is manually deformable and may be attached to various structures. The holding and storage device additionally features a retainer for various lenses and mirrors. The illumination device may be used to view a target object obscured from direct view by an intervening object by positioning the mirror appropriately.

Abstract: A low voltage cable for providing low voltage power to an electrically-powered assembly, such as a luminaire fixture, and for attaching the luminaire fixture to the cable and to structure using a cable gripping device in such a way that the assembly can be adjusted. is disclosed. The cable comprises a conductive strand composed of a first metallic material, and a plurality of strength strands wound around the conductive strand, where the plurality of strength strands is of a second metallic material. The first metallic material is substantially more conductive than the second metallic material, and the second metallic material has substantially greater tensile strength than the first metallic material. This allows the cable to conduct a low voltage feed across the conductive strand, and allows the strength strands cable to mostly support the tension load particularly of a hanging luminaire fixture as well as resisting lateral compressive forces from a cable gripping device.

Abstract: A pendant light assembly having a decorative globe with an internal light chamber, formed integrally of blown glass. The chamber is formed by reheating a portion of the blown glass globe and applying a partial vacuum to draw the glass inwardly. A secondary layer of glass inside the light chamber differs from the glass of the main globe in transparency, translucency and/or color; for example, the outer globe may be clear and the inner light chamber may be translucent to diffuse the light from the light source therein. The globe is suspended by a lighting assembly on the end of an electrical cord that is mounted to the lip of the opening into the internal light chamber. The connector assembly includes a clip mounted to the lighting element, having a plurality of flexible lobes that can be depressed to pass through the opening, and a cap threadingly mounted to the lighting element that can be tightened down to clamp the edges of the clip beneath the lip of the opening.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for covering an area, which device comprises an attachment portion and a body. Said body is designed partly spherical made of a flexible material and designed as a cover with a wall essentially extending around the entire cover which has an open end portion. Said wall extends from an end point to said end portion, which end portion is configured to assume a first position with regard to a plane in said end point of said cover and a second position by folding said wall and displacing said end portion past said plane.

Abstract: The invention is a decorative light hanger which is used in mounting the lights to a structure. The hanger has a rigid corkscrew, helix or spiral which has slots between the revolutions of the spiral to allow the decorative light wires to be rotated through the slots until the wires are securely captured in the hole or opening created in the interior of the spiral.

Abstract: Apparatus to attach a shade or skirt to a hanging light fixture without the need to detach the fixture from the ceiling and/or to disassemble the body of the fixture, the apparatus having an upper retaining means, a height adjustment means and a plurality of support means having a first end connected to the shade or skirt, said shade or skirt having a covered peripheral frame defining an open interior and another end connected to the upper retaining means.

Abstract: A low profile linear high bay fluorescent luminaire with a downwardly facing and room side accessible ballast channel. The lighting fixture includes a housing assembly having a longitudinal axis with a first reflector located on a first side of the longitudinal axis. A second reflector is located on a second side of the longitudinal axis. The first and second reflectors are spaced apart with at least one ballast therebetween. At least one ballast is coupled to the housing assembly and extends downwardly from the housing assembly. A cover for the ballast is located below the ballast. The lighting fixture also includes a means for releasably coupling the cover to the housing assembly. The lighting fixture can be suspended from a ceiling or joist in a number of ways including mounting brackets, wire hangers, and ceiling assemblies, and can have an occupancy sensor attached thereto.

Abstract: A support device for supporting a light fixture includes an anchor portion for anchoring the light fixture to a ceiling location, a wing arrangement coupled to the anchor portion, the wing arrangement including a central base portion and a pair of wing portions extending outwardly therefrom, each wing portion including a body having a distal edge region and a proximal flange portion joined to the central base portion, a first passage in each body and a second passage in each proximal flange, the first and second passages to form a path to receive one or more cable members to be suspended therefrom to support a light fixture thereon.

Abstract: The modular track luminaire system of the present invention is a modular lighting system which has a lighting unit which is electronically connected to a remote ballast housing by a removable and reattachable insulated cord and plug system, the luminaire unit electrically connected to the ballast housing through the flexible cord and plug system thereby allowing the entire system to be modularized.

