Abstract: A cabinet system that is configured to be installed in a kitchen of a residential structure wherein the cabinet system is configured to store and provide access to small electrical appliances. The cabinet system of the present invention includes a base cabinet and an upper cabinet in vertical alignment. A backboard is present between the base cabinet and upper cabinet having an opening to a recess area located behind the base cabinet and upper cabinet. A movable backboard is configured to open and close the opening. A moving cabinet is disposed within the recess area and is movable between a first position and a second position. A movement assembly is located at the top of the recess area and is operably coupled to the movable backboard and the moving cabinet.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and apparatus for charging electrically powered devices. In accordance with the invention, the device is powered by two storage devices. One storage device is capable of receiving a substantial charge very rapidly while the other storage device requires a longer time to receive a charge. The advantage is that the powered device can be used almost instantly and continually while at the same time rebuilding electrical charge.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for increasing the efficiency and speed of operations at businesses with drive through windows and extends feasibility of this facility to additional business enterprises. The method includes providing a series of ordering bays that are located at a distance from the business. A driver pulls up to one of the bays and enters an order via a cellular telephone and an order screen. From the bay the driver can order items from one of several adjacent businesses. The driver can then pull forward to a pick up window to retrieve the order. If further time is needed, the driver can wait in a nearby parking space. The entire method is carried out with a traffic pattern that efficiently routes traffic to avoid back ups.

Abstract: Disclosed is a plate warming apparatus for use in keeping food warm in a restaurant. The invention has four primary components: a serving plate; a heater assembly; a plate adapter for coupling the plate and heater assembly; and a base fixture that enables the adapter to be selectively coupled to the heater assembly. These elements allow the heater assembly to heat the underside of a serving plate and, thereby, keep food warm as it is delivered to and consumed at a user's table. The invention allows the heater assembly to be uncoupled from the underside of the plate and recharged as necessary for reuse on other serving plates.

Abstract: Disclosed is a caddy for use in storing kitchen appliances. The caddy includes a retractable cabinet comprising a number of individual storage units. The caddy can be extended from an out-of-the-way location via a hydraulic ram. Each of the individual storage units in the caddy includes its own outlet and power switch that are electrically connected to a main power supply. Thus, the caddy allows for the convenient storage and use of a large number of appliances.