Legs Pivotally Converge Toward Surface Center Patents (Class 108/127)
  • Patent number: 11559136
    Abstract: A planar cross brace for stiffening a tabletop of a fold-in-half collapsible table includes an elongate rectangular planar portion having elongate opposing side edges and narrow opposing end edges that are perpendicular to the side edges. A pair of opposing tabs extend from the opposing end edges in a direction perpendicular to the rectangular planar portion. A pair of opposing ribs extend from the opposing side edges in a direction perpendicular to the rectangular planar portion, thereby forming an elongate channel having a U-shaped cross section. The planar cross brace stiffens the inner edge of the tabletop portion to which it is attached, and the stiffening is independent of any connection to the inner edge of the other tabletop portion. This eliminates any need for interlocking features on the inner edges of the tabletop portions, such as those required by prior art tables.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2023
    Assignee: Dongguan Shichang Metals Factory Ltd.
    Inventor: Chen-Kang Lin
  • Patent number: 11006625
    Abstract: A base for supporting a hunting blind includes a plurality of outer frame members connected to one another to form an outer frame, at least one floor panel positioned on a top surface of the outer frame, and at least one of the floor panels defining at least one aperture to receive a storage bin. A plurality of support members may be configured to support the outer frame, the support members being configured for insertion into a ground surface. A height of each support member relative to the ground surface may be adjustable to provide a level position for the outer frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: Under Blind, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher J. Litwin, Karl William Weiss, Chika Fujii-Litwin, Jeffrey Arthur Evans
  • Patent number: 10645920
    Abstract: A base for supporting a hunting blind includes a plurality of outer frame members connected to one another to form an outer frame, at least one floor panel positioned on a top surface of the outer frame, and at least one of the floor panels defining at least one aperture to receive a storage bin. A plurality of support members may be configured to support the outer frame, the support members being configured for insertion into a ground surface. A height of each support member relative to the ground surface may be adjustable to provide a level position for the outer frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2020
    Assignee: UNDER BLIND, INC.
    Inventors: Christopher J. Litwin, Karl William Weiss, Chika Fujii-Litwin, Jeffrey Arthur Evans
  • Patent number: 10421182
    Abstract: A work surface is provided. More particularly, a work surface that is portable, and that when deployed provides a relatively stable platform is disclosed. The work surface includes at least two horizontal tracks running parallel to a top surface, and one or more vertical tracks running parallel to the legs of the work surface. The horizontal tracks are configured to receive one or more clamps or various accessories, such as crosscut accessories. The crosscut accessories can include provisions for accurately securing a saw guide and a work piece to the work surface. In addition, an accessory stand can be connected to the work surface to allow various tools to be operatively connected to the work surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2019
    Assignee: REDESIGN GROUP, LLC
    Inventor: Robert A. Schumacher
  • Patent number: 9687097
    Abstract: A drink insulator stabilizer system is provided. In one embodiment, the stabilizer system includes a clip that attaches to the bottom portion of a drink insulator, and includes a pair of pivoting spikes on an underside of the clip. The spikes may be pivoted from a horizontal position within longitudinal indentations on an underside of the clip to a vertical position pointed downwardly from the clip, so that the spikes may be inserted into the ground to stabilize an insulated drink. In another embodiment, the pivoting spikes are positioned under the bottom portion of a drink insulator. In use, a user may rotate the spikes to a vertical position for use while the insulated drink is on the ground, and the spikes may rotate to a horizontal position and may snap fit into the longitudinal indentations for transport and storage purposes, when stabilization is not required.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2017
    Inventor: William Hazel, Jr.
