Abstract: Self-moving mechanisms, slides incorporating such mechanisms, i.e., self-moving slides and methods of self-moving slides are provided. An exemplary embodiment self-moving slide includes a first slide member and a second slide member slideably coupled to the first slide member. A self-moving mechanism is coupled to the second slide member for self-moving the first slide member relative to the second slide member. A dampener is included dampening the movement of the first slide member relative to the second slide member.

Abstract: Self-moving mechanisms, slides incorporating such mechanisms, i.e., self-moving slides and methods of self-moving slides are provided. An exemplary embodiment self-moving slide includes a first slide member and a second slide member slideably coupled to the first slide member. A self-moving mechanism is coupled to the second slide member for self-moving the first slide member relative to the second slide member. A dampener is included dampening the movement of the first slide member relative to the second slide member.

Abstract: A liquid feed system supplies liquid from a collapsible container to at least one liquid dispenser. At least one line couples, in fluid communication, the collapsible fluid container to the at least one liquid dispenser. The liquid feed system may include first and second collapsible containers, with the first collapsible container at an elevation higher than the elevation of the second collapsible container. The first and second collapsible containers are coupled, in fluid communication, to one another and to at least one liquid dispenser by at least one connecting line. Other embodiments of the liquid feed system provide for a series connection between the first and second collapsible containers, and the second collapsible container and the at least one dispenser.

Abstract: A liquid feed system supplies liquid from a collapsible container to at least one liquid dispenser. The collapsible container is positioned at an elevation lower than the elevation of the at least one liquid dispenser. At least one line couples, in fluid communication, the collapsible fluid container to the at least one liquid dispenser. The liquid feed system may include first and second collapsible containers, with the first collapsible container at an elevation lower than the elevation of the at least one liquid dispenser and higher than the elevation of the second collapsible container. The first and second collapsible containers are coupled, in fluid communication, to one another and at least one liquid dispenser by at least one connecting line. Other embodiments of the liquid feed system provide for a series connection between the first and second collapsible containers, and the second collapsible container and the at least one dispenser.

Abstract: A washing system for dispensing a liquid cleanser or lotion includes a housing enclosing a first and second reservoir, a tube system for connecting in fluid communication the first and second reservoirs to a manual valve that is located on or outside of the housing. The first reservoir comprises a collapsible, airtight bag containing liquid cleanser or lotion, and is located above the second reservoir, such that soap or lotion will flow into the second reservoir from the first reservoir due to gravity when the first reservoir bag is installed. The second reservoir provides additional liquid storage for use between replacement of the first reservoir.

Abstract: A pull handle for dispenser machines having a first arm and a second arm. The second arm may be articulated and translated about an axis. The joint between the first and second arms is configured such that the second arm may be secured into and released from a first position. The first position facilitates accessible engagement of the pull handle.

Abstract: A liquid feed system supplies liquid from a collapsible container to at least one liquid dispenser. At least one line couples, in fluid communication, the collapsible fluid container to the at least one liquid dispenser. The liquid feed system may include first and second collapsible containers, with the first collapsible container at an elevation higher than the elevation of the second collapsible container. The first and second collapsible containers are coupled, in fluid communication, to one another and to at least one liquid dispenser by at least one connecting line. Other embodiments of the liquid feed system provide for a series connection between the first and second collapsible containers, and the second collapsible container and the at least one dispenser.

Abstract: A washing system for dispensing a liquid cleanser from a collapsible container, with a plurality of dispensers, each dispenser having a positive displacement pump, a mount for mounting the pump on a dispenser support, and a connection for connecting the pump to a flexible supply line, a container support for supporting a collapsible container of liquid cleanser, and a flexible supply line for connecting the collapsible container to each of the pumps, with a one-way valve in the line for blocking fluid flow to the collapsible container while permitting fluid flow from the collapsible container to the dispensers. A secondary reservoir may be provided to permit continued service when the main reservoir is empty or is being replaced.

Abstract: A washing system for dispensing a liquid cleanser from a collapsible container, with a plurality of dispensers, each dispenser having a positive displacement pump, a mount for mounting the pump on a dispenser support, and a connection for connecting the pump to a flexible supply line, a container support for supporting a collapsible container of liquid cleanser, and a flexible supply line for connecting the collapsible container to each of the pumps, with a one-way valve in the line for blocking fluid flow to the collapsible container while permitting fluid flow from the collapsible container to the dispensers. A secondary reservoir may be provided to permit continued service when the main reservoir is empty or is being replaced.

Abstract: The present invention provides an ambulatory assistance device such as a grab bar or the like which pivots between a non-in-use and an in-use position. The pivoting of the device is assisted by a torsion member acting between the base member and the body. The torsion device is selected so as to retain the body in its non-in-use position when placed in that position. The weight of the pivoting body of the present invention overcomes the force generated by the torsion member when the body is placed in the in-use position so as to retain that orientation. Moreover, the torsion member acts to assist the user of the device in counteracting the weight of the pivoting body member when the body member is moved between the non-in-used position and the in-use position.

