Detachable Enlarging Or Substitute Surface Patents (Class 108/90)
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Publication number: 20140158023Abstract: A foldable table that provides a stable operational position in which the table legs may extend beyond the footprint of the table, and a folded, storage position in which the table legs may be tucked within the footprint of the table. An aspect provides table legs that may slide and pivot within sockets of a table top, to enable the legs to lock into the extended position and to also pivot flat against a horizontal undersurface of the table top.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 6, 2013Publication date: June 12, 2014Applicant: MEGA Brands Inc.Inventors: Dominique Roy, Thierry Beauregard
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Publication number: 20140130721Abstract: A modular mounting system is provided to store equipment in a variety of configurations. The system includes a mounting base configured to be rigidly mounted to a surface and a base member removably attached to the mounting base. The system further includes a coupling mechanism that removably holds the base member relative to the mounting base.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 27, 2013Publication date: May 15, 2014Inventors: Xander Orozco, Louis Orozco
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Patent number: 8696062Abstract: A multiple-chair cover having a front side, a back side a right edge and a left edge with an open interior area positioned therebetween. At least one divider is positioned within the open interior which separates the open interior into separate compartments. At least one pad is positioned within the open interior. This provides a multiple-chair cover which prevents chairs from rattling against one another while in transit while also maintaining the alignment and position of multiple chairs.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2010Date of Patent: April 15, 2014Inventor: Kent L. Brown
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Publication number: 20140060398Abstract: A tiered tray is provided that includes a first tier with a first support member coupled thereto; a second tier with a second support member coupled thereto; and a table insert having a cavity therein that accepts at least one of the first and the second support members. The first support member maintains a level of the first tier above a level of a table and the second support maintains a level of the second tier above the level of the first tier, and the first tier is removably attachable to the table insert and the second tier is removably attachable to the first tier.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2012Publication date: March 6, 2014Inventors: Ahmass Fakahany, Michael White, Franco Rosignolo
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Publication number: 20140014006Abstract: The present invention provides a new and useful hygienic device for use with commuter tray tables and method of use. The invention comprises a plurality of flexible layers and an attaching means for adhering the device to a commuter tray table. This invention is believed to be useful by offering a device which is removeably attached to the tray table, creates a solid protective barrier from contaminants, has an absorptive layer to mitigate liquid spills, has non-slip properties to combat shifting during motion, is low cost, conforms to safety and security guidelines, is compact or folded when stored, and can be disposed of or recycled after use. While in use the device creates a physical barrier between the user and a septic surface during use. The device also provides a surface upon which a decorative element can be printed—for example text, picture or advertisement.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 12, 2012Publication date: January 16, 2014Inventor: Douglas Clatterbuck
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Patent number: 8590462Abstract: The table with integrated and ground-covering blanket includes a foldable table from which a cover extends from a bottom, perimeter of a tabletop surface and which covers the surrounding ground. The foldable table includes attaching indicia at the bottom, perimeter that enable attachment of the blanket thereto, as well as to fold and secure shut the table when not in use. The foldable table may include at least one cup holder, and legs that rotate downwardly from underneath.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2011Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Inventor: Latyrain Dyson
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Patent number: 8544968Abstract: A cabinet includes one or more shelves that each include a substrate, a removable shelf liner, and a removable end cap. When the removable shelf liner or removable end cap needs to be replaced, either one or both of the removable shelf liner and removable end cap can be easily removed and replaced without removing or replacing the shelf. In addition, the sides and back of the cabinet preferably contain a dado joint so that the shelf substrate is captivated within the sides and back of the cabinet. The cabinet may also include metal rods to support each shelf substrate. The sides of the cabinet are attached by screws passing through the sides into the metal rods so there is a direct metal-to-metal connection. The combination of the metal rods and captivated shelves provides a cabinet that is very strong and durable, and can be repaired very easily and economically.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2010Date of Patent: October 1, 2013Assignee: Marco Group, Inc.Inventors: Richard Dean Davidson, Len Alan Coates
