Abstract: An apparatus for compressing flowable materials out of a tube includes a base member provided with a substantially flat surface and a rising flange at a first end. A compressing member is pivotally mounted to the base member in proximity to the first end and is provided with a compressing flat and curved surface. The compressing member is pivotally mounted to the base member such that a constant spacing is maintained between the curved surface and the base member for a portion of the rotation of the compressing member. This constant spacing is substantially equal to the thickness of the compressed layers of the tube. A hole may be formed in the flat surface of the base member near a second end of the base member to receive the outlet of the tube being compressed so that substantially all of the flowable material contained within the tube may be forced through the outlet of the tube. Friction enhancing structure may be provided on the curved surface of the compressing member.

Abstract: A toilet height conversion apparatus including a mounting block and a pivotally-connected raisable elevator, wherein the outer curvilinear surface of the elevator and mounting block substantially conform to the shape of an existing toilet, and the mounting block and elevator in the lowered position present the appearance of a toilet having a greater height. The conventional toilet seat and lid may be mounted onto the mounting block and toilet in the conventional manner utilizing extension bolts. The unit presents a pleasing appearance and has sanitary, including a forward splash shield and lateral drip edges on the elevator, as well as a gasket between the mounting block and the toilet. The elevator may be readily raised for cleaning of the toilet.