Abstract: A pull down light fixture having a cover connected to a bottom portion of the light fixture. A power source is connected to the light fixture via a power cord. A power cord base engages a ceiling for housing the power cord. A predetermined plurality of retraction cords are connected to the cover for at least one of raising and lowering the cover. A retraction cord mechanism is connected to each retraction cord for enabling such retraction cords to at least one of extend and retract. A predetermined plurality of retraction cord bases engage the ceiling for housing each retraction cord and retraction cord mechanism. A pull down attachment is connected to the light fixture for enabling the light fixture to be pulled down.

Abstract: A suspended cable lighting system that is pre assembled and uses reels to house and tension the cable. This allows a user to quickly and easily assemble a lighting system for positioning of decorative or utility lighting fixtures without technical knowledge or tools. The system provides conductors which provide both power and support to a plurality of lighting fixtures, which may be suspended between opposing or adjacent walls, thereby creating various angles at which the lighting fixtures may be directed. The reel ratcheting assembly allows quick and simple tensioning of the conductors, and allows a user to relax the tension to gain access to the lighting fixtures for removal or repositioning without the use of tools.

Abstract: A retrofit pendant light fixture that is adapted to be hung from a ceiling and readily installed in a socket normally carried within a recessed housing in the ceiling. A lamp is carried on a lower end of an electrical cord extending from an adapter housing.

Abstract: A pull down light fixture having a cover connected to a bottom portion of the light fixture. A power source is connected to the light fixture via a power cord. A power cord base engages a ceiling for housing the power cord. A predetermined plurality of retraction cords are connected to the cover for at least one of raising and lowering the cover. A retraction cord mechanism is connected to each retraction cord for enabling such retraction cords to at least one of extend and retract. A predetermined plurality of retraction cord bases engage the ceiling for housing each retraction cord and retraction cord mechanism. A pull down attachment is connected to the light fixture for enabling the light fixture to be pulled down.

Abstract: A vertical adjuster for a suspending lamp comprises a cylinder at an upper end of the lamp; an inner upper side of the cylinder having a threaded section; a lead wire having one end connected to the lamp and being positioned at a bottom of the cylinder; another end of the lead wire being fixed to a retainer; an adjuster formed by a seat and a slidable annular block; a center of the seat having a hole; the seat being locked to an upper end of the cylinder; the slidable annular block having an axial hole; a lateral side of the slidable annular block having a radial screw hole communicated to the axial hole; a screw unit being located in the screw hole; a cross section of the slidable annular block being slightly larger than that of the hole and the slidable annular block being located below the seat.

Abstract: A replaceable lighting head assembly comprised of a high output LED (Light Emitting Diode) socket torch package, vertically aligned thermal heat sink, and electrical connector coupled with a secondary housing unit that conducts heat received from the heat sink to the external environment and acts as a conduit for the external electrical source. This second component also serves as a building block for further fixture design. In this manner, state-of-the-art LED's can be used to provide light within a small, durable package which in turn, provides lighting designers with the opportunity to explore new fixture designs and to improve the quality, energy-efficiency, safety and longevity of existing products.

Abstract: An expanding structure of a lamp comprises a seat; a plurality of supporting frames rotatably installed to a periphery of the seat; one end of each supporting frame being connected to the seat and other end of the supporting frame being connected to a respective lamp body; a stand tube extending from an upper end of the seat; a lead passing through an interior of the stand tube; a plurality of adjusting wires extending from a periphery of the stand tube; one end of each adjusting wire being connected to the supporting frame near the lamp body. A ring encloses the stand tube; the ring includes a connecting portion and a clamping portion; the connecting portion encloses around the stand tube. A motor is installed to the retainer. At least one pull wire is installed between the motor and the ring.

Abstract: A functional element is coupled to a retaining element such that the functional element can be releasably coupled to a pole, and more preferably a pole of a furniture item. Even more preferably, the functional element is a shelf, an audio, and/or a display device, and the retaining element comprises a pair of brackets to which the functional element is coupled. Most preferably, the furniture item is a floor lamp having a tubular lamp stand to which the retaining element is coupled.

