Abstract: An apparatus for connecting a downrod to a mounting assembly and a motor housing of a fan. The mounting assembly and the motor housing are capable of receiving a differently sized downrod. The apparatus comprises a pair of adapters. The adapters each have a first end that engages an end of the downrod; a second end that engages either the mounting assembly or the motor housing; and a hollow interior extending between said first and second ends. In one alternative embodiment, the first end receives the downrod and includes: a pair of aligned apertures; and an aperture disposed between the pair of aligned apertures. The second end is threaded and engages either the mounting assembly or the motor housing. The second end includes a pair of aligned apertures on opposite sides thereof. The apparatus also includes a pair of pins to insert through the aligned apertures and a pair of fasteners for securing the downrod within the adapter. In another alternative embodiment, the first end inserts within the downrod.

Abstract: An apparatus for detachable connection of a ceiling fan motor housing to a ceiling mounting assembly. The ceiling fan downrod provides a standardized elongated tube that is connectable to a multitude of ceiling fan housings and assemblies, and provides a universal ground wire connection through a plurality of holes for electrical grounding of the apparatus. The downrod is an elongated tube with a hollow center, having a plurality of pairs of holes near each end of the downrod. Each open end of the downrod has a plurality of threads on the exterior surface of each end, the threads providing one connecting method to attach one end of the downrod to a ceiling mounting assembly, and the second end of the downrod to a motor housing of the ceiling fan. The downrod provides numerous options for connecting the downrod to ceiling fan assemblies, and provides versatility for attachment of electrical ground wires through the plurality of holes in the downrod.

Abstract: A nestable mailbox (10) having a tapered body (12) with an open first end (24) and a second end (30). The tapering of the body (12) is such that the first end (24) circumscribes a greater surface area than that circumscribed by the second end (30). A door (26) for the mailbox (10) is connected to the body (12) at the first end (24). The mailbox can then be nested with other like mailboxes by inserting the second end (30) of one mailbox into the first end (24) of another mailbox. The door of each mailbox in the nested arrangement can point downwardly frontwardly or downwardly rearwardly. The nestable mailbox may additionally, if desired, carry another door (76) at the second end (30).

Abstract: A cover for an aperture in a ceiling having a shell and a back panel. The shell includes: a wall; an interior portion; and an exterior portion. The interior portion has a tubular hub extending from the wall; fins extending from the wall and from the hub; and blocks extending from the wall. The hub has a central aperture and a distal end with a flange. The exterior portion has a recess cooperating with the hub on the interior portion. The back panel is nestable within the interior portion of the shell. The back panel has an aperture cooperating with the hub on the shell when the back panel nests within the interior portion of the shell. In such an arrangement, the back panel sits on upper surfaces of the fins and blocks. In order to attach to the ceiling, either the recess on the interior portion of the shell or the recess on the exterior portion of the shell is positioned between the mounting plate and the junction box.

Abstract: A vacuum assisted apparatus for cleaning the surfaces of a ceiling fan blade having a unitary housing defining a brush-lined aperture and having a dust receptacle for catching dust displaced by the brushes.

Abstract: A lightweight, highly maneuverable and extendable apparatus for cleaning ceiling fan blades, having a dust receptacle carried beneath a mounted brush which is designed to clean the exterior surfaces of a ceiling fan, the apparatus carried by a lightweight telescopic handle and capable of reaching high ceiling fans.

Abstract: A shelf-supporting assembly is provided with a vertical standard having a front and back portion, a shelf bracket extending outwardly from the vertical standard, a flange at a base portion of the shelf bracket extending inwardly in parallel with the front portion of the vertical standard, hook-shaped projection extending from the flange, spaced members defining gaps therebetween connecting the front portion of the vertical standard to the back portion, with the hook-shaped projections projecting through the gap defined between the spaced members, removably and supportably attaching the shelf bracket to the vertical standard.

Abstract: A vacuum assisted apparatus for cleaning the surfaces of a ceiling fan blade having a unitary housing defining a brush-lined aperture and having a dust receptacle for catching dust displaced by the brushes.

Abstract: A novel display stand is provided for supporting and displaying elongated objects which comprises a plurality of stacked semi-conical members defining spaces therebetween for insertion of elongated objects.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a frame which has a transparent window, such as glass, secured within it. The frame is attached at the bottom by hinges to vertical support members which are to be mounted to the wall or other surface where the display frame is to be installed. As a result, when in place, the frame moves downward when opened. A damping device is connected between the frame portion and a support member to greatly restrict the speed of movement of the frame and to provide support for the frame as it is opened. Preferably, the frame is held open in a generally horizontal position by the limit of travel in the damper.

Abstract: For providing double gravity feed type shelving for use in conjunction with refrigerated article display units, a gravity feed shelf unit is provided and comprises a main chute structure arranged to be inclined so as to feed articles in the direction of inclination thereof and supplementary chute structure disposed alongside said main chute structure and similarly inclined so as to feed articles in the direction of inclination thereof, the supplementary chute structure being detachable so as to reduce the transverse dimension of the shelving structure if need be, the shelf units being specially adapted for interchangeable mounting one above the other whereby a single shelf in a refrigerated display unit is adapted for use as a double shelf display.

Abstract: For providing double gravity feed type shelving for use in conjunction with refrigerated article display units, a gravity feed shelf unit is provided and comprises a main chute structure arranged to be inclined so as to feed articles in the direction of inclination thereof and supplementary chute structure disposed alongside said main chute structure and similarly inclined so as to feed articles in the direction of inclination thereof, the supplementary chute structure being detachable so as to reduce the transverse dimension of the shelving structure if need be, the shelf units being specially adapted for interchangeable mounting one above the other whereby a single shelf in a refrigerated display unit is adapted for use as a double shelf display.

Abstract: To provide support for a plurality of shelf elements disposed one above another, each shelf element is provided with one or more apertures for receiving tubular shelf supporting posts and each aperture is arranged to be closed by means including a support sleeve projecting from a lower surface of each shelf element together with support means mounted on the inner surface of said support sleeve for supporting and positioning suitable closure means disposed within each shelf aperture and mounted on said support means so as to provide a partial closure therefor but which is adapted to receive the lower end of a support post for another higher shelf. Each shelf element affords a multiplicity of arrangements for receiving mounting posts so that the unused shelf apertures are partially closed so as not to derrogate from the function of the shelf as a supporting device for various items to be supported or displayed.

Abstract: An open container includes an outer part formed of molded polyurethane and an inner liner of preformed plastic material, the polyurethane being placed in an open mold cavity and a center core plug having a plastic liner disposed thereabout is inserted into the open mold cavity to occupy a predetermined positional relationship therewith so that when the polyurethane is allowed to foam, rise, set and cure, the liner is securely bonded thereto to form a mechanically strong heat insulated container for displaying consumer items such as soft drinks immersed in ice water disposed within the container.

Abstract: For providing double gravity feed type shelving for use in conjunction with refrigerated article display units, a gravity feed shelf unit is provided and comprises a main chute structure arranged to be inclined so as to feed articles in the direction of inclination thereof and supplementary chute structure disposed alongside said main chute structure and similarly inclined so as to feed articles in the direction of inclination thereof, the supplementary chute structure being detachable so as to reduce the transverse dimension of the shelving structure if need be, the shelf units being specially adapted for interchangeable mounting one above the other whereby a single shelf in a refrigerated display unit is adapted for use as a double shelf display.