Abstract: A chrysanthemum plant named Oberon characterized by its small sized blooms with greyed-red ray florets and prolific branching early natural season flower date of August 4-7; blooming for a period of 6 weeks.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which forms on an abundant and substantially continuous basis attractive fragrant double blossoms that are Cardinal Red in coloration. The plant exhibits bushy growth habit, glossy foliage, and excellent disease resistance. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in parks and gardens.

Abstract: A distinct cultivar of Anthurium plant named `Lady Love`, characterized by its upright plant habit; freely clumping growth habit; durable dark green leaves that are ovate in shape; numerous inflorescences that are positioned upright and beyond the foliage on strong and erect scapes; durable, glossy pink spathes with green lobes; year-round continuous flowering; and good post-production longevity.

Abstract: A new and distinct Alstroemeria plant variety producing flowers of good quality and attractive coloration.

Abstract: An angular .[.auto-adjustive.]. .Iadd.auto-adjusting .Iaddend.skid-proof pad system on a baby .[.stroller.]. .Iadd.walker.Iaddend., which system is provided on the bottom of the chassis of the baby .[.stroller.]. .Iadd.walker .Iaddend.with a plurality of skid-proof pad seats which are provided thereon with a plurality of skid-proof pads of the shapes of undulated plates, and are provided on either side thereof with a protruding axle for engaging an axle hole provided each on a side plate on the chassis, the skid-proof pad seats can thus be adjusted in angular positions in the axle holes; thereby, when the rollers of the baby .[.stroller rush.]. .Iadd.walker move .Iaddend.out inadvertently into a stair way and are suspended in the air, the skid-proof pads can provide a braking function and prevent the baby .[.stroller.]. .Iadd.walker .Iaddend.from falling down.

Abstract: A portable hard disk drive connector with a parallel (printer) port control board including: a casing including an upper cover and a lower cover engaged with the upper cover; and a control board fixedly fitted in the lower cover and having a parallel (printer) port interface input connector partly protruding out the casing, a parallel (printer) port output connector partly protruding out of the casing, and a hard disk drive connector provided at its both ends with a rack thus forming a U-shaped frame for receiving a hard disk drive.

Abstract: The static mixing element in a flow channel (7) has at least two deflectors (30) disposed on mountings (20) at a distance from the channel wall. The deflectors form an angle W of from 10.degree. to 45.degree. to the main flow direction Z. They have different orientations and the projection FZ of the deflectors in the main flow direction amounts to from 5% to 50% of the channel cross-section F. Cross-flows providing very efficient transverse mixing are therefore produced in a simple manner. When dispensing tubes (20, 21) are used as mountings a very effective mixing device is provided.

Abstract: An apparatus for attaching a seat to a seat post comprises a cylindrical housing with oppositely oriented openings on the side of the housing. Top and bottom clamping pieces are positioned through the openings. Mating grooves on the ends of the clamps are adapted for placement and securing of a pair of rails affixed to the underside of the seat. A bottom block is disposed beneath the clamps and adapted for abutment against the clamps. The interior bottom portion of the housing is threaded, and the exterior top portion of the seat post is threaded for engagement with the threads of the housing, so that the seat post itself is tightened against the bottom piece, thus securing the seat rails within the clamps without need for tools or small components.

Abstract: A method of assessing a ships weight so as to e.g. assist in its design and development, or to ascertain its actual center of gravity or its loaded state, comprises positioning the ship on a dry dock platform made up of a number of articulatedly joined sub platforms connected for lifting and lowerng by hoist winches. The hoist winches include signal devices which signal the load each is supporting, to a computer and visual display unit which displays the loads. The computer computes e.g. the center of gravity or the ships weight, in the displacement of the center of gravity from its designed position, the information then being passed to the designer.

Abstract: An electrolytic cell for generating a mixed oxidant that is rich in ozone is disclosed. The cell disassociates a brine solution to generate ozone and chlorine based oxidants. The improved cell design allows the ratio of ozone to the other oxidants to be optimized, thereby providing a more efficient sterilization solution. The ozone production is adjusted by adjusting the residence time of the brine solution in the cell and the orientation of the cell.

