Abstract: An electronic messaging device includes a receiver configured to receive a message at one of a first operational frequency and second operational frequency. The messaging device can operate using a time synchronous protocol and can receive commands through over-the-internet-programming (OTIP) and over-the-air-programming (OTAP).

Abstract: Described is a method of manufacturing a metal cage reinforced concrete post using off-the-shelf materials and tools. The reinforcement cage is manufactured using pre-fabricated wire mesh. The wire mesh is flattened and cut using a specific pattern that provides for elements analogous to rods, stirrups, and extensions that are used to space the cage within a mold to insure optimal placement during concrete forming. The purpose-cut wire mesh is formed into a cage-like shape by use of a bending press, a hydraulic molding press, hand tools or other suitable means. The extension elements are subsequently bent to form lateral and vertical spacer elements which center the cage within a mold. The cage is then placed within a forming mold and concrete, or another suitable material, is poured in. Once the material is dry, the reinforced post is removed from the mold fully formed.

Abstract: A container and lid therefor in which the lid has annular or perimetral structure for mounting the lid on the container, as well as a dependent integral scoop for removal of a substance from a surface. The lid and scoop combination per se is especially intended for the removal of dog droppings, i.e. dog feces, from sidewalks, etc. in the urban environment. Thereafter, the lid-scoop member laden with dog feces may be fitted onto the open end of a used container such as a used standard steel can, e.g. a used and empty soup, vegetable or dog food can. The container lid features, in addition to the integral scoop, perimetral elements about the disc-shaped lid for securing the disc-shaped lid member to the circular top free edge of the open cylindrical container, e.g. a used standard steel can. These perimetral elements include inner and outer circular protuberances on opposite sides of an annular channel in the disc-shaped member.