  • Patent number: 9510467
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for supporting a portable computer appliance. The invention may comprise rotating a computer appliance to convert between mouse-based use and a touch-based use, or other orientations and applications. The apparatus may be attached to a microphone stand or similar mechanism to aid viewing the computer appliance. To assist coordination with public performances, the apparatus may hold and support a computer appliance to display notes, music, video, or other expressions for assisting a performer, such as for public speeches, concerts, plays, stand-up comedy, and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2016
    Inventors: Michael Todd McIntyre, Jeffrey Stephen Berg, Jeffrey Mark Spillman
  • Patent number: 9289068
    Abstract: A modular stackable stool system providing stackable bar stools that may be selectively customized by interchanging of the base supports and seats.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2016
    Assignee: Chameleon Chairs LLC
    Inventor: Behshad Shokouhi
  • Patent number: 9282812
    Abstract: An anti-folding leg assembly for a tabletop includes a leg frame for pivotally coupling at a bottom side of the tabletop to pivotally move between a folded position and an unfolded position, and an anti-folding arrangement including a table support having has a table coupling end adapted for pivotally coupling at the bottom side of the tabletop, and a leg support having a leg coupling end pivotally coupled at the leg frame. A pivot point is defined at a pivot connection between the table support and the leg support, and a centerline is defined between the table coupling end of the table support and the leg coupling end of the leg support when the leg frame is moved in the unfolded position, wherein the pivot point is located below the centerline when the leg frame is moved in the unfolded position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2016
    Inventor: Mei-Fang Chang
  • Patent number: 9265340
    Abstract: An article of furniture includes a structure having a surface that supports a weight. The surface may be tiltable from a first position in which the surface is flat or substantially horizontal and a second position in which the surface is substantially vertical. At least one leg rotating mechanism may attach at least one leg of the article of furniture to the surface so that the at least one leg is rotatable about a vertical axis when the surface is tilted. In some embodiments, the article may be a table and the surface may be a tabletop. In other embodiments, the article may be a chair and the surface may be a seating surface of a seat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2016
    Assignee: Knoll, Inc.
    Inventors: Marc Krusin, Pavel Ruzicka
  • Patent number: 8904943
    Abstract: A foldable table may include a table top and legs that are movable between an extended position and a collapsed position. The table top may include a first section and a second section that are connected by a hinge assembly. A locking member may be sized and configured to lock the hinge assembly in a fixed position. Advantageously, moving the legs between the extended and collapsed positions may cause the locking mechanism to move between the locked and unlocked positions. Thus, when the legs are in the extended position and the locking mechanism is in the locked position, the table top may be secured in the unfolded position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 5, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2014
    Assignee: Lifetime Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Ju Young Jin, Cai Yixian
  • Patent number: 8555791
    Abstract: A foldable table may include a table top and legs that are movable between an extended position and a collapsed position. The table top may include a first section and a second section that are connected by a hinge assembly. A locking member may be sized and configured to lock the hinge assembly in a fixed position. Advantageously, moving the legs between the extended and collapsed positions may cause the locking mechanism to move between the locked and unlocked positions. Thus, when the legs are in the extended position and the locking mechanism is in the locked position, the table top may be secured in the unfolded position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 15, 2013
    Assignee: Lifetime Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Ju-Young Jin, Cai Yixian
  • Publication number: 20130118388
    Abstract: A foldable table includes a tabletop made of U-PVC material with solid structure, a reinforcing unit and two leg frames. The reinforcing unit is provided at the bottom side of the tabletop for evenly distributing and supporting a downward loading force on the tabletop. The reinforcing unit further includes two longitudinal reinforcing members for increasing the rigidity of the tabletop. The two leg frames are foldably supported at the bottom side of the tabletop to fold between an unfolded position and a folded position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2011
    Publication date: May 16, 2013
    Inventor: Shou Qiang Zhu
  • Publication number: 20130000528
    Abstract: A foldable table includes a table top having a top surface and a bottom surface; a frame assembly disposed on a bottom surface of the table top; at least two leg assemblies pivotally coupled to the frame assembly for movement between an extended position and a folded position; at least two support members, each support member pivotally coupled to the frame assembly and to the at least two leg assemblies; and at least one locking assembly coupled to the at least two support members, each of the at least one locking assembly comprising a ramp portion integrally formed with a locking portion, a channel formed under the ramp portion for guiding and receiving a locking pin, the locking portion having an opening for receiving a pushbutton and the locking pin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2012
    Publication date: January 3, 2013
    Inventor: Ki Ho Jin
  • Publication number: 20120304897
    Abstract: Some embodiments of a table system can include a table that is readily adjustable between a deployed position and a storage position. In particular embodiments, when the table is in the unlocked condition, the tabletop surface can be readily pivoted from a generally horizontal position to a generally vertical position, for example, for purposes of storing or transporting the table.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2011
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Applicant: Halcon Inc.