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Patent number: 8540309Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus, in particular for attaching to the back of a seat. The apparatus comprises a plate with a flat recess and an insert which is removably mountable in the flat recess of the plate and is configured to receive an information medium which is viewable when the insert is mounted in the flat recess of the plate. For releasably fixing of the insert on mounting of the same in the flat recess, the insert has the following: at least one tongue on a first border area of the insert for engagement in at least one correspondingly shaped groove in the plate, and at least one releasable fixing that is present in or on at least one second border area of the insert and that is operable by twisting and/or sliding at least one component.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2012Date of Patent: September 24, 2013Assignee: Inviseo Media Holdings LimitedInventors: Georg Berger, Thomas Bulirsch
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Publication number: 20130220185Abstract: A cover device for an article of furniture or vehicle component comprises: (i) a panel that is placed on top of the furniture or vehicle component; (ii) a first series of bands attached to the underside of the panel along one edge; and (iii) a second series of bands attached to the underside of the panel along the opposite edge. Each band includes a medial end attached to the panel and a distal end attached to a fastening member. The first series of bands is complementary to the second series of bands, and they inter-engage with one another via the fastening members to secure the cover device in place. The first and second series of bands are each comprised of an equal plurality of bands, but in alternate embodiments, the cover device may comprise of only a first band and a second band that inter-engage to secure the cover device.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 4, 2012Publication date: August 29, 2013Inventors: MARK R. VALENTA, Douglas M. Fundator
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Patent number: 8485112Abstract: A multi-use work and play area attachable to a table surface by a generally ‘J’ shaped spring hinge assembly, that inhibits the scattering of manipulated articles, and offers protection of young children from injury associated with striking the edge of a table inadvertently with their arms, hand or head. The multi-use surface may also be used by adult hobbyists or craftspeople working with small articles that may be misplaced easily.Type: GrantFiled: November 13, 2008Date of Patent: July 16, 2013Inventor: Michelle Lynn Madden
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Publication number: 20130146205Abstract: A flexible, polymeric, self-adhering, disposable film and delivery system for countertop protection during food preparation. The film or sheet is constructed and arranged to temporarily and releasably adhere to an upper surface of the countertop to cover enough of the food-preparation surface in order to protect that surface from any particulates coming from food preparation activity. In one form, multiple film sheets are packaged together by stacking the individual sheets or by forming a continuous roll of sheets. The continuous roll of sheets are separable into individual sheets by means of a perforated score line or by cutting such as with scissors or other tools. One or more perforated score lines can be formed in the roll of sheets thereby forming a pattern of score lines for creating a wide variety of sizes and shape options for the individual sheets from a single roll of sheets.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 12, 2012Publication date: June 13, 2013Inventors: Stephanie Lynn Blackwell, Robert D. McNeeley
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Patent number: 8387544Abstract: Some embodiments of the present disclosure provide a method and apparatus for an ornamental table with an ornamental table top design. The ornamental table simplifies the manufacture of ornamental table top designs and affords speedy ornamental design variations. The ornamental table comprises a table top frame, and a set of table legs coupled to the table top frame wherein the table top frame includes a plurality of support bars attached to the table top frame interconnected to produce a grid-like pattern. A plurality of large tiles is set on top of the grid-like pattern to produce a first ornamental design. A channel is coupled to the support bars surrounding a perimeter of the grid-like pattern and a plurality of small tiles is set within the channel to produce a second ornamental design.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2011Date of Patent: March 5, 2013Assignee: Numark Industries Company LimitedInventor: Clifton Shao-ming Lee
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Patent number: 8383224Abstract: A table pad assembly having at least one table pad end section that extends beyond the longitudinal edge of a table top. In addition to the table pad end section, the assembly includes at least two brackets each having a female attaching portion and a base portion, at least one spline having a first opening and a second opening, at least a set of legs, and an adjustable foot on each leg.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2010Date of Patent: February 26, 2013Assignee: Ohio Table Pad CompanyInventor: Gary Heal
