Abstract: An anti-theft device is provided for use with semi-trailers of the type which have a Dolly-Leg, a Dolly-Leg crank, and a Dolly-Leg crank handle. The anti-theft device includes a housing, a locking bar, and a lock. The housing has a top, an end panel, a first side, a second side, and a notched bottom, with the first side and the second side each having formed therein a first side aperture and a second side aperture respectively. The notched bottom has downwardly depending therefrom at least two lock chain guide harnesses. The locking bar has formed therein at one end thereof a locking bar aperture. The locking bar extends through both the first side and the second side of the housing, such that the locking bar passes through both the first side aperture as well as the second side aperture. The lock is secured to the locking bar by attachment thereto through the locking bar aperture. The device also preferably includes a chain, with the chain also being secured to the locking bar.

Abstract: A trailer hitch lock for enclosing a trailer hitch to secure the trailer against theft. The trailer hitch lock includes a base plate, a set of locking plates pivotably mounted to opposing sides of the base plate and a locking mechanism for securing the locking plates together. A mounting ball is mounted on the base plate and is configured to engage the trailer hitch ball socket. The first ends of the locking plates are hingeably connected to the opposing sides of the base plate. The second ends of the locking plates and the locking mechanism cooperate to secure the locking plates together.

Abstract: Disclosed is a security mechanism for electronics enclosures such as network interface units which permits access by customers and craftspersons. A bracket is mounted to the cover of the enclosure. The bracket includes two apertures, one for receiving a security screw, and the other for receiving an ordinary screw which fastens the cover to the enclosure. The bracket also includes a cavity which accommodates the shackle of a padlock so that the ordinary screw can be covered and access prevented. Craftspersons can override the padlock by loosening the security screw and moving the bracket until the padlock is removed from the cavity.

Abstract: An access control system for preventing access to underlying fasteners, and otherwise preventing tampering with the underlying control panel. A base plate is affixed to a base that is fastened to the underlying structure with standard fasteners. A cover plate is slidably disposed over the base plate and includes a key operated cylinder plug. The cylinder plug is inserted through the cover plate, base plate and into a receiving aperture in the base. A locking mechanism within the cylinder plug engages the base, and prevents the sliding disposition of the cover plate from the base plate.

Abstract: An apparatus is adapted to prevent the theft of a wheeled vehicle having air brakes (e.g., large trucks and buses). A brake valve is selectively actuated by linear movement of an exposed knob that is located adjacent a supporting structure in the cab, and a valve housing is mounted behind the supporting structure. A new structural base is permanently connected to the valve housing in an exposed position in the vehicle's cab. The base is normally accessible to the driver at all times, but it is thin enough so that it will not interfere with normal push/pull movement of the valve's knob. A rigid and generally hollow cover is adapted to be selectively suspended over and in contact with the structural base. The cover is sufficiently deep as to envelop the valve's knob in order to conceal it and render it inaccessible when the cover is suspended over the base. The cover is selectively removable from the base so as to permit the driver to remove the cover and thereby have access to the knob.

Abstract: A watertight manhole insert and tether apparatus designed to prevent rainwater from entering sanitary sewer or other systems through a manhole closed by a manhole cover. The manhole insert is located beneath the manhole cover and is connected directly to the manhole by a tether mounted in the manhole, to plug the manhole and prevent theft of the manhole insert. The manhole insert is characterized by a pan-shaped insert body having a flat insert bottom and a pressure-relief valve, one or more lift straps optionally provided with a warning tag, and an upward-standing, sloping or perpendicular side wall fitted with an outwardly-extending top rim for engaging a shoulder shaped in the manhole to support the manhole insert. One end of the flexible stainless steel tether is connected to the manhole wall and the opposite end first extends through a grommet in the insert bottom and subsequently through a lever bar locking device.

