Abstract: A first account profile is on a first mobile communications device and a second account profile is on a second mobile communications device. User input of transactional information is accepted on the first mobile communications device. The first account profile on the first mobile communications device is modified based on the transactional information. A message is transmitted including the transactional information to the second mobile communications device.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of a hanging tool support assembly provide a portable, adjustable support to hold and/or position a tool, such as a flashlight. For example, the hanging tool support assembly hangs or is otherwise suspended from a support line proximate to a work area. According to exemplary embodiments, the hanging tool support assembly includes a pair of inverted, J-shaped hangers, a downwardly extending arm, a movable support piece connecting the downwardly extending arm to a tool support base, the tool support base, and attachment means for supporting and/or holding a tool to the tool support base. In some embodiments, the hangers may further include additional safety and/or positioning components.

Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for routing a communication cable within a crawlspace. The apparatus has a chain dangling from a means for supporting the apparatus. A generally hook-shaped saddle supports a communications cable thereacross. The saddle has a crown, a stem downwardly extending from the crown, and a generally semi-circular section outwardly extending from the stem and forming the saddle. The crown includes an open-ended slot for sliding onto a link of the chain. The crown can be positioned along the chain, thus varying the height of the saddle along the chain and helping maintain a desired routing of the communication cable.

Abstract: The angle meter and spirit level apparatus can be affixed to a ladder and used to determine the angle at which the ladder is placed. The apparatus is also self-verifying in that it provides a way to know that the apparatus is operating properly. The apparatus also allows for a ladder or other similar device to be used as a carpenter's level or mason's level to determine true horizontal and also to determine the slope from the horizontal.

Abstract: The graduated pole strap apparatus can be wrapped around a pole, tree or the like and secured on each end to the rails of a ladder. Further, it contains markings calibrated in proportion to the length of the ladder to show whether the ladder is secured at a safe inclination. For an extension ladder, the markings are calibrated based on the rung on which the fly-lock mechanism is locked on the face of the ladder of a particular length.

Abstract: A holder for temporarily stabilizing an end of a flexible rod-like workpiece. The holder includes a magnetic core enclosed within a non-magnetic cover, the overall exterior configuration of the holder preferably being that of a cylinder or disc. An opening extends through the holder for receiving an end of the workpiece as the holder is magnetically attached to a ferrous support surface. A portion of the opening may be smooth so as to receive the rod like workpiece without threaded engagement, and another portion of that opening may be threaded so as to clean the threads of a cut-off segment of threaded rod.

Abstract: An apparatus for creating a through-hole in a building structure includes an elongated member defined by a first end and an opposite second end. The first end is defined by a penetrating point configured to form the through-hole in the building structure. The second end is defined by a receptacle device defining the second end. The receptacle device is configured to releasably retain a wire extending from the second end while the penetrating point penetrates the building structure.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for creating a through-hole in a building structure includes selecting a first location on a first side of the building structure that will define a first opening of the through-hole; disposing a magnet at the first location; selecting a second location on a second side opposite the first side via a magnetic pointer magnetically pointing to the magnet; and drilling the through-hole from the second side through the building structure in a direction indicated by the magnetic pointer creating the through-hole defined by the first and second openings on the first and second sides, respectively.

Abstract: A first account profile is on a first mobile communications device and a second account profile is on a second mobile communications device. User input of transactional information is accepted on the first mobile communications device. The first account profile on the first mobile communications device is modified based on the transactional information. A message is transmitted including the transactional information to the second mobile communications device.

Abstract: Caller identification information may be provided for a plurality of radiotelephone networks operated by a plurality of service providers. For example, a registry may be provided including a first serial number and a first identification other than the first serial number for a first radiotelephone registered for service with a first service provider operating a first radiotelephone network. The registry may also include a second serial number and a second identification other than the second serial number for a second radiotelephone registered for service with a second service provider operating a second radiotelephone network. A caller identification request may be accepted from the second radiotelephone network operated by the second service provider wherein the caller identification request includes the first serial number for the first radiotelephone.

