Abstract: A storage tray has opposed first sets of spaced ribs forming parallel compartments and a second set of shorter ribs transversely disposed between the first sets of ribs with the spacing being one first rib and one adjacent second rib being sized to slidably receive one single compact audio disc box, so that two single compact audio disc boxes fit every compartment. The shorter ribs are formed with guide flanges. Two adjacent single boxes may be removed, and then one dual audio disc box is received in the compartment between adjacent first ribs, and with the second rib being slidably and guidingly received in the back recess of a conventional dual audio disc box. The storage tray is self-interlocking with another storage tray so as to form a self-contructing cabinet.
Abstract: A magnet holder has vertically disposed front and back walls and a horizontal wall connecting the front and back walls, with complementary visual images on the front surfaces of the front and back walls, and magnets are mounted to the back of the front wall and to the bottom of the connecting wall, so that the holder is mounted on the top front edge of a refrigerator door, and when so mounted, the visual images provide a three-dimensional effect when viewed from the front.
Abstract: A tray is constructed for storing a plurality of diskette holders, each holder having different identifying indicia thereon, and the tray bottom being stepped so that each identifying indicia is viewable from the front of the tray. The diskette holders are in the form of a book with inside pouches to protect and store a plurality of diskettes. Both the diskette holder and tray combination is formed essentially entirely of transparent thermoplastic material.
Abstract: The invention relates to a case for displaying and storing electric tools such as a mini-drill and the case also contains a shelf (38) for displaying and supporting accessories (14) usable with the mini-drill (12), together with a compartment on the back of the case for receiving a source of electric energy such as rechargeable or non-rechargeable batteries suitable for feeding electric power to the mini-drill.
Abstract: An automated consecutive reaction analyzer is formed with a rotatable multiple position specimen holder, a specimen transfer arm, and a rotatable multiple positioned specimen reaction holder, with the arm transferring the specimens to the reaction holder and a plurality of reagent holders and dispensers are mounted so as to consecutively dispense the reagents in each specimen reaction holder, and a photometer is operatively positioned to measure the reactions after each consecutive reaction with rotation of the specimen reaction holders. The analyzer is particularly suited for performing consecutive reactions on the same specimen and measuring blood coagulation parameters such as heparin, antithrombin III, plasminogen, plasmin, alpha-2-antiplasmin, plasminogen activator, strepto- and urokinase, Protein C, Factors X and Xa, prothrombin, activated partial thromboplastin time, prekallikrein, alpha-2-macroglobulin, platelet factor 4, trypsin and antitrypsin and any new developing techniques.
Abstract: A storage tray has opposed first sets of spaced ribs forming parallel compartments and a second set of shorter ribs disposed between the first sets of ribs with the spacing being one first rib and one adjacent second rib being sized to slidably receive one single compact audio disc box, so that two single compact audio disc boxes fit every compartment. Two adjacent single boxes may be removed, and then one dual audio disc box is received in the compartment between adjacent first ribs, and with the second rib being slidably received in the back recess of a conventional dual audio disc box. The storage tray is self-interlocking with another storage tray so as to form a self-constructing cabinet.
Abstract: A flooding compound for a waterproof communications cable is formed from a heated mixture of 92-94% by weight of a microcrystalline wax, 3-5% polyethylene and 2-4% of a rubber. The heated mixture is extruded between the plastic jacket and core sheath of a cable. The compound exhibits the adhesive and slip characteristics of, and is a replacement for, atactic polypropylene.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
January 23, 1987
Date of Patent:
March 8, 1988
Assignee:
Witco Corp.
Inventors:
Thomas D. Hindman, Thomas J. Roessing, Joseph D. Burkhard
Abstract: A flooding compound for a waterproof communications cable is formed from a heated mixture of 92-94% by weight of a microcrystalline wax, 3-5% polyethylene and 2-4% of a rubber. The heated mixture is extruded between the plastic jacket and core sheath of a cable. The compound exhibits the adhesive and slip characteristics of, and is a replacement for, atactic polypropylene.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
January 23, 1987
Date of Patent:
February 9, 1988
Assignee:
Witco Corp.