    Inventors: Scott Gerald Williamson, Benjamin St. Mane Conway, Mark Von Der Heide, Jorge Enrique Ramos Herrera, James Lawrence
  • Publication number: 20120304901
    Abstract: A unique foldable table (having an automatic button-latching and button-releasing system, an automatic leg-centering system, and an automatic collapse-preventing system) comprises a collapse-preventing tabletop assembly, a plurality of extendable-leg assemblies, and a plurality of scissoring-arm assemblies. The scissoring-arm assemblies are attached to the extendable-leg assemblies, respectively. The extendable-leg assemblies are releasably attached to the collapse-preventing tabletop assembly. The extendable-leg assemblies have an automatic button-latching and button-releasing system and an automatic leg-centering system. The automatic button-latching and button-releasing system has unique spring-loaded latches for automatically latching and automatically releasing the release buttons of the unique foldable table to simplify all conventionally cumbersome, two-handed operations into uniquely easy, one-handed operations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2011
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Inventor: Dee Volin
  • Patent number: 8302540
    Abstract: An improved folding table includes an extension table having a pair of frame members, a top member, a pair of foldable legs, a slide, a corner bracket and a corner hinge. One top member is attached to one side of its frame member and the top members are stacked when the table is unextended. The legs are carried by each frame member and are located at a frame joint. The slide connects the frame members and includes a plurality of interlocking and movable members. The corner bracket and corner hinge are located at a frame joint and the corner hinge foldably connects the leg to the frame and bracket. The invention is also considered a corner bracket for use in an extension table having foldable legs and a frame with the corner bracket mountable at each frame joint and a method of making an extendable folding table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2012
    Assignee: Stakmore Co., Inc.
    Inventor: Eric P. Niermeyer
  • Publication number: 20120272873
    Abstract: A foldable table includes a tabletop made of U-PVC material with a solid structure, a table reinforcing frame, and two leg frames. The table reinforcing frame is encirclingly mounted at a peripheral edge of the tabletop for forming an edge protector of the tabletop and for evenly distributing and supporting a downward loading force on the tabletop. The two leg frames are foldably supported at the bottom side of the tabletop to fold between an unfolded position and a fold position. Each leg frame includes a folding leg pivotally coupled with the table reinforcing frame and a folding frame pivotally extended from the bottom side of the tabletop to the folding leg. At the unfolded position, the folding leg is pivotally and outwardly folded to downwardly extend from the tabletop. At the folded position, the folding leg is pivotally and inwardly folded to rest under the tabletop.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2011
    Publication date: November 1, 2012
    Inventor: Shou Qiang Zhu
  • Publication number: 20120186500
    Abstract: A rapidly assembled office desk is provided, wherein a leg and a front guard board of the office desk are respectively fixed through a hinge, so that the leg of the office desk is linked with the front guard board. An inner side of the front guard board of the office desk and a back face of the desk board of the office desk are respectively fixed through a slide rail device, so that the front guard board of the office desk is linked with the desk board. In this way, the front guard board can be unfolded or be folded for storage at the back face of the desk board, and the two legs can also be unfolded or be folded for storage at the inner side of the front guard board. Therefore, the present invention can achieve an operation function of being easily and rapidly assembled and folded for storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 20, 2011
    Publication date: July 26, 2012
    Inventor: YU-CHENG LIU
  • Publication number: 20120186499
    Abstract: An object holding table comprising a table top, a frame body, two rotating shaft sets and a foot stand set. The rotating shaft sets are used to movably attach the table top and the frame body to allow the table top to turn 90 degrees. The foot stand set has a first lateral foot stand and a second lateral foot stand both capable of overturning outwards and supporting the object holding table to stand; and when not in use, to withdraw and being stored at the inner side of the table top. By assembling the foregoing assemblies, the object holding table of the present invention is hence capable of holding a portable electronic device and turning 90 degrees to reach a convenient watching position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2011