Abstract: A detachable push button firearm lock is provided. The lock comprises; a housing, and a plurality of pin sets. The housing halves are interlocking and separation capable thereby locking or making available a desired firearm. Access blocking means for the ammunition, magazine, bolt, breech, hammer, slide, actions, and firing capability is also provided. The lock is user recodable by providing a plurality of identical corresponding locking and unlocking pins, when rotated end over end, cause a combination change. Tamper resistance as well as accompanying tamper resistant unlocking means is also disclosed. Optional ease of use features including open latch, closed latch, open stop, and digit grips are also depicted. Further, optional portability and or stationary mounting means are also provided as well as display only means.

Abstract: A locking device (10) is inserted within the disk drive (11) of a personal computer (12) to prevent unauthorized use thereof. The locking device (10) includes a part of pivoted plates (15, 16) retained in their expanded locking position by a key-operated lock (20) carried by the plates (15, 16). Each of the plates (15, 16) carries an arresting mechanism (35) which expands within the disk drive (11), in the event that an attempt is made to remove the locking device (10), and "bites" into the adjacent guide rail (53), thereby stopping any further movement of the locking device (10) out of the disk drive (11).

Abstract: A multishaft combination lock includes a lock body, an alignment sleeve, and a detachable pin. The alignment sleeve has a hole and is rotatably coupled to the lock body to provide access into the lock body. The alignment sleeve has an angled cutout at a first end, with the alignment of the cutout being adjusted by rotating the alignment sleeve. The detachable pin has a floating bushing that can be misaligned with the principle axis of the detachable pin. To lock the multishaft combination lock, the lock body is fitted to the detachable pin through the hole of the alignment sleeve with the floating bushing misaligned with the angled cutout. When the detachable pin is fully inserted into the lock body, the floating bushing is positioned beyond the end of the alignment sleeve within the lock body and becomes misaligned or offset with the alignment sleeve. To unlock the lock, the alignment sleeve is rotated so that the angled cutout is aligned with the floating bushing of the detachable pin.

Abstract: A locking device for locking an article to an external structure is provided. The locking device deters theft of the article by being structured so as to cause significant damage to the article, preferably to the point of inoperability, if the article is pulled or jerked away from the external structure. In general, a locking member is threaded, for example, through an opening provided in a critical operating component of the article (such as a circuit board). The opening in the critical operating component is preferably surrounded at its periphery by wiring or other elements which contribute to the operability of the article. The locking member extends to an exterior of the article housing and is secured to an external structure. If the article is pulled or jerked, the locking member generally rips through the circuit board and the wiring thereon, for example, thereby causing significant functional damage to the article and preferably rendering the article inoperative.

Abstract: A locking device to fit over a tractor trailer or container carrier glad hand air coupling consists of a rectangular cage of cut structural steel with a drilled pin hole and a welded perpendicular flange with a hasp hole as one piece and an angle flange with a hasp hole and plug welded pin as a second piece. In use the flanged cage is placed over the air coupling with the pin hole over the air hole and the pin passed through the pin hole into the air hole and the hasp of a padlock passed through the hasp holes and locked to secure the air coupling. The locking device is fabricated from structural steel and angle irons using conventional cutting, drilling and welding techniques.

Abstract: A lockable cover and seal for a threaded nozzle or spout, such as a hose bib cock assembly having a passageway, an end face, an external threaded portion adjacent the end face, and anti-siphon valve in the passageway including a portion protruding outward of the end face, generally includes, in combination, a lid, a seal, a swivel arm, and a shielding cap. The lid is bell-shaped and has a central axis, an inner end including a threaded portion for threaded engagement with the threaded portion of the spout, a central cavity and an annular shoulder facing inwardly for juxtaposition to the spout end face. The seal includes an inner side for sealing against the end face of the spout and an outer side for sealing against said annular shoulder and a forward extending central recess for receiving any protruding portion of the anti-siphon valve.