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Publication number: 20120298016Abstract: Embodiments of the invention comprise a table covering that is adjustable to snugly fit and stay secured to a variety of different sized tables. The table covering comprises a substantially rectangular sheet of material, four securing members, and four tightening members. The sheet of material has a peripheral sheet edge comprising two pairs of opposing sides and four corners. The four securing members each correspond to a different one of the four corners. Each securing member is configured to secure the corresponding corner to a corresponding table corner when the table covering is positioned on the table. The four tightening members each correspond to a different one of the four corners and to the corresponding securing member. Each tightening member is configured to draw a portion of the peripheral sheet edge toward a portion of the corresponding securing member to remove slack from the substantially rectangular sheet of material and/or the peripheral sheet edge.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 23, 2011Publication date: November 29, 2012Inventor: Kirby Ann Forlin
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Patent number: 8272600Abstract: A keyboard support having a generally flat keyboard supporting surface and a track extending along an outer periphery of the keyboard support. A mouse support has a generally flat mouse supporting surface and is coupled to the keyboard support by a track follower that engages the track for movement along the track. A coupling arm engages the track follower and allows pivoting of the mouse support with respect to the keyboard support.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2009Date of Patent: September 25, 2012Assignee: Workrite Ergonomics, Inc.Inventors: Stephan Copeland, Derek Timm
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Patent number: 8256356Abstract: A display table assembly for displaying an urn. The display table has a plurality of retractable legs and a table top. Swivably connected to the table top is an urn carriage so that the urn carriage may be rotated for display. The urn carriage has first, second, front, and back sidewalls that enclose an open interior that is of size and shape to receive an urn chest.Type: GrantFiled: January 16, 2009Date of Patent: September 4, 2012Inventor: David Fremming
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Publication number: 20120180706Abstract: A fitted tablecloth covering that may be affixed to a table without the use of tools or affixing devices is provided. Such a tablecloth covering may conveniently and quickly be affixed to a table and provide an appealing visual presentation that does not require the use of installation tools and that does not damage the table.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 27, 2012Publication date: July 19, 2012Inventors: Larry Edinger, Walter Jones, Julian Chan
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Patent number: 8196528Abstract: Fitted tablecloth covering may be affixed to a table for use in trade shows without the use of a tool or affixing devices. A tablecloth may conveniently and quickly be affixed to a table and provide an appealing visual presentation that does not require the use of installation tools and that will not damage the table.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2004Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Assignee: SMT Solutions, Inc.Inventor: Walter Jones
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Patent number: 8196931Abstract: A gap molding and associated methods reduce accumulation of undesirable material in a gap. A gap molding comprises a top portion configured to at least partially bridge a gap, and a retention portion configured to frictionally engage with at least one side of the gap. The gap molding may be configured with a taper in order to smoothly transition from the surfaces on either side of the gap. The gap molding may comprise silicone or other suitable material. The gap molding may desirably be placed between appliances, countertops, and/or the like in order to provide improved aesthetics and/or reduce accumulation of food waste and other debris.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2010Date of Patent: June 12, 2012Inventor: David James Burgess
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Patent number: 8182031Abstract: A poker kit comprising a plurality of chairs; a cushion attached to the seat panel of the chair and a plurality of legs attached to the seat panel; a first armrest and second armrest extending from the back panel of the chair; an ashtray attached to the first armrest and a cup holder attached to the second armrest; a storage pouch attached to the arm near the ashtray; a table having an octagon shape and a felt panel attached the top; a plurality of legs attached to the table; wherein the cushions of the chair are decorated with a design of one of the four top poker hands; wherein markers are labeled on the felt on the table.Type: GrantFiled: January 27, 2010Date of Patent: May 22, 2012Inventor: Eric K. MacKenzie
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Patent number: 8176862Abstract: A method for making a fitted tablecloth for covering a utility or card table is disclosed. The steps include providing a primary panel having a plurality of sides, providing a rail panel having a plurality of side panels and a plurality of pleats, such that the plurality of side panels are separated by the plurality of pleats, folding the plurality of pleats against the plurality of side panels such that the plurality of side panels meet at a plurality of joints, connecting the primary panel to the rail panel such that the plurality of side panels are connected to one another at a plurality of top joints, and stitching the side panels from the plurality of top joints to a portion of the side panel forming an inner seam.Type: GrantFiled: November 25, 2009Date of Patent: May 15, 2012Inventor: Jane Birdwell