Abstract: A radio transceiver having digitally-corrected temperature-compensated crystal oscillators (DTCXOs) including digital frequency temperature compensation circuits that are temporarily suspended from being updated, such that temperature compensation updates that can generate noise during periods of reception and transmission that could interfere with the audio channel and/or signal synchronization will be postponed. Temperature is converted to a digital signal that is then used to address a PROM. The PROM outputs a correction word appropriate for the temperature reading and inputs this to a latch. A timing control loads the latch after data has settled. The latched correction word is connected to a bank of switches and capacitors that trim the frequency of the crystal oscillator. During radio transmission and/or reception, the latch will be suspended from loading any new correction words. The last valid correction word, however, will remain.

Abstract: The present invention is an anchor for securing a suture in the body. The anchor includes a tubular wall having a central axis. The tubular wall has a proximal end and a distal end each free of axially inwardly extending slots. The tubular wall has an inner surface extending for the entire length of the tube and defining in the anchor a central opening extending between the proximal end and the distal end. The anchor has a width less than its length. A suture may extend through the anchor within the central opening. First and second end portions of the suture extend out of opposite ends of the anchor and are sufficiently long to project out of the body when the suture is secured in the body by the anchor. The anchor has an anchoring orientation in the body achieved by manipulation of the distal end of the anchor by pulling on the second end portion of the suture.

Abstract: A ballistic resistant protective garment having a ballistic resistant pad which has at least three panels including a first panel constructed of a plurality of overlying layered sheets in which each sheet is constructed of a first type of high tensile strength woven fiber, a second panel constructed of a plurality of overlying layered sheets in which each sheet is constructed of lyotropic liquid crystal polymer material, and a third panel constructed of plurality of overlying layers of composite body armor material positioned at a body side of the pad in which the first, second and third panels are in overlying relationship to one another to form the pad. The employment of the panel of layered sheets of lyotropic liquid polymer fibers introduces a synergistic effect with the ballistic resistant materials of the other panels.

Abstract: A welding helmet includes a removable lens cartridge assembly which is slidingly received by a slot at the front of the welding helmet. The lens cartridge assembly includes a picture frame slot into which a face lens may be friction fit by insertion from the side. Additional filters and lenses may be held in place within the cartridge by a removable frame assembly that has a plurality of integrally formed but resilient finger extensions which press against the filters as they are placed within the cartridge. The frame assembly mechanically interlocks with the removable cartridge with a plurality of locating tabs and slots. The cartridge assembly itself is also mechanically positively interlocked to the welding helmet with a locating nib and receiving hole near the bottom of the slot.

Abstract: A hat is provided to protect a wearer's head from the elements. The hat includes a head receiving structure having an inner surface defining a head receipt cavity. An upper brim is positioned over a first end of the head receiving structure, and a lower brim extends radially from a second, opposite end of the head receiving structure.

Abstract: A hand protector includes a cup open at a bottom end and of the size to admit a hand, a handle within the compass of said cup, the handle being of a size to be grasped by the hand, the handle being hollow for at least part of its length, with an open mouth opening through an otherwise closed top end of the cup, and a plug of pliable material in the mouth. The pliable material is of a consistency and axial length such as to receive and removably to hold the stem of a pyrotechnic device, such as a sparkler or punk stick, or even a long match.

Abstract: A protective pad for a joint surface of a wearer's limb during athletic activity such as skating and skateboarding has a cushioning element and a shielding element mounted thereto. The cushioning element has a body with a first surface to overlie the joint surface and an opposite second surface. The shielding element has a primary wall forming a domed central region surrounded by a peripheral flange engaged upon the second surface of the cushioning body. In the central region, the primary wall defines an outer, obstruction-engaging surface and an inner wall surface. The shielding element also has a plurality of interengaged support wall segments extending from the inner wall surface toward, but spaced from engagement with, the second surface of the cushioning body.

Abstract: A rehabilitation/training device. The device is in the form of an apron having multiple simulated apparel closures. The simulated apparel closures are mounted on layered fabric panels. Pockets are provided for storing hand exercise equipment, such as a ball of clay, and for storing a pad of paper, as well as for storing one or more writing/drawing implements.

Abstract: A roll of perforated, disposable bibs are provided, where a plurality of individual bib elements are linearly aligned in a perforated fashion. Each bib element includes a convex upper indentation protruding inward into the main planar surface at the upper boundary of the bib which mates with a concave lower protrusion extending downward from the main planar surface at a lower boundary of an adjacent bib. The concave lower protrusion functions also as a lap protective element, and the convex upper indentation aids in the formation of a neck slot perforation placed near, but slightly below the uppermost edge, and formed in a symmetric, curvilinear manner, having an upward arching lowermost point that smoothly transitions to horizontal at each end of the bib in a manner similar to the convex upper indentation.

