Abstract: A nested stack of pre-formed decorative bows are compactly packed and dispensed therefrom. Each bow has a plurality of curled free ribbon ends emanating from a central region. The curled ends of the bows engage and envelop one another, thereby minimizing "dead" space.

Abstract: Improved flexible ratchet teeth are provided for allowing relative rotational movement of one peripheral surface relative to an encompassing peripheral surface. Such teeth allow relative rotational movement in one direction of rotation only during which the ratchet teeth of one peripheral surface slide over the ratchet teeth of the other. The flexible teeth which may be disposed on either or both peripheral surfaces prevent distortion of the encompassing peripheral surface obtained in the prior art when ratchet teeth of solid construction are employed.

Abstract: An improved synthetic resin support for fluorescent tubes is provided which uses a minimum of synthetic resin material in the manufacture thereof, while at the same time giving entirely adequate support and protection against breakage of packed fluorescent tubes. The supports of the invention are in the form of an integral preformed synthetic resin body presenting a plurality of elongated, fore and aft extending, open-top tube-receiving concave regions together with top wall sections between the respective tube-receiving concavities formed in a sawtooth configuration to provide additional support against crushing and tube breakage. The preferred supports in accordance with the invention are also provided with specially configured upwardly and downwardly diverging, alternating wall sections along the length of the concavities thereof for simultaneous supporting upper and lower fluorescent tubes within a carton.

Abstract: The invention describes a packaging container for jams, comprising a tube-shaped part (6) which consists of synthetic plastics coated paper and on one edge (9) of which there is an integrally molded closure means (5) which consists only of synthetic plastics material, with no carrier material and which has an annular surface (13) and an opening device (16 to 20), with a closure wall (16) at the end of an annular collar (4), the wall (16) being adapted to be torn out along a line of weakness (17) by a gripper device (20).The invention of such a container with a screwed closure means which has the necessary sealing-tightness and which can be produced in a similar way to milk containers is characterized in that the annular collar (4) is provided with an external screwthread (3) and in that a separate screwed lid with an internal screwthread can be screwed onto the annular collar (4), covering the closure wall (16) and gripper device (20).

Abstract: In a cassette for dispensing flexible tubing, the tubing is packed in a tightly layered mass between a tubular core and the vertical wall of a casing. Subsequently a cap is mounted in an expanded portion of the casing. The cap has a vertical part fitting the portion and a flange partially overlapping the pack. The cap is secured against rising by punching tongues out of the portion that engage in a groove in the part. The inner surface of part aligns with surface of casing. The junction beneath expanded portion prevents cap from descending as the tubing is dispensed from the top of the pack, over the core edge and through core.

Abstract: A portable valuables receptacle is disclosed which includes a mechanism for prevention of slippage of the receptacle out of a garment pocket in which it is positioned, and which further prevents removal thereof from the pocket by a pickpocket. A slide plate provided with a portion for reception of valuables is slidably mounted within a case and movable between two positions, one being a locked position and the second being a released position. In the released position the slide plate is moved outwardly of the case by spring action, thus causing the case and the slide plate to expand against the side margins of the garment pocket in which it is placed, thus placing a force against the side margins and thereby preventing removal thereof from the garment pocket. The valuables receptacle portion of the slide plate is arranged to receive valuable personal belongings such as a commutation ticket, driver's license, a key or the like.

Abstract: A key case is provided which contains an upper end portion with an opening, a lower end portion with an opening, and a sidewall extending between the upper and lower end portions and defining a cavity that is accessible through the opening of the upper end portion and through the opening of the lower end portion. The key case includes a key ring and apparatus, connected to the key ring, for raising the key ring into the cavity adjacent the upper end portion and lowering the key ring from the cavity through the opening of the lower end portion. The key case holds a plurality of keys in a neat, compact package that shields the keys from contact with a pocket or purse and minimizes jingling. Keys are easily added or removed from the key case and the key case is simple to operate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cover for computers which cover comprises a fabric member configured to conform to the general shape of the computer and which is sufficiently porous to permit effective heat dissipation and which is water resistant and static charge resistant. The fabric member contains at least one flap located in such a manner as to permit access to a disk drive access slot in the computer and which is capable of being closed after disk insertion and removal. The cover may also contain at least one opening which is located so as to permit access to external ports in the computer and to permit the cooling fan in the computer to vent without substantial interference.

Abstract: A waiters'/waitresses' wallet for holding order checks while a customer's order is taken, the wallet comprising a left and right hand cover, the left hand cover having a multi page pad thereon, and a plurality of clear plastic envelopes secured to the right hand cover, the envelopes having diagonal corner pockets for holding the checks while the order is taken, the envelopes holding the miniature menus or the checks after the order is taken. The multi page pad having perforated tabs which are removable and attachable to respective envelopes to identify particular tables/customers.

Abstract: A container includes a wall body having a projection extending inwardly from the internal wall surface of the wall body and a cavity extending inwardly from the external wall surface of the wall body into the projection with an opening which is located at the external wall surface. A rotatable member is rotatably and unremovably received in the cavity. A portion of the rotatable member protrudes out from the opening of the wall body. Whereby, the rotatable member can be rotated by a user's fingers so as to enhance the aesthetic quality of the container.

