Abstract: A garden tool rack includes a hollow rack body, tool holders plugged into respective plugholes in the rack body for holding garden tools, axial positioning structures adapted to stop the tool holders from axial displacement relative to the rack body, rotary positioning structures adapted to let the tool holders be biased relative to the rack body within a limited angle and then locked in position to prevent interference of loaded garden tools with one another.

Abstract: A merchandise rack display system uses a vertical pegboard surface onto which a uniquely designed rack component is to be mounted. The rack component has front and rear rack panels interconnected by support elements. A spaced opening between the front and rear panels permits the handles of elongated products, such as mops and brooms which are mounted and hung from the pegboard surface, to extend through the opening. The rack also has provision for mounting a variety of display hooks for hanging or suspending merchandise in various locations on the front panel of the rack. Container baskets, uniquely configured to be mounted on the rack, provide added versatility to the system.

Abstract: An improved motorcycle wheel stand having a set of guide rails (12), a set of vertical supports (14), a positive stop (18), and a perpendicular stabilizing tube (16). The wheel is clamped by pressure supplied by an air spring (38) acting upon a pivoting lever (24) attached to a rotating shoe assembly (21) which rotates up and forward against the rear of the wheel, thus pushing the motorcycle into the stand. Removal of the motorcycle is accomplished by the pressing and cocking of assembly (21) by foot and rolling the motorcycle backwards. Assembly (21) is held down by virtue of the center line of spring (38) being out of line relative to spring mounting points (36) and (34) and the pivot point of lever (24).

Abstract: A modular display platform comprises at least two sections of the same shape. Each section is fixedly disposed next to an adjacent section in staggered relationship such that a perimeter sections form a stepped pattern for facilitating the abutting and interlocking of additional platforms thereat. The sections form a support surface for products disposed thereon. A sidewall is disposed generally along at least a portion of the perimeter and has an edge for engaging an external mounting surface. The support surface and the sidewall cooperate to define a recess. At least one standoff is disposed within the recess and has a surface extending in a direction generally parallel to that of the sidewall from a proximal end adjacent to the support surface to a distal end for engaging the external surface in order to strengthen the support surface at locations inwardly of the perimeter.

Abstract: A self-service display unit (100) for the merchandising of eyewear (102) is taught. The display unit (100) is made up of a horizontal bottom panel (120), a vertical left panel (150), a vertical right panel (160), and an oblique top panel (110) divided by a plurality of divider strips (170). The display unit (100) encompasses an interior space (103) configured to contain a plurality of inventory boxes (105). A display system (200) containing a plurality of the display units (100) between a left frame (202) and a right frame (204) is also taught. The display system (200) may face in a single direction or in two opposing directions. The display system (200) has a mirror (208) and signage (206) between the left frame (202) and the right frame (204).

Abstract: A drying system for structural waterproofing of an enclosure includes a drainage conduit for draining water from the enclosure. The drainage conduit has a periphery defining an interior and an air inlet and air outlet. An air circulator circulates air between the air inlet and the air outlet throughout the interior of the drainage conduit such that the circulated air removes moisture and gas from the conduit's interior through the air outlet.

Abstract: A support system including opposed flanged rollers (6) for guiding a moving shelf. Coupling members (23) co-operate with the flanged rollers to present co-axial inwardly projecting stub shafts (22). A support (27) is provided for each coupling member. The ends of a layshaft (21) are telescopically engageable with the free ends of the stub shafts, and relative rotation between the stub shafts and the layshaft and between the coupling members and the rollers is prevented. The assembly of coupling members, supports and layshaft is reduced axially, by the telescopic engagement, to locate between the opposed rollers. The assembly is expanded axially for the coupling members to co-operate with the rollers in a manner to ensure co-rotation. The supports are mounted on an underlying base (1), rotationally to carry the coupling members so that load on the rollers is transferred to the supports.

Abstract: A cable rack suitable for underground service is made from at least one plastic molded stanchion and a cross-arm. A height of the rack may be adjusted by stacking the stanchions lengthwise, in tandem, and by trimming the stanchions as desired. The best places in the stanchion for trimming are indicated with molded-in visual indicators. The cross-arms, which may be used to span two stanchions, are designed so that a user receives a visual indication from the stanchion when the cross-arm is fully seated and ready to receive a load of communications cables, power cables, or both. In a preferred embodiment, each stanchion has an aperture for attaching to a wall near a top of the stanchion. Plastic cable ties may be used to secure small cables to the stanchions without a cross arm, and may also be used to lock cross arms into the stanchions.

Abstract: An eyeglass frame holder for holding and displaying eyeglasses of different size and thickness. The eyeglass frame holder has one or more vertical posts to which one or more supporting members are for supporting an eyeglass frame having two glass retaining portions joined by a bridge portion. A pair of retaining pins are symmetrically mounted onto each of the supporting members at a short distance from the vertical post to which the supporting member is attached. Each supporting member is connected to the vertical post in such a way so as to project horizontally from it. Each supporting member is also shaped and sized to fit into and support the bridge portion of the eyeglass frame. The pair of retaining pins extend coaxially in an horizontal direction perpendicular to the vertical post so as to come into contact and hold the glass retaining portions on both sides of the bridge portion below the same where the eyeglass frame is positioned onto the supporting member.

Abstract: A portable rack for drying or storing articles, and a support arm device therefor. The support arm devices are pivotably secured to an external post so that the support arm can be pivoted from a supportive position to a position of non-use.

Abstract: A bracket assembly for tool-less mounting in a raceway including a pair of substantially identical brackets, mated together, including a first bracket and a second bracket. Each bracket includes a support body, at least one lockable protrusion connected to the support body, at least one protrusion lock connected to the support body and at least one snap connecting mechanism connected to the support body, the at least one connecting mechanism for connecting with a structural member. The at least one lockable protrusion of the first bracket is engaged with at least one protrusion lock of the second bracket to thereby prevent relative movement of the first bracket with the second bracket.