Abstract: A securing apparatus for a personal computer system unit comprises a tough, flexible, elongate cable having two regions spaced apart along the length of the cable. A security connector connects two spaced apart regions of the cable together to form a strap that extends around the system unit. A guide element is secured to the cover or the base of the system unit and guides the strap relative to the system unit and prevents removal of the strap from the system unit.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a method and an anti-theft device for a personal watercraft which is powered by a gasoline engine-driven jet pump. The anti-theft device, having a nozzle cover, a cover holding mender and a cover locking member, is designed to be sealably attached to a jet pump steering diverter nozzle in order to prevent and deter theft of such a watercraft. The jet pump steering diverter nozzle, having an entrance and an exit end, is locked by mounting the nozzle cover to the exit end of the jet steering diverter nozzle, the nozzle cover is engaged in tight contact with the jet steering diverter nozzle with the cover holding member, whereby preventing movement of the nozzle cover in order to restrict the flow of water passing through the jet steering diverter nozzle, and the nozzle cover is locked to the jet steering diverted nozzle in order to prevent unauthorized removal thereof.

Abstract: A motor vehicle security device for protecting against the cutting of an automobile steering wheel which includes a protective member made of cut-resistant material covering the steering wheel rim and a connector for attaching the protective member to the steering wheel rim. The protective member radially and circumferentially overlies the steering wheel rim to preclude access to the rim and protect against cutting of the rim.

Abstract: A drum lockout device has a locking head with threaded plug portions for engaging either the smaller vent opening or the larger dispensing opening of a drum. When the locking head is in place, a locking key is inserted through the locking head to engage the drum end and drum flange. With a padlock securing the locking key to the locking head, the drum opening is secured against unauthorized entry.

Abstract: A vehicle anti-theft steering wheel disabling device for a steering wheel that includes an upper plate, a rim, a lower plate, and removal preventing apparatus. The upper plate has an upper plate outer surface, an upper plate inner surface, an upper plate perimeter, and contains at least one upper plate aperture. The rim has a rim top, a rim bottom, contains a rim aperture, and is disposed on the upper plate lower surface at the upper plate perimeter. The lower plate has a lower plate inner surface, a lower plate perimeter, and is positioned with the lower plate inner surface disposed on the rim bottom at the lower plate perimeter. The upper plate, the rim, and the bottom plate form a steering wheel chamber for captivating the steering wheel with the steering wheel air bag side being covered by the upper plate.

Abstract: A barrel lock includes a cylindrical plug with a locking ball actuated by a positive acting threaded pin that is screwed into the plug. The plug slips into a mating cylindrical retainer and is locked in place by the pin forcing the ball to protrude beyond tile exterior of the cylindrical plug. An anti-rotation coupling that includes a key attaches to the plug which makes the barrel lock especially easy to install and operate. A threaded puller assures separation of the plug and retainer even when the barrel lock may be jammed due to earlier tampering. The simplicity of the invention provides for a rugged construction with positive sealing surfaces that protect against contaminants and corrosion.

Abstract: An information processing apparatus is provided which includes a hard disk drive which is adapted to be accommodated within a main body of the information processing apparatus. The hard disk drive includes a movable member attached thereto. When the movable member slides into a first state, a portion of the movable member protrudes outside the main body of the information processing apparatus. A hinged keyboard is provided for covering the interior of the main body of the information processing apparatus and when the portion of the movable member protrudes outside the main body, the hinged keyboard is locked in a closed state. Additionally, a preventing latch is provided which may be utilized in conjunction with a card port in order to engage a PCMCIA card and prevent removal thereof. The preventing member is mounted under the keyboard such that when the keyboard is in a closed state, the PCMCIA card cannot be removed.

Abstract: Household Safety Lock device includes two different screw thread connecting parts separately connecting to a regular lock and a household ware. They can join together or divide separate easily with a bar. So every dangerous household ware is easily locked for protecting children.Gun Lock Guard device includes regular trigger lock section and permanent lock section. The device will lock or unlock the trigger temporarily whenever using the real key. But it will lock the trigger permanent deadly whenever trying unlock the trigger with counterfeit key or destroying the lock. This device increases safety for guns.