Abstract: A system for dispensing liquids, particularly a system for dispensing liquid soap through at least one hand-operated pump. The system includes a pump, a main reservoir for holding a first quantity of the fluid to be dispensed, and an auxiliary reservoir for holding a second and generally smaller quantity of fluid. The main reservoir, auxiliary reservoir, and pump are in fluid communication with one another through a coupling. The system and coupling are configured so that the fluid is drawn preferentially from the main reservoir, with fluid being drawn from the auxiliary reservoir only when the main reservoir is substantially emptied of fluid. Additionally, any fluid that is drawn from the auxiliary reservoir will be replenished automatically by fluid in the main reservoir as long as any fluid is present in the main reservoir.

Abstract: A washing system for dispensing a liquid cleanser from a collapsible container, with a plurality of dispensers, each dispenser having a positive displacement pump, a mount for mounting the pump on a dispenser support, and a connection for connecting the pump to a flexible supply line, a container support for supporting a collapsible container of liquid cleanser, and a flexible supply line for connecting the collapsible container to each of the pumps, with a one-way valve in the line for blocking fluid flow to the collapsible container while permitting fluid flow from the collapsible container to the dispensers. A secondary reservoir may be provided to permit continued service when the main reservoir is empty or is being replaced.

Abstract: A fluid dispenser such as a soap dispenser or the like. The dispenser includes a sleeve and a pump rotatably disposed inside the sleeve. A swivel is substantially fixed to the pump and rotatable inside the sleeve. The dispenser is configured so that fluid is drawn from a reservoir, through the swivel and into the pump. From the pump, the fluid is dispensed through a spout to the user.

Abstract: A fluid dispenser having a container, a cap for the container, and a dispenser valve for the container, the container being a one piece molded item having a front, a back, a left side, a right side and a bottom, with each of the sides having an outer wall and an inner wall, with the inner walls, the front, the back and the bottom forming the container with an open top, with the cap mounted on the container at the open top, and with the front of the container having an opening for receiving the dispenser valve and a second opening for receiving an inspection window. A sanitary napkin and tampon disposal container.

Abstract: A washing system for dispensing a liquid cleanser includes a dispenser having a positive displacement pump and a collapsible bag containing the liquid cleanser. The dispenser includes an inlet and an outlet to the positive displacement pump. The collapsible container includes an outlet. A container support means supports the collapsible container. A flexible supply line connects the collapsible container to the pump. The flexible supply line also has a first end connected to the outlet of the collapsible container and a second end connected to the inlet to the pump. A one way valve in the flexible supply line blocks fluid flow to the collapsible container while permitting fluid flow from the collapsible container to the dispenser.

Abstract: A replaceable valve system for a fluid dispenser having a container with an opening for slidingly receiving the valve system, including an outer sleeve having an inlet end and an outlet end and being slidable in the container opening, the outer sleeve having a valve seat adjacent the inlet end thereof, a plunger slidable in the outer sleeve and having an internal passage for fluid flow from an inlet end to an outlet end, a one way valve positioned adjacent the inlet end for permitting fluid flow from the plunger inlet end to the outlet end while blocking fluid flow from the outlet end to the inlet end, an inner sleeve carried within the outer sleeve, a first spring carried between the plunger and inner sleeve urging the plunger and inner sleeve away from each other, a second valve positioned within the inner sleeve, a second spring positioned between the second valve and inner sleeve urging the second valve into sealing engagement with the outer sleeve valve seat for blocking fluid flow from the outer sleeve

Abstract: An adapter for enabling a single sheet towel dispenser to dispense towels from a roll. The single sheet towel dispenser has a housing with an access opening and a towel support tray within the housing, the tray having a dispenser slot for movement of a towel resting on the tray downward through the slot and outward to the access opening. The adapter has a first member and a second member, each having a lower section and an upper section, with the members joined together at the lower sections to define a towel passage therebetween, with the towel passage of a size to slide downward through the dispenser slot of the tray, and with the upper sections of the members curving away from each other and each terminating in a support section for resting on the tray.

Abstract: A fluid dispenser having a fluid container, a spout, and a pump for pumping fluid from the container out to the spout and having a piston for moving vertically along a piston axis. The spout has an inner end connected to the piston through a piston cap, with downward pressure on the piston cap moving the piston downward and actuating the pump. The spout also has a center section, an outer end with an outer bend, and an inner end with an inner bend, the piston has an upper end, and the spout inner end and the piston upper end have interengaging threaded portions coaxial with the piston axis. The piston cap has a body with a central opening coaxial with the piston axis and a lateral opening connecting with the central opening for receiving the spout, with the piston cap rotatable with the spout as the spout inner end is threaded into the piston upper end.