Abstract: An adjustable base is provided that includes a fixed frame and an articulating frame connected to the fixed frame. The articulating frame includes an upper body frame pivotally connected to the upper section of the fixed frame, a seat frame pivotally connected to the upper body frame and movable along a central section of the fixed frame, and a leg frame pivotally connected to the fixed frame. An actuator is further included and has a first end connected to the seat frame adjacent to the leg frame and a second end that is connected to a linkage attached to the articulating frame. Upon activation of the actuator, the upper body frame is articulated upward and the seat frame moves linearly along the central section of the fixed frame toward the upper section of the fixed frame. Systems and methods for controlling an adjustable base assembly are further provided.

Abstract: A mechanism for securing a mattress on a bed foundation is provided. More particularly, the invention relates to a folding mattress-retention mechanism that may compactly fold or be easily removed during shipping or storage. The folding mattress-retention mechanism includes a mattress-support structure, a first hinged attachment, and a second hinged attachment. The mattress-support structure includes a first and second end and may abut a side of a mattress atop a bed foundation. The first and second hinged attachments are coupled to the mattress-support structure at the respective first and second ends and may either affix or removably attach the folding mattress-retention mechanism to the foot, head, or sides of a bed foundation. Further, the hinged attachments may allow for movement, and the folding mattress-retention mechanism may move into and between an operable first position and a stowed second position.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an anti-sagging unit comprising the first anti-sagging unit and the second anti-sagging unit for restoring the sag of the furnishing item, wherein the first anti-sagging unit is placed on the base support and the second anti-sagging unit is place on the first anti-sagging unit & under the area of the sag on the furnishing unit. Since, the length of the second anti-sagging unit is longer than the length of the first anti-sagging unit hence it prevents the first anti-sagging unit to form lumps in the furnishing item even after its prolong use and thus provide comfort to the user & also restores the sag from the furnishing item.

Abstract: This document provides product display systems for displaying merchandise. Exemplary product display systems disclosed herein include a base, a first side wall and a second side wall each slidably coupled to the base, a first support plate and a second support plate, a pusher mechanism, a front plate positioned at the front of the base, a first hanger bracket and a second hanger bracket each slidably coupled to the base, and a front bracket unit connected to the first and second hanger brackets. Some embodiments of product display systems disclosed herein include a lighting unit, e.g., having a LED lighting source. This document also provides selectively detachable lighting housings that can be attached to product display systems.

Abstract: This document provides product display systems for displaying merchandise. Exemplary product display systems disclosed herein include a base, a first side wall and a second side wall each slidably coupled to the base, a first support plate and a second support plate, a pusher mechanism, a front plate positioned at the front of the base, a first hanger bracket and a second hanger bracket each slidably coupled to the base, and a front bracket unit connected to the first and second hanger brackets. Some embodiments of product display systems disclosed herein include a lighting unit, e.g., having a LED lighting source. This document also provides selectively detachable lighting housings that can be attached to product display systems.

Abstract: A product display merchandiser comprising a base configured to be coupled to a shelving unit, a tray defined by at least one sidewall, wherein the tray is movable relative to the base, a lens positioned at a front end of the tray, and a lighting element configured to illuminate the lens. A retrofitting system comprising a light pipe and a body for connecting the light pipe to a merchandiser.

Abstract: A refrigerated case includes an insulated ceiling member defining the top of a refrigerated space, and an end cap defining a front of the insulated ceiling member. The end cap includes an aperture having an opening at a bottom edge of the end cap. A mullion is arranged substantially normal to the insulated ceiling member. A mullion cap defines a front of the mullion and includes a tongue portion extending above the mullion. The tongue portion is arranged to fit within the aperture. The mullion cap and the end cap cooperate to define a first planar sealing surface. A door is pivotably attached to the refrigerated case and includes a second planar sealing surface that is engageable with the first planar sealing surface when the door is in a closed position to define a substantially air tight seal therebetween.

Abstract: A refrigerated display case includes a duct for directing an air stream, an air curtain discharge, an advance discharge opening, and an air curtain return. The air curtain discharge is coupled to the duct to discharge the air stream to produce an air curtain. The advance discharge opening is coupled to the duct upstream of the air curtain discharge to produce an auxiliary air stream directed towards the air curtain, forming a redirected air curtain. The air curtain return receives the redirected air curtain for recirculation to the duct.

