Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, and systems for dispensing a bag which are configured to receive and retain one or more objects. Some bag dispenser embodiments can comprise a pair of guiderails angled toward each other so that a bag positioned between the two guiderails can slide along guiderails to press open the mouth of bag. Other dispensers can comprise a pair of guiderails that are parallel. Other embodiments of the present disclosure comprise bags that are configured for use with the dispenser. Still other embodiments are described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an infant feeding warming system useful to repeatedly and precisely warm breastmilk or formula for use in the NICU. The system in one form comprises a bedside unit that is attachable to an IV pole. The system may also comprise a centralized warming station with multiple chambers, wherein one chamber heats a bottle or syringe, and the remaining chambers are used for storage and/or refrigeration. The system will use a non-liquid heating system to heat feedings. A disposable liner may be used inside the chamber. The system may also contain heating algorithms that are based on a user inputting milk parameters such as volume and initial temperature.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for holding bags in a dishwasher rack for cleaning by a dishwasher. The apparatus comprises a flexible base with optional vertical supports for holding the opening of a reusable bag open, configured for biased engagement of prongs in the dishwasher rack. This invention holds the bag open, in place and upright while in the dishwasher to prevent collapse and to facilitate cleaning and re-use.

Abstract: An enclosure liner is provided which includes a bag, which bag has a top panel, two side panels, a back panel, and a bottom panel. The front panel forms an access to enable items to be placed within, and withdrawn from, the interior of the liner, and a closure, such as a zipper, is attached to the periphery of the access to enable the liner to be sealed shut. Pockets to accommodate the hooks often found in conventional lockers are strategically placed and are sized to allow clothes and other items to be hung from the pocket-covered hooks. A plurality of magnets suspend the liner within the enclosure and a pad forms a floor suitable for storing shoes and other like articles.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a pouch, a flap, a stiffener, a magnet attracting material, and a magnetic member. A first panel is coupled to a second panel along a periphery of the first panel and the second panel with a portion of the panels uncoupled forming an opening. The flap is positionable in an engagement position wherein the flap is positioned parallel to the second panel with the second panel disposed between the flap and the first panel. The stiffener extends across a width of the pouch at a top edge. The magnet attracting material is coupled to one of the second panel and the flap with the magnetic member coupled to the other of the second panel and the flap. The magnetic member has a magnetic field sufficient to attract the magnet attracting material when one or more pieces of material are positioned between the second panel and the flap.

Abstract: An apparatus including a bag is disclosed. The bag includes a first panel, a second panel, a first fastener located on the first panel, and a second fastener located on the second panel. The bag is able to move between an open position and a closed position. In the closed position, the first fastener is releasably secured to the second fastener. In the open position, the first fastener is not in contact with the second fastener. Some embodiments also include a bag stand and a catch.

Abstract: A container which includes a container shell defining an interior therein and having an opening for accessing the interior. A first grommet and a second grommet each are located on the container shell and each include a perimeter that defines an aperture through the grommet. The second grommet including a magnetic or a ferromagnetic material. A first magnet is within the first grommet. The first grommet and the second grommet are positioned on the container shell to assist in closing the opening by magnetic attraction between the first magnet and the magnetic or ferromagnetic material, when the opening is closed the grommets are held in a position wherein the apertures are in general alignment.

Abstract: A bag has a panel made of film and having an inner face and an outer face and formed with at least two throughgoing and spaced attachment holes. A carry handle has a pair of spaced ends each having an adhesive-coated face engaging the outer face over a respective one of the holes. Respective inner patches each have an adhesive-coated face engaging the inner face over a respective one of the holes and engaged through the respective hole with the end face.

Abstract: An apparatus maintaining a position of an item is disclosed which includes a pouch, a flap, a magnet attracting material, and a magnetic member. The pouch includes a first panel coupled to a second panel along a periphery of the first panel and the second panel with a portion of the panels uncoupled to form an opening. The flap is positionable in an engagement position wherein the flap is positioned parallel to the second panel with the second panel disposed between the flap and the first panel. The magnet attracting material is coupled to one of the second panel and the flap with the magnetic member coupled to the other of the second panel and the flap. The magnetic member has a magnetic field sufficient to attract the magnet attracting material when one or more pieces of material are positioned between the second panel and the flap.