Abstract: A container for transporting and displaying a personal article, along with a printed publication. The container has a body and a cover which are pivotally connected together. A secondary chamber is formed below the body so as to create a cavity. An aperture is formed in a side of the second chamber to receive a slidable tray that is controlled by an activating means to move from a storage position to an extended position.

Abstract: A strong and rigid carrier of substantial size fabricated of melt processible plastic for flat glass panels being processed for use in flat panel displays. The carrier has a pair of light weight but rigid and strong end walls in confronting and spaced relation to each other. Each end wall has a periphery thereabout and central ribs with an inclined panel adjoining the central ribs and traversing the height of the central ribs. Outwardly extending mounting flanges adjoin the periphery with a multiplicity of annular bosses protruding inwardly from the flanges. Large openings are in the end walls to allow machine and fluid processing access to the glass panel within the carrier. The carrier has a front open side and two sidewalls in confronting and spaced relation. The sidewalls each have a multiplicity of elongate sidewall segments each preferably being tubular and oblong in cross section or having portions which extend transversely and obliquely of the peripheries of each end wall.

Abstract: A cartridge box which holds a plurality of cartridges in spaced apart relation to each other and prevents them from rattling while entirely enclosed in the box. A cover for the box can be partially opened for exposing a predetermined number of the cartridges and novel means is provided for moving the exposed cartridges into a position where they can be readily removed from the box without disturbing the remaining cartridges. The novel cartridge moving means includes a cartridge carrier that has a plurality of spaced apart openings that are inclined from the vertical so as to incline the cartridges and make them more readily accessible for removal.

Abstract: A sheath for a hypodermic needle or other sharp instrument which is adapted with an apparatus to protect the hand of a person attempting to insert the hypodermic needle or sharp instrument into the sheath and the protection apparatus, wherein the protection apparatus generally comprises a radial shield or a shroud extending out from the sheath a distance which is adequate to block, deflect, or separate a stray hypodermic needle which inadvertantly misses the entry port of the sheath from a person's sheath-holding hand.

Abstract: Packaging for a plurality of small packs, especially cigarette packs. Several cigarette packs (21) are combined to form small groups or bundles, so-called sticks (20). Each group of cigarette packs (21) is held together by means of a wrapping (22) consisting of paper, cardboard of film material. So that at least the bottom walls (27) of the cigarette packs (21) are exposed or are accessible, the wrapping (22) is open on at least one side (longitudinal side 28). The cigarette packs (21) are connected to one another and to the wrapping (22) by means of an adhesively bonded film strip (30) or by means of individual strips (36, 37). Markings can be made on the film strip (29). The packaging (stick 20) is simple to produce mechanically and is easy to handle.

Abstract: A storage and organizer holder for detachable socket wrench heads of the polygonal socket types, the holder including a base member with several parallel rows of dove-tailed slots in which a plurality of cross sectionally square posts having dove-tailed shaped downward extensions are slidably and frictionally engaged. The dimensions of the cross sectionally square posts are varied so as to correspond to the standard drive dimensions of the socket wrench sets and are preferably positioned in the dove-tailed slots of the base member of the holder in groups corresponding with each of the different sizes of the standard drive dimensions of the socket wrench sets. The holder is preferably formed of an extruded or molded synthetic resin, the synthetic resin being sufficiently resilient to hold the dove-tailed downward extensions of the cross sectionally square posts in desired position while at the same time permitting them to be moved to such position. Polyvinyl chloride is a suitable synthetic resin.

Abstract: A cover apparatus for protecting a video camera from dust and moisture while being used comprising a shield made of resilient, flexible material and having a length and width for being positioned over and along the upper portion of the camera in a bent semi-circular position therealong and supported thereby with a circular visor portion extending forwardly beyond the front end of the lens tube to shield it. A bag made of flexible collapsible and expandable cloth-like material provides a compartment of sufficient size to receive and entirely surround the video camera and shield.

Abstract: A spinner bait box and storage system is presented which enables a fisherman to conveniently store spinner baits and lures and to arrange them in specific categories. The spinner bait box is rectangular in shape and has front and back vertical side walls and end walls. On the inside of the front and back vertical walls are a number of corresponding projecting ridges which create individual spinner bait packet spaces. The individual spinner bait packets have a stiff back and a pliable clear plastic front which, when connected, form a pocket for spinner baits and lures. Each packet has a mouth at the top for easy insertion of the spinner baits. The spinner bait packets may be arranged in the packet spaces in any suitable manner and categorized by means of a tabbed index card which may also be placed in an appropriate packet space. The spinner bait box may have a hinged and latched lid and carrying handle. The spinner bait box may also be made so as to be placed inside of a conventional fishing tackle box.

Abstract: A carton or container is provided having a plurality of cells each capable of containing an article, such as a plastic or glass bottle. Side walls of the container contain cut-out windows through which articles enclosed in the package may be viewed. The bottom of the window cut-outs is generally v-shaped such that the articles can be quickly loaded into the container without hanging up, or lodging in the cut-out window.

Abstract: A soft luggage-type suitcase having three compartments enclosed by panels or lids hinged to a container having top, bottom and side walls. One of the compartments is closed by a lid having a wide rim at its free end and a narrow rim forming a hinge of the lid to the container. A diagonal rim connects the narrow rim to the wide rim. A universal hanger is connected to the wide rim. An extender panel is hinged to the top wall of the container and cooperates with the lid and universal hanger for the packing of long garments.