Abstract: A rod lock out clamp includes a housing having a central bore for receiving a rod in spaced relation therethrough and clamp members in the housing for grippingly and frictionally engaging the rod in the bore. At least one of the clamp members has an inner end and a recess in the inner end, the recess having a profile with an arcuate portion having a radius of curvature that reduces from a maximum radius to a minimum radius. Manipulating means are coupled to the housing and the clamp members for moving the clamp members between a rod gripping position and a retracted position.

Abstract: A post anchor for a railing system or a fencing system. The post anchor has a base plate and a collar, where the collar extends from the base plate. The collar defines an interior capable of receiving a post. The post anchor can be unitarily formed. A drainage system can be included in the post anchor.

Abstract: A mount for an auxiliary handlebar, the mount comprising: a stem; a fastener configured to receive the auxiliary handlebar; a clamp configured to secure the mount to a primary handlebar; and a clamp lock comprising: a linkage rotatably connected to the stem; and a cam lever rotatably connected to the linkage; wherein the clamp lock is configured to selectively lock the clamp.

Abstract: A bicycle sprocket is basically provided with a sprocket body and a plurality of chain-driving teeth. The sprocket body includes a central portion, an annular portion and an intermediate portion. The central portion has a central opening through which the rotational center axis passes and a plurality of internal splines for engaging external splines of a crank arm. The annular portion is disposed radially outward from the central portion with respect to the rotational center axis. The intermediate portion extends between the central portion and the annular portion in a radial direction about the rotational center axis. The plurality of chain-driving teeth extends radially outward from the annular portion of the sprocket body to engage with a bicycle chain. The sprocket body and the plurality of chain-driving teeth are formed as a one-piece, unitary member.

Abstract: A power transmission chain (2) for use with a drive member (4) having a plurality of teeth (6), and wherein: (i) the power transmission chain (2) comprises a plurality of chain links (8) which are pivotally connected together by connecting members (9) and pivot arrangements (10) so that the power transmission chain (2) can pass around the drive member (4) in use; (ii) each one of the pivot arrangements (10) comprises first and second pivots (12, 14) which extend towards each other from opposite sides (16, 18) of the chain links (8); (iii) the first and second pivots (12, 14) have adjacent ends (20, 22) which face each other and which are spaced apart; (iv) the power transmission chain (2) comprises a plurality of engaging formations (24) for enabling engagement with the drive member (4); (v) the engaging formations (24) are positioned between the adjacent ends (20, 22) of the first and second pivots (12, 14); and the engaging formations (24) and the spacing apart of the adjacent ends (20, 22) of the first and

Abstract: The invention generally relates to a closure device for waste containers, particularly residential or commercial waste containers. In particular, the invention relates to a waste container closure device which prevents the lid from opening when the container is accidentally tipped over on its side. The closure device contains two straps: a right side strap and a left side strap; two mounting devices: a right side mounting device and a left side mounting device; and one or more elastic members. Those components cooperate to allow the straps to connect over the top of the lid of the waste container to remain closed when it is accidentally tipped on its side.

Abstract: A rail vehicle contains a roof, a securing device, and a body. The securing device has at least a first securing unit and at least a second securing unit, and the first securing unit and the second securing unit are arranged offset relative to each other and are configured to secure the roof to the body. The first securing unit contains a fixed bearing, the fixed bearing is configured to prevent a movement of the roof relative to the body, and the second securing unit has a floating bearing, the floating bearing is configured to allow a movement of the roof in a longitudinal direction of the rail vehicle and to prevent a movement of the roof perpendicularly to the vehicle longitudinal direction.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to a bell housing with an adjustable register plate for providing adjustable engine crankshaft-transmission alignment. The bell housing includes a body adapted for attachment to an engine block. The adjustable register plate includes a register bore for accommodating the transmission. The register plate can be secured to the bell housing by inserting register plate fasteners through register plate fastener holes into the corresponding register plate attachment holes of the bell housing. The alignment of the register plate relative to the bell housing, and thereby alignment of the transmission with the crankshaft, can be adjusted by loosening the fasteners and moving the register plate laterally, about the register plate fasteners, relative to the bell housing, and then tightening the fasteners to locate the register plate in the desired position.

Abstract: A mop tool is provided. The mop tool includes: an elongated stick; a cleaning head which includes a head body that has a coupling portion rotatably coupled to one end of the stick, and a gap portion that extends from the coupling portion of the head body toward at least one side of the head body; and a rotation control element which is installed on the stick so as to be movable along the stick. The rotation control element includes a locking member which is releasably coupled to at least a part of the head body which adjoins the gap portion, and restricts a relative rotation between the cleaning head and the stick.