    Publication date: July 26, 2012
    Inventor: Stephen Chen
  • Patent number: 8191881
    Abstract: A portable cutting table may include a free-standing and collapsible frame adapted to be transported between remote locations. A cutting surface is preferably connected to a top-most region of the frame in such a manner that the cutting surface preferably remains centrally conjoined to the frame while the frame preferably is biased between folded and unfolded positions. A frame biasing mechanism articulates the frame between the folded and unfolded positions while the cutting surface remains statically engaged with the top-most surface. A plurality of knife-holding implements may be directly and fixedly mated to the frame biasing mechanism. Such knife-holding implements may be simultaneously articulated about a fulcrum axis registered orthogonal to a longitudinal axis of the cutting surface such that the knife-holding implements are automatically displaced between stored and exposed positions as the frame is biased between the folded and unfolded positions respectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2012
    Inventor: Abayomi Iyewarun
  • Publication number: 20120067256
    Abstract: A folding table with positioning function is provided. Therein a table board, two support sets pivotally connected and parallel with the table board and a fixing frame pivotally connected with the table board between and perpendicular to the two support sets are included. The two support sets each contain at least one holder having at least one positioning hole at one side thereof and the two support sets can engage with the fixing frame by connecting ends of the fixing frame, wherein the connecting end is inserted with a spring member having a pin movably projecting from a through hole corresponding to the positioning hole and engaging with the positioning hole when the two support sets and the fixing frame are unfolded so as to secure the folding table stably.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2010
    Publication date: March 22, 2012
    Inventor: Chien-Kuo CHANG
  • Publication number: 20120055380
    Abstract: A computer table includes a frame assembly, a board assembly detachably mounted on the frame assembly, and a shelf detachably mounted on the frame assembly. The frame assembly includes two side frames each pivotally connected with a rear frame. The board assembly includes a plurality of connecting posts each mounted between a support board and a movable board. The shelf includes two connecting brackets each pivotally connected with a support plate and each detachably mounted on a respective one of the two side frames. Thus, the frame assembly, the board assembly and the shelf are detached from each other and are folded individually so that the computer table can be detached and folded to have the minimum volume so as to decrease the cost of packaging, storage and transportation of the computer table.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2010
    Publication date: March 8, 2012
    Inventors: Chen-Yu Chung, Shih-Ming Lin
  • Publication number: 20110203493
    Abstract: A table may include a table top and a leg assembly. The leg assembly may be moved between use and storage positions, and the movement of the leg assembly may move a cross member between a first position in which the cross member resists folding of the table top and a second position in which the cross member facilitates folding and unfolding of the table top. The table top may include first and second sections with portions that overlap and/or interlock when the table top is unfolded. When the table top is in the unfolded position, movement of the leg assembly towards the use position may move the cross member towards the overlapping and/or interlocking portions, which may move the overlapping and/or interlocking portions towards each other. When moved towards each other, the overlapping and/or interlocking portions may be securely connected.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2011
    Publication date: August 25, 2011
    Applicant: LIFETIME PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Kent Ashby, Joel Bennett
  • Publication number: 20110203494
    Abstract: A table may include a table top and a leg assembly. The leg assembly may be moved between use and storage positions, and the movement of the leg assembly may move a cross member between a first position in which the cross member resists folding of the table top and a second position in which the cross member facilitates folding and unfolding of the table top. The table top may include first and second sections with portions that overlap and/or interlock when the table top is unfolded. When the table top is in the unfolded position, movement of the leg assembly towards the use position may move the cross member towards the overlapping and/or interlocking portions, which may move the overlapping and/or interlocking portions towards each other. When moved towards each other, the overlapping and/or interlocking portions may be securely connected.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2011