Abstract: A monitoring and controlling system for product holding arrangements, food bars and the like includes functional stations holding products at different locations and a station serving unit with a server and in communication by a local network with the functional product stations that have digital displays. The station serving unit communicates with a portable unit with a display and a scanner for scanning product label codes with product information via a wireless local network, and holds information about all products held in the stations and their current locations. Information is updated through scanned product label code information and/or instructions from the portable unit and through information from the functional product holding stations. The portable unit contains at least part of the information in the station serving unit, and has an interactive user interface enabling handling, controlling, and monitoring at least the products via the portable unit.

Abstract: A merchandising tray used for displaying product containers includes a base defining a support surface, and a single side wall divider connected to the base. The single side wall divider has a vertical wall provided with a rearward end and a forward end, a first retaining structure formed between the rearward end and the forward end, and the forward end being formed with a supporting wall having a second retaining structure. The merchandising tray is adapted to be suspended upon a group of like adjacently disposed merchandising trays such that the first retaining structure is engaged with the second retaining structure. A merchandising tray arrangement and methods of using the merchandising trays are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable service point, for instance a bar or a check-in counter, where the portable service point comprises at least one front wall where each front wall has a top front plate pivotally attached to its upper edge, —at least two side walls, where each side wall has a side top plate pivotally attached to the upper edge of the side wall, each of the side walls further being pivotally connected to edges adjacent to the upper edge of the front wall. The present invention also regards a method for unfolding and folding a portable service point.

Abstract: A shelving system is provided, which includes a plurality of supports, each support of the plurality of supports having a longitudinal opening defining a channel extending from a first end to a second end of the support, the plurality of supports having at least one opening positioned on a surface of the plurality of supports, at least one shelf, the at least one shelf including an extension, the extension being positioned within the channel of each of the plurality of supports to allow a vertical movement of the at least one shelf with respect to the plurality of supports; and an actuator operably coupled to the at least one shelf, wherein actuation of the actuator permits the vertical movement of the at least one shelf within the channel. Furthermore, an associated method is also provided.

Abstract: An example system includes a light layer having a pattern of lights formed on a printed circuit board (PCB) and an image layer positioned over the light layer, the image layer having an image formed thereon. The pattern of lights is visible through the image formed on the image layer. In another example, a system includes a set of lighting template including at least two lighting templates, each lighting template including a pattern of lights formed on a printed circuit board (PCB), wherein each lighting template in the set of lighting templates includes a different pattern of lights, and a set of image templates including an image formed thereon, wherein each image template corresponds to a lighting template selected from the set of lighting templates. An image template from the set of image templates is positioned over a corresponding lighting template from the set of lighting templates.

Abstract: A non-seamed sheeting fabric, such as a bed sheet, including a cool portion and a warm portion that is integral with the cool portion. The warm portion is configured to provide greater thermal insulation than the cool portion.

Abstract: An inverted bottle holder intended to hold two bottles with necks upside down inside a container is described. The bottle holder includes a clip having an inner wall and an outer wall spaced to accept the exterior wall of the container in between, where the clip is formed at an arc corresponding to the arc of the exterior wall of the container, and a deck connected in a permanently fixed relationship to the clip and extending into the container. The deck includes two apertures each sized to accept the neck of one of the bottles, such that each bottle is held upside down in the container when inserted into the aperture. In addition the bottle holder may include an integral bottle opener in either the single bottle or double bottle designs.

Abstract: A collapsible hook hanger includes a hook having a lower end and a hanger body including a cross bar having a top wall. The hanger further includes a hook receiving body extending from the top wall of the cross bar. The hook receiving body has a hook receiving slot for receiving the hook. The hanger further includes an axle member disposed within the hook receiving body and having a hole that is in communication with the hook receiving slot for receiving and mating to the lower end of the hook. The hook is rotatable between a first upright position and a second folded position. The top wall of the cross bar includes a notch that receives the hook as it is rotated to the second folded position.