Abstract: A gear unit motor having a gear unit and an electric motor which drives the gear unit, the electric motor having a rotor shaft, which is disposed so as to allow a rotation about its rotor shaft axis, the gear unit having a first housing part and a second housing part, the second housing part having a square flange, the first housing part having a round flange facing the motor and a square flange facing the second gear unit housing part, in particular the square flange of the second housing part, the round flange and the square flange of the first housing part being connected by an interposed connection section, the connection section of the first housing part having projections in one surface section, in particular projections that extend parallel to the direction of the rotor shaft axis when viewed in the circumferential direction.

Abstract: A crank arm for a bicycle may include a body extending along a body axis and having a first body end and a second body end axially spaced apart from the first body end. The insert may also include an insert provided toward the first body end. The insert may include a base portion having a radially outer surface. At least one extension may extend outwardly from the radially outer surface and may be encased within a corresponding recess in the body whereby relative planar movement between the body and the at least one extension in a first plane. The retaining portion may have a retaining portion width measured in the first direction and the retaining width may be greater than the throat width thereby inhibiting relative radial movement between the at least one extension and the recess and preventing radial extraction of the extension from the corresponding recess.

Abstract: System, methods and figures having rotating joints including a first component comprising a face and an aperture within the face, a second component comprising a face and an aperture within the face, and a connector comprising a panel, wherein the panel comprises an elongated sheet having a first end portion, a second end portion, and a central portion, wherein the central portion is narrower than the first and second end portions. The connector is configured to fit within the apertures of the first and second components to securely adjoin the first component to the second component such that the first and second components are rotatable relative to each other.

Abstract: A roof anchor comprises a pliable member including an interconnecting portion interconnecting a first portion and a second portion. The first portion and the second portion each include a securing portion with a plurality of apertures and a connecting portion with an aperture. A first notch and a second notch are proximate the junctures of each securing portion and connecting portion. The first notch and the second notch extend inward from opposing sides and toward proximate a middle of the respective first and second portions, and an aperture is between each first notch and second notch.

Abstract: The kayak launch and lift apparatus, hence forth referred as the launch and lift, disclosed herein will enable the user to easily board and disembark from a kayak, a canoe or other small watercraft without many of the problems associated with existing devices. The present invention has the advantages of providing a means to stabilize the kayak, while the user is either boarding or disembarking from the kayak from a stationary dock or a sea wall. The launch and lift is made of aluminum and consists of: a pair dock loop grab rails that are bolted to the dock or sea wall, a slidable ladder, a pair of cradles that are attached to the bottom step of the ladder, a pair of bunks to support the kayak on the cradles, an additional outer grab rail that is used when boarding or disembarking from the kayak at the water level, and, a brake winch and stainless steel cable, that is used to raise or lower the kayak from or to the water level.

Abstract: A flow thru telescoping handle for use with brush heads and other tools includes a telescoping handle having a tear-drop shaped cross section to increase the strength and improve its functioning capabilities. A spring loaded tension pin is mounted along the bottom of the outer section of the handle which is operated by finger pressure to engage and release it from the inner handle section. A method for adjusting the length of the telescoping handle is also described using the tension pin.

Abstract: A connector device for coupling a wiper arm and a wiper blade includes a coupling body, a first support portion provided on an upper surface of the coupling body and extending from the coupling body in a form of a cantilever and for applying an elastic restoration force to the wiper arm, a second support portion provided for supporting the wiper arm in a thicknesswise direction of the wiper arm to prevent the wiper arm from moving in the thicknesswise direction, and a third support portion for preventing the wiper arm from moving in a lengthwise direction of the wiper arm, wherein the second support portion is in a form of a hole with closed upper and lower sides and open front and rear sides.

Abstract: A unified bicycle rear rack connector which may comprise of two arms or strips extending from a first end securable to the rear rack, to a second end which is securable to a bike frame such that the two strips are capable of moving one over each other horizontally. Further, the two strips are joined by a fastener, such as a fastener is a nut and bolt combination, passing through overlapping holes in the two strips of the connector. Moreover, at least one of the overlapping holes is elongated to enable securing an increase or decrease of width of a connector surface parallel to the major plain of the connector that central bolt once tightened makes the assembly laterally stiff. Once the connector is fastened to the rear rack, the connector can move in a plastic fashion in a substantially vertical direction.

