Abstract: A table has a table top that is fixedly attached to a support leg that forms a water pipe having an inlet and an outlet connection fitting for connecting a water supply line and a hose directly to the table so that water may flow to the hose through the leg of the table. The table may be secured to an edge of a dock over water using a bracket. The table top may be cleaned with water spray directly from the hose. Rear support legs of the table may form hollow tubes each having an upper open end and a lower open end at opposing ends of the tube. Each upper open end is defined by an opening on the top side of the table top. When hosing the table after cleaning fish, blood and other remains of fish may be flushed down through the tubes directly into the water below.

Abstract: A table that may be used for cleaning fish has a table top that is fixedly attached to front and rear support legs. The rear support legs form hollow tubes each having an upper open end and a lower open end at opposing ends of the tube. The upper open end is defined by an opening on the top side of the table top. The support legs have a bracket attached to the lower ends of the legs for securing the table to an edge of a dock that is over water. When cleaning fish, the table top may be cleaned with water spray from a hose by flushing blood and other remains of cleaned fish down through the tubes and into the water below. The tubes within the support legs provide a conduit through which blood and other fish remains may be discharged directly into the water.

Abstract: A table for a lithographic apparatus, the table having a catchment opening formed in an upper surface of the table, the catchment opening in fluid communication through the table with the environment of the table at a drain opening in a surface of the table other than the upper surface.

Abstract: A sink strainer assembly for attachment to a clamping ring of a sink waste valve assembly comprising a strainer sized to fit within and be attachable to the clamping ring by a locking bar attachable to the clamping ring and at least one or more screws affixing the strainer to the locking bar, the improvement to which comprises (a) the strainer comprising a cylindrical body having top and bottom surfaces provided with passageways extending from the top surface and extending through the bottom surface to permit fluids to pass through the strainer, a channel cut in the bottom surface and having a post cavity of greater depth than the channel, a screw passageway extending from the bottom of the post cavity through the top surface of the strainer body; (b) the locking bar comprising an elongated slat member having a width greater than the depth of the channel and a length sized to fit in the channel, the slat having a post member sized to fit into the post cavity, the post member having an axial passageway formed

Abstract: Described is a containment device for holding a container that defines a container interior volume. The containment device can include a base portion enclosing a base portion interior volume, the base portion including: a plurality of base walls, a trough extending from at least one of the base walls, and a substantially horizontal support surface adapted to support the container above the base portion interior volume. The base portion interior volume can be equal to or greater than the container interior volume. An enclosure can extend above the base portion, the enclosure including a plurality of enclosure walls adapted to surround the container. The enclosure walls can define an opening above the trough, the opening adapted for insertion of the container into the enclosure.

Abstract: A curtain assembly includes a curtain, a cord unit connected to the curtain and adjustable to raise or lower the curtain in an up-down direction, and a retaining unit. The retaining unit is detachably coupled to the curtain and includes an outer hollow member, an inner rod member, and a confining member. The outer hollow member extends in a lengthwise direction perpendicular to the up-down direction, has a surrounding wall formed with an opening, and has a receiving space defined by the surrounding wall. A part of the curtain surrounds the inner rod member, extends through the opening, and is fixed between the surrounding wall and the inner rod member. The cord unit extends through the confining member.

Abstract: According to various embodiments, a furniture system and method of manufacture is disclosed. The furniture system may comprise one or more raised horizontal platforms. The plurality of platforms may flank a basin, such as a catch basin. The furniture system may comprise one or more support members to support and/or raise the platforms and/or basin from ground level. The furniture system may comprise one or more containers.

Abstract: An icy table relating to a field of movable refrigerated containers includes a base, a support column, an ice bucket, and an amusement table, the base is connected to a lower end of the support column, the amusement table is configured on an upper end of the support column, and the amusement table includes a drinks holder and a game table. The icy table includes an ice bucket and an amusement table, which not only has a function of cooling drinks, but also has amusement function, and the multifunctional icy table can broaden the application areas, improve the practicality and lasting appeal, and promote the use thereof.