Abstract: A lighting fixture that includes an elongated housing supporting at least one lamp and including a wall and an opening opposite the wall. The wall includes a first tongue formed therein. A first suspension cable is coupled with the housing. The suspension cable includes opposite first and second ends. The first end of the suspension cable has a loop engaging the first tongue of the wall of the housing and the second end of the suspension cable is adapted to engage a support to suspend the housing from the support.

Abstract: An auto lift ceiling lighting system in which the width of left and right rotary drums is formed as wide as the width of the flat cable and the flat cable is wound stably and vertically on the outer surface of the winding core in the left and right rotary drums so as not to become twisted. In the auto lift ceiling lighting system, the lamp can be turned on and off at any position and the flat cable supplying the electric power to the lamp does not become twisted and the balance of the lamp is maintained while the lamp ascends and descends.

Abstract: A light-up accessory which includes a plurality of elementary building units and a chaining arrangement, wherein each of the elementary building units includes a supporting case; a lighting system, which is disposed in the supporting case, and includes an illuminating unit; an operating system which includes an operating member electrically connected with the lighting system and operatively connected with an electrical power supply in such a manner that when the operating member is switched on, the illuminating unit is supplied with electrical power to illuminate. The chaining arrangement which contains a plurality of chaining passageways longitudinally formed on the supporting cases of the elementary building units respectively, and includes a connecting chain adapted to connect the elementary building units by passing through the chaining passageway of each of the elementary building units.

Abstract: A height adjusting device for a lamp includes a main body(100) having a motor(120), a casing(160) mounted below the main body(100), an upper terminal unit(200) having upper contact terminals(240) spaced apart from the main body(100) in the casing(160), a moving body(400) moving vertically by a cable(140) connected to the main body(100) and having lower contact terminals(420) corresponding to the terminals(240), and a stopper(300) mounted to the casing(160) to elastically maintain its horizontal state. The moving body(400) has a protrusion(430) at its side to partially contact with the stopper(300) so that the moving body(400) is hooked at a certain height by the stopper(300) when the protrusion(430) ascends over the stopper(300) and then descends, while the moving body(400) may move downward when the side ascends over the stopper(300).

Abstract: A light servicing system for suspended lighting that may be lowered from operating height to a testing and servicing height while remaining connected to the fixture electrical service includes a mate and lock connector providing plug in connection to the fixture electrical service thereby avoiding the need to disconnect the wiring. The fixture chain is provided with a releasable link to permit removal of the fixture without special tools. A tethering assembly having an adjustable fixed length includes upper and lower hooks for engaging the chain and fixture across the releasable link. Upon release of the link, the tethering assembly allows manual lowering of the fixture to a suspended testing height to avoid damage to fixture components. Prior to lowering, an extended umbilical power cord is spliced at the mate and lock connector to provide circuit power to the lighting unit for validating the operations of the fixture prior to remounting.

Abstract: The invention is a modular ambient lighting system for providing lighting to the interior of the building. The system features three separate modules: (1) a support module, (2) a power module, and (3) a light fixture body module. The support module provides an electrical connection to the building and structural connection to the ceiling of the building. An interchangeable power module fits into a recess or “foot print” in the support module. The power module includes the electrical components of the lighting system (e.g. ballast, transformer, emergency batteries, etc). An interchangeable light fixture body module houses the lamp that can be configured to deliver direct, indirect, or direct/indirect illumination. The interchangeable features of the modules offers superior flexibility because of the ease to reconfigure the electrical operation of the light system, the type illumination delivered, or the aesthetics of the light system.

Abstract: In one embodiment, an illumination apparatus structured for use in association with a utility structure is provided. The illumination apparatus includes a main housing having a light source operatively associated with the main housing; and, at least one pedestal assembly detachably connected to the main housing, at least one of the pedestal assemblies having at least one set of jaws structured for receiving a portion of a cable therein.