Abstract: A liner for a waste receptacle comprises a first wall, a second wall, at least one draw tape hem, at least one draw tape and at least one adhesive strip. The second wall is an extension of the first wall and is laid adjacent the first wall. The draw tape hem is an extension of at least a portion of the free ends of the walls and has the draw tape laid adjacent the terminal end of those free ends. The terminal end of the free ends are folded over the draw tape and joined to the inside surface of the walls. The first wall and the second wall may be joined together along the terminal side edges or may be seamless. The adhesive strip is applied to an exterior surface of the draw tape hem and is provided with a removable protective cover.

Abstract: The invention relates to a side-folded bag (1) for use in a packaging machine made of a foil material and having a bag wall (2), a bag seam (3), at least one and preferably two side folds (6a, 6b) and a fill opening (4). The side-folded bag (1) according to the invention is characterized in that a hanger (9) made of a foil material and attached to the bag wall (2) in an adhesive fashion is provided with at least one fixing or blocking point (5a, 5b). The invention further relates to a stack comprising such bags and the use of said stack in a packaging machine and a production method for the bag.

Abstract: The present invention is a collapsible liner for use in a bulk container. The liner comprises a first flexible panel, a second flexible panel, a first seal, a second seal, and a tab. The first flexible panel includes a first longitudinal edge. The second flexible panel includes a second longitudinal edge. The first seal joins the first and second panels near the first and second longitudinal edges and runs generally parallel to the first and second edges. The second seal joins the first and second panels and is generally oblique to the first seal. At least one of the panels extends across at least one of the seals to form the tab, which includes an attachment feature. The attachment feature may be a piece of tape affixed to the tab. The attachment feature may be a strip of fabric or other reinforcement material melted into the tab, sealed within the tab or affixed to the tab via an adhesive. The attachment feature may be a hole with sealed or unsealed edges.

Abstract: A sealable article container which comprises a flat material having a peripheral edge portion around an outer edge of the material, and binding means, the binding means being located in the peripheral edge portion. The flat material is made of a plastic film, paper sheet, cloth, netting, or mesh. The binding means is selected from the group consisting of: double-backed tape, tongue and groove strips, hook and loop sealing strips, adhesives, or the like. In operation the flat material is placed upon a surface with the binding means facing up, and an article or multiple articles being placed upon the flat material and within the binding means, and thereafter the flat material being folded upon itself so that binding means seals with binding means to form a container for the article or multiple articles.

Abstract: A disposal bag (1) having a rear panel (9) having a front face (22) and a rear face (23), a bottom edge (13) and at least two side edges (14) and a front panel (6) connected to the rear panel (9) along the edges (13 and 14) to form a pocket (15). A flap (7) extends from the rear panel (9) and has located thereon an adhesive (21) to permit a user to removably secure the disposal bag (1) to a surface (3), such as the surface of a diaper changing table (2). Designs (5) and/or indicia (20) may be located on the front and/or rear panels (6 and/or 9) of the disposal bag (1). To use, a person first secures the adhesive (21) to a surface (3). Then, the user places trash (24), which may be soiled diapers (16) and/or other refuse (10), into the pocket (15). The user then detaches the adhesive (21) from the surface (3) and seals the adhesive (21) to the front panel (9) to enclose the trash (24) within the disposal bag (1).

Abstract: The present invention is a system for shipping and discharging contents. The system comprises a liner including a front portion, a rear portion, and first and second side portions, wherein the front, rear, and first and second side portions are sealed together to form a top panel, a bottom panel, a front panel, a rear panel, and two gusseted side panels. At least one opening is provided on one of the front portion, the rear portion, the first side portion, or the second side portion for receiving a fitting. A bladder including at least a front panel and a rear panel and an opening provided in at least one of the panels, wherein the opening is adapted to receive gas, and wherein the bladder is sealed to the top panel of the liner and the bottom panel of the liner.