    Publication date: August 25, 2011
    Applicant: LIFETIME PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventors: Kent Ashby, Joel Bennett
  • Publication number: 20110100270
    Abstract: A table with a metal top includes a leg assembly coupled to a table top with a single, continuous and sheet of metal forming substantially an entire uppermost surface of the table top that is flat, continuous and uninterrupted over substantially the entire uppermost surface. The sheet being folded down around a perimeter thereof forming substantially an entire outermost perimeter of the table top that is continuous and uninterrupted around substantially the entire outermost perimeter and extending downward and away from the uppermost surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2010
    Publication date: May 5, 2011
    Inventor: Tom Atkins
  • Publication number: 20100300334
    Abstract: A bedtime computer table allows one to comfortably use a laptop computer or other portable electronic devices while reclining in bed or sofa. The bedtime computer table consists of a flat panel to support a laptop computer and a mouse, a set of collapsible leg panels that support said panel and reciprocal locking fixtures that set members at fixed positions. The bedtime computer table can be in folded or unfolded position. The bedtime computer table has some of the following functions: a) Protects user from heat and absorbs heat from a laptop computer. b) Organizes one's usage of laptop computer, computer keyboard and a mouse while staying in bed or sofa.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2010
    Publication date: December 2, 2010
    Inventor: Stayko Tcholakov
  • Patent number: 7765939
    Abstract: A foldable stand includes a platform for holding a power tool, four legs, and a connecting device set, which has four connecting devices respectively pivotally secure the legs to the platform for allowing the legs to be set between a collapsed status received inside the platform and an extended status to support the platform above the floor. The third and fourth connecting devices are respectively disposed at two opposite sides relative to the connection line that is defined between the first connecting device and the second connecting device. The leg that is coupled to the first connecting device is disposed near the connection line between the first connecting device and the second connecting device and far from the third connecting device, and the leg that is coupled to the second connecting device is disposed near the connection line between the first connecting device and the second connecting device and far from the fourth connecting device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2010
    Assignee: Rexon Industrial Corp., Ltd
    Inventor: Jung-Huo Chen
  • Patent number: 7604289
    Abstract: A foldable table-chair assembly and the frame thereof. The frame has a table frame and four integral chair frames. A table panel is able to be detachably attached on the table frame. The table panel has a plurality of hard sub-panels which are foldably connected together and a covering containing the sub-panels. A chair panel is able to be detachably attached on each chair frame. The invention is able to lower the attention needed to deal with each chair and the table and be folded up and opened by a simple operation thus saving the time of storing and preparing for using.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2009
    Inventor: Libin Chen
  • Patent number: 7509914
    Abstract: A folding leg apparatus for an article of furniture having a top and a support leg movable between an extended and a folded position comprises a mounting plate configured for attachment to the top of the article of furniture and including a pair of mounting flanges extending along opposite sides of the mounting plate, an upper pivot rod attached to the support leg adjacent the top end, a first pivoting connection between each end of the upper pivot rod and a corresponding one of the pair of mounting flanges and a second pivoting connection between the support leg and a corresponding one of the pair of mounting flanges offset on the support leg from the upper pivot rod. A latch mechanism is provided that includes a pair of pivot arms, each pivotably mounted to a corresponding one of the pair of mounting flanges and positioned between the flanges. Each of the pivot arms includes an actuator plate positioned between the flanges and adapted to be manually pressed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2009
    Assignee: Ditto Sales, Inc.