Abstract: An adapter for fitting a flywheel housing to a rotary load has a generally circular centering plate having a central circular aperture dimensioned to fit snugly around the load's collar and a circular outer periphery. The centering plate is formed with first and second arrays of holes equispaced from a center of the aperture. The first-array holes are spaced identically to and alignable with fastening formations of the load. An adapter plate engaged flatly with the centering plate is formed with a first array of at least two holes spaced identically to and alignable with the formations, and is stiffened. Respective fasteners are engageable, when the first-array holes of both plates are aligned with the formations of the load, through the adapter plate, centering plate, and fastener formations. The second-array holes of the circular centering plate are covered by the adapter plate when the plates are thus fastened together.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and system of installing a liftgate under a vehicle bed. In one implementation, the system includes a liftgate and a mounting device. The mounting device comprises at least one mounting bracket having a group of multiple substantially horizontal slots vertically stacked relative to one another so as to be at different heights relative to ground when the bracket is installed under a vehicle bed essentially parallel to ground. The slots are vertically spaced on the bracket relative to one another to accommodate different vehicle bed heights so as to maintain the liftgate within a desired vertical ground clearance when mounted in a slot on said bracket under a vehicle bed.

Abstract: A saddle bracket for wiper adapter comprises a bracket chassis and a linking saddle to be extensively compatible in coupling with various types of articulation adapter in vast range. Wherein, the bracket chassis is a prerequisite component and the linking saddle is an optional component so that the bracket chassis can either be used alone or be docked by the linking saddle as an integral entity. Through such versatile structure with comprehensive compatibility, the kind and quantity of the saddle bracket can be reduced. Besides, the accumulative quantity of the defective wipers from annual replaced windshield wiper due to obsolete or aged malfunction can also be indirectly decreased. Thus, not only the vendors and the consumers of the viper can be benefited by the decreasing in manufacturing cost and selling price but also the environmental protection can be benefited by the decreasing in annual replacement quantity.

Abstract: The present invention is a stand apparatus for a display screen (such as a computer monitor or a TV) having an arcuate arm member, a base adapted to accept the arm member and allow for tilting movement of the arm member in relation to the base, and a contoured clamp member operable to engage and grip the arm member. The curvature of the clamp member matches the curvature of the arm member and prevents damage to the finish of the arm member. The clamp member is coupled with an arm screw member that is readily accessible to a user. The cross-section of the arm member prevents lateral movement of the arm member in relation to the base. The base is operable to freely swivel 360 degrees and can be readily fixed in relation to a base ring once it is in a desired position. Cabling channels are also provided within the arm member to house cables from the display screen.

Abstract: An adapter coupler (1) for adapting couplings of different design, wherein the adapter coupler (1) comprises a first connecting mechanism for releasably connecting the adapter coupler (1) to a first coupling, a second connecting mechanism for releasably connecting the adapter coupler (1) to the drawhook (50) of a second coupling, and a coupler housing (2) for connecting the first connecting mechanism to the second connecting mechanism, and wherein the second connecting mechanism comprises a tension yoke (8) with which to engage with the drawhook (50) of the second coupling.

Abstract: An adapter for permitting non-standard work tools to be attached to a work machine for which they were not originally sized to fit. The adapter comprises a sleeve which fits into bores on the work machine. Pins for attaching the work tool to the machine in turn are inserted through the work tool and into the sleeves. The sleeves protect the joint through seals positioned both on an outer surface of a flange of the sleeve, and on an inner surface of the bore of the sleeve. The sleeves also include holes for permitting lubricant to pass from the sleeve's outer circumferential surface to its inner circumferential surface. The sleeves may be permitted to rotate relative to the work machine via bearings in the bores of the work machine.

Abstract: An element is provided for connecting the chords of a lattice system, which consists of upper chords and lower chords, between which struts and/or stays are arranged, to a telescopic boom head. Thereby, the lower chords are directly connected to the telescopic boom head by means of bolts, while the upper chords can be connected to the telescopic boom head by a connecting element of variable length in such a way that—with respect to the connection of the lower chords—the upper chords can be connected to one another at a variable angle, and wherein the connecting element consists of two butt straps which can each be fastened at one end of mutually facing ends of the upper chords and can be connected to one another at different points.