Abstract: A vehicle reusable bag, the bag having a sack which is plastic lined. The first sack has hook and loop sack attachment means attached to the back side of the sack. The hook and loop sack attachment means attach to a hook and loop receiving means that attach to the inner side of a vehicle cab. The bag further has the first pocket attached to the front side of the sack. The first pocket attaches to the sack so that the top of the first pocket material runs adjacent to the open top side of the sack, and the three sides of the first pocket material not running along the open top side of the sack are fixedly attached to the sack. The vehicle reusable bag is used to store materials that otherwise would be loose within a vehicle, e.g., trash, receipts, food, or vomit.

Abstract: A safety tool includes magnets and an outer non-conductive sheath encompassing an inner bag. A purpose of the tool is to provide safety for the operator while drilling or cutting into electrical/electronic enclosures, such as switchgear. The tool is constructed so that an operator can perform a task while preventing any conductive debris caused by this task to come in contact with any electrical or electronic parts. The top portion of the tool magnetically attaches to the inside of the switchgear structure. The bottom portion of the tool, which is coupled to the top portion by the non-conductive sheath, collects and magnetically contains the debris, such as shavings from drilling into the structure. Specifically, the debris is collected in the inner bag, which can easily be removed from the tool for disposal of the debris.

Abstract: A sanitary container apparatus comprises a base container; a container cap providing at least one door for insertion of sanitary products; and a container insert bag. The insert bag provides a peripheral adhesive layer on a top exterior surface and on a top interior surface thereof, whereby the insert bag may be adhered to an inside surface of the base container for maintaining the insert bag in an open attitude, and for sealing the insert bag upon removal of the insert bag from the container with the insert bag in a closed attitude.

Abstract: A kit for a parts washer includes a flexible bag adapted to fit inside the parts washer, and a fastener to hold an open end of the flexible bag.

Abstract: A biohazard-isolating bag is positioned in the interior space of a public mailbox. The biohazard-isolating bag receives mail that is deposited in the mailbox. A postal worker, upon retrieving mail from the mailbox, closes the biohazard-isolating bag. Contaminants that may be carried by letters or mailpieces are thereby contained within the bag and isolated from the environment exterior of the bag. The contents of the biohazard-isolating bag may be safely transported for further decontamination or processing.

Abstract: The present invention is a liner which may readily be utilized in a toilet receptacle such as a child's potty or a bedpan. The liner comprises a flexible sheet fabricated from biodegradable material. The sheet is liquid impermeable and capable of retaining human excrement. The central portion of the flexible sheet is adapted to assume a bag-like configuration so as to conform with the inner receptacle surfaces of a standard potty chair or bedpan. Unique attachment tabs are disposed on the perimeter of the sheet so that the liner may be adhesively secured in an efficient manner to the surfaces of the potty seat or bedpan. The design and arrangement of the attachment tabs are such that the tabs may be utilized to adhesively seal the liner after use whereby the sealed bag may be disposed of in a proper manner.

Abstract: An apparatus for collecting cuttings, filings, and other particles by attaching a portable receptacle along an interior wall of a metal cabinet or container utilizing an array of magnets for temporary attachment to catch and retain the particles in a flexible receptacle or on a magnetic liner or a low density fabric.

Abstract: An expandable plastic bag which is attached to a side of a tissue box for receiving used tissues. The bag has an elasticized opening for keeping the bag closed between uses. An optional reclosable opening along the bottom end of the bag allows the user to periodically empty the bag and dispose of the used tissues contained therein.

Abstract: A film bag is disclosed for containing articles, such as candies, food and other items. The film bag is made from a laminate that includes an inner layer and an outer layer with printed indicia formed on it. The outer layer includes a fixed portion which is attached to the inner layer with a permanent adhesive. The outer layer also includes a removable sticker portion which is substantially coplanar with the fixed portion. The removable sticker portion is attached to the inner layer with a pressure sensitive adhesive. Preferably, at least part of the pressure sensitive adhesive on the removable portion is separated from the permanent adhesive on the fixed portion by a gap.