Abstract: A mating ring for mounting a meter cover to a meter base includes a molded plastic mating ring having portions configured to engage the meter cover flange and portions configured to engage the meter base. A plurality of wedges and opposing ring flanges are provided on the ring to hold the cover flange. The wedges have a sloped surface to facilitate assembly using a donut press. The mating ring engagement features are designed to facilitate one piece molding of the ring.

Abstract: A case and lock for reducing damage and deterring theft of boat propellers. The invention is comprised of a case for enclosing a boat propeller and a portion of a propeller drive unit. The case has a pair of pivotally connected members which are supported by a horizontal stabilizer fin of a propeller drive unit. The lock lockably connects the case members. One optional feature of the invention are running lights mounted on the sides of the lockable case members. Another optional feature is an electronic alarm which is activated during attempts to steal the propeller.

Abstract: The fire hydrant locking device has a cap (20) enclosing the operating nut (12) of the fire hydrant (6). The cap is secured in place on the top surface of the fire hydrant bonnet (10) by at least one arm (22) extending downwardly over and about the bonnet and extending beyond the fire hydrant barrel mounting flange (9). The lower end of the arm (22) is attached to the flanges (9 and 10') of the barrel (8) and bonnet (10) by bracket (26) and its pad lock (25) so that the cap, arm, and bonnet of the fire hydrant cannot be removed without first removing the fire hydrant locking device. Another locking bracket (80) is received on the outlet cap (17), of the fire hydrant hose outlets (16). Chain (86) is passed through each locking bracket encircling the fire hydrant, whereupon the ends of the chain are pad locked together.

Abstract: A debris cap is provided with a locking post that is insertable into an opening in the closure of the cap so that a lock engaging the manipulating handle of the cap and the locking post prevents unauthorized removal of the cap.

Abstract: A simple and inexpensive locking device for preventing unauthorized access to a computer disk drive. The disk drive lock employs a pair of slats 10, 20 which are pivoted at a hinge 22 for jackknife folding, the slats 10, 20 both being formed with lock-holes 24, 26 spaced from the hinge 22 and alignable by unfolding the slats 10, 20 to an open position. The disk drive lock may be inserted into virtually any conventional computer disk drive. Once inserted, the slats 10, 20 may be pivoted open and a padlock 30 inserted through the aligned locking holes 24, 26 to lock the device in the open position, thereby preventing removal from the disk drive and thwarting unauthorized access.

Abstract: A tower unit housing for a computer system including a rectangular box-like chassis which receives a front bezel, a L-shaped hood to cover the top and one side of the chassis and a side member to cover the other side of the chassis. The chassis includes a security tab which is aligned with a hood security tab and a side cover security tab when the hood and side cover are installed on the chassis such that openings in the tabs can receive a single lock to lock the entire unit together. The front bezel includes its own security tab which extends into a pin connection inside of the chassis such that the pin connection between the bezel and the chassis is hidden by the side cover when the side cover and L-shaped hood are installed on the chassis. In this manner, a single lock can secure the front bezel and, the L-shaped hood and the side cover from unauthorized disassembly.

Abstract: Locking devices (10, 10', 10") are inserted within the disk drive (11) of a personal computer ("PC") 12 to prevent unauthorized use thereof. The locking devices (10, 10', 10") include a pair of pivoted plates (15) retained in their expanded position within the disk drive (11) by means of an externally-accessible padlock (20) or its equivalent. In one embodiment, the locking device (10) has respective pairs of pins (21, 22) which sandwich the front cover (13) of the disk drive (11). In another embodiment, the locking device (10') has respective teeth (25) which frictionally engage the respective spaced-apart side rails (26) of the disk drive (11). In yet another embodiment, the locking device (10") has both pins (21, 22) and teeth (25) and is provided with a torsion spring (30) constantly biasing the plates (15) into their expanded position.