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Patent number: 8166893Abstract: A table system that includes a table top having an upper surface and a surface covering which covers substantially the upper surface of the table top. The table top and the surface covering have concentric openings with substantially similar diameters.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2009Date of Patent: May 1, 2012Assignee: Animal Marketing Inc.Inventor: Edgar Davis
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Publication number: 20120097078Abstract: The present invention provides for a flexible laminate table top display for releasable attachment to a table top. The flexible laminate table top display has a base substrate having an upper and lower surface, an adhesive layer on the lower surface of the base substrate, at least one printed graphic element on the upper surface of the base substrate and a protective substrate attached to the top surface of the base substrate overlying the top of the printed graphic element.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 21, 2010Publication date: April 26, 2012Inventors: Eric SCHWABE, Joel PINEL
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Patent number: 8136459Abstract: A desk including a book holder positioned at a predetermined angle relative to the surface of the desk. In one embodiment the book holder is deployable, and the desk surface includes a recess into which the deployable book holder fits when the deployable book holder is in the closed position. The recess optionally includes a rubber surface to avoid slipping of the bottom edge of a book (such as a text book) when the book is being held up with the deployable book holder. In another embodiment a deployable book holder includes an aperture, and a recess includes an island. In various embodiments, a proximal end of a desk surface, closest to where a user sits, may be wider than the distal end to provide adequate arm room for the user.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 2010Date of Patent: March 20, 2012Assignee: Oakwood SchoolInventors: Sam W Buckland, Jessie Rose Chipps, Julian Neal Cohen, Julia Smartt Coley, Matthew Aaron Davidson, Philip Hiroaki DeZonia, Noah Harrison Fradin, Sydney Michele Goldman, Margaret Anne Havunjian, Jonathan Thomas Losk, Narendra Nayan Nayak, Dina Ziba Saleh, Maximilian Isao Wood, Simona J. Zappas
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Patent number: 8127693Abstract: A fitted tablecloth covering that may be affixed to a table without the use of tools or affixing devices is provided. Such a tablecloth covering may conveniently and quickly be affixed to a table and provide an appealing visual presentation that does not require the use of installation tools and that does not damage the table.Type: GrantFiled: December 6, 2007Date of Patent: March 6, 2012Assignee: SMT Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Larry Edinger, Walter Jones, Julian Chan
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Patent number: 8117971Abstract: A table cloth and trash bag combination having a table cloth upper portion dimensioned to be laid on top of a picnic table or other types of outdoor and indoor tables and made of thin sheet paper, plastic and like material. The upper portion includes decorative designs of toys, animals, birthday cakes, logos, and like festive items for birthdays, anniversary, and other party events. On opposite corners of the upper portion is an outwardly extending first portion of pull strings. A second portion of the pull strings is received through seams disposed along sides of a length and a width of the table cloth upper portion. In the center of the table cloth upper portion and parallel to the length is an elongated opening having sides attached to a top of a folded trash bag lower portion. The opening provides access into the folded trash bag lower portion. The lower portion is made of thin sheet plastic for receiving trash items placed on top of the upper portion and picnic table.Type: GrantFiled: October 19, 2010Date of Patent: February 21, 2012Inventors: Yettie LaVonne Cotton, M. A. Yah Cotton
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Patent number: 8096245Abstract: The present invention is directed to a non-adhesive covering for a shelf. In one embodiment, it includes a substantially incompressible polymer-based material with an upper surface comprising an embossed pattern, lays flat upon a shelf surface, has a thickness of 4 gauge or above, and has a PHR in a range of 28 to 42. In another embodiment, it includes a substantially incompressible polymer-based material, lays flat upon a shelf surface, has a thickness of 2.8 gauge or above, and has a PHR in a range of 28 to 42.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2010Date of Patent: January 17, 2012Assignee: Kittrich CorporationInventor: Robert Silverman
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Patent number: 8091959Abstract: A display system for a vehicle seat comprises a receiving surface including a recess. A cover plate is adapted to cover and/or fit into the recess. The recess has a support surface and a slot for receiving a tab located on the cover plate. An information carrier can be located between the cover plate and the support surface.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2007Date of Patent: January 10, 2012Assignee: Inviseo Media Holdings LimitedInventors: Georg Berger, Thomas Bulirsch, Andersen Yuk-Fai Cheng
