Abstract: A step down product conveying and accumulation system employs one or more conveyors with a product path section, on which products are conveyed, and an accumulator section, for accumulation of products for recirculation and eventual delivery to a downstream destination. A length of the product path section is located within a first transverse plane. The accumulator section is located within a second transverse plane, in spaced apart relation with the product path section. A transfer surface in the form of a slide plate, air slide plenum system, or other low resistance or frictionless surface is employed as the transfer medium.

Abstract: A product conveying and accumulation system employs at least one product delivery conveyor which transports products from an upstream location and another conveyor which delivers products to a downstream location. Dual U-shaped accumulator conveyors in the system are positioned to accept upstream products from the delivery conveyors and to transport the products to the downstream conveyor. The dual conveyors each have straightaway conveyor sections which are aligned parallel to each other. Accumulator sections are formed at these parallel alignments. In one configuration, the two straightaway sections of one of the dual conveyors are parallel to and in adjacent alignment with the straightaway sections of the other of the dual conveyors.

Abstract: An alternating current electrical generator creates three different and distinct magnetic fields between would coil elements and rotating magnets, two fields of which are induced fields caused by magnet rotation. A plurality of magnets are positioned such that they extend outwardly from a rotating shaft. The magnets are circumferentially spaced around the shaft such that the north polar end of one magnet follows the south polar end of the next magnet or such that the polar end of one magnet follows a magnet with the same polar end. A plurality of stationary coil elements are positioned in spaced relation to the magnets. The coil elements each have electrical windings and metal cores which extend the lengths of the coil elements. The magnets rotate in spaced relation to the ends of the coil elements in such a way that the magnets' flux lines cut the cores located at the center of each of the coil elements. This induces alternating electric current that oscillates back and forth along the lengths of the cores.

Abstract: A window treatment hanging tool is made up of two right angled shaped guide components. The first guide component has dual arms positioned perpendicular to each other, each with channeled pathways. The second guide component also has dual arms in perpendicular relation to each other, each arm having an elongated member which is adapted to be slideably and adjustably insertable within the pathways of the first guide component. Each guide component also has measurement markings. Properly positioning the guide components on or within windows or window frames allows proper alignment and lateral equidistance positioning of a window hanging treatment support in relation to the window or window frame.

Abstract: A pinch valve is provided which includes an outer housing into which lower and upper elements are positioned. A flexible, tubular shaped hose, duct, or similar conduit or line to be used under pressure is inserted into and maintained between a support section of the lower pinch element and a support section of the upper pinch element. A resilient spring located between the lower pinch element and the bottom surface of the outer housing compresses the flexible line into a closed position, in order to maintain an effective and leak proof closure of the line. When it is desired that the pressurized line be opened and fluid in the line be permitted to flow, an actuating button located atop the outer housing is pressed. The resulting pressure acts against the compressive force of this spring, causing the lower pinch element to move down within the housing, thereby opening the flexible line to permit fluid flow.

Abstract: A portable, self-contained unit has two spaced apart electrical wire grid screens. One of the screens has a positive charge and the other has a negative charge. Electrical power is provided to a transformer which provides the necessary electrical current to the grid screens. Flying insects attempting to pass between the dual electrified grid screens are electrocuted. A third screen is located behind the dual electrical screens, at the rear of the unit, adjacent to the living space. The dual screens are secured within a frame which is made of a non-electrical conducting material. The entire unit is configured to be positioned within a window opening and secured within the opening by slideably adjustable wing elements which moveably extend laterally from the frame.

Abstract: A handle connector for securing the head of a cleaning tool to its handle is formed as a unitary integral body, preferably of die-cast construction. The connector has two distal ends. At one end, there is an opening for receiving a handle. The other end of the connector extends outwardly and is configured to mate with the head of a broom, mop, or similar manual tool. The body of the connector includes a floating web comprising a substantially flat section and laterally flanking slots. A bolt and wing nut are provided for joining the handle to the connector. As the wing nut is manually tightened against the connector, it applies a compressive force against the flat section of web, which flexes inward in relation to the handle, ultimately contacting the outside surface of the handle. Continued manual tightening ensures for a tight fit between handle and connector and rigidly secures the joint between these tool components.

