Abstract: A removable plant container for growing and transporting plants having a base member in communication with a lateral support wall. The base member and lateral support wall define a receiving aperture, having a volume V, for receiving the plant and growing media therein. At least one removal device is in communication with the lateral support wall, the base member, or both. Actuation of the at least one removal device results in an increase in the volume of the receiving aperture from volume V to volume V′, thereby permitting the removal of the plant and growing media without damage to the plant root system of root ball.

Abstract: A decorative basket assembly is produced by wrapping a wrapping material about an outer periphery of a basket. The basket wrapping material forms both a bow and a closure in a sheet of material about the basket. Methods of wrapping a basket with a basket wrapping material which forms both a bow and a closure are also disclosed.

Abstract: A containment tank assembly is provided which includes an inner tank, and an outer vessel with a containment area therebetween. Discharge from the inner tank is provided through a discharge outlet preferably located adjacent the bottom wall of the inner tank, the discharge outlet extending through the outer vessel. Anchor assemblies are provided to tie down the roof of the inner tank and to abut the outside of the outer vessel. The outer vessel is preferably configured with substantially flat, vertical chord sections which are tangential to the cylindrical sidewall of the lower section of the inner tank. The inner tank is preferably provided with chutes which fit into notches along the upper margin of the outer vessel to permit liquid to flow from an internal trough back into the lower section of the inner tank and to resist relative rotational movement between the inner tank and the outer vessel.

Abstract: A paint tray is provide for applying paint evenly onto a commercial paint roller. The paint tray includes a centralized paint well and two opposing roller ramps. The ramps include a plurality of evenly spaced, upwardly extending spikes that engage the roller nap and aid in its rotation. The paint tray also has a plurality of roller end wipers located along a right and left side of the paint tray. The end wipers remove excess paint from the ends of the roller, which aids in eliminating drips and runs on the painted surface. The paint tray also has a four outboard legs that support the paint tray off of the ground and provide for increased stability and resistance to movement when applying paint to the roller.

Abstract: A container device with an adjustable volume is provided for holding and immobilizing solder spheres used in manufacturing printed circuit boards and other electronic assemblies. The container device includes a hollow containing portion having a first terminal end and a second terminal end with a side wall connecting the first and second terminal ends and a removable sealing mechanism connected to the first terminal end. An adjustable piston is positioned within the containing portion having a length and a width such that when the piston is inserted into the containing portion of the container device, the piston exerts a sufficient pressure against the side wall of the containing portion to rigidly position the piston within the container device. The pressure exerted by the piston forms a seal between the piston and the side wall of the containing portion, thereby preventing solder spheres contained therein from slipping between the piston and the side wall.

Abstract: A box shaped container having reinforcing ribs on its bottom has strips or a bottom plate formed unitarily with the container during the injection molding thereof and swingable about a film hinge on other ligature over the ribbed structure where it can be secured in place, thereby providing a riding rim and reinforcing the bottom.

Abstract: A standing box structure with multi-direction opening doors, more particularly, alignment portions that are installed relatively to a front panel and two side panels in the box structure, which is supported by two fixed horizontal bars and fastened by alignment portions that can loosen one side of the box, turn, and open. The present invention provides a special feature of time saving efficient and convenient in the maintenance and installation of wire circuits.

Abstract: A stand-by water tank for remote access fine suppression is adapted to be transportable to the fire by grappling of the tank about its balance point by a skidder grapple.

Abstract: Systems and methods for producing and storing pressurized liquefied natural gas (PLNG) are provided, wherein the systems and methods include (a) a natural gas processing plant suitable for producing PLNG; and (b) at least one container suitable for storing the PLNG, the at least one container comprising (i) a load-bearing vessel made from a composite material and (ii) a substantially non-load-bearing liner in contact with the vessel, said liner providing a substantially impermeable barrier to the PLNG. The systems and methods also preferably include (c) means for transporting the at least one container containing PLNG to an import terminal.

Abstract: A folding crate or container is provided having a translating hinge arrangement that allows a side wall of the crate to freely translate in a vertical direction when rotated into a folded position. By allowing opposing side walls to move vertically relative to a bottom component of the crate when folded, subsequent overlapping side walls will lay substantially flat and parallel to the bottom component when folded thereon. This in turn allows the overall height of the crate to be reduced when in the folded position without requiring a specific side wall folding sequence.

