Support Structure Includes Leg Patents (Class 108/176)
  • Patent number: 11246408
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a foldable rack, each of foldable plates of the foldable rack includes a first layer plate and a second layer plate, a first connecting piece is connected to a left end of the first layer plate, a second connecting piece is connected to a right end of the second layer plate, a supporting rod is connected with the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece through a pin shaft, a lock catch assembly includes a slider, a driving arm, an upper lock catch, and a lock hook piece, the slider is matched and sleeved on the supporting rod, a left end and a right end of the slider are respectively pivotally connected with one of slider supporting rods, the lock hook piece is separated from the supporting rod and is disposed on the first connecting piece or the second connecting piece.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2022
    Assignee: ZHONGSHAN GUANNIAN METAL PRODUCTS CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Anqi Jiang, Yiguang Jiang
  • Patent number: 9888765
    Abstract: The retractable shelf system allows for the compartmentalization of storage container. The system is integrated into the interior space of the storage container and includes a plurality of shelving units distributed along the length of the storage container. Each shelving unit includes a first retractable shelf and a second retractable shelf. The first retractable shelf and the second retractable shelf each include a storage panel, a support beam, a hinge mechanism, and an at least one support leg. The support beam from each retractable shelf is mounted parallel and offset to each other within the storage container. The storage panel is mounted adjacent to the support beam by the hinge mechanism. The support leg is hingedly connected to a bottom surface of the support storage panel, opposite the support beam. The first retractable shelf and the second retractable shelf can be positioned into a retracted configuration and a functional configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2016
    Date of Patent: February 13, 2018
    Inventor: Walter L Johnson
  • Patent number: 9770102
    Abstract: A folding shelf apparatus is provided. The folding shelf includes forward vertical supports and rearward vertical supports. At least one horizontal shelf is pivotally mounted to the forward supports and the vertical supports so that the shelf of the present invention may fold. The present invention further includes at least one wall mount that is attachable to a wall, and at least one latch protruding from the folding shelf and releasably attachable to the wall mount.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 19, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2017
    Inventor: John W. Conod
  • Publication number: 20140338574
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a foldable table mechanism that is convenient to transport. The foldable table mechanism includes table tops and a foldable mechanism. The foldable mechanism includes at least one shelve unit and a plurality of support legs. The support legs include a plurality of movable units. The movable units are pivotably connected. The shelve unit is disposed between the table tops. The shelve unit is movably connected to the movable units. The support legs support and secure the table tops at an open position and are stored between the table tops at a folded position. the present invention is simple in structure, foldable and flexible to use, convenient to carry and transport, thus suitable to use in small space, such as in household setting, small food service areas, and also suitable to use for outdoor activities because it is easy to transport.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2012
    Publication date: November 20, 2014
    Applicant: SHANGHAI KUNJEK HANDTOOLS AND HARDWARE CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Hao Wen
  • Patent number: 8573554
    Abstract: A conductor system includes a music stand and at least one support rack. The music stand and the support rack can be used independently, but can provide additional stability when coupled to each other. The podium and the rack can be positioned to accommodate the preferences of a user, including by height, radial, lateral, and pitch/tilt adjustments. The support rack is adapted to receive any number of user instruments, such as, for example, a laptop or an electronic keyboard. The podium and the rack can be transported without being lifted completely off the support surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2013
    Assignee: Wenger Corporation
    Inventors: Michael D. Jines, Thomas A. Dettmann, Jodi Tuthill, Kevin Krumholz
  • Patent number: 8522769
    Abstract: The present invention relates to outdoor grill accessories, and more particularly, a foldable worktable attachment for an outdoor grill that includes a large table area that is interconnected to a lower shelf by two sets of foldable legs. When in an erect position, the table provides ample space for preparing foods and the like, but when in a collapsed position, the table lies flush against one of the sides of the grill housing, thus, enclosing the lower shelf and supporting legs that are folded and stored between the table and a recessed area included in the grill housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: The Grill Company, LLC