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Publication number: 20110271878Abstract: A portable work surface for use with a vehicle having an extendable rear gate, wherein the rear gate includes first and second latches for securing the rear gate to the body of the vehicle when in a closed position, and wherein the portable work surface includes an elongated platform; a first mounting apparatus attached to one end of the elongated platform, wherein the first mounting apparatus further includes a bracket and pin assembly; a second mounting apparatus attached to the opposite end of the elongated platform, wherein the second mounting apparatus further includes a bracket and pin assembly; and wherein each pin is adapted to cooperate with one of the latches on the rear gate for securely attaching the work surface to the gate when the gate is in the open position.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2011Publication date: November 10, 2011Inventors: Greg Parks, John Farrell, Doug Strait, Michael Farrell
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Publication number: 20110139041Abstract: A fitted tablecloth liner is disclosed with an elastic strip sewn to the outside edge of said liner, allowing said liner to be applied over any table of standard size or shape and to fit snugly to any such table. Said tablecloth liner includes an orientation symbol on the underside which illustrates which side is the longer side to facilitate use when applying said tablecloth liner to differently shaped tables. Said fitted tablecloth liner allows a person to select and use a variety of tablecloths without concern that the tablecloth will slip out of the preferred position. Further, the tablecloth liner helps protect the table from stains and damage such as scratches.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 11, 2009Publication date: June 16, 2011Inventors: Claudia M. Pappas, Cleo M. Perekupka
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Publication number: 20110100269Abstract: A table cover assembly for covering a table-top is provided. The table cover assembly comprises a flexible table cover, one or more cords, and locking elements. The flexible table cover is configured to be securely and immovably positioned on table-tops having a shape generally similar to the shape of the flexible table cover. The flexible table cover comprises one or more layers affixed to one another to create the flexible table cover. The flexibly table cover is hemmed around its periphery. The hemmed periphery defines an interstitial cavity extending along the hemmed periphery for inserting a cord which can be tightened and locked using the locking elements, for positioning the flexible table cover on the table-top to provide a secure, immovable and smooth surface on the table-top. The flexible table cover allows guidable and bounceable movement of articles placed on the flexible table cover covering the table-top.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 3, 2009Publication date: May 5, 2011Inventor: Carleton Eugene Hull
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Publication number: 20110048290Abstract: The present invention is directed to a non-adhesive covering for a shelf. In one embodiment, it includes a substantially incompressible polymer-based material with an upper surface comprising an embossed pattern, lays flat upon a shelf surface, has a thickness of 4 gauge or above, and has a PHR in a range of 28 to 42. In another embodiment, it includes a substantially incompressible polymer-based material, lays flat upon a shelf surface, has a thickness of 2.8 gauge or above, and has a PHR in a range of 28 to 42.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2010Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventor: Robert Silverman
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Publication number: 20100326335Abstract: The present application is a technique to be used for mounting a heavy article to be mounted from a packed body to a rack or the like. In this application, amounting jig is used for a moving and installation procedure, the mounting jig including a cover member that is detachably secured to a table of an elevating lift having an article to be mounted placed thereon for transportation, the cover member covering an upper surface of the table, an upper surface of the cover member being provided with a low friction treatment.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 2, 2010Publication date: December 30, 2010Applicant: Fujitsu LimitedInventors: Tetsuya Takahashi, Koichi Nakamura
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Patent number: 7823519Abstract: A dressing table skirt has a tabletop portion that is sized to fit over a dressing table and a drape portion covering the sides and legs of the dressing table. The drape portion is attached to the perimeter of the tabletop portion. The tabletop portion of the skirt may have one or more anti-skid pieces that come in contact with the dressing table. A continuous slit is provided in the tabletop portion and drape portion of the dressing table skirt. The slit includes a keyhole shape on the tabletop portion that is bulbous and forms into a narrow channel. One or more fasteners may hold the slit or expanded slit together. The drape portion may also have one or more fasteners found at the bottom edge positioned to couple the drape portion to the dressing table.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2009Date of Patent: November 2, 2010Assignee: The Last Quilt CompanyInventor: Marty L. R. Kovacs