Abstract: A pendant suspension system provides a continuously adjustable cable suspension system for luminaires. The cable suspension system has twin suspension assemblies, each comprising a cable held at both ends by a track adapter so as to form a downwardly depending loop. A luminaire is affixed on each end to the suspension system at the loop. The vertical height of the luminaire can be adjusted by pulling one end of the cable through the track adapter. Further, the luminaire can be connected to the loop through a rotation housing that permits rotational adjustment of the luminaire. Thus, the combination suspension system and rotation housing permits continuous vertical and rotational adjustment of an attached luminaire.

Abstract: Provided is an auto lift ceiling lighting system in which the width of the left and right rotary drums is formed as wide as the width of the flat cable and the flat cable is winded stably and vertically on the outer surface of the winding core in the left and right rotary drums when winded by the motor, thereby not to be twisted. In the auto lift ceiling lighting system, the lamp can be turned on and off at any position and the flat cable supplying the electric power to the lamp is not twisted and the balance of the lamp is kept while the lamp ascends and descends.

Abstract: An overhead lighting fixture is hung from an overhead structure (11) using a combination including a hanger (12) secured to the overhead structure, a chain (31) having a plurality of links with the top link (32) connected to the hanger, and a lighting device (17) connected to at least one of the links, usually the bottom link (33) of the chain. An electrical supply cord is made inconspicuous or hidden. This is done as it extends down from the hanger (12) through the center of the chain (31) throughout the length of the chain and entirely within an unobstructed space within the chain to supply the lighting device (17) connected to the bottom link of the chain. Another approach is a sleeve (57) encompassing the chain (51, 52, 53, 54) and cord (56) combination. The chain is such that, when hanging from the hanger, it is flexible in primarily two vertical planes perpendicular to each other but at least moderately flexible in all vertical planes.

Abstract: A light-up accessory which includes a plurality of elementary building units and a chaining arrangement, wherein each of the elementary building units includes a supporting case; a lighting system, which is disposed in the supporting case, and includes an illuminating unit; an operating system which includes an operating member electrically connected with the lighting system and operatively connected with an electrical power supply in such a manner that when the operating member is switched on, the illuminating unit is supplied with electrical power to illuminate. The chaining arrangement which contains a plurality of chaining passageways longitudinally formed on the supporting cases of the elementary building units respectively, and includes a connecting chain adapted to connect the elementary building units by passing through the chaining passageway of each of the elementary building units.

Abstract: A lighting fixture (100) for outdoor use having electric wiring (154) enclosed in a rear support arm (140). The lighting fixture includes an upper support arm (112) and a plurality of downwardly disposed supporting rods (118) connected to the lamp housing (116) and the upper support arm.

Abstract: A heat lamp apparatus having a shade adapted to be hung from a place above the shade has an opening disposed therein and through a top portion of the shade. The shade opening has at least one projection extending into the opening in the shade. A heat lamp socket is provided for receiving a heat lamp at one end thereof. The socket has an electrical cord connected to it. An adjusting member has a passageway therein and the electrical cord is disposed in at least a portion of the passageway. The adjusting members has at least one elongated slot extending along one side thereof for selectively receiving the projection of the shade in longitudinally different positions of the slot.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a do-it-yourself (DIY) pendant lamp structure, comprising a fixed base and a connecting base, wherein the fixed base is hollow in its middle section, and comprises a cut opening on the side of a screw thread section at its top end; a female connector on the inner side of its bottom for supporting the electric wire; a restricting bracket coupled on both sides of the hollow section of the fixed base; a snap section protruding downward from the center of the restricting bracket such that the snap section slightly protrudes into the inner side of the hollow section of the fixed base for latching the snap section after the connecting section has passed through; a corresponsive male connector is disposed at the bottom of the connecting base; a latching bracket is protruded outward from the periphery corresponsive to the snap section of the fixed base and an aslant corner is inclined inward and downward from the bottom section of the latching bracket to align the latching bracket of

Abstract: A light fixture (10) is disclosed which includes junction box (11), an annular mounting plate, a canopy (21), a collar loop (23), a collar nut (25) and a light assembly (34) which includes a length of electric cord (41). The canopy (21) includes an outer shell (29) and central winding spool (30) which is mounted concentrically within the canopy outer shell (29) and concentrically about a mounting opening (22) within the canopy (21). The central winding spool (30) has a generally cylindrical central portion (31) and an annular flange portion (32) extending from the top of the central portion (31). The slack portion of the electric cord (41) may be wound about the winding spool (30) in order to stow it in a safe and efficient manner.