Abstract: The present invention provides an earmuff device comprising an earmuff cup having at least a window portion which is formed of an optical material which transmits light rays in such a way that the human eye can see through the material to a degree that an earplug or other object inserted within the ear is visually perceivable to the human eye. In other words, the earmuff cup is formed of a transparent material or a translucent material so long as the earplug inserted within the wearer's ear is visually perceivable through the translucent portion of the earmuff cup. Because the earmuff cup is formed of a material that permits an individual, such as a supervisor or hearing conservationist, to perceive whether an earplug is inserted within the wearer's ear, the earmuff device of the present invention is particularly well suited for use in a dual hearing protection environment in which the previous method of compliance monitoring was time consuming and difficult.

Abstract: It is an object to provide a safety cap which is lightweight and excellent in air ventilating ability and waterproofness in rainy weather or the like. The safety cap includes an air hole penetrating inner and outer walls of a cap body, a drainage channel provided along the inner wall of the cap body for discharging water coming into the cap body through the air hole to outside of the cap body, and a vent hole in an upper side of a cross section of the drainage channel perpendicular to the drainage direction. Alternatively the safety cap includes a drainage groove formed in the outer surface of a cap body and having a plurality of vent holes formed in the side walls thereof, wherein the drainage groove is covered with a cover body having air holes and also an edge section of the drainage groove is opened to an outside of the cap body as a drainage hole.

Abstract: A rain guard is attached to the top front of a football helmet or facemask and is shaped to divert rain or other like moisture away from the wearer's face.

Abstract: A pair of swimming goggles include two lens frames, two lens units, a nose bridge, two gasket units and a head strap. Each of the lens frames has an inner periphery that defines a lens retaining space, and an outer periphery that has bridge and strap connecting portions. Each of the lens units is mounted on a front part of a respective one of the lens frames in the lens retaining space of the latter. Each of the two terminal end portions of the nose bridge is connected to the bridge connecting portion of the respective lens frame. The gasket units are provided on rear parts of the respective lens frames. The head strap has two ends connected respectively to the lens frames. The lens frames, the nose bridge and the gasket units are formed integrally.

Abstract: A non-invasive urine collection device for females that includes an adhesive covered, flexible film patient attachment structure that is sealingly secured to the skin entirely around the pubic area of the patent so that urine eliminated in the normal manner enters a collecting member in connection with the patient attachment structure and is then transferred into a disposable urine collecting bottle.

Abstract: A toilet cleaner dispensing system for use with toilet cleaner tablets that dispenses toilet cleaner into the toilet bowl through the tank overflow tube so that the water within the toilet tank does not contain high concentrations of toilet cleaning. The toilet cleaner dispensing system includes a lower tablet housing structure, a top housing member, a tube clip, and a resilient sealing ring, 34.

Abstract: A toilet seat elevator system comprising a base, a horizontal pedal member hinged to the base, and a vertical arm hinged between the end of the pedal member and the seat. Variable-length lever arms adjust the static leverage exerted through the linkage. A non-linear spring in the linkage adjusts the dynamic leverage for smoother operation. The toilet seat elevator system may be foot operated or through a sound recognition device.

Abstract: The toilet tank water conservation device has a bracket adapted for attachment to the overflow tube of a toilet tank. The bracket includes a guide ledge having a bore defined therein. The device includes a float ball attached to a cylindrical guide rod, the rod being slidable through the bore defined in the guide ledge. The device is installed so that when the toilet tank is flushed, the water level drops and the ball drops by gravity, striking the flapper flush and closing the flush valve early in order to (1) conserve water by limiting the amount of water released from the tank into the bowl, and consequently (2) decreasing the likelihood of overflow from the toilet bowl in the event of a clogged drain. The device may include a flange about the circumference of the rod in order to prevent the rod from sliding through the bore when water drains from the tank.

Abstract: A toilet tank capable of use in combination with a toilet or commode to allow improved flushing operations. The toilet tank comprises a smooth inner surface and a formed bottom portion defining a tank evacuation hole at a base of the conical portion. A flush ball head will seat into a sealed position over the tank evacuation hole, guided by the tank walls. The flush ball may be weighted while the remaining, generally tubular flusher element may be left hollow to facilitate a generally vertical orientation of the entire flusher.