Abstract: A thermoplastic film tank liner which when containing a liquid has a generally cylindrical configuration. A first flap and a second flap extend from lower portions of a first side wall and have, respectively, a first angular edge and second angular edge. A third flap and a fourth flap extend from lower portions of an opposite side wall and have, respectively, a third angular edge and a fourth angular edge. A first intermediate flap and a second intermediate flap extend, respectively, from the lower portions of the first side wall and the opposite side wall and are positioned, respectively, between the first flap and second flap and the third flap and fourth flap. Each intermediate flap has a transverse portion joined together and, respectively, a first left angular edge and a first right angular edge and an opposite left angular edge and an opposite right angular edge.

Abstract: A storage arrangement includes a generally planar back panel. A plurality of storage compartments are connected to a front surface of the back panel. A securing mechanism attaches the back panel to the planar surface of the pedestal. The back panel is generally horizontally oriented, with a width substantially greater than its height. The storage arrangement can be provided in the context of a recreational vehicle having a cushioned support component elevated on a pedestal having at least one exposed, vertically oriented, planar surface. In such an environment, the back panel will have a height less than the height of the planar surface of the pedestal. The back panel and storage compartments can be made from a flexible material, preferably a textile material such as canvas. The securing mechanism can be provided as a plurality of apertures passing through the back panel. A plurality of fasteners, for example, screw fasteners, are secured through the apertures and into mounting surface.

Abstract: A surgical instrument storage pack is provided to accommodate standard or videoscopic surgical instruments. The instrument pack is removably mounted adjacent a surgeon's or surgical assistant's abdominal or chest area and incorporates pockets that are adapted to securely and removably receive surgical instruments of different shapes and sizes. The pack may be mounted by a belt with straps or other mounting mechanism to encircle or embrace the surgeon's abdomen or chest. Alternatively the pack may be mounted by other affixing elements such as adhesive strips that directly affix the pack to the abdominal or chest region of a surgical garment. In this manner, the pack is secured at a frontal abdominal or chest position of the surgeon to provide ready access to instruments placed within the pouch and to secure the pack and instruments reliably within a sterile operating field.

Abstract: A flexible bag comprising at least one sheet of flexible sheet material assembled to form a semi-enclosed container having an interior surface, an exterior surface, an opening having a peripheral edge, and a support-engagement feature located on the exterior surface at least partially surrounding the peripheral edge. The support-engagement feature comprises a strip of material having a first side facing outwardly from the exterior surface and a second side facing inwardly toward the interior surface. The first side exhibits an adhesion peel force after activation by a user which is greater than an adhesion peel force exhibited prior to activation by a user. The support-engagement feature preferably at least partially, and more preferably fully, circumferentially surrounds the peripheral edge.

Abstract: Disclosed is a storage pouch article that is used to store eyeglasses in a secure and protective manner. The storage pouch is generally rectangular in shape with a pouch sewn into its mid-section, designed to accept a pair of eyeglasses, and has weighted sections at each end. The weighted sections serve to anchor the pouch on a support surface in order to reduce the chances for knocking them down or sliding therefrom under their own weight.

Abstract: A disposable tray for use with an infant car seat is formed from a sack containing foodstuff, such as might be provided by a fast food restaurant. The sack includes a base portion and a bottom that forms the tray. The tray can be supported on the cross bar of the car seat and is deep enough to contain food to be consumed by the infant. The sack includes opposite side panels and intermediate opposite end panels that are joined across a line of perforations. The end panels can be separated from the side panels along the perforations, and further removed from the sack at a line of perforations between the end panels and the base portion. The side panels are long enough to be wrapped around the cross bar when the base portion or tray is supported on the top surface of the bar. In one embodiment, the upper portion of the side panels overlap underneath the cross bar.

Abstract: A cargo constraining device for a piece of luggage is provided including at least one bladder having a periphery which encompasses an area approximately equal to one of a pair of faces of the piece of luggage. A valve is mounted on the bladder for selectively inflating the same.

Abstract: A leash pouch for containing disposable bags and animal waste when walking animals. The leash pouch attaches to a leash using a mounting device to free the pet owner's hands. A disposable bag compartment is on the first side of the pouch and a waste compartment is located on the second side of pouch. The pet owner picks up the waste with a disposable bag and places it in the waste compartment for later disposal. The leash pouch is convenient, lightweight, washable and durable.