Abstract: An improved toothbrush holder comprising: a base portion; a post member; a first platform; and a second platform. The improved toothbrush holder is adapted to allow a plurality of toothbrushes to be placed respectively through each of said plurality of toothbrush holding apertures and contact respective toothbrush holding indentations at handle ends thereof, such that after use and wet, the toothbrushes can drip dry; and wherein water dripping from each of the plurality of toothbrushes can pass through each of said at least one drain hole of each respective said toothbrush holding indentation and fall upon said base portion, to thereby allow each of said plurality of toothbrushes to drip and air dry for further use.

Abstract: A mailbox system includes a mailbox body for receiving and storing mail items. One or more receiver units are disposed along an outside facing surface of the mailbox body and function to receive at least one address indicator having a plurality of lighted elements along a front facing surface thereof. An internal controller having a power unit is positioned within the mailbox body. The power unit includes at least one battery and at least one solar cell for supplying the necessary electrical information to the receiver unit and the address indicators. Physical markings are disposed along the address indicator and form address information. When activated, the plurality of lighted elements display address information.

Abstract: A light emitting ornament assembly is provided for publicly displaying breast cancer awareness. The assembly includes an ornament structured to resemble a breast cancer ribbon. The ornament may be positioned outdoors thereby facilitating the ornament to be observed. A plurality of light emitters is provided. Each of the light emitters is coupled to the panel. Thus, each of the light emitters emits light outwardly from the panel.

Abstract: A vacuum low-temperature cooker includes a main body having a heating unit immersed in fluid accommodated in an accommodation tub and heating the fluid, a vacuum packaging unit connected to the main body and vacuum-sealing a packaging film, and a control unit installed in the main body or the vacuum packaging unit, and electrically connected to the heating unit and the vacuum packaging unit so as to control the heating unit and the vacuum packaging unit.

Abstract: The invention concerns a dispenser (1) for preparing a beverage, said beverage being dispensed in a drinking container (2), preferably a transparent container, and said beverage being composed of at least two different layers of beverage component presenting different densities, said dispenser comprising: —at least one container (3a, 3b, 3c) for storing a soluble beverage ingredient, —at least one device (4a, 4b, 4c) for dosing a dose of soluble beverage ingredient from the at least one container, —a supply of diluent (5), preferably water, —at least one chamber (6, 6a, 6b, 6c) for dissolving the dose of soluble beverage ingredient with diluent to produce a beverage component, said chamber comprising a beverage outlet (61, 61a, 61b, 61c) for dispensing the beverage component, —a dispensing area (8) for positioning the drinking container (2), wherein the dispenser is configured for filling the drinking container with the beverage component from the bottom (21) of the container.

Abstract: A valve (100) comprises: a housing (110), an elastic cap (120) and a driving device (13); at least one group of ports (111) is provided in the housing, and each group of ports comprises an inlet (111a) and an outlet (111b); at least a portion of the elastic cap is provided in the housing; and the driving device is used to drive the elastic cap to undergo an elastic deformation so as to obstruct the inlet and the outlet.

Abstract: The emulsifying device (1) for emulsifying milk comprises a Venturi mixing chamber (2), a circuit (3) for supplying air and having an air outlet (22) connected to the mixing chamber (2), and a circuit (4) for supplying steam and having a steam outlet (23) connected to the mixing chamber, the circuit for supplying air (3) comprising a first air inlet line (5) equipped with a first shut-off solenoid valve (8), and at least a second air inlet line (6) equipped with a second shut-off solenoid valve (9), the first and second air inlet lines (5, 6) having a different minimum cross-sectional area (11, 12).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a mobile liquid tank (T) comprising: an insulated tank body (2) for receiving and storing a liquid (1) and heating means (H) for heating the liquid (1) in the tank (T), wherein the heating means (H) comprise: a first heating element (17) for heating up the liquid (1) in the tank (T) to a predetermined temperature, and a second heating element (18) for further heating the heated liquid (1) in the tank (T), wherein the first heating element (17) is configured to be connectable to an external power source and the second heating element (18) is configured to be connectable to a mobile power source (7, 51).

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide improved water fill capabilities, improved coffee baskets, and improved steam diverting and management features for coffee makers used on board passenger transport vehicles.