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Patent number: 7810440Abstract: A shelf cover for open-wire shelving is provided, comprising a semi-rigid sheet adapted to cover the top panel and front panel of the shelving, wherein the sheet further includes an extended portion adapted to wrap under the front panel, the extended portion further including a securing device for securing the extended portion to wires on the front panel. In one embodiment, the extended portion includes a plurality of tabs adapted to fit securely behind the wires of the front panel. In another embodiment, the extended portion includes a plurality of retaining buttons adapted to fit securely between adjacent wires of the front panel.Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2006Date of Patent: October 12, 2010Inventor: Sidney Ward
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Publication number: 20100224104Abstract: A table covering apparatus comprises a main sheet portion fully spanning the table top of the table and an annular securing member of elastic material arranged to be receive the base of the table therethrough. The annular securing member is joined to the main sheet portion along at least two opposing sides of the main sheet portion. A skirt portion formed integrally with the main portion extends outward from the main sheet portion beyond connection of the annular securing member to the main sheet portion to conceal the annular securing member.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2008Publication date: September 9, 2010Inventor: Deborah Diane Swistun
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Patent number: 7757614Abstract: A tensioned tablecloth includes a flexible and unitary body with a plurality of monolithically formed sides configured in such a manner to form a continuous perimeter extending about the body. The tablecloth further includes a mechanism for retaining the body at a substantially flat and taut position during inclement weather conditions such that the body is prohibited from undesirably disengaging a top surface of the existing outdoor eating surface. Such a body retaining mechanism includes a single and unitary elastic band contiguously abutted against an interior face of the sides and traveling along an entire length of the perimeter. A plurality of primary and auxiliary bands cooperate with fasteners and are removably connected to the anchor band for providing a tensioned surface along the body.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2008Date of Patent: July 20, 2010Inventor: Hazel A. Nurse-Bey
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Publication number: 20100151953Abstract: Electronic game tables with multifunction legs are described. In one implementation, an electronic multiplayer game table includes a tabletop with player stations for an electronic betting game. Multifunction legs physically support the periphery of the tabletop, while electronic components for playing the betting game are mounted in the multifunction legs. For example, a multifunction leg may contain multiple currency detectors and coinless slot machine-style ticket printers/readers, so that each player at the game table has an exclusive currency detector and an exclusive ticket printer in close proximity. The multifunction legs may also include magnetic or smart card readers for transferring player, banking, and monetary information. In a variation, central control components of the electronic game table are also mounted in the legs. The multifunction legs can eliminate the need for a central support pedestal.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 17, 2008Publication date: June 17, 2010Inventors: Tyler V. Kuhn, David A. Krise, Eric D. Miesch
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Publication number: 20100139531Abstract: The present invention is a portable, foldable tabletop made of moldable composite materials that allows a smaller table area to be increased by putting a new foldable surface on top of it. The system includes four equal sized segments that are connected together allowing them to unfold into a solid single surface that is then connected to the existing table with under-mounted clamps that are adjustable to any sized table surface. The unit is lightweight and can be stored in smaller areas do to its low profile and collapsibility. The rigid under structure combined with the mounting system provides a secure surface that is able to handle weight across its entire surface using the primary table beneath as its support.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 4, 2009Publication date: June 10, 2010Inventor: Timothy Valeriote
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Patent number: 7730841Abstract: A sling table is disclosed having a transparent top and a decorative fabric sling visible through the transparent table top. A frame defines an inner opening of a desired shape. The transparent table top is mounted to the frame in a substantially horizontal orientation. The fabric sling is mounted to the frame within the inner opening via sling rods. The fabric of the sling may match or complement fabric of other pieces of furniture, and may be replaced without having to replace the table top.Type: GrantFiled: February 29, 2008Date of Patent: June 8, 2010Assignee: Agio International Company, Ltd.Inventor: Oliver Wang