Abstract: A linear suspension projector lamp assembly, comprising an upper rack providing a space for electrical connection and winding; a lower rack having an electrical box for assembly of lighting fixtures and lighting accessories, on two sides of an arm rod being provided for a cord end of the cord to fasten and tie on, a counterweight unit, installed between the racks, for insertion and assembly by two cord ends for respective tying purposes, and provides a work space for assembling of a locator, the locator can be operated single-handedly to fasten or loosen the cord, to adjust a lighting height position and obtain better positioning and stabilizing effects, to carry a larger or a heavier lighting fixture, meanwhile, by assembling various types of racks and counterweight unit, in combination or in replacement of all types of lighting fixtures and lighting accessories, to compose various types of linear suspension projector lamp assembly for consumer's optional purchase.

Abstract: A light fixture (10) is disclosed which includes junction box (11), an annular mounting plate, a canopy (21), a collar loop (23), a collar nut (25) and a light assembly (34) which includes a length of electric cord (41). The canopy (21) includes an outer shell (29) and central winding spool (30) which is mounted concentrically within the canopy outer shell (29) and concentrically about a mounting opening (22) within the canopy (21). The central winding spool (30) has a generally cylindrical central portion (31) and an annular flange portion (32) extending from the top of the central portion (31). The slack portion of the electric cord (41) may be wound about the winding spool (30) in order to stow it in a safe and efficient manner.

Abstract: A pendant suspension system provides a continuously adjustable cable suspension system for luminaires. The cable suspension system has twin suspension assemblies, each comprising a cable held at both ends by a track adapter so as to form a downwardly depending loop. A luminaire is affixed on each end to the suspension system at the loop. The vertical height of the luminaire can be adjusted by pulling one end of the cable through the track adapter. Further, the luminaire can be connected to the loop through a rotation housing that permits rotational adjustment of the luminaire. Thus, the combination suspension system and rotation housing permits continuous vertical and rotational adjustment of an attached luminaire.

Abstract: An overhead lighting fixture is hung from an overhead structure (11) using a combination including a hanger (12) secured to the overhead structure, a chain (31) having a plurality of links with the top link (32) connected to the hanger, and a lighting device (17) connected to at least one of the links, usually the bottom link (33) of the chain. An electrical supply cord is made inconspicuous or hidden. This is done as it extends down from the hanger (12) through the center of the chain (31) throughout the length of the chain and entirely within an unobstructed space within the chain to supply the lighting device (17) connected to the bottom link of the chain. Another approach is a sleeve (57) encompassing the chain (51, 52, 53, 54) and cord (56) combination. The chain is such that, when hanging from the hanger, it is flexible in primarily two vertical planes perpendicular to each other but at least moderately flexible in all vertical planes.

Abstract: A furniture ornament comprised of a plurality of parallel and spaced-apart double-layered planar sheets of transparent material, e.g. rigid plastic. The sheets contain designs usually having repeating patterns thereon wherein all of the designs on the sheets are visually superimposed on one another to create a composite design when looking perpendicularly at the sheets, and wherein a view from the side at an angle shows fewer of the sheets superimposed on one another, providing an unusual three-dimensional visual effect. In an embodiment for a ceiling lamp, the viewer looks up toward the light placed between the uppermost sheet and the ceiling and sees the superimposed designs as one design. Chains hanging from the ceiling maintain the sheets in spaced-apart relation to one another with attachment means Other embodiments include a design for a table and for the front of a door that may not have an independent source of light.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a modular cluster lighting fixture having a plurality of lamp supports for mounting lamps connected to each other by a plurality spacers. The lighting fixture can be suspended by a plurality of tubular hangers connected to the lamp supports and in which pairs of electrical conductors are disposed for supplying energy to the lamps. Preferably, each lamp support includes a two-piece clamp body and two tubular support arms. The clamp bodies mount the support arms at one or more sides and are clamped around ends of the spacers. The clamp bodies have an opening at a top side for receiving an end of a hanger, preferably at a pivotal connection.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus and method for providing support for a suspended ceiling system and movable lighting for a room. The apparatus essentially comprises a ceiling truss having a main beam and at least one standoff connected to and projecting laterally from the main beam. A truss cable is anchored at the ends of the beam and extends over the standoff to form a cable truss configuration for providing support to the beam. The truss cable can be electrified, wherein a lighting fixture may be attached to adjacent cables for illuminating a room below.

