Abstract: Multiple range-of-motion mower deck support arm apparatus and kits are provided to improve the lateral float of a mower deck. Rod end bearing are utilized to provide an additional range of motion to prior art vertical only designs. The present invention utilizes a front left floating arm, a front right floating arm, a back left support assembly, and a back right support assembly which are all pivotally supported from the existing frame connection apertures and the existing mower connection apertures to vertically pivot in relation to the mower deck and vertically, horizontally, and rotationally pivot in relation to the lawn tractor frame.

Abstract: There is disclosed a baler for paper recycling having a control system responsive to switches and digital timers, and an electromagnetic interlock coupling a loading door and a chamber door, said control system including a programmable relay having outputs to motor starter, control valves, and electromagnetic interlock. A mode selection switch enables automatic, manual down, and manual up modes, the latter of which is used to eject a bale. The electromagnetic interlock performs multiple functions reducing the number of components needed in the system, improving reliability and reducing maintenance.

Abstract: A screed with a trussed beam having a cross-section in the geometrical shape of an equilateral triangle used to support tools for working plastic concrete. The beam is supported between spaced apart, wheeled carriages riding forms bounding the plastic concrete. The beam is oriented such that the cross-sectional triangle is inverted with the wide base at the screed top and the apex at the bottom. The inverted triangular truss beam has sufficient space to suspend working tools substantially within the peripheral edges of the beam. The screed uses upstanding integral outriggers so that the pitch at the center of the screed can be adjusted exteriorly to the pour site. A rotary spreader displaces concrete forwardly without deleteriously compressing it as the screed moves forwardly.

Abstract: An extension bed apparatus for carrying a load with a vehicle. The extension bed includes a frame connector adapted to connect to the vehicle frame, a bed wall extending upward from the frame connector, a bed base adapted to be compacted or extending for carrying different loads, and a first movement absorbing connector attaching the bed wall to the frame rack so that the shock absorbing system on the vehicle may move the frame rack mounted on the vehicle body in relation to the frame while still supporting the extension bed. Multiple racks may be used for supporting loads off of both the front and back of the vehicle.

Abstract: A tension rod positioning apparatus and method for C-type clamps and Vises including a shaped threaded rod inserted into a shaped threaded hole on an engagement collar. When the shaped rod and shaped hole are aligned, the rod may be freely positioned within the collar. When the shaped rod is inserted into the collar and turned, the rod engages and turns the engagement collar. The engagement collar includes an external thread sized to fit an internal thread on a clamp base. In this manner, the rod may be inserted and then turned in one direction to both engage the engagement collar and increase the clamping pressure. After clamping, the shaped rod may be turned in the opposite direction to loosen the clamping pressure and disengage the engagement collar. Once the rod and collar have been disengaged by aligning the shaped rod and shaped hole of the engagement collar, the length of the rod may be freely moved within the engagement collar to reposition the clamp for the next operation.

Abstract: A socket holder for providing increased holding power, rotational release, and biased position return. The socket holder including a base with a pin extending from the base. The pin has a conical section with an increasing diameter at the distal end of the pin. The conical section has a reduced curvature side and an increased curvature side such that a ball can be wedged between the increased curvature side and a socket base to hold the socket on the holder. The reduced curvature side allowing the ball to be rotated around the pin to reduce the wedge force between the ball and the socket to release the socket from the holder. A spring is used to both bias the ball against the pin and the socket base and to automatically return the holder to a state of readiness for holding a new socket once a socket is removed from the holder.

Abstract: A vertically and angularly adjustable dumbbell holder is provided which allows for positioning of the dumbbell for various exercises. Multiple dumbbells may be supported from a single elongated weight bench and angularly and vertically positioned for a variety of exercises. The dumbbells are held in position by side supports when the dumbbell handles are used as a base support for exercises.

Abstract: A screed with a trussed beam having a cross-section in the geometrical shape of an equilateral triangle used to support tools for working plastic concrete. The beam is supported between spaced apart, wheeled carriages riding forms bounding the plastic concrete. The beam is oriented such that the cross-sectional triangle is inverted with the wide base at the screed top and the apex at the bottom. The inverted triangular truss beam has sufficient space to suspend working tools substantially within the peripheral edges of the beam. The screed uses upstanding integral outriggers so that the pitch at the center of the screed can be adjusted exteriorly to the pour site.

Abstract: The present invention efficiently and safely combines directed air flow for drying and heat removal with panel infrared emitters that provide thermal energy for curing LPI solder mask and legend inks onto printed circuit boards being transported though an area with pneumatic and radiant processes occurring simultaneously. The internal geometric configuration of the apparatus and high velocity input air results in an airflow stream in relation to the panel infrared emitters that ensures any flammable vapors are kept separated from the infrared emitters.

Abstract: A trailer storage rack for transporting material and fluids with a livestock trailer. The trailer storage rack mounts to the livestock trailer to transfer the weight and forces of operation to the trailer. The storage rack may be spaced above the trailer to allow for the use of trailer roof vents. An open compartment, dry storage compartment and a fluid compartment are described. Loading and unloading means for the open and dry storage compartment include a rotatable lifting crane that may be compacted and stored in the storage compartment. Access for filling and the draining the fluid compartment is provided by connecting the fluid compartment to side conduits of a ladder such that the side conduits of the ladder act as pipes connected to the fluid compartment. A water hose connection valve is attached to the conduits for access at the ground level to provide easy access for filling and draining the fluid storage compartment.

Abstract: The apparatus and method for application of a protective covering to an unprotected paper roll in locations without major paper handling equipment is described to provide an inexpensive and portable system for paper roll refurbishing. Apparatus used in the present invention includes: an apparatus for holding the body wrapper supply roll and measuring the unrolled wrapper to a desired length; an apparatus for rewinding and cutting individual wrappers for transport to the point of use; an apparatus for applying the wrappers to the paper roll; an apparatus for transporting the rolls from the resizing area to the wrapping area; and an apparatus for crimping the body wrap over the end of the roll to retain the header; an apparatus for retention of the headers and caps under pressure during curing of the retaining adhesive.

Abstract: A protective device particularly suited for use by females after childbirth generally characterized by a plastic shield for protecting the episiotomy or perineal tear surface from urine flow while urinating over the toilet. The device consists of a sole concave interior (20) plastic with adjacent handle (10) and contoured upper lip (22) adaptable to the female genitalia to be placed between the episiotomy or perineal tear surface and the urethra to alleviate the painful contact of urine on the wound and to promote healing.

Abstract: A light source switched on and off by direct means or being signaled to be switched by an alternate mechanism, and powered by direct electrical circuits, derivations of such direct circuits, or direct battery sources, to power said light source to shine such that a vehicle/equipment can be maneuvered to bring said light source to the same location on the vehicle/equipment thereby providing precise location of the vehicle/equipment.

Abstract: A bird attraction apparatus for simulating the movement of a bird in relation to a surface, including a support base, a transport arm with a first section pivotally mounted to the support base and a second section adapted to move between a location proximal to the surface and a point distal to the surface, and a decoy attached to the second section such that the movement of the transport arm moves the decoy in relation to the surface. Also disclosed is a method for attracting wildlife, by providing a decoy connected to a pivotally mounted transport arm, and moving the transport arm to position the decoy along the arc of the transport arm between proximal an distal locations relative to a surface.