    Inventors: John Ducate, Jr., Sond-Kae (Robin) Ho
  • Patent number: 8292250
    Abstract: A conductor system includes a music stand and at least one support rack. The music stand and the support rack can be used independently, but can provide additional stability when coupled to each other. The podium and the rack can be positioned to accommodate the preferences of a user, including by height, radial, lateral, and pitch/tilt adjustments. The support rack is adapted to receive any number of user instruments, such as, for example, a laptop or an electronic keyboard. The podium and the rack can be transported without being lifted completely off the support surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Assignee: Wenger Corporation
    Inventors: Michael D. Jines, Thomas A. Dettmann, Jodi Tuthill, Kevin Krumholz
  • Publication number: 20100018442
    Abstract: A folding workbench includes a rectangular benchtop frame and first and second leg assemblies pivotably coupled to the frame. Each leg assembly includes first and second legs coupled to respective side rails of the frame, the leg assembly rotatable between a folded position, in which the leg assembly lies substantially within the benchtop frame, and an open position in which the leg assembly extends from the benchtop frame at about a 90 degree angle. Each leg assembly includes a shelf bracket extending between the first and second legs, with a notch extending lengthwise in the shelf bracket. With the leg assemblies in their open positions, a shelf assembly extends between and engages the notches of the shelf brackets, preventing rotation of the leg assemblies away from their open positions. Ends of the legs can be shaped to bind against the frame at selected positions, to provide detents to hold the leg assemblies in their folded or open positions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2009
    Publication date: January 28, 2010
    Inventor: N. Eric Knudsen
  • Patent number: 6811233
    Abstract: A foldable workbench provides ergonomic and flat horizontal working surfaces that can be folded vertically to occupy less space when desired. The top shelf may fold downwardly and provide a working space for arms and shoulders. The middle space is generally disposed at waist or hip height to provide arm and shoulder space while also providing an object against which a person might lean in order to provide stability, steady themselves, and work upon objects present on the middle shelf. The lower shelf has room for a person's shins or feet, especially when leaning against the middle shelf. The foldable workstation has a generally thin profile when folded up against a wall or other similar vertical support. The folded panels of the foldable workbench provide protection for tools hanging vertically on a pegboard or the like adjacent the upper folded panel. Similarly, foldable shelves provide horizontal storage or stowage space when needed yet fold vertically to occupy less space when so desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2002
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2004
    Assignee: CanAm Marketing Corporation
    Inventor: Stephen R. Packer
  • Patent number: 5899346
    Abstract: A space saver shelving unit adapted to straddle the tank of a toilet for convenient shelves above the tank. The shelving unit includes detachable leg members which connect to a folding upper section. The upper section has a plurality of shelves pivotably attached to a rear panel and front posts. The leg members are secured to the back panel and posts to supply rigidity retaining the shelves in their proper position. The foldable shelving unit allows for convenient storage and shipment by folding to a flat surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 1997
    Date of Patent: May 4, 1999
    Assignee: Zenith Products Corp.
    Inventor: John Robert Newkirk
  • Patent number: 5771613
    Abstract: An embroidery easel apparatus includes a base, an adjustable arm with a lower end attached to the base, a rotatable head attached to an upper end of the arm, a clamp attached to the head, and a scrolling embroidery frame held in the clamp. The frame includes a pair of spaced rollers and a crossbar extending between side members. The clamp grips the frame by the crossbar, so that the rollers can be rotated for advancing a work piece mounted therebetween, and so that the work piece is not damaged by the clamp. The frame can be rotated or flipped over to allow access to the underside of the work piece. In a second embodiment, the clamp is rotatably attached to the upper end of the arm. The rotational axis of the clamp is positioned along the plane of the frame, so that the height of the frame is not changed after it is flipped over.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: June 30, 1998
    Inventors: Neal Geils, Victoria Meyer