Abstract: A tote box is disclosed which incorporates a box, four corner enhancers and a top rail which is secured over the top edge of the erected walls of the box. In one embodiment, the box walls are held together with the corner enhancers and top rail without the benefit of any mechanical fasteners such as rivets or the like. The top rail is secured onto the box by an inwardly extending hook on one of the channel side walls which engages grooves formed in the box walls. The top rail has a vertical lip which facilitates stacking multiple tote boxes.

Abstract: A plastic container comprising a bottom portion which has a substantially rectangular bottom surface, a trunk portion which is formed by four planes which rise up vertically from respective sides of the bottom surface and which is substantially rectangular pipe-shaped, a mouth portion whose surface area of a portion surrounded by a horizontal cross section is smaller than the surface area of the trunk portion, and a shoulder portion which is narrowed down from the trunk portion to the mouth portion, characterized in that: the amount of the contents of the plastic container is 800 to 3000 ml; the average thickness of the trunk portion is 0.2 to 0.

Abstract: The present invention features a disposable, recyclable Dutch oven liner designed to simplify cooking with and cleaning a Dutch oven. Specifically, the Dutch oven liner of the present invention advantageously provides for a desirable cooking environment, allows easy removal of food, and provides simplified clean-up. The Dutch oven liner virtually eliminates the undesirable problems traditionally associated with cooking with and cleaning a Dutch oven. The liner is sized and dimensioned to fit various Dutch ovens and is placed within the Dutch oven prior to the addition of food. The liner is preferably comprised of a leak proof aluminum material possessing sufficient strength factors that enable it to be durable enough to withstand rigorous food preparation, handling, and cooking conditions. Once the food item is done cooking the liner can be pulled from the oven and thrown away or recycled.

Abstract: The invention relates to the connection of tubular sections (1, 2) of combustible propellant charge cases consisting of one or several windings of textile threads which are connected to propellants by binding means. Said charge cases are dimensionally stable and have a high level of mechanical resistance. The aim of the invention is to create a safe, resistant, tight connection and to ensure that cracks do not form unchecked during the connection process. To this end, the tubular sections (1, 2) to be connected are inserted into each other, said inserted tubular sections (1, 2) are connected by means of a non-releasable snap connection, and at least one longitudinal cut (3) is made in an axial direction, extending in the area of the connection.

Abstract: A covering system for use in connection with an appliance mount having a at least one self-closing tubular sleeve and a plurality of retaining rings. The retaining rings are adapted to engage a support structure. The sleeve wraps around the support structure and creates an inwardly directed clamping action which secures the sleeve to the rings.

Abstract: In order to provide a cost-effective plastic fuel tank and a method for producing same, which can be carried out in a simple way, the plastic tank is produced from two halves which are to be connected to one another. The halves emanate from a plastic casing produced by a blowing method and are severed along a line provided for this purpose.

Abstract: A stabilizing caddy for a pressurized gas container includes a base and a housing upstanding from the base. The housing has a cavity defined by a continuous side wall with an upper rim distant from the base and a longitudinal axis extending transverse of the base. The continuous side wall of the housing cavity is uniformly snugly supportively receptive of an outer surface of the pressurized gas container when the pressurized gas container is slidably received therein such that a longitudinal axis of the gas container is substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the cavity. The dimension of the housing at the upper rim transverse of the longitudinal axis is substantially less than that of the base. In one embodiment, the housing is substantially conical in shape. In other embodiments, the housing may alternatively be of solid material or of thin wall construction.

Abstract: A cargo container includes two tine tunnels disposed at the top of the container, for receiving the tines of a fork-lift truck. The tine tunnels fit between upper and lower header extrusions and a protection plate is provided to protect the container from the fork tines. Lifting the container at the top, rather than at the bottom, improves loading stability and minimizes container damage.

Abstract: A low depth bottle crate has a peripheral wall of uniform height, the peripheral wall including a pair of side walls and a pair of end walls. A longitudinal interior partition extends between the end walls and a plurality of transverse interior partitions extend between the side walls to thereby create a plurality of bottle receiving pockets within the peripheral wall. A crate bottom is connected to the peripheral wall, an upper surface of the crate bottom formed to include a bottle supporting platform for each bottle receiving pocket. The crate interior includes a plurality of columns located at intersections of the transverse partitions and the longitudinal partition, each interior column comprised of four discrete hollow posts, each having a convex surface facing radially into one of four of the bottle receiving pockets that surround each of the interior columns.

Abstract: A receptacle for containing compost is provided which can be easily assembled and disassembled as needed. The receptacle is formed of durable materials creating an attractive appearance to the yard or garden. Metal brackets form the corners and define angularly positioned slots for receiving wooden slats which provide the side walls. The slats can later be removed when compost is needed.