Abstract: A water-saving device for toilets is provided which when employed in a conventional toilet tank allows for flushing a conventional toilet employing an amount of water which is substantially less than usually employed. The water-saving device of the invention employs a combination of a lower float and an upper float; upon flushing, the lower float functions as a closure member for the orifice in the bottom of the toilet tank and the upper float is adapted to bear against the lower float to force the lower float to seat in the orifice of the tank after the level of water in the tank has been reduced to 75% or less of the water normally used in flushing a toilet. In addition, locking means and related control means are provided for releasing the upper float when the toilet is flushed and for locking the upper float in an immobile position when the flush has been effected.

Abstract: An adjustable coupling device is provided which can be secured to each of two sections of conduit, such as two hoses or pipes, by hand, without the need for employing tools. The coupling device comprises a socket member and a plug member which are adapted to be adjustably positioned with respect to each other as one or both members wear, said plug member being adapted to be removably and adjustably disposed in said socket member. The above plug member includes interior walls which define a bore, and securing means, such as teeth or recessed portions. The socket member comprises a body portion having a bore running therethrough defined by the interior walls thereof, which bore is adapted to receive said plug member in a manner such that the bore of said plug member is in communication with the bore of said socket member, and at least one connecting member attached to said socket member and adapted to engage said securing means of said plug member.

Abstract: Baby carriers are provided which may be deployed in a reclining position as a bed, in an upright position as a seat or chair, or semi-reclining or semi-upright position therebetween and which may be employed in conjunction with collapsible frames to provide strollers, carriages, high chairs, youth chairs, bathinettes and the like. One embodiment of the collapsible carrier involves three-way carriers which is easily converted from seat or chair into a reclining attitude to function as a bed. The three-way carriers include a head-back rest portion, body or seat portion and leg rest portion. Movement and positioning of one of the head-back rest portion and leg rest portion will cause corresponding opposite movement and positioning in the other.The baby carriers of the invention may also be employed without the above-mentioned support frames, as a self-sustaining unit and as such may function as a car bed, infant seat, youth chair and the like.

Abstract: A collapsible stroller frame is provided which includes seat support means, a pair of spaced apart front leg members upper portions of which are pivotally connected to the seat support means, a pair of spaced apart rear leg members upper portions of which include sliding means slidably engaged by the seat support means, handle support means a lower portion of which is connected to the seat support means and an upper portion being in telescoping relation to the lower portion, side bracing means connected to the sliding means of the rear leg members or to a portion of the seat support means, and upper bracing means in telescoping relation to the lower bracing means and operatively connected to the handle support means.

Abstract: A unique joint or stem is provided which may convert a conventional baby walker for pre-walking children into one that spins or rotates 360.degree., rocks, sways from side to side, rolls, bounces up and down, tilts from horizontal to vertical; the joint may include control means to limit any one or more of the above motions. The unique joint may be employed in conjunction with many other different type child holding devices (other than walkers) and supports therefor including high chairs, strollers, cribs, carriages, infant seats, swings, bathinettes, rockers, car beds, car seats as well as with various types of adult furniture, such as rocking chairs, recliners, exercise and gym equipment and playground equipment where any of the above-described motions are desired.

Abstract: Collapsible baby carriers are provided which may be employed by themselves as car beds, car seats, or infant seats or in conjunction with collapsible frames to provide strollers, carriages, high chairs, youth chairs, bathinettes and the like. One embodiment of the collapsible carrier involves three-way carriers which require no locks or fasteners, remain open as long as an infant is positioned therein and when desired, are easily collapsed. The three-way carriers include a head-back rest portion, body or seat portion and leg-foot portion. The positions of the head-back rest portion and the leg-foot portion may be adjusted independently of each other. Alternatively, movement and positioning of one of the head-back rest portion and leg-foot portion may cause corresponding opposite movement and positioning in the other.

Abstract: A series of related collapsible lightweight frames are provided which are adapted to be used in conjunction with carriers or seats to form strollers, carriages, high chairs, and the like.

Abstract: A juvenile chair has a seat portion, a back rest connected to the seat, two front legs and two back legs with each leg being pivotally connected to the seat portion. A pair of braces is included each of which respectively connects a front and back leg on each side of the chair. A cross brace removably connected to the pair of braces holds the legs in normal chair position, or on disconnection can be reconnected to the braces when the legs are pivoted upward so that they extend above the seat. A juvenile table having a table top, a joint and a support base is provided with the joint connecting the table top to the base. The joint has an outer sleeve with resilient flexible support structure disposed therein and spaced from the internal walls of the sleeve and connected to the table top so that the table top is free to move up and down, rock from side to side, or rotate.

Abstract: A series of related collapsible lightweight frames are provided which are adapted to be used in conjunction with carriers or seats to form strollers, carriages, high chairs, and the like.

Abstract: A series of related collapsible lightweight frames are provided which are adapted to be used in conjunction with carriers or seats to form strollers, carriages, high chairs, and the like.