Abstract: A swimming pool includes a swimming tank, which stores water for swimming; and an upstream tank, which stores water to be supplied into the swimming tank. The pool further includes a downstream tank, which stores the water streamed from the upstream tank through the swimming tank; and a pump, which forces the water stored in the downstream tank to the upstream tank. The water in the upstream tank has an energy head that is higher than the water in the swimming tank so as to generate water current in the swimming tank.

Abstract: A bathtub apparatus for persons with disabilities, including a removable front panel and an elevated bed that allows direct lateral access by the user. The bed of the bathtub is elevated above the bathroom floor, approximately at the height of a chair, toilet seat, or standard bathtub front rail. The relative movement of the front panel/wall can be accomplished in a number of different ways, as can sealing between the front panel and the stationary parts of the bathtub. In one embodiment of the invention, the bathtub can be installed above an existing conventional bathtub, thereby avoiding the necessity of removing the old tub before installing the new one. The bathtub can be used in private homes, hotels/motels, and other locations; it can be used by persons with disabilities that would otherwise preclude them from bathing unattended or unassisted.

Abstract: Combination shower head and scrub brush with a flexible hose and attachment to fasten to a standard shower spigot, a hanging bracket secured to the standard shower spigot that releasably secures the combination shower head and brush head assembly, an extendible and retractable handle shaft having a hollow interior portion to accept the flow of water, an enclosed chamber containing pair of water flow director hoses and a liquid soap holding portion, a paddle wheel located within said enclosed chamber powered by water emanating from the first said hose, a shower head integral to the outer body of said enclosed chamber connected to said second water hose, a selector valve and associated selector knob to direct water into said first hose or said second hose, a liquid soap release valve and associated push button to dispense soap into a sponge portion secured to the outer body of said enclosure, a reclosable cap located on the outer surface of said enclosed chamber for the purpose of filling said chamber with liqu

Abstract: An improved switch valve for use in a rinsing shower head embodiment mounted adjacent to a kitchen sink has a spring biased valve shaft having one end connected to a finger operated press button board which is pivotally operated in two positions so as to permit water to be selectively discharged via two outlets. The spring biased valve shaft has two sealing bulges which can block the two outlets in a normal state whereby when the press button board is pressed at either end, the switch valve permits water to be selectively discharged via either one of the two water outlets and the rinsing shower head embodiment is automatically closed by the valve shaft when the press button board is free of a finger's compression. So, it facilitates a person to turn on and off a rinsing shower head and to select the operation modes of the same.

Abstract: An adjustable collapsing cot is disclosed which can be utilized in numerous situations including evacuations and military operations. The cot includes an outer frame member and an inner frame member which are both preferably divided into two sections and are both pivotable approximate their center point. Either section of the inner frame member can be adjusted to one or more elevation angles with respect to the outer frame member as desired by the user. A spring loaded webbing material is provided to safely support and cradle the user. Preferably, a mattress is provided and is disposed on top of the spring loaded webbing. One or more restraint belts can be provided to safely secure the user while he or she is utilizing the cot. Several accessories items, including an intervenes pole, message flag and miscellaneous item bag/compartment can be provided and attached to the cot. When it is desired to move the cot, the cot can be folded into an easily transportable configuration.

Abstract: A dustruffle for a bed, including one or more panels having a skirt portion which drapes over the boxspring to adjacent the floor, and a shelf portion formed from a non-slip material such as needlepunch. The shelf portion is inserted between the boxspring and mattress of the bed, and the drop of the skirt portion is adjusted by selectively varying the depth of insertion of the shelf portion. The ends of the panels can be folded in a lengthwise direction to conform to the length and width of the particular bed.

Abstract: A holder for retaining an x-ray cassette against a bottom surface of a patient support deck is provided. The patient support deck is part of a bed that has an outer frame with first and second side frame members. The holder includes a cassette channel member configured to receive an end of the x-ray cassette. The channel member is pivotably coupled to the first side frame member and is pivotable from a storage position to an x-ray position. A cassette retainer is coupled to the frame. The retainer is configured to engage the x-ray cassette and hold it against the bottom surface of the deck.

