Abstract: A decorated animal litter box enclosure for camouflaging an animal litter box or bedding area comprising one integral corrugated unit which can be configured along corrugated lines to create at least three upstanding sidewall sections. The outer section of the enclosure may be decorated. Further, the upstanding sidewall sections can be provided with at least one base flaps which can be tucked under the litter box or bedding chamber to provide rigidity and support. The upper surface of the upstanding sidewall sections may be provided with a support and/or stabilizing means and/or a support means, both of which also provide rigidity and support for the configuration of the enclosure. The base flaps, support means, and support and/or stabilizing means may all be used separately or in conjunction with one another and may be easily and quickly installed and removed for disassembly and storage or disposal.

Abstract: The present invention consists of an improved screen device for camouflaging a cut litter box or bedding area having two upstanding side support panels, one upstanding end support panel, with all of the support panels being hingedly interconnected. Further, each support panel is provided on its exterior surface with a standard attachment means, such as miniature hook/loop fastening elements, a plurality of bolts or screws, and/or channel hardware which is intended to interconnect to the following elements which are located on the interior of corresponding removable decorative panels: corresponding miniature hook/loop fastening elements, keyhole slots, or an inverted J-shaped hook.

Abstract: A process of sampling liquid elucidate from comestibles comprising the steps of disposing a receptacle in fluid communication with the elucidate from the comestibles, transporting the elucidate in the receptacle, dispensing the sample of elucidate from the receptacle, and analyzing the sample. A device for sampling liquid elucidate from comestibles includes a fluid flow conduit having two ends where the first end is designed to communicate with the elucidate and the second end is disposed in fluid communication with the sampling means.

Abstract: An amusement center for rear facing child seats consisting of a soft flexible display structure, a way of supporting the soft, flexible display structure, at least one entertainment item, and a way for attaching the entertainment item to the display structure. The amusement center provides intellectual and visual stimulation for infants ages birth to nine months. The display structure consists of a plurality of panels, each panel having a toy or similar entertainment item attached thereto. The display structure is made from cloth, vinyl, padded foam, or other flexible material to prevent trauma to the infant in case of an accident. The display structure is supported by clips or straps which hang over the back of a vehicle seat. The display structure may be supported by VELCRO.RTM. attachments to the vehicle seat. The attachable items may consist of photos or pictures, soft dolls or animals, or music boxes. The attachable items are attached to the display structure by way of snaps, magnets, VELCRO.RTM.

Abstract: A beverage coaster removably for adhering to a surface such that the beverage coaster does not cling to a beverage container includes a planar disc having an adhesive on the bottom side. In a preferred embodiment, the adhesive in provided in an arcuate strip positioned proximate the outer perimeter of the planar disc. The arcuate strip forms an arc between about 45 degrees and 225 degrees. A dispenser for a stack of beverage coasters is also provided.

Abstract: A briefcase includes a body portion defining a receptacle and having an open top, a flap formed of a pliable material and extending over the open top for closing the same, a handle and an anchoring means at each end of the handle for securing the handle to the flap. A backup plate is mounted in the flap and extends over substantially the entire area thereof and is formed of a metallic material which is relatively stiffer than the material forming the flap. A sheath covers each end of the backup plate and is disposed between the backup plate and the flap to protect the flap from wear. Strap anchors are disposed at each end of the body portion and are formed of a pliable material. Each strap anchor includes an upper leaf portion attached to the body portion and a lower leaf portion folded back under the upper leaf portion. Hook and nap fastening material are disposed on the contacting surfaces of the upper and lower leaf portions respectively.

Abstract: A briefcase includes a body portion defining a receptacle and having an open top, a flap formed of a pliable material and extending over the open top for closing the same, a handle, and an anchor at each end of the handle secures the handle to the flap. A back-up plate is mounted in the flap and extends over substantially the entire area thereof and is formed of a metallic material which is relatively stiffer than the material forming the flap. The anchors include a fastener extending through the flap and the back-up plate for fastening the handle to the back-up plate for supporting the case.

Abstract: A composition for stabilizing an enzyme-containing reagent, which composition comprises dextran and Cleland's reagent.