Abstract: An adjustable coupling device is provided which can be secured to each of two sections of conduit, such as two hoses or pipes, by hand, without the need for employing tools. The coupling device comprises a socket member and a plug member which are adapted to be adjustably positioned with respect to each other as one or both members wear, said plug member being adapted to be removably and adjustably disposed in said socket member. The above plug member includes interior walls which define a bore, and securing means, such as teeth or recessed portions. The socket member comprises a body portion having a bore running therethrough defined by the interior walls thereof, which bore is adapted to receive said plug member in a manner such that the bore of said plug member is in communication with the bore of said socket member, and at least one connecting member attached to said socket member and adapted to engage said securing means of said plug member.

Abstract: An adjustable coupling device is provided which can be secured to each of two sections of conduit, such as two hoses or pipes, by hand, without the need for employing tools. The coupling device comprises a socket member and a plug member which are adapted to be adjustably positioned with respect to each other as one or both members wear, said plug member being adapted to be removably and adjustably disposed in said socket member. The above plug member includes interior walls which define a bore, and securing means, such as teeth or recessed portions. The socket member comprises a body portion having a bore running therethrough defined by the interior walls thereof, which bore is adapted to receive said plug member in a manner such that the bore of said plug member is in communication with the bore of said socket member, and at least one connecting member attached to said socket member and adapted to engage said securing means of said plug member.

Abstract: A system for forming a fluid-tight seal is provided which may be employed in a meter apparatus, faucet apparatus, filter apparatus and the like. The system includes a first member and a second member adapted to be seated in the first member, fluid inlet members connected to either members, at least two annular gaskets concentrically disposed about the second member and adapted to be forced against the first and second member when the second member is seated in the first member, and fluid is allowed to flow into contact with the gaskets, to form a fluid-tight seal between the members.

Abstract: A universal type locking or support frame is provided adapted for use in automobiles or other type vehicles to support and anchor a child's car bed and/or car seat, which frame includes base means for securing the frame within a vehicle, the base means being preferably deployed under a seat thereof, longitudinal support means, preferably comprising a pair of spaced apart members, pivotally connected to the base means and extending upwards therefrom, and adapted to be preferably deployed in abutting relation to the lower front of the bench portion of the automobile seat under which the base is secured, and extending above such bench portion. The bench portion and the portion of the pair of spaced longitudinal support means extending above same in conjunction with the bench portion of the automobile seat defines an area for supporting and confining a car bed or car seat in front to rear or side to side disposition.

Abstract: Collapsible baby carriers are provided which may be employed by themselves as car beds, car seats, or infant seats or in conjunction with collapsible frames to provide strollers, carriages, high chairs, bathinettes and the like. One embodiment of the collapsible carrier involves a two-piece telescoping carrier provided with a series of hinges, which requires no locks or fasteners; the two-piece carrier remains open as long as an infant is positioned therein and when desired, is easily collapsed. Two and three-way carriers are also provided which include a head portion, body portion and foot portion. The positions of the head portion and the foot portion may be adjusted independently of each other. Alternatively, movement and positioning of one of the head and foot portions may cause corresponding movement and positioning in the other.

Abstract: A unique joint or stem is provided which may convert a conventional baby walker for pre-walking children into one that spins or rotates 360.degree., rocks, sways from side to side, rolls, bounces up and down, tilts from horizontal to vertical, the joint may include control means to limit any one or more of the above motions. The unique joint may be employed in conjunction with many other different type child holding devices (other than walkers) and supports therefor including high chairs, strollers, cribs, carriages, infant seats, swings, bathinettes, rockers, car beds, car seats as well as with various types of adult furniture, such as rocking chairs, recliners, exercise and gym equipment and playground equipment where any of the above-described motions are desired.

Abstract: There is provided a clamping member for attaching one part of a two part coupling device to a conduit, such as a hose, said clamping member comprising a body section having a bore running therethrough and comprising a first end portion, an intermediate portion and a second end portion, said first end portion being adapted to be connected to one part of the two part hose coupling device.

Abstract: There is provided a clamping member for attaching one part of a two part coupling device to a conduit, such as a hose, said clamping member comprising a body section having a bore running therethrough and comprising a first end portion, an intermediate portion and a second end portion, said first end portion being adapted to be connected to one part of the two part hose coupling device.

Abstract: A universal type locking or support frame is provided adapted for use in automobiles or other type vehicles to support and anchor a child's car bed and/or car seat, which frame includes base means for securing the frame within a vehicle, the base means being preferably deployed under a seat thereof, longitudinal support means, preferably comprising a pair of spaced apart members, pivotally connected to the base means and extending upwards therefrom, and adapted to be preferably deployed in abutting relation to the lower front of the bench portion of the automobile seat under which the base is secured, and extending above such bench portion. The bench portion and the portion of the pair of spaced longitudinal support means extending above same in conjunction with the bench portion of the automobile seat defines an area for supporting and confining a car bed or car set in front to rear or side to side disposition.

Abstract: There is provided a clamping member for attaching one part of a two part coupling device to a conduit, such as a hose, said clamping member comprising a body section having a bore running therethrough and comprising a first end portion, an intermediate portion and a second end portion, said first end portion being adapted to be connected to one part of the two part hose coupling device.