Abstract: Apparatus for bunching flowers and similar produce including a rotating endless belt defining a plurality of flower bunching locations on the surface thereof, at least one, and preferably a plurality of sorting tables adapted to be arranged adjacent the endless belt, stem trimming apparatus mounted adjacent the endless belt downstream of the sorting tables, stem cleaning apparatus mounted adjacent the endless belt downstream of the stem trimming apparatus, and tying means mounted adjacent the endless belt downstream of the leaf removing apparatus.
Abstract: A feeder dispenser for cotton swabs and other narrow elongate consumer items embodies a flexibly lipped discharge port which is open to a restricted mid-portion of the lowermost of a group of gravity-fed items, for individual extraction, by the use of thumb and forefinger, against a mild, resilient resistance.
Abstract: A compartmentized case for dual instrumentalities such as a compass and thermometer providing a recessed base and cover hinged together along corresponding end edges, and including a clasp-like structure for securing the case in either a closed or open condition upon a belt or other piece of wearing apparel.