Abstract: A call handling mechanism provides a resource manager for controlling the allocation of functional modules to process a received call. Each of the functional modules can be implemented as a software application, preferably implemented in the form of a bean, such as a Java bean. The resource manager allocates the functional modules in accordance with the priority order. Different types of applications are given priority numbers within different ranges so that, for example, a voice application such as a voicemail application will always precede a facsimile application, which in turn will precede a data application. In this manner, reliable call answering can be provided using third party supplied call handling applications which are pre-allocated priority numbers in an appropriate range for the type of application.

Abstract: A carrier for holding an article, such as a package of snacks, is disclosed for use in conjunction with a beverage container. Several embodiments are shown for use in conjunction with either a bottle, can, or cup of the beverage. The article carrier includes a portion which is releasably secured to the beverage container, and a resilient clip which holds the package of snacks in association with the beverage container. The article carrier may be readily inserted onto, or removed from, the beverage container. Likewise, when the carrier is inserted onto the beverage container, the package of snacks may readily be added to or removed therefrom.

Abstract: A display unit is disclosed for protectively storing and presenting pallet-loaded products, typically soft drink packages, for manual removal therefrom. It includes a generally rectangular frame assembly, which is advantageously shipped to the site in a knockdown condition. The assembly is formed of a plurality of rods, connected by corner elements, and enveloped by a plurality of wall units having a front closure. A plurality of anchor plates are secured to spaced locations of the base frame and are positioned below a pallet-load of products to be dispensed, such that the weight of the products as transmitted to the anchor plates, retains the display unit in place on the ground support without necessitating any additional permanent anchoring means.

Abstract: A shelf organizer is provided for the storage and dispensing of a plurality of individual products. The shelf organizer is connected to the store fixture by a slide assembly which readily permits its movement between a retracted and extended position relative to the store fixture. A plurality of identical shelf dividers are adjustably positioned within the shelf organizer, so as to adjustably provide compartments of a desired width, in accordance with the product being dispensed. Each shelf divider includes a spring biased pusher bar for urging the products within an individual compartment to the forward most, or product dispensing position.

Abstract: A multi-sided display device for displaying selected advertising information corresponding to a particular product on display. The display device is rotatably mounted such that one of a plurality of display faces of the multi-sided display may be selected for viewing. A window opening on each display face is provided such that a customer may interactively select a variety of product information for viewing through the window opening. The device can be slidably mounted to a display shelf, peg board, floor stand, or other support surface such that it may be raised to an upright position in order to facilitate access to inventory codes or UPC codes on the end of the shelf.