Abstract: The present invention relates to a marketing display device and is directed more particularly to a restockable display device adapted to be accommodated to a wide variety of marketing locations or configurations as a result of varying the effective length of the display unit and the ability to utilize plural units in side to side conformation which, when assembled, give the appearance of a single monolithic display area. The device is further characterized by portions of the display area being disposed at obtuse angles relative to the back or main marketing panel area whereby a prospective purchaser walking in a path generally parallel to but laterally offset from the display unit or series of units is provided with visual access to a surface or surfaces generally normal to his gaze.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an automotive ski rack adapted to carry a multiplicity of pairs of skis. The apparatus is characterized by the provision of a frame adapted to be secured to an automobile roof, trunk deck or the like, a first pair of arms shiftable toward and away from the frame for clampingly supporting skis between the frame and said first set of arms, and a second set of arms pivotal toward and away from the first set of arms, whereby additional pairs of skis may be clamped between the sets of arms. The device, in accordance with a modification, is further characterized by the ability to remove the arms of the second pair where only small ski carrying capacity is desired, and by the provision of novel lock mechanism whereby a single locking device is adapted to retain the arms of both pairs in locked condition.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an improved anilox roll for metering inks or like fluids and to the method of making the same. In accordance with the invention, a cylindrical metal roll is provided with a multiplicity of indented receiver cells in its periphery, the cells being of a selected configuration calculated to optimize the distribution of fluid therefrom, and may be of concentrations up to about 550 cells per linear inch in each direction. A ceramic coating is applied over the surface of the roll by plasma flame spray or other thermal coating techniques, known per se, the coating being formed from oxide particles having an average size of about 5 microns or less, the coating being maintained at a thickness in the order of about 0.0015" or less. The configuration of the underlying cells is, as a result of such practice, substantially maintained and the volumetric capacity of the cells defined in the coating is at least about 60% or more of the original cell volume.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an improved bearing construction of the ball bearing type which is particularly suitable for supporting drawer slides and the like for translatory movement. The bearing comprises a tire defining an outer bearing race, a stud defining an inner bearing race, a plurality of balls captured between the races, the device being characterized by the stud including an axially directed annular retainer surface, portions of which are deflected radially, which deflected portions provide a temporary connection precluding separation of the bearing elements. The annular surface, after deflection, defines a stop or locator surface against which a support bracket is biased in the final assembled position thereof, the corrugated or crown-like end surface formed as a result of deflection, providing a high frictional surface whereby augmented connection between the bearing and the support bracket is assured.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a flexible reflex-reflective article, such as a ribbon, wherein the reflective pattern evinces an undulant surface, and to the method of making the same. The invention is directed more particularly to an article of the type described wherein the reflex-reflectivity effect is produced by glass or like spheres embedded into an adhesive carrier surface to a depth at least equal to and preferably beyond the equator of the spheres, whereby the resultant product may be flexed, dry cleaned, twisted and similarly handled without loss of the reflex-reflective spheres. The invention further pertains to a method of making an article of the type described wherein the spheres are arrayed in an undulant pattern surface and yet are embedded within the carrier to an extent which will prevent their dislodgement under normal use.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of manufacturing a support fixture for securing thermal insulation, such as glass wool batts and the like, to air conduit ducts forming parts of heating and air conditioning systems. The device comprises a metal pin weldingly connected to a planar sheet metal blank, the rear surface of the blank carrying a double faced adhesive tape, the rear surface of which is adapted to be adhesively connected to a duct. In accordance with the method of making the fixture, an improved adhesive connection is obtained between the sheet metal member and the adhesive tape by applying the tape to the blank while the blank is hot as a result of effecting the welded connection between the blank and the pin.

Abstract: A knockdown rattan chair formed by a separate and nestable preformed seat member and a nestable preformed back member which includes a back rest and arm rests. The circular base of the back member is dimensioned to snugly encompass the upper circular frame of the seat member in abutting relation with each other, and fixedly secured thereto by spaced dowel pins disposed peripherally thereon.