Abstract: A portable beverage cooler support has a support base and a least one support leg coupled thereto. The support base is sized to be receptive to at least one beverage cooler. A removable partition may be used to adjust the support base to multiple sized beverage coolers or provide a reinforced space between multiple beverage coolers. A lip or extension surrounds the support base wholly or in part to help retain any number of beverage coolers upon the support base. The beverage cooler(s) may further be secured in place by adjustable support straps that attach to the beverage cooler and the portable beverage cooler support. The portable beverage cooler support may bear the logo and colors of a sports team or other branding, patterns, textures, and the like. In some instances, the portable beverage cooler has at least one wireless speaker that may function with any number of wireless devices.

Abstract: A table for a lithographic apparatus, the table having a catchment opening formed in an upper surface of the table, the catchment opening in fluid communication through the table with the environment of the table at a drain opening in a surface of the table other than the upper surface.

Abstract: A table for a lithographic apparatus, the table having a catchment opening formed in an upper surface of the table, the catchment opening in fluid communication through the table with the environment of the table at a drain opening in a surface of the table other than the upper surface.

Abstract: According to various embodiments, a furniture system and method of manufacture is disclosed. The furniture system may comprise one or more raised horizontal platforms. The plurality of platforms may flank a basin, such as a catch basin. The furniture system may comprise one or more support members to support and/or raise the platforms and/or basin from ground level. The furniture system may comprise one or more containers.

Abstract: A seed tray for a bird feeder to catch seed husks and other debris, the seed tray comprising first and second seed tray members secured together about a pole, a first seed tray support located beneath the first and second seed tray members, the first seed tray support being slidable along the pole and lockable in a desired position with respect to the pole, the first seed tray support engaging with first and second seed tray members to retain the tray members together.

Abstract: According to various embodiments, a furniture system and method of manufacture is disclosed. The furniture system may comprise one or more raised horizontal platforms. The plurality of platforms may flank a basin, such as a catch basin. The furniture system may comprise one or more support members to support and/or raise the platforms and/or basin from ground level. The furniture system may comprise one or more containers.

Abstract: A low profile rinsing table is provided for cleaning rugs and other articles. The table includes an upper member having a series of apertures therein. Cleaning solutions can be scrubbed into the top of the rug and vacuum sources connected to the rinsing table will extract dirt, spent cleaning liquids and rinse water by pulling it through the rug, into a waste chamber and out for proper disposal. In an alternate embodiment of the rinsing table a roller extends along one side of the table to allow the rug to be easily indexed thereover.

Abstract: Pallet (P) base (1) which comprises an internal honeycomb structure made of plastic (2) two metal sheets (3, 4) arranged on either side of the plastic internal structure (2) two outer sheets of plastic (5, 6) adjoined to the metal sheets (3, 4) wherein the ends of the joining edges (7) of the honeycomb cells overhang said cells, the metal sheets (3, 4) being provided with through-holes (8) for passage of the ends of said edges (7), in such a way that it is possible to closely bind said ends to the outer sheets of plastic (5, 6).

Abstract: A food preparation table for cutting food articles and household items includes a cutting surface for cutting articles thereon. The preparation table further includes a smooth, sloping trough near one or many edges of the cutting surface. The trough or troughs may utilize a system of nozzles that flush debris from the trough into a cavity, or removable receptacles. Additional embodiments may include storage compartments positioned under the work surface for ease of food preparation. Further embodiments may utilize multiple configurations to enhance preparation efficiency.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a molded bed having a contoured sleeping surface surrounded by a liquid barrier. The sleeping surface having a plurality of channels formed therein terminating at a plurality of drains extending through the bed to direct loose liquid on the sleeping surface through a drain. The bed further comprising a means for attaching the bed to a floor and a tamper resistance glide assembly inserted in a foot on the bed, the glide comprising a floor engaging pad having a support shaft extending there from, a traveler on the support shaft. The traveler fixed in a glide pocket in the foot. The pad traversing axially in the glide pocket to orient the sleeping surface.

