Abstract: A footwear manufacturing conveyor system includes a rail system. A first rail and guideways positioned within the boundary of the first rail provide at least one path of travel along the rail system. A propulsion system with a plurality of electrical coils is configured to provide magnetic propulsion. A vehicle has a magnet is configured to interact with the propulsion system. A receiving part is adapted to receive a footwear last. A load bearing element has a primary surface which is configured to engage with the first rail and an opposite secondary surface. The rail system further includes a second rail, positioned at an opposite side of the load bearing element.

Abstract: A sock applying device for helping a user put a sock on his feet comprising a first extension pole; a second extension pole; a first connector pole and a second connector pole for connecting the first extension pole to the second extension pole; a first threaded rod spanning the first extension pole; a second threaded rod spanning the second extension pole; a first spring-loaded clamp for grasping the sock disposed on the second end of the first threaded rod, wherein the first spring-loaded clamp is moveable between a closed position and an open position; and a second spring-loaded clamp for grasping the sock disposed on the second end of the second threaded rod, wherein the second spring loaded clamp is moveable between a closed position and an open position.