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide a pillow which has the pillow user's most comfortable height and shape and which he can have a comfortable sleep with a relaxed posture and in which he is not prevented from turning in bed and in which is free from headache or nausea from receiving pressure on his neck. The method for producing a pillow which can have the most comfortable height and shape which differs in accord with body shape and sleeping posture is shown and described. Furthermore, a pillow is disclosed for an individual having a flat pad and a cushion having a convex portion as its basic components, and in which necessary numbers of pads used for adjusting height as well as pads for adjusting pressure on cervical vertebra can be added into a flat pad and said cushion having a convex portion and insertable into a cover.

Abstract: A head support apparatus useful for converting a conventional bedding mattress set into a massage table. The apparatus comprises a base having a pair of upright legs supporting a face plate. A head or face cushion is attached to the face plate. The face plate and the cushion are configured to enable unrestricted airflow to the nose and mouth of a person whose head is supported thereon, particularly in a face-down position. The legs are affixed to a front end of the base, and the face plate is cantilevered beyond the base plate enabling the base plate to be inserted between two support surfaces, including a mattress and box spring, such that the face plate is positioned immediately adjacent an edge of the support surfaces. The legs are preferably configured to enable vertical height adjustment of the apparatus.

Abstract: A fully portable pillow-like device is provided, shaped for comfortable restrain of head movement, and including a sectioned inflatable bladder for shaping the support to conform to any particular user's requirements. The bladder is constructed in 3 independent zones, each separately inflatable to differing degrees of internal pressure and firmness. Inflation means is provided for each of the inflatable bladder zones, and in the preferred embodiment, the inflation means consists of independent pumps, one for each zone, which are fully contained within the perimeter of the bladder form. The pump means consists of a chamber enclosing a resilient volume of open cell foam rubber or other sponge-like material, which when pressed will draw air from an inlet valve and expel it via an outlet check valve into a connected inflatable chamber. A relief valve is also provided at each pump in order that the gas pressure in the inflatable chamber may be adjusted to the user's preference.

Abstract: A multi-purpose utility seat for use at outdoor events includes a three layer laminate structure comprising outer layers of nylon and a center water impermeable rubber layer which may be either chloroprene rubber (neoprene) or styrene butadiene rubber. The thickness of the laminate is approximately 80 mils with the center layer being substantially thicker than either of the outer layers. The perimeter of the seat is or closed with stitching to help prevent separation of the laminate. The seat may be conveniently folded and stored in the glove compartment of an automobile when not in use.

Abstract: A baby changing station includes a platform coupled by a hinge to a wall structure. The platform is movable between a closed position and an open position. The interlocking configuration of the hinge and the combination of the geometries of the platform, the wall structure and a wall portion result in a baby changing station which is sturdy and is not susceptible to contamination, given the blow-molded parts. The platform is hollow and includes a trough for receiving a baby when in the open position. The wall structure is smaller than the platform in order to be nested within the platform when in the closed position. The blow-molded hinge configuration eliminates the use of a steel pin or rod generally used in the art to strengthen the hinge. The baby changing station of the present invention provides a secure interface which may be easily cleaned and maintained and is less subject to structural damage.

Abstract: An adjustable height storage chest with integrated cushioned backrest, which is used to extend the sleeping surface of a bed using connectors to secure it between the bed frame and headboard. Adjustable height is enabled by use of corner mounted legs, which can be positioned at a range of elevations using screw fasteners. The backrest is attached to a frame which is then connected to the chest to create a double-hung door for the chest which allows easy access to the storage area and an adjustable position backrest. Easy use of the backrest is afforded by a soft lift strap with and integrated release pull knob allowing single-handed raising and lowering of the backrest.

Abstract: A sleep support surface includes a mattress having at least two bladders located adjacent a foot end. The bladders each have a predetermined, adjustable internal pressure. The pressure in at least one of the bladders is selectively and independently reduced to provide pressure relief on the heels of the patient lying on the mattress. The pressure in a bladder located toward the head end of the mattress and adjacent the at least one bladder is increased. This pressure increase advantageously provides the lifting force under the calves of the patient to reduce further pressure on the patient's heels. A visual indication of the location each of the at least two bladders in the mattress is provided to facilitate selection of the at least one bladder in which to reduce pressure during the pressure reducing step, thereby providing pressure relief on the heels of the patient lying on the mattress.