Abstract: A high thermal efficiency window which is comprised of a low conductivity ame carrying a spaced pair of panes or lites. The space between the panes is divided into a series of vertically spaced-apart cells by a blind structure disposed between the panes, the slats of the blinds being essentially in contact with the interior faces of the panes whereby convection losses are minimized. The device is characterized by the blind being shiftable between an open or see-through configuration and a privacy configuration, the longitudinal edges of the elements defining the blinds being in contact with the interior faces of the panes in both said see-through and privacy configurations thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an apparatus for reproducing the bass components of an audio signal with a high degree of accuracy and minimal distortion, utilizing an enclosure of relatively small size. The apparatus comprises a substantially sealed enclosure in combination with a radiating diaphragm driven by an electromagnetic transducer, the principal diaphragm restoring forces being the elastic forces exerted against the diaphragm surfaces by the gaseous medium engaging such surfaces.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an improved combustion apparatus particularly adapted for use with fuels which are solid at ambient temperatures and readily meltable at temperatures exceeding ambient, an example of such fuel being paraffin. The apparatus includes a two-part float assembly adapted to float upon the molten surface of the fuel and includes a heat conductive bottom plate, the device being characterized by efficient heat transfer from the flame to the bottom plate, whereby it is assured that the fuel beneath the plate will be in a molten condition.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an improved low density chewing gum or bubble gum product and method of making the same, characterized in that the same defines a matrix encompassing a network of gas filled cells, the density of the product being in the neighborhood of about 0.5. The invention further relates to a method of making said product which includes the steps of heating an essentially conventional gum formulation to a temperature at which the mass is a viscous liquid, whipping the mass, pouring the mass into molds, rapidly reducing the temperature of the mass while subjecting the same to vacuum and, after curing, removing the same from the molds.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an improved polymeric drive mandrel for the insertion of helical thread inserts into complementally tapped bores. The mandrel comprises a generally cylindrical body formed of polymeric material externally threaded for the reception of an insert, known per se, the device being characterized by the provision of a metallic drive blade extending generally axially of the polymeric portion, the drive blade including side edges juxtaposed at or intimately adjacent the roots of the threads at at least the drive end of the mandrel, whereby radial compression of the insert, experienced in the course of the driving thereof, is prevented from damaging the lead thread portions of the mandrel and driving torque is distributed over an extended length of the mandrel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pilfer prevention device adapted to be readily connected between an article to be secured, such as a television set, typewriter, etc. and a fixed location so as to discourage unauthorized removal. The device includes a mounting assembly readily connectible to the article, an elongate cable assembly extending therefrom, and a mounting fixture adapted to be connected to a desk, table or like fixed object. The device is characterized by lockable release means on the mounting assembly which, in the locked position, prevents access to the fastening means by which the apparatus is connected to the fixed object and to the article to be protected.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved hanger bearing construction for auger conveyors and is directed more particularly to a sealed hanger bearing having improved service life. The device is characterized by the provision of frictionally driven wiper means which rotate with the shaft and prevent the ingress of contaminants into the interior of the bearing structure with consequent premature compromise of the bearing.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sonic toy device, and particularly to a gun-like toy. In accordance with the invention, a pair of closely spaced rolls are mounted on a frame to define a nip therebetween. A hand crank is provided for rotating at least one of the rolls and an elongate, stretchable plastic film defining a plurality of longitudinally spaced sealed air pockets is mounted in driving connection in the nip between the rolls, the thickness of the pockets exceeding the spacing of the rolls at the nip whereby, on rotation of the rolls, the strip is progressively advanced through the nip and the pockets are burst, with the accompanying production of a sound at each burst.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a foldable ladder attachment adapted to be secured to the rungs of a ladder to provide a platform for paint cans, brushes or like appurtenances or tools. The device is characterized by a novel linkage assembly enabling the apparatus to be readily accommodated to be affixed at an acute or an obtuse angle to a straight or extension ladder or inside or outside the sections of a folding ladder, without necessitating the employment of extensible stretcher mechanisms or like cumbersome devices as embodied in scaffold or platform supports heretofore known.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a merchandising device, and more particularly to a counter organizer device adapted to divide an elongate counter into a series of bins or receptacles for the display of merchandise. The device is characterized in particular by the provision of a kit of stock parts, shipped in knocked condition and readily assembled, the device being adaptable to organize or subdivide shelves of various heights and depths.