Abstract: A microwavable food and package apparatus includes an outer container having an upper panel providing an upper surface, a lower panel providing a lower surface, a plurality of side walls that each extend from the upper panel to the lower panel, and an interior. One of the side walls having a removable portion that enables access to said interior such as when removing the contents/bowl. An inner container of bowl provides a cavity that holds a food item. The outer container lower panel has a having a removable section that can be removed to provide an opening in the upper panel. An annular wall on the inner container is sized and shaped to fit the opening. The outer container or box thus functions as a trivet, wherein a portion of the outer container extends away from the inner container after the inner and outer containers have been subjected to microwave cooking so that said portion of said outer container (e.g. corner) provides a cooler surface that can be gripped by a user without fear of burns.

Abstract: The invention is a cooking container with steam eliminating function comprising: an outer container 10 and having an lid 13 and a steam vent 14; an inner container 20 being inserted in the outer container 10; a heating material 30 disposed in the outer container 10 and generating heat by reacting with water; a steam blocking means 40 including a cooling body 41 having a cooling chamber 42a to be filled with cooling means 44, and a steam exhaust pipe 45 provided in the cooling chamber 42a of the cooling body 41 and a part of it being exposed outside of the cooling body 41 and the exposed end of it being removably engaged into the steam vent 14 of the outer container 10.

Abstract: A grilling tool. The grilling tool includes a planar base having an upper surface, wherein the planar base comprises a stone material. A plurality of skewers extend perpendicularly away from the upper surface, wherein the plurality of skewers taper from a first end thereof towards a second end thereof.

Abstract: A portable, lightweight, disposable kettle-type barbecue grill, a fuel disc for use with the grill, and methods for fabricating, packaging, assembling, and using such a grill and fuel disc, are presented. The grill's components are made of lightweight materials and are configured to be nested inside one another to maximize space efficiency and durability for shipping and storage, and configured for easy unpacking and assembly by the user. Adjustable air vents control the cooking heat and speed. The fuel disc is made from charcoal and optionally includes hardwood chips and lighter fluid. Apertures in the fuel disc work together with the shape of the air vents and the grill to promote even airflow and temperature throughout the grill, resulting in consistent cooking. The grill is inexpensive and is entirely or partly made of recyclable materials, so the user may choose to dispose of the grill after a single use.

Abstract: The disclosed technology includes a grill accessory for use with a kamado-style grill to enable a user to control the flow of heat throughout the grill and maintain temperature of the cooking chamber. The grill accessory may enable a user to control the flow of heat throughout the grill, providing the user with greater customization of cooking options. The grill accessory may further enable a user to visually inspect a cooking food item while reducing the amount of heat loss from the grill.

Abstract: A cookware with attached receptacle assembly provides cookware that is configured for cooking foodstuff, and at least one receptacle that fixedly or detachably attaches along the sidewall of the cookware providing multiple functions in conjunction with the cookware, including: manipulating foodstuff, preparing foodstuff, cooking at least a portion of foodstuff, warning and catching foodstuff residue, or combinations thereof. The cookware comprises an internal chamber defined by a base. The base has an exterior surface that engages a heat source and an interior surface for cooking foodstuff. The internal chamber is surrounded by a circumferential cookware sidewall terminating at an upper free edge. The receptacle either fixedly or detachably joins the cookware operating in conjunction with the cookware to prepare and cook foodstuff, along with containing foodstuff residue. The receptacle has a continuous receptacle wall that forms a cavity and terminates at a receptacle edge. The receptacle is wide or narrow.

Abstract: A grease catcher apparatus for a frying apparatus can include a support assembly for positioning under the frying apparatus. The support assembly can be configured to receive a removable tray for catching grease from the frying apparatus. The grease catcher apparatus can also include at least one side wall extending generally upwardly from the support assembly. In some embodiments, the side wall may slope toward the removable tray, e.g., for directing the grease into the tray. In some embodiments, the support assembly may include a first support segment and a second support segment positionable across from one another, where each support segment has a base ledge, e.g., for supporting opposite sides of the removable tray. In some embodiments, the support assembly may include a partial enclosure defining an opening for permitting passage of grease, e.g., from the frying apparatus to the removable tray.

Abstract: A modular food holding bin has multiple food holding units or bins, which can be connected and disconnected from each other in multiple different configurations. Each bin can be set to its own temperature, independently of the others. The modular holding bin includes a power recover mode.

Abstract: A modular food holding bin has multiple food holding units or bins, which can be connected and disconnected from each other in multiple different configurations. Each bin can be set to its own temperature, independently of the others. The module holding bin may be programmed using tunable parameters that may be set remotely.