Abstract: A locking device 100 is inserted within the disk drive (11) of a personal computer ("PC") 12 to prevent unauthorized use thereof. The locking device (100) includes a pair of pivoted plates (101, 102) retained in their expanded locking position within the disk drive (11) by means of an externally-accessible padlock (107) or its equivalent. Each of the plates (101, 102) carries a spring finger (109) which "bites" into the adjacent respective side rail (26) in the event that an attempt is made to remove the locking device (100). The locking device (100) is inserted into the disk drive (11) in a one-handed operation and in its locked position. In another embodiment, a key-operated lock is carried on one of the pivoted plates.

Abstract: A small and lightweight, and thus hand carried storage case for a handgun is provided in a plastic rectangular container having a lockable lid. The interior chamber of the case is sized and structured for securely retaining a handgun in a stationary position. The interior floor of the storage case has a hollow cylindrical post over which the trigger guard of the handgun must be placed when inserted into the case. An aperture located on the lid aligns with the hollow post, creating a passageway through the case. The passageway is structured for retaining a small lock bolt which is retained in position with a conventional padlock. Once the lid is affixed to the case and secured with the locking apparatus, the gun cannot be removed from the case.

Abstract: The subject invention is directed to a device for preventing the movement of a floor-mounted gear shift lever of an automobile from the "park" position to a position useful for operating the automobile. Five specific embodiments are of interest. The first embodiment includes an arcuate retaining lock which operates similar to a handcuff lock and which is mounted outside the gear shift lever console. The first embodiment includes a hingeable lock plate which is hingeably located behind the gear shift lever and which includes a semi-circular cutout portion for receiving the gear shift lever thereby preventing its rearward movement.The second embodiment utilizes a similarly operating locking member but is contained within the gear shift lever console so as to be hidden from view. The third embodiment includes a lever activated housing to enclose and disable a gas pedal. The fourth embodiment includes a housing to enclose a gear shift handle, thereby preventing unauthorized operation of the automobile.

Abstract: A vertically adjustable extension rail system for a drawer used in a housing having opposed vertical walls with a plurality of horizontally-extending, vertically-spaced guide ribs leaving alternating guide grooves. The extension rail system comprises two spaced apart extension rail assemblies with each extension rail assembly having a carrier rail and a slide rail which are slidably interconnected. A guide arm is mountable at a plurality of vertical levels along each of the slide rails. The guide arms are adapted for being lengthwise slidably received by opposing guide grooves on the vertical walls. A fixed or removable drawer receptacle can be mounted between the two extension rail assemblies.

Abstract: Apparatus selectively positionable in a boat for holding at least one scuba tank. The apparatus includes a receptacle, a cover covering the receptacle interior and having holes for receiving scuba tanks, and lock plates adjustably slidably mounted on side walls of the receptacle for engagement with the boat.

Abstract: A gang mail box for an apartment building comprising an outer frame and an inner frame. The inner frame is pivotally connected to the outer frame which is secured to a wall of the building. A number of individual mail boxes corresponding to the number of apartments are mounted on and pivotal with the inner frame. These individual mail boxes are shaped so when the inner frame is pivoted, the tops of the individual mail boxes are exposed so the mail carrier can insert mail in them. Each mail box is provided with a hinged door having an individual mail box lock. A tempered steel security bar is provided to cover and conceal the tenants' locks on the individual mail boxes to prevent theft. This bar is hinged to the inner frame and is provided with a padlock for securing the bar in place.

Abstract: A security device for a coin operated washing machine having a cabinet and a coin slot mechanism housing is provided and consists of a shield attached to the cabinet for protecting the coin slot mechanism housing from vandalism, so as to prevent theft of coins and an unauthorized operation of the coin operated washing machine.

Abstract: A lock is provided for an exhaust pipe in an exhaust system of an internal combustion engine in a motor vehicle, which consists of a plug to be inserted within a distal end of the exhaust pipe, so as to seal the distal end of the exhaust pipe and thereby prevent the operation of the internal combustion engine. A locking mechanism is also provided for retaining the plug within the distal end of the exhaust pipe and to prevent the unauthorized removal of the plug from the distal end of the exhaust pipe.