Abstract: First and second air cell units 2 and 3, respectively, are divided into their right and left air cells 2a, 3a, 2b and 3b, respectively, and central bent sections 2c and 3c. Each of the bent section 2c and 3c connects associated right and left air cells together at offset relationship in the direction of the mat length. The first and the second air cell units are alternately inflated and deflated, so that the air cells are inflated asymmetrically to thereby support a patient lying thereon at asymmetrical portions. The bent sections 2c and 3c are configured to gently deform the respective air cells so as to allow the bent sections to abut closely on the patient's back without a sense of incompatibility with the air cells. The air mat may thus provide well-balanced and well-distributed supporting forces for the patient, which is suitable for preventing decubitus of the patient.

Abstract: A tool holder includes a main body having a compartment and a recess defined therein. The main body further includes a bit holder formed on an end thereof. A bit holding plate is removably received in the compartment of the main body and releasably holds at least one bit thereon. The bit can be releasably held in place by the bit holder. A cork remover is pivotally connected to the main body and movable between a storage position in the recess and an operative position outside the recess. A cap is provided to house the bit holder to provide an aesthetically pleasing effect.

Abstract: A system and method for providing flow rate compensation in a washing machine. This invention provides flow rate compensation by monitoring the flow rate of the inlet liquid and the agitator load while agitating. A controller uses a flow rate compensation algorithm to compensate for the varying flow rate of the inlet liquid and an adaptive fill algorithm to determine an optimal level of liquid to be added to the washer basket and washer tub during a wash cycle operation.

Abstract: A method for forming a structural panel such as for a bridge deck includes providing a first and a second sheet formed by fibers and settable resin and laminating the sheets with a plurality of parallel side by side connection members. The connection members are formed by filament winding around a core using primarily a large wind angle followed by a final shallow angle of wrap. The connection members are triangular in cross section and each is inverted relative to the next so that the sides are in contact. The connection members are connected together while the resin is uncured so that during lamination they cure together to allow integration of the resin, close matching of the shapes so that the resin at the junction remains thin and intermingling of the filaments. The connection members are dry wound on a core and the resin is applied by infusion. The core carries reinforcing members to tailor strength as required along the length of the member.

Abstract: A method of and apparatus for cleaning a substrate which require shorter processing time with high processing efficiency are disclosed. A cleaning brush pivots about a pivot axis between two positions. An ultrasonic cleaning nozzle pivots about a pivot axis between two positions. To perform a cleaning process, the cleaning brush and the ultrasonic cleaning nozzle are driven in accordance with a processing pattern previously produced by an operator. The processing pattern is produced so that the movement of the cleaning brush between two positions and the movement of the ultrasonic cleaning nozzle between two positions are not caused simultaneously. Any processing pattern desired by the operator may be produced if this requirement is satisfied. Execution of the cleaning process in accordance with the processing pattern allows cleaning of a substrate using the cleaning brush and the ultrasonic cleaning nozzle at the same time.

Abstract: An oral brush is provided that includes an elongated body, a head portion extending from the body, and a plurality of bristles, formed of particular thermoplastic elastomers, extending from the body. In various embodiments, the thermoplastic elastomer has a Shore A hardness of at least 30; the thermoplastic elastomer is selected from the group consisting of polyetheramides, polyesters, styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene block copolymers, polyurethanes, polyolefin elastomers, and mixtures thereof; and the thermoplastic elastomer has a flexural modulus of at least 5 MPa.

Abstract: A method for fusing brushware on a thin walled, molded hollow plastic synthetic container is described. Tufts of synthetic materials arc picked and non-working ends thereof fused. The hollow bottle is molded with protrusions extending from a surface thereof with one protrusion intended to received each fused tuft end. The protrusions then are heat softened to form a melted section of synthetic surface wherein the fused tuft end can be mounted. The result is a hollow container having tufts extending from the outer surface thereof, integral with the container without distorting the thin wall thereof by the fusing process.

Abstract: A brush bumper (10) is configured to attach to a perimeter ridge (18) of a brush (12). The brush bumper (10) includes a band (22) and a hang tab (24). The band (22) includes a substantially elastic wall (38), which presents an outer face (40), and defines a circumferentially extending channel (52). The hang tab (24), integrally formed with the band (22), includes a pair of opposed recesses (56,58) defining a hanging slot (54). The band (22) is coupled with the brush (12) by inserting the perimeter ridge (18) of the brush (12) into the channel (52).