Abstract: A watering device well-suited for use in watering soil that surrounds a plant includes an inlet adapted to receive a supply of water, an elongated length of rigid tubing shaped to define an outlet, the outlet being in fluid communication with the inlet, and a shut-off valve for regulating the flow of water from the inlet to the outlet. In use, the tubing is inserted deep into the layer of soil. The shut-off valve is then opened so that water is dispensed from the outlet, water being dispensed until the soil is thoroughly saturated with water. At that time, water present in the soil naturally drains downward which in turn results in substantial compaction of the soil. This process of compaction serves to eliminate the presence of any harmful air pockets in the soil.

Abstract: Pre-cast curbside access ramp and methods of making and installing the same. In a preferred embodiment, the pre-cast ramp is a quasi-trapezoidal member shaped to include an integrally formed curb portion, a trapezoidal central portion disposed behind the curb portion and a pair of generally triangular side portions disposed behind the curb portion and seamlessly transitioning from opposite sides of the central portion. The ramp is made using a forming apparatus comprising an inner form positioned within an outer form. The inner form, which is more shallow than the outer form, is filled with gravel. A steel grid is then positioned within the outer form and over the inner form. The outer form is then filled with concrete, which is then shaped, screeded, edged, grooved, troweled and allowed to harden within the outer form. When removed from the outer form, the bottom of the cast is provided with a weight-reducing recess.

Abstract: The present invention relates to router fixture having a base with a base aperture and a pair of slidably adjustable horizontal guides. The router fixture is designed to receive a precut template which defines the area of movement for a router used on the router fixture. The template fits into the guides and defines the area of separation between the guides and also provides an indication as to the area of a workpiece which is to be cut out on the workpiece.