Abstract: A one-piece integral molded plastic article, includes a pair of main parts hinged together, which enclose the actuating element of the circuit breaker and holds it against movement. One form is for push-pull type circuit breakers. Another form includes soft inserts which grip the actuating element and hold it. Another form includes a separate cap which is applied semi-permanently to the actuating members. Latching means latches the main parts together, which hold them in normally latched position, and a padlock locks them together.

Abstract: A locking device for a drum for chemical- and hazardous-waste containment is described. The locking devices are of drums, usually 30- or 55-gallon sizes, of the closed-end type having a head with two openings or bung holes therethrough. Each drum opening has a flanged or internal portion with interior threads. The locking device has three basic elements, namely, a pair of caps and a slip wrench/locking bar. In one embodiment, one of the caps includes an overpressure relief valve and an flame arrester. Each cap has a threaded base and a larger apertured cylindrical portion mounted thereon. Each cap has a closure gasket mounted at the shoulder formed between the base and the apertured cylinder which gasket permits partial rotation without unsealing the drum. The cylindrical portion of the outer wall has at least two pairs of elongated apertures with 180-degree spacing between the apertures of each pair.

Abstract: A securing device for a cover of a utility wire pull box including an inverted Y-shaped member having diverging legs which are engagable at their lower spaced ends beneath the lower margins of opposing walls of the pull box and at its upper main upright portion through a slot formed through the in-place cover. A lock arrangement such as a padlock may then be secured through a hole in the upright portion which is exposed above the slot in the cover.

Abstract: A mail box for an apartment building comprising a number of individual mail boxes corresponding to the number of tenants. Each mail box has an individual mail box lock. Releasable locking means are connected to the mail boxy for covering the individual mail box locks until mail is to be removed to prevent theft. Unlocking means are provided for unlocking the releasable locking means to expose the individual tenants lock so they can get their mail.

Abstract: The invention relates to a combined funnel and cap member which can be attached to containers for receiving waste fluid such as fuel or lubricating oils. The cap member is pivotally attached to a funnel body and can be latched to the funnel body opposite the hinge mechanism. The hinge mechanism or the latch mechanism is constructed in such a manner as to permit the cap member to rise relative to the funnel body in the event of overpressures within the container so as to provide an emergency venting path for gases under pressure within the container. Once the overpressure condition has been relieved the cap member will return to its normally closed position under its own weight. The cap member can be unlatched from the funnel body and opened so that fluids may be introduced into the container therebelow.

Abstract: A lock for electrical power meter boxes has a solid rod with a flared head to engage spring steel blades to lock it. The lock has a spring loaded sleeve within a housing, which can be permanently mounted either inside or outside a meter box. The spring loaded sleeve is maneuverable by an unlocking tool to open and release the spring sheet blades from the locked position.

Abstract: A locking closure for a rotary control member includes a compartment portion, a base portion and an access portion. The access portion has an access opening disposed therein proximate to and adjacent to the rotary control member. A cover plate is securely mounted on the closure access portion and covers the access opening. The access portion includes an extension which interferingly engages an edge of the cover plate so as to prevent any rotational movement of the cover plate away from the access opening.

Abstract: A locking device for preventing access to a bolt or stud-nut which secures an equipment to a base. The device comprises three parts: a rectangular tube body, a slide member and a lock body. In use, the bolt is put through a hole in the tube body and the equipment, and tightened down. The slide member is then inserted in one end of the tube and slid over the head of the bolt or stud-nut and the lock body is inserted in the tube and locked by a key. This prevents the slide from being removed and prevents access to the bolt head or stud nut. The device is flat and compact, and may be used for a variety of applications where equipments are secured by bolts or stud-nuts, particularly in tight quarters.