Abstract: A cord manager for a suspended electric lighting fixture holds the fixture's power cord in close parallel relation to the fixture's suspension cable at electrical feed locations. The cord manager, which is suitably fabricated of extruded plastic, has an elongated first body portion with a lengthwise cable retention channel and an elongated second body portion having a power cord retention channel. In one embodiment of the invention, the retention channel for the suspension cable opens onto the power cord retention channel. In another embodiment, the suspension cable and power cord retention channels open outwardly away from each other. The cord manager provides the clean, finished look to the lighting installation at power feed locations.

Abstract: A force multiplying device is provided for use in conjunction with a balancing system for moving a load from an elevated position and to a predetermined lower position. The balancing system includes an extendable cable with a free end adapted to be secured to and exert an upward force on the load. The device includes a base which is secured to the load and a first lever pivotally secured at an intermediate point to the base about a generally horizontal axis. A fixed length flexible member has one end secured to a first end of the lever and a second end fixedly secured to a support position above the load. The length of the flexible member is such that the flexible member is in a fully extended position when the load is in the predetermined lower position. An elongated rocker arm has a first end in abutment with the base while the cable from the balancing system is secured to a second end of the rocker arm.

Abstract: A system for hanging a lamp at any of a plurality of locations includes an electrical box positioned at a fixed location in a ceiling. A mounting plate has an exterior periphery with a circular central aperture there through and with holes adapted to the periphery and screws extending there through. A slip plate has a large exterior diameter greater than the diameter of the mounting plate. The slip plate is formed with a slot along the majority of one diametric extent. A small washer located between the slip plate and the mounting plate has a central aperture there through essentially equal to the diameter of the central aperture of the mounting plate and the width of the slot. A flanged cylinder has a cylindrical central extent, a central bore, a flanged interior upper end located above and in contact with the mounting plate, and a flanged exterior end in contact with the slip plate.

Abstract: The present invention shows an improved brooder for use in providing heating in brooder operations by infrared radiation, such as in swine and poultry breeding. The brooder has an integral electrical plug, cord and bulb socket, holding an infrared bulb. A frame member has two interlocking semi-circular components surrounding the cord proximate the socket, with the frame member extending radially outward from the socket a distance approximately equal to the width of the infrared bulb. A protective shade is attached to the outer rim of the frame member, and extends downward at least approximately the length of the infrared bulb.

Abstract: An improved brooder lamp fixture for use in providing heating in brooder operations by infrared radiation, such as in swine and poultry breeding. The brooder lamp fixture has an integral electrical plug, cord and bulb socket, which holds an infrared bulb. A frame member has two interlocking semi-circular components surrounding the electrical cord proximate to the socket. The frame member extends radially outward from said cord a distance approximately equal to the width of the infrared bulb, and has a circular outer rim. A protective shade/enclosure is attached to the outer rim of the frame member and extends downward at least about nine inches to about fifteen inches from the frame member.

Abstract: An improved A brooder lamp fixture for use in providing heating in brooder operations by infrared radiation, such as in swine and poultry breeding . The brooder lamp fixture has an integral electrical plug, cord and bulb socket, which holds an infrared bulb. A frame member has two interlocking semi-circular components surrounding the electrical cord proximate to the socket. The frame member extends radially outward from said cord a distance approximately equal to the width of the infrared bulb, and has a circular outer rim.