Abstract: A neoprene water bottle holder formed by sewing a first edge of a sheet of neoprene material to a second edge of the sheet of material to form a generally cylindrical shaped water bottle holder with a Velcro.TM. attachment mechanism to enable the water bottle holder to be conveniently and easily selectively attached to and removed from a piece of exercise equipment or other structure.

Abstract: A dust collection system is provided including a generally vertical recipient surface. A bag is provided with a coupling mechanism mounted thereto for releasably coupling with the recipient surface thereby catching dust from a hole being drilled thereabove.

Abstract: A bag, such as a refuse bag for trash and yard waste, has at least one adhesive patch proximate the mouth of the bag so that while the bottom of the bag is resting on the ground, the top of the bag is temporarily adhered to a surface such as a wall or a tree so that the mouth the bag droops open. The adhesive patch is preferably covered with a cover strip which is stripped from the adhesive patch to expose the adhesive patch when one is ready to use the bag. The strip may be used as a tie to loop around and hold closed the top of the bag. Preferably, the bag has two, spaced adhesive patches, so that the bag can be mounted in a container, such as a trash container, with the mouth folded over and adhered to the outside of the container and so that the bag may be detached from one location and adhered at another location.

Abstract: A magnetic pocket card, including: a planar blank having a first planar surface and a second planar surface, the planar blank having a fold line thereacross, the fold line dividing the planar blank into a pocket back portion and a pocket front portion, the planar blank being folded along the fold line, the pocket front portion being secured to the pocket back portion at at least one preselected location on the first planar surface thereby forming a pocket between the pocket back portion and the pocket front portion; and, a thin, flexible, magnetic sheet material having magnetic materials therein, the magnetic sheet material being capable of magnetically holding the magnetic pocket card to a magnetic substance, the magnetic sheet material being secured to the second planar surface on the pocket back portion. The pocket can receive a menu, coupons, phone listing, or the like.

Abstract: A sundries caddy to hold sundries for use with a with a fastening arrangement in being suspended from a bed. A suspendable container portion of the caddy is held by a clampable portion over the edge of a mattress support by a mismatched hooks and loops patches fastener adhered to the mattress support supplemented by the pressure of the mattress thereon and on much of the remainder of the clampable portion.

Abstract: A disposable article receiving device for use for disposing of chewed gum and other small articles and method of constructing said device, the article receiving device comprising an envelope body having a front panel, two side panels, a bottom panel, and a rear panel, a cover flap being attached to the rear panel, means for removably attaching the cover flap to the front panel of the envelope body for closing the article receiving device, and means for removably attaching the article receiving device to a suitable surface, the article receiving device being movable from an unexpanded storage position to an expanded used position.

Abstract: A holder made up of a back support and a plurality of pockets. The back support is of single thickness, and the pockets are of double thickness. The back support is of paper but has a cross bar at the top for mounting the device, and the pockets are substantially entirely of paper. The back support and the pockets are secured together by adhesive.

Abstract: A Collapsible container for holding a floral grouping in a vertical position. The container is constructed from a flexible material and comprises a body, an upper open end and a closed lower end. A bonding material is disposed upon a portion of the outer surface of the closed base for enabling the container to be bondingly connecting to a surface for supporting the floral grouping in a vertical position. The container is collapsible to a substantially flat position and expandable therefrom to an expanded form for receiving a portion of a floral grouping in the interior space. The container may have a sheet extension for providing a protective wrap about a portion of a floral grouping.

Abstract: A remote control caddy for supporting a remote control unit therein includes a front wall, a rear wall, a pair of opposing side walls, a bottom wall and an open top end. The walls define a cavity for receiving the remote control unit through the open top end. Secured to the interior of each of the walls is a liner that protects the remote control units against mechanical shock. The remote control caddy can be releasably secured to the piping on a piece of furniture by way of a pair of clips that are secured to and extend above the top of the rear wall.