Abstract: The invention is a portable utility table, comprising, among other features, a table-top surface with a first integrally formed recessed portion forming a first sink, and a second integrally formed recessed portion forming a second sink, each sink also having an integrally formed drain aperture for exiting material; and collapsible legs capable of nesting in the bottom of the table.

Abstract: A portable convertible ice cooled serving table comprised of two sections is foldable for carrying by a handle. The legs may be folded against the sections. Transparent covers to protect the food from insects and to keep atmospheric heat away from the food and cooling medium are removeably pivotally mountable to the sections when erected and are storable within the folded table, including handles thereon, for transport and storage. The two sections are pivotally openable to form a table and conveniently secured in table position wherein the bases of the two sections are in the same plane. The legs are also provided with easily insertable and releasable braces which are pivotally mounted to the bases of the sections. The sections may be preferably made of insulative material.

Abstract: A table suited for a stylist when styling hair of a deceased body is configured to hold the deceased body to allow hair to be styled. The table has a set of scissor-like supports with a foot-actuated control, thereby providing a means to adjustably elevate and lower the table. The table may also be angled via a pair of foot-actuated controls. A footrest at the table's base supports the deceased person along with a plurality of body securing straps. The table also comprises a separate platform for allowing the stylist to store products within and a neck support to further support the deceased body configuration resulting in optimum hairstyling.

Abstract: A system for an adjustable, portable stand for supporting a portable, non-surgical medical device such as a CPAP or BiPAP machine. The system includes an adjustable and portable stand and a carrying case. The stand includes a platform with a recess along the periphery of the top surface, and a central portion to support the medical device. The recess includes at least one hole for fluid released from the medical device to flow from the central portion of the platform to the recess, through the hole, to a tray beneath the platform. The tray is slidably engaged to and beneath the platform. The platform is supported by a plurality of members releasably attached to one another, and is adjustable in height.

Abstract: An apparatus includes an extendable tray that can be moved into a retracted position and an extended position away from a recess surface, and a cover with a surface positioned in conjunction with the extendable tray so as to bridge a gap between the recess surface and the tray when the tray is in the extended position to provide a uniform appearance. Also included is a latch apparatus that includes a latch arm that engages a stop to limit horizontal translation of the tray past an extended position, a handle that, when depressed, disengages the latch arm, enabling removal of the tray past the extended position, a pivot that provides a rotational axis by which the handle is attached to the tray, and a spring arm that controls a pivot angle of the handle, ensuring that latch arm engages the stop. A refrigerator incorporating the structures is also disclosed.

Abstract: A multi-purpose utility table includes a top portion having a recessed sink portion, a housing for slidably engaging a hose or tube, an opening formed through the top portion, and a sheath for holding a sharp implement used at the utility table. The sink portion further includes a drain and an overflow outlet. Support members collapse easily and nest in the top portion of the table to provide an easily transportable multi-purpose utility table.

Abstract: A cooler table comprising a storage compartment formed with a top edge, and a tabletop. The tabletop is manipulable between a closed position in which it closes the top edge, and a table position in which it is mounted on a post extending from the storage compartment serving as a table while allowing access to the storage compartment.

Abstract: A receiving apparatus having a panel adapted to be disposed in a generally upwardly facing attitude substantially beneath a source of a fluid for receiving the fluid in rested relation thereon; and capturing members mounted on the panel operable to contain the fluid on the panel so as to prevent damage to the environs.

Abstract: A table and system for serving searfood and cleaning up afterwards. One purpose of the following invention and its embodiments is to be able to toss the refuse of the crawfish and crab shells right into the center of the table that will have a trash can under it. The top of the table may be made of bubbled/stippled aluminum for easy draining of the excess liquid from the seafood. At the center of the table is a removable strainer. The center of the table may slant down toward the center so that liquids can drain. There may be holes in the table to hook strainer into. Ridges are put on both sides of the hinges so the liquids doesn't drain through the cracks in the table except through the center of the table over a trashcan or other receiver.

