Abstract: A power supply assembly and method for installing in a retail store environment are described. The power supply assembly is relocatable for providing power and/or data to a particular location within the retail store environment. The power supply assembly can provide power and/or data from a power source above a dropped ceiling to a powered fixture without the ceiling panel being set askew, in a manner that may be more aesthetically pleasing and that can satisfy building code requirements. The power supply assembly can be movable to various locations in the retail store environment and does not require installation of a structure such as, but not limited to, a power pole or other beam-like structure in which power cords may be contained.

Abstract: A power supply assembly and method for installing in a retail store environment are described. The power supply assembly is relocatable for providing power and/or data to a particular location within the retail store environment. The power supply assembly can provide power and/or data from a power source above a dropped ceiling to a powered fixture without the ceiling panel being set askew, in a manner that may be more aesthetically pleasing and that can satisfy building code requirements. The power supply assembly can be movable to various locations in the retail store environment and does not require installation of a structure such as, but not limited to, a power pole or other beam-like structure in which power cords may be contained.

Abstract: Maggot debridement therapy dressing embodiments and methods are discussed for the treatment of a variety of indications including wound care, including septic wound care and the like.

Abstract: Antimicrobially-primed medicinal maggots and therapy methods are described for the treatment of a variety of indications including, without limitation, infected or non-healing wounds, soft tissue infection and the like (e.g., gangrenous or infected wound).

Abstract: Maggot debridement therapy dressing embodiments and methods are discussed for the treatment of a variety of indications including wound care, including septic wound care and the like.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for establishing a personalized connection with a network from a variety of different terminals and/or ports connected with the network. Subscribers to the network can be provided with a unique subscriber ID that may be used by the network to identify the subscriber. Furthermore, based on the subscriber ID, the network or a network customizing device can access a subscriber profile in order to personalize a connection with the subscriber. Additionally, the subscriber profile can be used by the network service provider for billing purposes.

Abstract: A system for providing sequenced communications to members of a defined telecommunication group is provided. The system is accessible to a communicating user connected to a telecommunication network and includes an interface for providing the communicating user with the ability to initiate a sequence of separate communications to each of a plurality of members in the defined group, without the communicating user having to initiate separate communication sessions for each member. The system may permit communications to be made using one or more telecommunication modes such as telephone calls, instant messages, e-mail messages, or voice mail messages.

Abstract: A system, apparatus and method automatically update address information of a user's outgoing and incoming messages to/from a communication network thereby relieving the user of the burden of manually entering address changes into a user address book. A plurality of users are coupled through terminals to a server in the communication network for exchanging telephone, CATV, Internet, intranet for messaging, facsimile, etc purposes. The server includes a message store; stored message profile; and is coupled to a change server linked to a network. The change server includes search rules and change options provided by the users in directing the change server in finding correct and alternative address information when erroneous or unknown information is detected in the outgoing and incoming messages. Each user address book includes a series of contacts for each user. Each contact is identified by an identification number, ID, including a name and address.

Abstract: A system and method for offering a service upgrade to a service user. The system includes a server that monitors utilization by the user and evaluates the user's utilization pattern to determine which, if any, service upgrades may be appropriate for the user. Once a set of candidate service upgrades has been identified, the server then determines whether there is sufficient available capacity to accommodate the provision of such additional services. If such capacity exists, the user is offered the service upgrade. Since the offer is not made unless there is shown to be sufficient available capacity, once the offer is made, the system is able to implement the upgrade in real time with the user's approval.

Abstract: A system and method for providing sequenced communications to members of a defined telecommunication group is provided. The system is accessible to a communicating user connected to a telecommunication network and includes an interface for providing the communicating user with the ability to initiate a sequence of separate communications to each of a plurality of members in the defined group, without the communicating user having to initiate separate communication sessions for each member. The system may permit communications to be made using one or more telecommunication modes such as telephone calls, instant messages, e-mail messages, or voice-mail messages.

Abstract: A dishwasher lock includes a first component adapted to be secured to the underside of a counter top directly above the forward upper edge of a dishwasher and a second component slidably and detachably secured to the first component. The second component includes an L-shaped plate adapted to be disposed in overlying engagement with the front of a dishwasher to prevent opening of the dishwasher door when the second component is secured to the first component.

Abstract: A blanket hold down device is formed from two plies of fabric stitched together about their edges with an open portion secured together by detachable closure elements to facilitate the insertion and removal of weighting material. A strap is provided on one surface of the hold down device for engaging and holding a corner of a blanket or the like and a security pocket is secured to the opposite surface of the hold down device. An apertured tab is also secured to an edge of the hold down device for the reception of a hold down stake.

Abstract: The insect pickup device is comprised of a plurality of detachable components including a first elongated head having a triangular cross-sectional configuration, a second elongated head having a rectangular cross-sectional configuration, an elongated handle structure having the first and second heads detachably secured at opposite ends thereof. The handle structure includes a plurality of tubular members and a dowel for interconnecting the tubular members to provide an elongated handle structure.