Abstract: A dust and debris collection system for suspended ceiling tiles made up of a slightly cylindrical shaped plastic bag (10) having a rounded drawstring (14) opening at one end and a rectangular opening at the top end which is attached to adhesive tape strips (12). The dust and debris collection system is connected to a suspended ceiling tile grid at the top rectangular end by means of adhesive tape strips (12) and the drawstring (14) is snugged to the waist of a worker inside the bag (10) while he/she is working above the ceiling and will catch any falling dust or debris.

Abstract: A receptacle fox collecting body secretions or medical waste, including an outer rigid open-top container and an inner flexible, transparent bag or liner. The open top of the bag can be closed by a rib and groove type connection that extends the full width of the bag side tabs extend outwardly from opposite sides of the bag and are provided with finger holes. The bag has a size such that the upper portion of the bag drapes downwardly over the upper end of the container and the side tabs are located between the container and the downwardly hanging upper edge portion of the bag. After receiving secretions, the operator grasps the side tabs, pulling upwardly and outwardly to remove the bag from the container. The bag can then be closed through operation of the rib and groove connection.

Abstract: A system providing rapid and efficient evacuation of valuables from a storage site such a home or office. Such rapid evacuation is often required in the face of impending disaster. A storage container, for example a drawer, is provided with an inner lining. Valuables are stored on the lining within the drawer. The lining itself is an open carrier having side walls which are folded so as to configure the liner to the drawer. In the case of emergency evacuation, the side walls of the liner are rapidly unfolded by grasping draw strings which act to remove the liner from the drawer and to close the liner to provide a closed transport carrier for the valuables stored within the drawer.

Abstract: A pouch readily adaptable for attachment to a mounting surface, this pouch affording a user a readily accessible storage location for relatively small items. This pouch is comparatively flat, having front and back portions, with the front and back portions each having an upper edge. The pouch is elongate in a width sense, having a pair of side edges as well as a bottom edge, with the side edges as well as the bottom edge of the pouch being closed. A top opening is defined between the upper edge of the front portion and the upper edge of the back portion, and an external portion of the upper edge of the back portion serves as a mounting location for the pouch. Readily separable mounting components are utilized, so that the pouch can be easily removed from the mounting surface. The front edge of the pouch is made of elasticized material, thus enabling the user to readily move the front edge away from the back edge for the insertion of an item into the pouch, or to permit the retrieval of an item from the pouch.

Abstract: A patient caddy of the type which is suspended from a patient support apparatus to provide convenient storage for miscellaneous items. The caddy is comprised of a fabric panel having a multipocketed face portion and a folded portion. A textile fastening strip releasably secures the face portion to the folded portion and establishes a tubular void therebetween.

Abstract: A flexible jewelry display, storage, and transportation device includes a flexible screen or mesh for receiving the shaft or hook-like structures of jewelry items for display or storage. The mesh is surrounded by a flexible decorative fabric frame whereby the entire assembly may be rolled into cylindric configuration for storage or transportation of an inventory of jewelry items. Fastening devices are provided for maintaining the device in rolled configuration and for attaching the device for display or storage.

Abstract: A packet which enables the user to attach a pair of carrying handles to a package and containing a pair of flexible cords and four plastic members each having a flat surface coated with an adhesive and provided with an adherent protective strippable plastic film thereover covering said surface, and an opposed surface, the opposed surface of each of said plastic members being provided with a raised portion having an opening therethrough for receiving an end of one of said flexible cords.

Abstract: A holding apparatus for holding relatively small items comprised of a generally flexible planar base, attachment means for attaching the base to a vertical surface such as a refrigerator door or the like, at least one storage and/or display compartment, and at least one fastener for releasably attaching the compartments to the base. The holding and/or display apparatus allows a user to detach and carry along the detachable compartment to a desired destination. In addition, the apparatus may be utilized for organizing and/or visibly displaying relatively light weight and thin materials such as appointment cards, theatrical tickets, photographs, sketches, etc. without puncturing or affecting the integrity of the material.

Abstract: A high chair pouch having various article containment members and adapted to be removably mounted on the back of a high chair by use of mating members.