Abstract: An adaptable cable management desk system comprising a frame assembly including at least one static leg. At least one interleg is releasably connected to the frame assembly, each interleg being movable along the length of the frame assembly. A monitor beam having a proximal edge is supported by the frame assembly and a work surface having a distal edge is spaced apart from the proximal edge of the monitor beam. A cableway for running wires and cabling is defined by the proximal edge of the monitor beam and the distal edge of work surface. An access flap is pivotally connected to the proximal edge of the monitor beam and movable from a closed position covering the cableway to an open position providing access to the cableway.

Abstract: A portable party table [1000] for holding hot and cold foods is described. It employs at least two sections [1100, 1500] held together with a hinge [1600] for holding foods. The party table [1000] has folding legs [1111, 1511] and leg supports [1113, 1513] to support the legs. Each section [1100, 1500] has a tapered base [1101, 1501] with a drain hole [1107, 1507] and a drain plug [1109, 1509]. As ice melts it is directed toward the drain holes [1107, 1507]. Electric receptacle [1525] provide electricity for a heating plate. Alternatively, the hinge [1600] is a type which provides spacing between the sections [1100, 1500] to thermally insulate the hot from the cold section. The hinge [1600] may be allowed to slide to provide an insulation gap [1607], or eliminate the gap [1607].

Abstract: A veterinary procedure table includes an animal support member upon which an animal may be placed during the performance of a veterinary procedure. A basin associated with the animal support member is adapted to receive fluid material that may be generated during the performance of the veterinary procedure. The veterinary procedure table further includes a grille associated with the animal support member. The grille includes a frame and a plurality of elongate rods rotatably coupled to the frame. In one embodiment, at least one rod is fixed against rotation.

Abstract: The present invention provides a modular gaming table comprising: (a) a modular table top comprising a main table surface having a top side and a bottom side; (b) at least one personal player area module receiving area; (c) at least one personal player area module insertably integral with the table top, the personal player area module having a top module side and a bottom module side, the top module side being about approximately flush with the table top surface in the horizontal plane; (d) a subsurface having a top side and a bottom side, wherein the subsurface top side is attachable to the main table surface bottom side; (e) a surface-subsurface attachment means; (f) a trim ring positioned approximately around the outer perimeter of the table top in the horizontal plane; (g) personal player area module attachment means. According to a preferred embodiment, the personal player area module is slidably insertable into the tabletop.

Abstract: A work surface device has an upper member with a substantially planar top surface. A support is secured to the upper member for supporting the upper member on a support member with the planar top surface in a generally horizontal orientation. The support has a fastener or clamping device at its lower end for releasable engagement with a portion of the support member. A work board of shape and dimensions generally matching the shape and dimensions of the top surface may be placed on the top surface. The work board and upper member have aligned openings in which a receptacle may be seated or through which waste may be discarded into a container beneath the work surface. In one arrangement, the clamping device is secured to the upper rim of a container with the work surface spaced above the open upper end of the container.

Abstract: An open-topped collection trough for arrangement under a machine tool to collect downwardly flowing coolant emitted from coolant spray nozzles of the machine tool which direct coolant jets onto cutting tools and adjacent surfaces, in which the collection trough is provided with a height adjusting mechanism and a seal system made of foam seal material between the top edge at the side of the trough and the undersurfaces of a machine tool to seal the gap between the trough and the tool.

Abstract: A waste container cover and work surface device, for attachment to a receptacle, comprising: a table defining an upper side and an underside and a frame, the upper side of the table defining a working surface; and a plurality of support members each having a first end and a second end and being attached in endwise manner at the first end to the frame of the table and projecting away from the underside of the table. The waste container cover and work surface device provides a work surface on which to place items such as a cutting board, sheet pan or container; and a support surface, for holding tools, supplies, and the like, while providing convenient access to the waste container below.