Abstract: A multi-piece swivel coupling kit with a snap connection for ready and rapid assembly with the capability to be disassembled and reconfigured as required by the specific installation. The swivel coupling kit includes a tubular socket member having a line connecting end and multiple coupling ends and multiple tubular stem members each having a line connecting end and a coupling end connectable to one of the coupling ends of the tubular socket member. The multiple coupling ends including integral complementing annular projections and recesses which define a close fitting bearing unit creating forced engagement between the projections and recesses to establish smooth engagement and rotational support of the socket member and each of the stem members. The multiple coupling ends of the tubular socket member are configured to allow releasable configuration, reconfiguration and expansion of the multiple tubular stem members along a X axis, a Y axis and a Z axis and in a X plane, a Y plane and a Z plane.

Abstract: A coupling arrangement for coupling a light source subsystem with a scanner subsystem in a UV lithography system is disclosed. The arrangement includes a source flange having a plurality of ramped eared flanges coupled to one of the light source subsystem and the scanner subsystem. The arrangement also includes a collar coupled with the other of the light source subsystem and the scanner subsystem. The collar has a plurality of tangs disposed such that inter-tang spacings accommodate insertion of the plurality of eared flanges, wherein at least one of the source flange and the collar is rotatable to permit the plurality of ramped eared flanges to cam against the plurality of tangs, thereby coupling the light source subsystems to the scanner subsystem.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for joining the ends of concentric inner and outer tube to a double containment fitting are disclosed, as are related methods of fabrication and systems. The apparatus uses a threaded coupling to compressively engage and seal the ends of both the inner and outer tubes to the double containment fitting. The double containment fitting includes inner and outer noses and a threaded annular body and annular nut. The inner nose may be at least partially inserted within a flared end of the inner tube, and the outer nose may encircle the inner tube and be inserted within the flared end of the outer tube. The inner and outer noses and the inner and outer tubes may be engaged in a relationship within bores through the annular body and the annular nut. Threadably engaging the annular nut with the annular body may establish seals between the components.

Abstract: An adjustable furniture joint for customizing furniture comprises a vertically disposed support having a longitudinally extending channel and opposing jaws defining an opening to the channel, the jaws having forward surfaces, one or more rear surfaces of a horizontal bracket in abutting engagement with the forward surfaces, a key cam having a neck, a head extending from said neck, and a longitudinal dimension, the head having a cross-sectional profile having two laterally extending ears, each ear having an inner surface inclined at an acute angle relative to the longitudinal dimension, the head slidingly received in the channel, the jaws having out-turned surfaces generally in parallel alignment and in abutting engagement with the inner surfaces of the ears, and means for biasing the head towards the bracket, application of the biasing force causing the inner surfaces of the ears to impinge on the out-turned surfaces of the jaws and urging the jaws inwardly towards the neck.

Abstract: An adaptor for reducing the size of an original hole in a frame member to an adaptor hole sized to receive a selected bolt and which permits adjustment of the relative location of the adaptor hole relative to the original hole and the frame member. The adaptor comprises a washer plate having first and second projections extending outward from opposite sides of the washer. The adaptor hole extends through the washer plate and the first and second projections. The location of the adaptor hole relative to the first projection is different from the location of adaptor hole relative to the second projection.

Abstract: For the purpose of stably securing an apparatus to be installed by a simple process, a positioner for securing to a floor an apparatus having positioning holes for receiving therethrough anchor bolts implanted upright in the floor, the positioning holes having a diameter substantially larger than that of the anchor bolts, comprises: a first cylindrical bushing member 21 having at an eccentric position a through hole 21c of a diameter for rotatably fitting one of the anchor bolts; and a second cylindrical bushing member 20 having at an eccentric position a hole 20c of a diameter for rotatably fitting the first bushing member 21, the second cylindrical bushing member rotatably fitting in one of the positioning holes provided in the apparatus to be positioned.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a floatable vessel lift comprising: at least two pontoon chambers, where each of the at least two pontoon chambers includes a top housing and a base. The pontoon's top housing has an arcuate longitudinal surface and the base side is substantially flat. Support members horizontally join the at least two pontoon chambers to support a vessel during the lifting process. A user varies the submersion of the vessel lift during use by using a single air infusion device that introduces an air flow into the at least two pontoon chambers simultaneously.

Abstract: A connecting piece for connecting a wiper arm with a wiper blade, having three different fastening systems for wiper arms, so that a multiplicity of wiper arms can be received.

Abstract: An apparatus for ultrasonic processing of workpieces is described. The apparatus comprises a converter plate, at least one feed unit mounted on said converter plate, at least one vibratory structure being coupled to said feed unit and having a converter, a sonotrode and a longitudinal axis, and adjusting means for adjusting the vibratory structure in at least two directions transversely to its longitudinal axis. The adjusting means include a plurality of fixing means arranged in the manner of a raster on said converter plate in such a manner that the feed unit can be fixed on the adapter plate with the aid of at least one fixing means selected from the plurality of fixing means.