Inventors:
Thomas D. Hindman, Thomas J. Roessing, Joseph D. Burkhard
Abstract: A flooding compound for a waterproof communications cable is formed from a heated mixture of 92-94% by weight of a microcrystalline wax, 3-5% polyethylene and 2-4% of a rubber. The heated mixture is extruded between the plastic jacket and core sheath of a cable. The compound exhibits the adhesive and slip characteristics of, and is a replacement for, atactic polypropylene.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 16, 1985
Date of Patent:
December 29, 1987
Assignee:
Witco Corp.
Inventors:
Thomas D. Hindman, Thomas J. Roessing, Joseph D. Burkhard
Abstract: The device has a first piece mounted on the frame and a second piece mounted on the leaf (or vice versa). The first piece contains two horns defining two rigid bearing surfaces with a groove in between. The second piece is formed by a base mounted on a leaf (or frame), a flexible arm integral with the base and a catch tenon or latch piece integral with the free end of the flexible arm. At closing, the arm lodges automatically in the groove. The first and second pieces are each composed of two parts of which the first is secured to the frame (or leaf), this first part containing a slide-way (or slide) whereas the second part which contains the locking mechanism has at its base a slide (or cooperating slideway) adapted to the slide-way (or slide) of the first part.
Abstract: The device has a first piece mounted on the frame and a second piece mounted on the leaf (or vice versa). The first piece contains two horns defining two rigid bearing surfaces with a groove in between. The second piece is formed by a base mounted on a leaf (or frame), a flexible arm integral with the base and a catch tenon or latch piece integral with the free end of the flexible arm. At closing, the arm lodges automatically in the groove. The first and second pieces are each composed of two parts of which the first is secured to the frame (or leaf), this first part containing a slide-way (or slide) whereas the second part which contains the locking mechanism has at its base a slide (or cooperating slideway) adapted to the slide-way (or slide) of the first part.
Abstract: The device has a first piece mounted on the frame and a second piece mounted on the leaf (or vice versa). The first piece contains two horns defining two rigid bearing surfaces with a groove in between. The second piece is formed by a base mounted on a leaf (or frame), a flexible arm integral with the base and a catch tenon or latch piece integral with the free end of the flexible arm. At closing, the arm lodges automatically in the groove. The first and second pieces are each composed of two parts of which the first is secured to the frame (or leaf), this first part containing a slide-way (or slide) whereas the second part which contains the locking mechanism has at its base a slide (or cooperating slideway) adapted to the slide-way (or slide) of the first part.
Abstract: An automobile maneuvering device is furnished with a drive wheel and a clamp wheel to engage opposite sides of a rear wheel of an automobile with both the clamp wheel and drive wheel disposed above the ground. The device has a chassis and four transport wheels. A drive mechanism, which is operable by an operator in the driver's seat of the automobile, drives the drive wheel to cause the rear wheel to rotate and in turn move the automobile, with the operator guiding the automobile and device with the steering wheel. The device permits a disabled or poorly-positioned automobile to be accurately and carefully moved, without the need for a tow truck or other assistance vehicle.
Abstract: A plastic utility cup is provided with a magnet on the rear wall and a hook is selectively connected to the rear wall and depends from the bottom of the cup forwardly to the forward wall, whereby with the cup magnetically held to a refrigerator door, items may be hung from the hook, while other items may be held in the cup, and papers held between the magnet and the door. A cover may be provided with the cup, which cover may be slotted for coins and the like.
Abstract: A seat belt tension relief device is formed with an elastic self-retracting member which at one end is pivotally mounted adjacent the door frame while at the other end adjustably engages the torso engaging portion of the seat belt. The length of the elastic self-retracting member, as well as the strap engaging end portion, are readily adjustable to the comfort of the user. When not in use the device is adjustably mounted parallel to and along the door frame. The device is designed to be economically retrofitted in automobiles with spring-loaded seat belts.