Abstract: A height adjustable veterinary wet table can be lowered in elevation to assist in locating animals to the wet table surface and can be raised to an elevation desirable for veterinary treatment of the animal with material received by the wet sink transferred to a drainage system.

Abstract: A collapsible and portable work station, comprising a collapsible and portable leg structure and a top portion which may be flat or comprise a basin. The leg structure has a plurality of legs movably attached to each other, each leg having a top end, a bottom end and longitudinally extending axis. The legs are movable to a first configuration wherein the legs are in close proximity to one another such that the longitudinally extending axes of the legs are generally parallel to one another, and to a second configuration wherein the spacing between the legs is maximal. The top portion is removably attached to the top ends of the legs, the top portion comprising two sections movably attached to one another so as to allow the top portion to be folded such that the sections confront each other when the top portion is not attached to the leg structure.

Abstract: A waste container cover and work surface device, for attachment to a receptacle, which provides a work surface on which to place devices such as a cutting board, sheet pan or container; and a support surface, for holding tools, supplies, and the like, while providing convenient access to the waste container below.

Abstract: A splash guard for use on an embalming table or the like. The splash guard includes a shield member having an upper portion for extending above the upper surface of the tabletop, a table rest for resting on the upper surface of the tabletop, and a mechanism for mounting the shield member to the table.

Abstract: A metal pallet for securing the container that has pallet feet arranged in the corner areas. The metal pallet and the pallet feet are realized in the form of one single structural unit. The pallet feet are connected with each other via a stiffening frame. Furthermore, a stiffening traverse member is arranged on the bottom of the metal pallet and connected with the bottom of the metal pallet and lateral support feet in a form- and force-locked manner.

Abstract: A system for removably securing kitchen utensils over a kitchen sink comprises a generally planar board for cutting with a rotatable spit and an elongated frame with a recess for receiving removably securable kitchen utensils, including the generally planar board for cutting.

Abstract: A laboratory station has a sink area and a work area separated by a shield. A computer monitor station is present in the work area having a first and second position. In the first position, the computer monitor is located below the top surface of the laboratory table top. In the second position at least a portion of the computer monitor is located above the table top. The shield is preferably transparent to allow vision there through while preventing water from leaving the sink area and potentially entering the work area.

Abstract: A one-piece, integral metallic cantilever-mounted shelf unit (10) for kettle-type barbeque grills (14) is provided which provides a sturdy, stable work surface which can be readily attached and detached from a grill (14) without grill modification or use of fasteners. The shelf unit (10) includes opposed upper and lower panels (22, 24) interconnected by an outermost bight section (26). Mounting structure (28) in the form of a lip (30) and flange (34) form a part of the upper and lower panels (24, 26), respectively, and allow attachment of the shelf unit (10) to a grill unit (14) in a cantilever fashion while still permitting use of the grill lid. The upper and lower panels (24,26) are preferably provided with stamped depressions (36) and corresponding slots (38); this provides additional strength, allows liquid drainage and facilitates air cooling of the shelf unit (10). A series of hook bodies (44) are preferably formed in the lower panel (24), allowing storage of barbeque utensils.

Abstract: A table particularly adapted for use by as many as four students in a science laboratory includes an elongated, curvilinear, flat countertop mounted to a movable support member on a fixed base. The curvilinear shape of the countertop affords flexibility in student seating and permits the table to be employed equally as well for laboratory experiments and for lectures. The support member can be raised and lowered by either a manual crank assembly or an electric motor for adjusting the height of the countertop. Disposed on the countertop is a turret assembly including a rotating base extending through a circular aperture in the countertop for housing a computer, which can be rotated 240.degree. for viewing from all locations on the countertop. A semi-circular shaped sink is mounted to the fixed base in a cantilevered manner and includes a dual-radius service ledge having water and gas fixtures mounted thereto.