Abstract: A connection element for at least two mounting rails (1, 2, 30, 33, 38) and including a base member (4, 20, 28, 34) at least one attachment member having at least one connection opening (6, 39), and connection elements (7, 35, 36) for reasonably connecting the attachment member (5, 25, 31, 32, 37) with the base member (4, 20, 28, 34).

Abstract: A four-link suspension system provides an almost infinite amount of adjustments to compensate for changing weather and road conditions. The suspension system includes a main support bracket with a plurality of holes formed therein and a plurality of links attached thereto. Each of the plurality of links has a plurality of holes formed therein for engaging a respective one of the plurality of holes formed in the main support bracket. The particular placement and combination of the holes in the main support bracket and each link, the size of each hole and slot, the shape of each link, the shape of the main support bracket, and the engagement of the links to the main support bracket permit the four-link suspension system to have hundreds of possible instant center (I/C) choices and locations. The assortment of configurations available allow the user to have an ideal four-link suspension system for any particular application.

Abstract: A guide rail clamp comprising a first clamp half and a second clamp half, which when fastened together form a slot therethrough adapted to fit a cylindrical support rod or a flat rectangular support bar is disclosed. The two halves of the clamp may be held together by a pair of bolts extending through a pair of threaded sleeved nuts, which securely grip the bolts when the two clamp halves are spaced slightly apart. In a preferred embodiment, two pegs extending from one clamp half into holes located in the second half help align and secure the grip of the clamp and minimize motion of the rail. To securely fasten the support rod or support bar inserted within the slot, a bolt may be used to bias the support bar or rod against the edges of the slot.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cleaning implement with a removable cleaning element comprising a base member having a first end with an annular toothed edge and at least one resilient retention member positioned intermediate the toothed edge and a second end of the base member, each resilient retention member having a stop surface facing the second end. An annular locking member is movably mounted on the base member, the locking member having an inner wall surface and at least one ledge projecting from the inner wall surface and adapted to abut the retention member stop surface. The inner wall surface of the locking member further includes a threaded portion intermediate an end of the locking member and the ledge. Also included is a cleaning element mounting member having an annular toothed edge for complementary engagement with the toothed edge of the base member and an outer wall surface with a threaded portion for threaded engagement with the threaded portion of the locking member.

Abstract: System for connecting a first element to a second element comprising a base plate adapted to be adjustably attached to the first element. The base plate comprises a mechanism for allowing the base plate to move with respect to the first element substantially along a first direction. A retaining plate is adapted to be attached to the second element. The retaining plate comprises a mechanism for allowing the retaining plate to move with respect to the base plate substantially along a second direction. The retaining plate is adjustably attached to the base plate. The first direction is different from the second direction.

Abstract: A connector for connecting a wiper blade assembly to a wiper arm. The connector includes first and second side walls spaced from one another to define a channel therebetween as well as a central bridge and rail interconnecting the first and second side walls. The central bridge and side walls define a pin passage and a rivet passage, each extending transverse to the channel. The rail is vertically spaced from the central bridge to define a tail space between the bridge and the rail. The forwardmost end of the rail is positioned rearward of the pin and rivet passages.

Abstract: For the purpose of stably securing an apparatus to be installed by a simple process, a positioner for securing to a floor an apparatus having positioning holes for receiving therethrough anchor bolts implanted upright in the floor, the positioning holes having a diameter substantially larger than that of the anchor bolts, comprises: a first cylindrical bushing member 21 having at an eccentric position a through hole 21c of a diameter for rotatably fitting one of the anchor bolts; and a second cylindrical bushing member 20 having at an eccentric position a hole 20c of a diameter for rotatably fitting the first bushing member 21, the second cylindrical bushing member rotatably fitting in one of the positioning holes provided in the apparatus to be positioned.

Abstract: The invention relates to a gear unit with hollow shaft for gate drives, preferably for driving sectional and roller gates. According to the invention the gear unit comprises a hollow shaped part which can be introduced into the hollow shaft, the outside and inside of which are made in such a way that the connection with a shaft to be accomodated in the hollow shaped part and with the hollow shaft accomodating the hollow shaped part is form-locking in the turning direction.