Abstract: A layered fiber optic cable having a compressible layer for protecting the fiber optic core from damaging displacement due to force from the freezing of trapped ambient water. As ambient water within a protective conduit freezes, the water expands, applying a force on the fiber optic cable within the conduit. The compressible layer absorbs the expansion of the freezing water by compressing, therefore minimizing displacement of the fiber optic core and resulting signal degradation.

Abstract: This invention provides apparatus and methods of use for a climber catcher safety device having the means to securely engage the pole so that the safety device can hold or otherwise support a body belt attached to the fallen technician. In various embodiments, the safety device includes a flexible, elongated body comprising a first end and a second end, positioning means attached at the first end, and engagement means attached at the second end.

Abstract: A method for constructing a transmission line unit such that load coils can be selectively connected to a transmission line includes providing a transmission line section having a transmission line and a plurality of load coils electrically connected thereto, and connecting a switch terminal having a plurality of switches to the transmission line section. Each of the switches in the terminal is electrically connected to a respective load coil and is configured to selectively connect the respective load coil to the transmission line. Each switch may have a first switch position that connects the respective load coil in series with the transmission line, and a second switch position that disconnects the respective load coil from the transmission line. The load coils may be provided in an enclosure that is separate from the transmission line and the switch terminal. Related systems and terminals are also discussed.

Abstract: This invention provides apparatus and methods of use for a wire channel device that is positioned between an upper siding panel and a lower siding panel along the side of a building and that routes, supports, and/or secures one or more wires. According to embodiments of this invention, the wire channel device includes an upwardly extending arm, a transverse leg, and a wire channel having a downwardly extending leg, a channel portion, and a rear upwardly extending leg.

Abstract: An apparatus for receiving and retaining an independently powered light includes an elongated molded body having a first aperture extending through the length of the elongated molded body. The first aperture is further adapted to receive and retain the independently powered light. The elongated molded body also has a second aperture extending through the length of the elongated molded body. The second aperture is also adapted for attachment to a tool.

Abstract: The driver cap assembly of this invention includes a tubular body and a driver sleeve that may be positioned over and/or about an end of a shafted body. A force is applied to the driver cap such that the other end of the shafted body is driven into a surface. The driver cap facilitates a variety of shaft sizes and shapes. Alternate embodiments of this invention disclose a driver cap assembly that includes a tubular body and an H-shaped sleeve.

Abstract: An apparatus for retaining and pulling line through a raceway includes a line clamp and an attachment portion. The line clamp has a wedge fitted into a channel that is adapted to retain the line between the wedge and the channel. Further, the attachment portion is attached to the wedge and connects the line clamp to an end of a fish tape.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fish tape comprising a plurality of substantially round forms including a circular outer diameter with and without a cable attaching mechanism, a plurality of facets about the diameter, an elliptical outer diameter, a spiral groove extending along a longitudinal portion, one or more notches about the diameter and forming a repeating pattern along the longitudinal portion, and one or more corrugations about the diameter and extending along the longitudinal portion. Also disclosed is a fish tape device that includes the various fish tape forms described.

Abstract: An end assembly for a tape rule is disclosed. This end assembly has a hooking member for attachment to a free end of the tape rule. The hooking member includes a plate section, an elbow section, and an abutment section. The plate section is for longitudinal alignment along the free end of the tape rule. The elbow section upwardly curves from the plate section to the abutment section. The abutment section downwardly curves to a substantially perpendicular orientation to the plate section, and the abutment section downwardly extends below the tape rule. The hooking member is positioned to an article to be measured, and the abutment section contacts and frictionally engages an edge of the article.

Abstract: An apparatus for pulling line through a raceway includes a plurality of linked mounts and at least one attachment member. The at least one attachment member is attached to an end of the plurality of linked mounts and is adapted to releasably attach to an end of a fish tape. Further, the plurality of linked mounts is repositionable relative to one another.