Abstract: The ear lavage and medical examination table includes an upper plate and a lower plate connected thereto at the rear ends of the two plates. The upper plate has a front head support portion with an ear lavage drain hole extending down therethrough. Preferably, the upper plate is curved or dished to comfortably support the torso of a patient. The lower plate is preferably horizontal while the upper plate rises thereabove at an angle from the rear end to the front end of the table. In one embodiment the two plates are integral and the angle is fixed. In another embodiment the two plates are interconnected so that the angle and distance therebetween can be adjusted. The table also includes a water catch tray supported on the upper surface of the lower plate directly below the upper plate hole and removeable therefrom for emptying. The tray bears a light and a mirror. The mirror can be secured to a flexible base support slideably disposed in an elongated slot in the tray for accurate positioning of the mirror.

Abstract: A rack for receiving objects delivering liquids and dirts, comprising at least one stackable module having a T-shaped cross-section. The module has walls defining a vertical passage, a tray outwardly projected from these walls making the vertical passage. The tray is horizontal, has an inclined bottom, and a perforated plate for receiving objects delivering liquids and dirts, supported by the tray, over the inclined bottom of that tray. A way to exit liquids and dirts is provided from the inclined bottom of the tray, towards and within the walls defining the vertical passage. The walls defining the vertical passage terminate at opposite ends into coupling for coupling with another similar module: for instance a male-female coupling. Thereby the modules are stackable for making a rack and are held by the walls defining the vertical passage. Preferably the rack has a support module having also walls defining a vertical passage.

Abstract: A table is provided of the type for eating and cleaning seafood thereon. The seafood eating and cleaning table comprises: a perforated table top forming a hatch therethrough, a rail formed about the perimeter of the perforated table top, a sloped drip pan connected beneath the perforated table top that slopes toward an aperture formed therethrough which is in alignment with the hatch, legs attached to the perforated table top, and a perforated hatch door removably seatable within the hatch.

Abstract: A countertop for use in a fume hood or similar application including a substantially planar member which defines the countertop and a recess defined in the top surface of the countertop and which defines a reservoir for liquid spills. Within the recess there is provided a platform having a top surface that is disposed at a lower level than the level of the top surface of the countertop, but at a higher level than the bottom surface of the recess. A cupsink is provided on the platform. Preferably a safety zone demarcation identifier is provided which is mounted in a groove formed in the countertop. Both the countertop and the indentifier preferably are formed of an acrylic resin.

Abstract: A spill deck module includes a substantially planar bottom wall, a pair of opposing side walls and a pair of opposing end walls which form an interior chamber. Each side wall and end wall includes an aperture allowing fluid communication between adjacent modules. Initially, the side wall and end wall apertures are closed by a removable sealing assembly. When a number of modules are desired to be arranged to form a composite spill deck, the sealing assemblies in adjacent modules are removed and replaced with module connection assemblies allowing fluid transfer between adjacent modules. A deck grating either rests on the bottom surface of the spill deck or rests on top of ribs provided in each module. The grating forms a continuous spill deck for support of containers of hazardous or non-hazardous liquid materials in various configurations using different combinations of the spill decks.

Abstract: A containment vessel for liquid waste including an inlet for introducing liquid waste into the container. Within the container is a gelling substance which when contacted by the liquid waste transforms the liquid waste into a non-pourable gel. A tip indicator indicates if the vessel has been tipped after the vessel has been put into service. Also, an in-service indicator indicates that the vessel has been put into service and that the tip indicator has been released. A full indicator indicates when the contents of the vessel reaches a predetermined level of fullness. A vent for venting the interior of the vessel during filling of the vessel is automatically closed off when the vessel has reached such predetermined level of fullness. The inlet to the vessel may be connected to a drain opening of an embalming table by means of an expandable tube which allows for adjustment of the height of the table.

Abstract: A tray supported on a steering wheel of a motor vehicle is provided and consists of a back panel, with a base panel secured along one inner edge to a lower edge of the back panel. A structure is for attaching in a removable manner, the back panel to the steering wheel. The base panel will generally extend horizontally and outwardly therefrom, to allow a person sitting on a seat in the motor vehicle to eat off of and work upon the base panel.