Abstract: Apparatus for lockably covering a rotatable article, such as a doorknob, fuel can cap, and the like, so as to prevent the grasping of the rotatable article, the invention including an axially extending pin attachable to the rotatable article to extend axially therefrom, and the pin having an outer end that is shaped for grasping, the apparatus of the invention further including a covering cap with a generally cylindrical main wall and which cap is open at one end, and also having a circular front wall with a generally cylindrical wall extending therefrom, the circular wall of the cap having a central aperture therein for freely receiving therethrough the pin so that the cap is freely rotatable about the pin, wherein the rotatable article is substantially received within the confines of the cap and completely surrounded thereby. There is lock means for releasably engaging the outer, shaped end of the pin so as to prevent the outward removal of the shielding cap.

Abstract: A locking device for preventing access to a bolt or stud-nut which secures an equipment to a base. The device comprises three parts: a block, a cover member and a lock body. In use, the bolt is put through a hole in the block and the equipment and is tightened down. The cover member is then fitted over the head of the bolt or stud-nut and the lock body is inserted in the block and locked by a key. This causes the lock to bear down on the cover member, preventing its removal. The device is compact and able to be used for a variety of applications where equipments are secured by bolts or stud-nuts.

Abstract: A lockable clamp ring for securing an electric meter to a meter housing flange, which incorporates a unitary structure with moveable parts. The ends of the split ring are moved by spreading means which can be manipulated by means of a housing to hold the ring closed, where it may be locked to secure the meter to the flange; and to hold the ring open, when it is desired to remove the ring or meter.

Abstract: An arrangement to releasably secure each of the two doors of a utility carrier box mounted transversely behind the cab of a pick-up vehicle and on the side walls of the pick-up, the arrangement comprising staples secured to the end walls of the box below the end flanges of the doors when the doors are in closed position, and a steep strap extending from below one staple, over the top of the closed box and down to a point beyond the other staple, and in conformity with the surface of the closed box over which the strap means extends, each end of the strap being slotted to enable the link of the staple beyond which it extends to be passed through the slot and to receive the link of a padlock which is locked.

Abstract: An apparatus for securely locking an access cover to a housing, the housing defining an interior volume, comprising a bracket adapted to be attached at a point substantially within the interior volume of the housing, the bracket including fastening means inaccessible from the exterior of the housing once the access cover is mounted to the housing, the access cover comprising a member disposed thereon having a bore therein defining a longitudinal extent, the longitudinal extent of the bore being disposed substantially perpendicularly to the plane of the access cover, the bore of the member adapted to receive a lock having locking means thereon, the lock further being received in a bore of the bracket in alignment with the bore of the member once the access cover is mounted to the housing, the locking means being received on a side of the bracket opposite the member. The apparatus is especially adapted for protecting the housings containing electrical connections for electrical utility meters.

Abstract: A storage drum security apparatus (10) is provided to secure the apertures (24,26) on a storage drum or barrel (12). The apparatus (10) includes a large aperture subassembly (14) and a small aperture subassembly (16) which are interconnected by a securing bar subassembly (18). The first bung member (28) is provided with a post member (40) which extends upward through an isolator member (56) to engage a post receiving hole (98) formed in a flattened portion (92) of the securing bar (90) while the second bung member (66) includes a ball portion (80) on a neck (78) which mates with ball receiving structure (102) in the tubular portion (94) of the securing bar (90). This relationship prevents access to turn either of the bung members (28,66) while the securing bar (90) is in place. The securing bar (90) is also adapted to be used as a wrench to turn both the bung members (28,66 ) when desired.

Abstract: A trash bin lid-locking device used to secure the lids of a trash bin against unauthorized use. The lid-locking device, which may be used for different types of trash bins, uses two flexible cables connected to two elongated locking members that slide on an elongated track support attached to the front of the trash bin. The locking members may be slid apart allowing the cables to be fit over the front corners and lids of the trash bin. The ends of the cables are then engaged to slotted brackets attached to the sides of the trash bin and the locking members are slid together and secured by a padlock. The cables may be removed from on top of the lids allowing authorized use of the trash bin by unlocking the padlock and sliding the locking members apart until sufficient slack is provided in the cables to allow the cables to be removed. Another embodiment of the lid-locking device uses a single cable that may be placed over the top of the lids.