Abstract: A mop with a platen-shaped cleaning head member, to be used for dry or wet applications, with or without cleaning sheets, suited to be used as a liquid dispensing mop. An abrasive scrubber support is integrally formed with and extends from the forward upper surface of the cleaning head member. An abrasive scrubber component is secured to the support. The cleaning head member is connected to the mop's handle by a swivel joint which permits easy and ready rotation of the cleaning head member, 360° in relation to the handle. This permits unencumbered positioning of the abrasive scrubber, for efficient and effective cleaning of ingrained soiled surfaces. After this cleaning is completed, the cleaning head member can easily be rotated back to its primary cleaning position.

Abstract: A connection system for a roller mop has an operating rod to control the positioning of a deformable cleaning member between spaced apart rollers. At the end of the operating rod is a lateral extension with a raised medial section. The extension is inserted into dual receptacles on the supporting plate of the cleaning member, with the raised section positioned between the receptacles. The dimensions of the receptacles are such that they are wider than they are high. They are so sized to slidably receive the extension and its raised section, when the cleaning member is inserted onto the extension, such that the raised section fits the width of the receptacles. However, when the cleaning member is rotated 90°, thus positioning the cleaning member for cleaning operations, the raised section of the extension is also rotated, and now is located between the receptacles.

Abstract: A recreational lounge chair which can be used for upright sitting and also for lying prone on one's back or stomach has a seat section and a back section which is pivotally attached. This allows the chair to be converted between an upright chair and a lounge chair for reclining. A footrest section is attached to the seat section and can be pivotable down for upright seating or up for elevating the feet or for reclining in a prone position. The back section includes a through opening configured for the placement of the face of a user lying prone on his or her stomach, when the chair is so configured. The opening is bordered by cushioned pads, for the user's comfort. In this configuration, the user, lying face down and literally looking through the chair, can read a book, as there are cutout openings in the back section of the chair which allows the user to extend his or her arms under the chair, to hold the book.

Abstract: A deck or swab mop with an elongated handle and absorbent cleaning strands extends from an integrally formed body. The mop body has parallelly aligned front and rear walls and a top wall extending between the front and rear walls. An abrasive scrubber element with a downwardly extending abrasive surface extends from one of the side walls. The abrasive surface can easily and effectively be used to clean ingrained soiled areas.

Abstract: A uniquely woven braid is fashioned on the outer surfaces of various garments, such as shirts, jeans, skirts or dresses. The braided surfaces provide a function, since they allow the garment to be form fitting and stretchably conform to the size and shape of the wearer. The braid also results in an attractive and decorative clothing design. The braid is accomplished easily and simply by cutting a plurality of slits in the outer surfaces of the garment and threading the adjacent resulting loop segments which ultimately form the braid.

Abstract: A spray gun cleaning system uses a separate cleaning fluid container which is substituted for the normal applied product container of the spray gun. The product feed tube of the spray gun is inserted into the cleaning fluid container, which is then sealably clamped to the spray cap of the spray gun. The container has a side opening, to which one end of a fluid hose is sealably attached. The other end of the hose is sealably attached to the nozzle portion of the spray gun. Pressurized air is discharged into the spray gun and this pressurization causes the cleaning fluid to circulate through the spray gun. As long as the pressurized air is discharged into the spray gun, cleaning fluid will automatically continue to circulate, without user involvement, through the sealed, closed circuit or path formed by the body of the spray gun, the fluid hose, the cleaning fluid container, and the feed tube.

Abstract: A cornerboard assembly comprises an interlocking, opposite direction joint between cornerboard millwork components. Dual male members extend from the end of one of the respective components, forming an opening between the members. The male members and opening formed between the members have planar outer surfaces. The second component comprises an end with a single male member which is configured to be inserted into the opening of the first component. The male member of the second component and the other surfaces at this end also have planar outer surfaces. The planar outer surfaces of the two cornerboards components are configured to be positioned adjacent to each other, in surface to surface contact. An exterior construction glue or similar adhesive is placed on the planar surfaces to fixedly and permanently secure the components.