Abstract: A self-aligning belt pulley, in various embodiments, includes a cylindrical roller having one or more concave portions formed in a circumferential rolling surface. In some embodiments, one or more raised peaks extend circumferentially along, and radially outwardly from, the circumferential roller surface. In various embodiments, a cylindrical roller couples with a pivoting mechanism having an elongated member that is offset and parallel to the circumferential rolling surface. The elongated member has a centrally located connection point that permits a pivoting bracket to be attached to it, thereby creating a pivot point that is anchored at an opposite end portion and automatically adjusts a position of the cylindrical roller. The pivoting mechanism may also function as a tensioning device.

Abstract: A boat guide is coupled with a boat support and includes one or more float assemblies. The float assemblies are coupled with the boat support such that forward and rearward ends of the float assemblies are movable between lower and upper positions with respect to the boat support. The float assemblies are independently moveable with respect to the boat support. One or more boat guides may be positioned at the entrance of the boat support to help orient the vessel as it enters the boat support. A boat stop may be positioned at the end of the boat support to position the vessel along a length of the boat support. The boat guide is easily adapted for use with docks, slips, boat lifts, and trailers.

Abstract: A boat guide is coupled with a boat support and includes one or more float assemblies. The float assemblies are coupled with the boat support such that forward and rearward ends of the float assemblies are movable between lower and upper positions with respect to the boat support. The float assemblies are independently moveable with respect to the boat support. One or more boat guides may be positioned at the entrance of the boat support to help orient the vessel as it enters the boat support. A boat stop may be positioned at the end of the boat support to position the vessel along a length of the boat support. The boat guide is easily adapted for use with docks, slips, boat lifts, and trailers.

Abstract: A mobile ramp having sloped and horizontal platforms is presented for elevating a vehicle from the floor to provide easy access to the underside of the vehicle to service the same. The ramp is provided with wheels that are pivotably mounted to the frame of the ramp so that they can be extended to raise the ramp off the floor for ease of mobility. The wheels are also retractable to allow the ramp to be safely secured to the floor when it is in use. The retractable action of the wheels is mechanically responsive to the weight of a vehicle as it is wheeled on and off of the ramp, providing for a hands-free operation. While it is mobile, the ramp is further designed to be durable and simple to manufacture.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for supporting and displaying agricultural produce and sporting equipment are provided for forming decorative seasonal and sport related characters. An elongated rod serves as the vertical support for the produce and equipment. For outdoor use the rod can be secured directly into the ground or secured to a stand that is placed on the ground. The stand further allows the apparatus to be used indoors. In use, produce or equipment is either threaded onto the rod, after opposing holes are cut into the produce or equipment, or adjustable ring platforms can be positioned on the rod so that the platforms extend generally perpendicularly from the rod to support the produce or equipment in a vertical manner. An arm platform is provided that can be adjustably secured to the rod and positioned to form the character's arms. The platform is adapted to hold additional produce or equipment as desired.

Abstract: A mobile ramp having sloped and horizontal platforms is presented for elevating a vehicle from the floor to provide easy access to the underside of the vehicle to service the same. The ramp is provided with wheels that are pivotably mounted to the frame of the ramp so that they can be extended to raise the ramp off the floor for ease of mobility. The wheels are also retractable to allow the ramp to be safely secured to the floor when it is in use. The retractable action of the wheels is mechanically responsive to the weight of a vehicle as it is wheeled on and off of the ramp, providing for a hands-free operation. While it is mobile, the ramp is further designed to be durable and simple to manufacture.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for supporting and displaying agricultural produce and sporting equipment is provided for forming decorative seasonal and sport related characters. An elongated rod serves as the vertical support for the produce and equipment. For outdoor use the rod can be secured directly into the ground or secured to a stand that is placed on the ground. The stand further allows the apparatus to be used indoors. In use, produce or equipment is either threaded onto the rod, after opposing holes are cut into the produce or equipment, or adjustable ring platforms can be positioned on the rod so that the platforms extend generally perpendicularly from the rod to support the produce or equipment in a vertical manner. An arm platform is provided that can be adjustably secured to the rod and positioned to form the character's arms. The platform is adapted to hold additional produce or equipment as desired.