    Inventor: Michael L. Murphy
  • Publication number: 20080282748
    Abstract: A laundry table that is easily stowed in a low profile vertically aligned configuration on the side of a washer or dryer unit or in a gap between a side-by-side washer and dryer. The table support is pivotally connected to a narrow rigid arm assembly that fits inside the gap between a side-by-side washer and dryer unit. The arm assembly is perpendicularly aligned and connected to a low profile foot structure that is placed on the ground and in the floor space and under the washer or dryer unit. During assembly, the washer and dryer units are placed over the foot structure so that the arm assembly is supported in a position when the table support is moved between in a vertical stored position and unfolded to a horizontally position along the side of the washer and dryer units and used to sort and hold folded laundry. In a second embodiment, the table support is stowed inside a recessed horizontal cavity formed on the front surface of one or both units.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2008
    Publication date: November 20, 2008
    Inventor: Kip Carver
  • Patent number: 7430968
    Abstract: A folding work platform apparatus is used on a support surface and includes a work platform table and at least three legs. The work platform table has a top surface and a bottom surface disposed opposite the top surface and a side wall disposed between the top and bottom surfaces to define a thickness. The work platform table might have a groove formed into the top surface that extends longitudinally along a longitudinal axis. The at least three legs movably adjoin the bottom surface of the work platform table and are movable to and between a folded state wherein the at least three legs extended from the bottom surface generally parallel with one another and an extended state wherein the at least three legs extend from the bottom surface generally angularly away from the bottom surface and from one another for supporting the work platform table on the support surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2008
    Inventor: Roger T. Clark
  • Patent number: 7314011
    Abstract: Tubular fold-away legs for support surfaces which includes a joint, which is made up of an element for coupling to the tubular body and an attachment element to said support surface, the legs being mobile between a first closed non-operative position and a second open operative position, tilted by an angle with respect to the support surface. The joint is equipped with elastic locking device to secure it in either the non-operative or operative positions and with a stable attachment device when in the operative position, as well as matching tilted centering surfaces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2008
    Assignee: Leonardo S.r.l.
    Inventor: Carlo Cattaneo
  • Patent number: 7055563
    Abstract: A collapsible table assembly having improved portability. A mechanism interconnects the table and supporting legs for moving the legs between a diverging supporting position, a folding position, and a storage position. A saw track assembly includes an upper platform for receiving a cutting device and a lower platform for supporting a workpiece during cutting connected to the upper platform. Each of the upper and lower platform are disposed above the table. A guide pin pivotally attaches the saw track to the table for allowing the saw track to pivot through a plane parallel to the table. A plurality of material supports supported by the table rotate between a first material supporting position for supporting a workpiece and a second unobstructing position for allowing the saw track to freely pivot through the plane without contacting the material supports.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2006
    Assignee: Tapco International Corporation
    Inventor: J Richard Logan
  • Patent number: 7011364
    Abstract: A table with folding legs is disclosed. The table is capable of being folded into a storage position. One embodiment of the table includes one or more seats attached to at least one of the folding legs. In one embodiment, the seats are adjustable horizontally and vertically. An embodiment of the table includes a table top provided with a cavity, the cavity capable of receiving a cooler therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2006
    Assignee: J.F. Meskill Enterprises, L.L.C.
    Inventors: James F. Meskill, Jeffrey Kalman, Gary Robert Stephan, Craig Saunders, David Boll
  • Patent number: 6928934
    Abstract: A foldable table includes a table top coupled to a frame, and a pedestal that is coupled to the side rails and end rails of the frame via a four bar link.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2005
    Inventor: Edward Zheng
  • Publication number: 20040112263
    Abstract: A foldable panel supporter includes a supporting leg frame and a supporter joint, wherein the supporting leg frame includes a lower supporting frame and an upper connecting frame which includes a pair of L-shaped resilient connecting arms adapted for being inwardly and slightly pressed. The supporter joint has a folding channel provided thereon to receive the two connecting arms of the upper connecting frame, wherein the folding channel has two holding portions at two ends thereof and a retaining portion extending between the two holding portions. The retaining portion has a width narrower than the two holding portions, wherein each of the holding portions is shaped and sized to receive the connecting arms therein, wherein by slightly and inwardly pressing the resilient connecting arms to an extent that a distance between the resilient connecting arms is equal to the width of the retaining portion, the upper supporting frame is capable of sliding form one of the holding portion to another the holding portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2002