Abstract: A modular food holding bin has multiple food holding units or bins, which can be connected and disconnected from each other in multiple different configurations. Each bin can be set to its own temperature, independently of the others.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a tobacco grinder comprising an upper cover, a rotary blade connected to the bottom of the upper cover, and a bottom cover. An upper ring and a lower ring are arranged between the upper cover and the bottom cover which are connected to the upper ring and the lower ring through threads correspondingly, and connected through threads; the upper ring is provided with a central through hole, and a multi-hole mesh is installed at the lower end opening of the upper ring; three feeding holes are formed in the top of the upper ring; a filter screen is installed at the bottom of the lower ring together with a compression ring. The tobacco grinder can make ground tobacco more uniform and contain more and larger tobacco and is convenient and fast to use and easy to clean, and certain components can be replaced conveniently.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments provide a prefabricated modular shower enclosure, including a base with a plurality of engagement feature along a peripheral surface of the base, a plurality of alignment supports, and a surround panel. In some embodiments, at least one alignment support is positionable in a preselected relationship relative to the engagement features of the base, and the alignment supports are configured to be independently made square relative to the base. Additional exemplary embodiments provide a prefabricated shower enclosure, including a base with a plurality of engagement feature along a peripheral surface of the base, and a plurality of surround panels that engage the base. The modular shower enclosure reduces installation time and complexity by using components that are fabricated and cut to size offsite prior to installation at a job site.

Abstract: A water faucet system including a faucet having a neck comprising a water passageway and liquid soap delivery line, both integrated within the neck assembly. The water faucet system features a streamlined neck assembly that includes a water outlet or spout, located at the distal portion of the neck assembly, and additionally includes a separate soap outlet located at a predetermined location. The soap delivery (soap dispensing) is initiated by a user performing an activation event directed to a sensor system located in the neck assembly. In preferred embodiments, the sensor system utilizes touchless type sensors so to avoid any physical contact with the neck assembly.

Abstract: A back massaging and cleaning device has a main body having a back plate, a first clamping block connected at right angles to a first end of the back plate, and a second clamping block connected at right angles to a second end of the back plate. A connection mechanism connects the back plate to a wall of a shower or bathroom. A back massaging and cleaning rod has a fixed rod and a movable roller wheel provided on the fixed rod, the fixed rod having a first end that extends through a hole of the first clamping block, and a second end that is seated in a groove of the second clamping block. The roller wheel has an irregularly shaped cylindrical body externally made from a back cleaning material and internally made from a massaging material.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mounting system for an accessory that enables a consumer to easily install and uninstall the accessory on a mounting surface. The accessory mounting system includes a post and a mounting assembly. The mounting assembly includes a first mounting subassembly and a second mounting subassembly. The first mounting subassembly includes a deflectable member. The second mounting subassembly includes a set screw. The post is operable to be attached to the mounting surface by an engagement of the first mounting subassembly with the post and a snap engagement of the deflectable member of the first mounting subassembly with the second mounting subassembly. The post is operable to be removed from the mounting surface by unthreading the set screw and disengagement of the deflectable member of the first mounting subassembly with the second mounting subassembly and disengagement of the first mounting subassembly with the post.

Abstract: A blower unit having a frame and at least one wheel on the frame through which the frame can be supported upon and moved over a subjacent support surface. A handle assembly has at least one gripping region that is configured to be engaged by a user situated at the rear of the blower unit. A source of pressurized air has an outlet at which a volume of pressurized air is discharged. A pressurized air handling system on the frame has a conduit assembly defining first and second flow paths through which pressurized air from the outlet of the source of pressurized air is selectively delivered respectively to first and second outlets. The pressurized air handling system further has an air control with at least first and second states in which different volumes of pressurized air are delivered to the first and second outlets.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner including a debris collection container having an outer perimeter and a lid removably coupled to the debris collection container. The lid has a periphery that extends along the outer perimeter of the debris collection container. The vacuum further includes a suction source coupled to the lid and removable from the debris collection container with the lid. The suction source includes a motor and an impeller driven by the motor. The vacuum cleaner further includes an exhaust passageway downstream from the suction source for discharging an airflow from the debris collection container. The exhaust passageway extends radially outward from the impeller and toward the periphery of the lid. The vacuum cleaner further includes an exhaust outlet port in communication with the exhaust passageway. The exhaust outlet port extends along a majority of the periphery of the lid.