Abstract: An internally threaded (23) collet nut (22) is placed onto the first cable (12) and a first cable (12) is inserted into a collapsible collet (20) on a connector body (18). The collet nut (22) and a breakaway nut (30) are engaged with simple wrenches to establish a reactive torque between the collet nut (22) and the breakaway nut (34) to break away the breakaway nut (34) from the connector body. An enlarged end (16) of the second cable (14) is placed into the interior of a retainer nut (30), which is threaded onto the threaded section (19) of the connector body (18) to abut the collet nut (22), thereby connecting the two cables (12 and 14).

Abstract: An apparatus for mounting ceiling fan blades onto ceiling fan blade mounting ring rotor extension. The fan blade attachment mount is can be adapted to fit a multitude of fan rotors configurations. The appearance of the mounting and support members is aesthetically pleasing and the mounting apparatus provides a stable connection between a plurality of ceiling fan blade assemblies and a variety rotor extension mounting surfaces of a ceiling fan.

Abstract: A rigid tubular member of variable length and rectangular cross-section formed from aluminum or sheet steel stock adapted to be sized, flared and conjoined with at least one other rigid member to create a variety of tubular member frameworks for greenhouse construction, and the like. Each member is provided with a plurality of elongate, linear groovings, either located proximal to, or coincident with, the external and/or internal elongate seams of the member, with the inscribed sets of groovings are such being of a depth sufficient to facilitate separation under manual force of at least one, up to four, of the end sidewall segments, providing flared end segments, either disposed at right or acute angles, which segments are adapted to be fastened to another rigid member in any of several locations, along it, in the course of a framework erection.

Abstract: An insert for a window formed in a binder spine. The insert can be separate or part of a binder sheet. The insert is readily removable from said spine to be relabeled to indicate the materials located in the binder. The insert can be pivotally mounted relative to the spine or can be provided with openings that resiliently connect the insert to the rivets that secure the spine to the ring holder.

Abstract: A rigid tubular member of variable length and rectangular cross-section adapted to be sized, flared and conjoined with at least one other rigid member to create a variety of tubular member frameworks for greenhouse construction, and the like. Each member is provided with a plurality of elongate, linear groovings, either located proximal to, or coincident with, the external and/or internal elongate seams of the member, with the inscribed sets of groovings are such being of a depth sufficient to facilitate separation under manual force of at least one, up to four, of the end sidewall segments, providing flared end segments, either disposed at right or acute angles, which segments are adapted to be fastened to another rigid member in any of several locations, along it, in the course of a framework erection.

Abstract: A first connector is accommodated in a connector housing, with a first connection member lying down relative to the first terminal. The first connection member is raised relative to the first terminal. The first connector and a second connector are stacked to be connected each other.

Abstract: The mounting assembly is for adjustably mounting an accessory having a substantially planar portion onto a rail member having a longitudinal side channel with opposite longitudinal folds. The mounting assembly has an elongated latch member shaped for passage between the folds when the latch member is oriented substantially parallel to the channel, and for abutment against the folds when the latch member is turned at least partially transversely inside the channel. The mounting assembly has a tightening device for tightening the accessory to the latch member. A locking device is operatively associated with the planar portion of the accessory and the latch member to prevent relative rotation and translation thereof when the accessory is tighten to the latch member.

Abstract: A chair control mechanism for a chair assembly having a seat and a back includes an arrangement for mounting the lower end of a back support member, for positioning the back above the seat. The chair control mechanism includes a variable configuration mounting area so as to enable different back support members to be used with the same basic chair control mechanism structure. In one version, the variable configuration mounting area is provided by engaging one of a series of inserts within a transverse rear wall defined by the chair control mechanism. Each insert defines a passage configured to receive the lower seat mounting section of a back mounting member having a different set of dimensions, and the seat mounting section of the back mounting member extends through the passage and is engaged with the chair control mechanism by means of a fixed fastener-type arrangement or by a hand screw received within a slot for providing adjustability in the position of the back relative to the seat.

Abstract: A stud mounted fastener for routing a plurality of wires in a plurality of directions at the fastener and securing at least one of the plurality of wires to the fastener via a cable tie. The fastener includes an abutment member for mounting on the stud. A first wing is coupled to the abutment member and has a first bar enabled to receive a cable tie thereabout for securing at least one of the plurality of wires thereto, and a second wing coupled to the abutment member and has a second bar enabled to receive a cable tie thereabout for securing at least one of the plurality of wires thereto. A first projection is coupled to the abutment member and has a first projection bar enabled to also receive a cable tie thereabout for securing at least one of the plurality of wires thereto. At least one of the first and second wings is in a different cross-sectional plane than the first projection.