    Publication date: June 17, 2004
    Inventor: Edward Zheng
  • Publication number: 20030217676
    Abstract: Blow molded plastic structures are provided for use in various structures such as, but not limited to, tables, chairs, walls, backboards, storage bins, sports equipment and the like. The blow molded plastic structure has a first surface and a second surface extending between a first end and a second end and forming a chamber there between. A plurality of depressions is formed on the second surface and extends into the chamber. The depressions are usually unitary structures formed by a depression wall. Generally, the steeper the depression wall, the more strength is provided to the structure. In addition, where the plurality of depressions has a low profile and a greater density, increased strength is provided to the structure. The depressions may or may not be joined to the first surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 8, 2003
    Publication date: November 27, 2003
    Inventors: L. Curtis Strong, Barry D. Mower
  • Patent number: 6651568
    Abstract: A table assembly of the type including a table top having a lower surface with a recessed central tray region and tray sides extending between the tray region and surrounding portions of the lower surface; leg assemblies mountable adjacent the lower surface and within the central tray region, each of the leg assemblies including a bracket having a plurality of mounts and at least two extensions adjacent edges of the bracket and positioned adjacent a portion of one of the tray sides; a leg pivotally mounted to the mounts; a plurality of frame members positioned so that a portion of each of the frame members is positioned between one of the extensions of the one of the brackets, and a fastener extending through each of the extensions and a portion of the adjacent frame member and into a portion of the tray side for mounting of the frame members and the leg assemblies to the table top.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 15, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2003
    Assignee: Maxchief Investments Limited
    Inventor: Steven A. Buono
  • Publication number: 20030051642
    Abstract: A folding table includes support pedestals, side rails, and foldable support braces. Each of the support braces includes a rail connecting portion and a pedestal connecting portion. One of the pedestal connecting portion and the rail connecting portion of each of the support braces is formed with a notch, whereas the other of the pedestal connecting portion and the rail connecting portion of each of the support braces is formed with a projection extending into the notch to ensure that the support brace can be maintained at an extended state. Each of the support braces further includes a pivot fastener for connecting pivotally the pedestal connecting portion to the rail connecting portion, and a locking fastener to retain releasably the support brace at the extended state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2001
    Publication date: March 20, 2003
    Inventor: Chuen-Jong Tseng
  • Publication number: 20030024445
    Abstract: A folding table includes a pair of support pedestals, a longitudinal support rail, a pair of foldable support braces, and a table top. The longitudinal support rail extends in a longitudinal direction, and has opposite rail ends disposed respectively on top of intermediate segments of end rails of the support pedestals. Each of the support braces includes a pedestal connecting portion and a rail connecting portion. The pedestal connecting portion has a first end connected pivotally to a respective one of the support pedestals, and an opposite second end. The rail connecting portion has a first end connected pivotally to the support rail, and an opposite second end connected pivotally to the second end of the pedestal connecting portion. The support rail and the end rails against a bottom surface of the table top.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2001
    Publication date: February 6, 2003
    Inventor: Chou-Chin Nien
  • Publication number: 20020124778
    Abstract: The present invention is a folding bench where two side pieces fold substantially flat against a back piece in a closed or folded position and fold outwardly about a hinge to an open position. Support means for a seat secured against the back piece and side piece is completed with removable means for easy assembly and low cost construction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2001
    Publication date: September 12, 2002
    Inventor: Yang Wen Hwei
  • Patent number: 6401631
    Abstract: A folding table is provided with a foldable leg structure. The legs fold between a first working position and a second stored position. As the legs move towards the stored position, a pair of wheels associated with the legs structure are moved into operative position, enabling the table top to be rolled easily to storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2002
    Assignee: Falcon Products, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian Kane, Brian Graham, Mark Kapka
  • Patent number: 6283046
    Abstract: A piece of furniture includes a body portion, a plurality of leg members, a plurality of sleeve members, and a plurality of spring members. The body portion has a bottom side, and a plurality of projections projecting downwardly from the bottom side. Each of the leg members has an upper end connected pivotally to a distal end of a corresponding one of the projections to form a pivot joint. Each of the sleeve members is sleeved movably on the pivot joint that includes the distal end of a corresponding one of the projections and the upper end of a corresponding one of the leg members. Each of the spring members is mounted on a corresponding one of the leg members for biasing and retaining a corresponding one of the sleeve members around the pivot joint that includes the distal end of the corresponding one of the projections and the upper end of the corresponding one of the leg members, thereby preventing the leg members from turning relative to the projections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2001