Abstract: A robot vacuum cleaner that may increase cleaning efficiency around obstacles includes a main body having an intake to suck in dust and air while the main body is driven on a floor, a shutter installed in front of the intake to be able to move from the main body toward the floor, and a shutter driver configured to supply power to move the shutter.

Abstract: A remaining water suction device having an air blowing function according to the present disclosure includes a suction and blowing integrated nozzle, a suction motor unit for providing a suction force to suction remaining water into the suction and blowing integrated nozzle, a drain tank for storing a liquid from the suction and blowing integrated nozzle, an air blowing module for supplying pressurized air to the suction and blowing integrated nozzle, and a main body with the suction and blowing integrated nozzle, the suction motor unit, the drain tank and the air blowing module mounted therein.

Abstract: An adaptable vacuum cleaning unit featuring adjustable debris can egress direction, a filter canister assembly having multiple canister doors and vacuum inlet ports, a canister mounted vacuum producer, and a debris can lifting and locking bar. The vacuum cleaning unit separator assembly includes a separator filter canister assembly mounted to a rotatable base assembly having a debris can, whereby rotation of attachment of the base assembly to the filter canister assembly allows the orientation of the debris can to be rotated relative to the position of the separator filter canister assembly. The casing of the separator filter canister assembly has multiple access doors and vacuum inlets. The vacuum cleaning unit further features lifting lugs around the top edge of the filter canister assembly and forklift slots in the base of the unit. The adaptable vacuum unit also includes an adjustable speed vacuum producer that permits control of the rate of air flow.

Abstract: A cleaning system including a motor, an impeller driven by the motor, a battery receptacle, and a motor controller. The battery receptacle is configured to receive a battery pack. The battery pack includes one or more battery cells and a battery controller. The motor controller is configured to receive from the battery controller one of a first type of data and a second type of data, and operate the motor at a defined speed, the defined speed being a first speed upon receiving the first type of data, and a second speed upon receiving the second type of data.

Abstract: A cleaner according to one aspect of the present invention comprises: a power input unit; a controller; a power consumption unit controlled by the controller; an operation unit for inputting a command for controlling an operating state of the power consumption unit; and a power supply control unit connected to the power input unit, the controller, and the operation unit, wherein the power supply control unit enables the power inputted from the power input unit to be supplied to the controller and transmits a signal for the intensity of a suction force to the controller when the intensity of the suction force is selected by the operation unit, and prevents the power inputted from the power input unit from being supplied to the controller when an off command is inputted by the operation unit.

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present disclosure describe a surface cleaning system, particularly for use in cleaning carpets. The surface cleaning system includes an external tank, a connection line, and a wand assembly. The wand assembly is detachably connected to the connection line at a handle portion. A vacuum motor is included on the wand assembly to provide suction when the wand assembly is detached from the connection line. A wand head included on the wand assembly includes a suction tube attached to the vacuum motor and an internal wand head cavity that may hold a brush. An internal tank adjacent the internal wand head cavity may hold liquid and debris that is picked up by the suction supplied to the suction tube and/or the wand head cavity. Liquid from the internal tank may be pumped or suctioned to the external tanks and discharged through an outlet line.

Abstract: There is disclosed a floor squeegee for spreading resin on floors or removing liquid spills or debris from floors and other flat surfaces. The squeegee includes a frame section, a handle connected to the frame section such that the frame section is generally perpendicular to handle, the frame section including a preset number of internally threaded locater bosses. A flexible squeegee blade section includes a preset number of boss holes extending therethrough to receive the preset number of internally threaded locater bosses. The flexible squeegee blade section has a first section and a second section being integrally formed with the first elongate section and being inclined at an angle with respect to the first section in a range from about 0 to about 90°.

Abstract: An identification/extension system comprises a kit for marking an instrument with distinguishing indicia. The kit includes at least one substantially cylindrical elastic band having distinguishing indicia thereon, and a collar member adapted for releasable attachment to an instrument and having an inner surface and an outer surface. A recess is formed on the outer surface to receive the elastic band therein, such that the elastic band sits substantially flush with the outer surface of the collar member.