Abstract: The invention relates to a banknote compartment for a till drawer or the like, which is defined by a bottom, sidewalls, a rear wall and a front wall and has a covering element which extends from the rear wall over a part of the length of the compartment which is measured between the rear wall and the front wall. Said covering element comprises a holding-down clamp for banknotes, near its free edge which is at a distance from the rear wall. The clamp can be pivoted about an axis which is parallel to the bottom and the rear wall, between a pressure position, in which said clamp is pre-stressed downwards in the direction of the bottom, and a lifted release position. At least one intermediate bottom dividing the banknote compartment into superposed partial compartments is arranged between the bottom of the compartment and the covering element, parallel thereto and at a distance therefrom. Said intermediate bottom extends from the rear wall over a part of the length of the compartment.

Abstract: A cargo rack utilizing a structural beam in the form of three embodiments, two of the embodiments comprising a rib, one of which includes a recessed flange and a horizontal return flange, the other includes a standard angled flange and an angled return flange, the third embodiment includes a recessed flange and a horizontal return flange, structural beams used in a framework comprising a plurality of vertical posts containing key shaped apertures and a plurality of horizontal shelving members, structural beams contain nubs enabling structural beams to connect to vertical posts via key shaped apertures thereby enabling horizontal shelving members to be associated with structural beams and vertical posts, various attachments may be added to cargo rack when recessed structural beams are used via a slight clearance that is formed between the recessed edge and a slight taper on horizontal shelving member sides.

Abstract: A backcard for use with compartmentalized containers, particularly food containers, that provides a hanging feature and an information feature. The backcard may be secured to the container or package with glue lines properly placed on the package, or glue placed on the backcard. The hanging feature is formed by moving a tab located in an outermost sheet or layer from a non-extended position to an extended position. The backcard is provided with a substantial area, e.g., 50% or more of the backcard area, for printing information such as a list of nutritional facts, a list of food ingredients and the like for presentation to a consumer. In addition, a portion of the backcard may be removable or foldable to expose a portion of the outer layer or a substrate layer, thereby allowing each to display additional information.

Abstract: An apparatus and a method for hanging shelves. An apparatus is provided for hanging one or more weight-bearing shelves from an overhead support member. The apparatus comprises a tube, a flexible member, an attachment member, and a cap. The tube has a bottom end with an opening, and is adapted to receive one or more of the shelves. The flexible member internally traverses substantially the length of the tube, and has a top end and a bottom end. The attachment member attaches the top end of the flexible member to the overhead support member. The cap has a flange portion and at least one aperture for receiving the bottom end of the flexible member therethrough. The flange portion is adapted for contacting the tube and transmitting the load of the weight-bearing shelves received by the tube to the flexible member. Shelves are attached to one or more of the tubes, preferably to four or more tubes. A method for hanging shelves using one or more of said apparatus is also provided.

Abstract: An extendable and retractable golf club holding rack, which is designed to be mounted in a stationary position in the ground. In the retracted position, a holding rack is set within an outer wall of an outer housing. A latching mechanism maintains the holding rack inside the outer housing. Upon release of the latching mechanism, the holding rack extends via a spring mechanism above the outer housing and above ground level. The top portion of the holding rack has elongated slotted openings for receiving golf clubs. After use, the holding rack is pushed in a downward motion, which allows the latching mechanism to re-engage, maintaining the holding rack in the retracted position within the outer housing.

Abstract: A cooking device for cooking sweet corn allows the ears of corn being cooked to be suspended within a microwave oven cavity so that the corn may be cooked in a greatly reduced time compared to conventional cooking methods, while providing even cooking results. The cooking device comprises a base supporting one or more vertical supports capable of suspending ears of corn within a microwave oven cavity. Holders, inserted into the ends of ears of corn to be cooked, are received by the vertical support(s) for suspending the ear of corn.

Abstract: A hinged swing bracket assembly for a telecommunications rack system has first, second and third arms. The first arm has a first end and a second end and is adapted to be connected to a support. The second arm has first and second ends. The first end of the second arm is pivotally connected to the first arm and the second end of the second arm is releasably connected to the first end of the first arm. The third arm has first and second ends. The first end of the third arm is pivotally connected to the second end of the second arm, and the second end of the third arm is releasably connected to the first end of the second arm.

Abstract: A wire storage rack for storing pots, pans, skillets and lids comprising a plurality of wire members, each of which is provided with a plurality of sleeve assemblies providing horizontal and vertical adjustment of the wire members. Each sleeve assembly is constructed of a sleeve with a freely rotatable threaded nut mounted on one end. A plurality of anchor legs are mounted to the sleeve assemblies for anchoring the wire storage rack and an offset “U” shaped wire member with a plurality of shaped upright rods is secured to said sleeve assemblies.

Abstract: A wheel rim stacking apparatus to stack at least two wheel rims in a co axial and vertical relationship. The apparatus including an annular flange including an inwardly directed substantially cylindrical shaped wall of a diameter substantially commensurate with the outside diameter of the bead of a wheel rim to allow the wheel rim to be located with the cylindrical wall to be located on the outside thereof, the cylindrical wall having an upper edge and a lower edge. The annular flange including therefrom a radially inwardly extending landing web positioned intermediate of the upper and lower edge of the cylindrical wall, the landing web presenting (a) an upwardly facing surface by which a lower positioned bead of the wheel rim can engage to provide a vertical support to an upper one of the wheel rims and (b) a lower surface to locate on top of the upper positioned bead of an adjacent lower one of the wheel rims.