    Inventor: Chun-Hsien Tseng
  • Patent number: 6182724
    Abstract: A foldable working bench includes two side frames each including two posts and a collapsible device connected between the two posts. An upper deck is connected on the top of the two side frames and a lower deck is connected between the two side frames and located below the upper deck. The upper deck is able to be slid to the same side of the two side frames when the two side frames are collapsed. A board is fixedly connected to the other side of the two side frames and the lower deck is pivotally connected to the board when the two side frames are collapsed. A roof unit is removably connected to the top of the two side frames.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 1999
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2001
    Inventors: Gin Cherng Chou, Wen Chin Chon
  • Patent number: 5931488
    Abstract: A wheeled folding gateleg table having a frame member, table top and a pair of gatelegs. Each gateleg includes a foot and at least one wheel on one foot for rolling movement of the upright table.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 1997
    Date of Patent: August 3, 1999
    Assignee: Bretford Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Salvatore S. Graziano, Mark Stenftenagel, James W. Brown
  • Patent number: 5480119
    Abstract: A lightweight portable podium is provided for use in lectures and other speaking events. The podium rests on a table or desk and has an inclined shelf which forms the upper surface on which notes and papers can readily repose. The shelf is screened from public view and protected from wind by a main panel that forms the front of the podium and two side panels. The four pieces that comprise the podium are substantially flat and can be readily disassembled into a flat unit for storage or transit. The upper edge of the shelf is captured by two channels formed between the main and side panels. For disassembly the shelf is first pivoted to be parallel to the main panel. It is then slidden in the channels in a downward direction into contact with the main panel. The two side panels are then folded in over the shelf/main panel combination to form a flat, thin unit for storage or transit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 1994
    Date of Patent: January 2, 1996
    Assignee: Pierce Companies, Inc.
    Inventors: James S. Fish, Dennis Deutsch
  • Patent number: 5438938
    Abstract: A movable utility cart includes a frame and a tray assembly appended to the frame. A latch assembly is provided to move between an engaged position coupling the tray assembly to the frame and a disengaged position uncoupling the tray assembly from the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 8, 1995
    Assignee: Cosco, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul K. Meeker, William R. Gibson
  • Patent number: 5367962
    Abstract: A table includes a table top unit, an annular table frame secured to the table top unit, and a leg assembly including several elongated blocks and several legs. Each of the legs includes a foot portion, two leg bodies secured respectively to the foot portion, and two aligned horizontal pivot portions secured respectively to the leg bodies. Each of the blocks includes a first vertical side surface, a second vertical side surface, an elongated horizontal bottom surface, and two end walls. The first side surface is secured to the annular table frame. The second side surface has a horizontal slot and two vertical slots each of which is communicated with an intermediate portion of the horizontal slot. The bottom surface interconnects the first and second side surfaces and has two L-shaped slots each of which has a lengthwise section and a transverse section. The transverse section has a first end communicated with the lengthwise section and a second end communicated with one of the vertical slots.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 29, 1994
    Inventor: Chun-Chu Tseng
  • Patent number: 5255612
    Abstract: A securement device for releasable attachment of a lapboard to a user's leg includes a table member and a pair of in-folding leg members, one each of which is attached for hinged movement relative to a corresponding side edge portion of the table member. Elastic webbing interconnects the free end portion of each leg member to a central portion on the underside of the table member. The securement device is centered on a user's leg with the leg members bracing the table member to prevent displacement thereof as a result of ordinary unbalanced imposed forces. When removed from a user's leg, the securement device folds to a compact storage position flush with the table member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 1992
    Date of Patent: October 26, 1993
    Inventor: Rolf Anderson
  • Patent number: 5109778
    Abstract: A folding table is disclosed. The table includes legs pivotably connected to the underside of a table surface so that when the table is folded, the legs lay flat against the underside of the table. A locking mechanism is provided to lock the legs in an unfolded position, and a release mechanism is provided to unlock the legs, thereby allowing the table to be folded.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 1991
    Date of Patent: May 5, 1992
    Assignee: Berco Industries
    Inventors: Alan Berkowitz, Elliott W. Baum, Curt Angel