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Publication number: 20100132595Abstract: A cover such as a tablecloth is provided with a system of weights proximate the perimeter thereof in order to resist the dislodgement of the tablecloth from the table by the presence of wind. Containment for the weights is selected to have a length and diameter suitable for installation with a periodicity providing periodic gaps. The gaps assist in folding the cover for storage, as well as providing natural breakpoints for pleating, so it will drape more naturally from the edges of corners of the supporting equipment or table covered by it.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2008Publication date: June 3, 2010Inventor: Dale Gledhill
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Patent number: 7661374Abstract: An expandable table assembly having a table top, a base, a plurality of legs supporting the base, and a plurality of releasably attachable expansion members that can be used to expand the table surface beyond the surface area of the unexpanded table top. The table top is repositionable from a first use position to a second use position by lifting the table top above the base, rotating the table top 90 degrees relative to the base in a substantially horizontal plane, and then lowering the table top back onto the base. The expansion members are attachable to the base only when the table top is in the second use position and, when attached, become part of the total surface area of the table.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2007Date of Patent: February 16, 2010Inventor: John W. Mullen, III
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Patent number: 7621006Abstract: A bedding accessory for storing shoes at least partially in the space beneath a bed frame includes a sheet portion, side portions appended to an edge of the sheet portion, and storage compartments formed on the side portions. The sheet portion is placed in substantially covering relation to an upper surface of a mattress support structure. The side portions are arranged to hang downwardly from the sheet portion adjacent the space beneath the bed frame. Each storage compartment is configured to retain a shoe therein and is comprised of an outer panel facing outwardly away from the bed frame and an inner panel facing inwardly toward the space beneath the bed frame. The inner and outer panels of each storage compartment jointly define an opening for receipt of a shoe, and the compartment substantially retains the shoe at least partially in the space beneath the bed frame.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2008Date of Patent: November 24, 2009Assignee: Edison Nation, LLCInventor: Holly S. Tucker
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Publication number: 20090241308Abstract: A dressing table skirt has a tabletop portion that is sized to fit over a dressing table and a drape portion covering the sides and legs of the dressing table. The drape portion is attached to the perimeter of the tabletop portion. The tabletop portion of the skirt may have one or more anti-skid pieces that come in contact with the dressing table. A continuous slit is provided in the tabletop portion and drape portion of the dressing table skirt. The slit includes a keyhole shape on the tabletop portion that is bulbous and forms into a narrow channel. One or more fasteners may hold the slit or expanded slit together. The drape portion may also have one or more fasteners found at the bottom edge positioned to couple the drape portion to the dressing table.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 30, 2009Publication date: October 1, 2009Applicant: The Last Quilt Company LLCInventor: Marty L.R. Kovacs
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Publication number: 20090223418Abstract: A tray liner of flexible construction relies on the rigid airline or railroad car seat tray underneath it to create a horizontal clean and sanitary surface useful for supporting food and drink utensils. While it is especially useful for handling food items for toddlers or small children during travel, the tray liner may also be used on a high chair in a restaurant. It may also be used by older children to provide a play area for toys with multiple parts that may easily fall off a tray. Adult use by the general public or by handicapped people also offers a more secure dining platform with spill protection during travel. It has soft semi-rigid edges which function to keep objects or fluids from falling off the supporting tray. It has a sturdy outer covering with an impervious interior surface which is impermeable to liquids and waterproof.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2009Publication date: September 10, 2009Inventor: Michael Ferrara
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Publication number: 20090193616Abstract: Wheeled covers for patio furniture are described. The patio furniture covers include wheels attached to the covers that are positioned to secure to and support at least two locations on the covered patio furniture. When the patio furniture covers are used to cover the patio furniture, the covered patio furniture may then be easily wheeled using the cover wheels to move the covered patio furniture from one location to another. Thus, the patio furniture itself need not have wheels, and no modification of the patio furniture is required. The wheels of the patio furniture covers may be secured to the patio furniture to ensure stability of the wheeled configuration. The covers may include a self-contained or self-attached storage bag or pouch in which the patio furniture cover may be stored when not in use.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2008Publication date: August 6, 2009Inventors: Jared Hendricks, Erik Bornemeier
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Patent number: 7509913Abstract: A table bridge made of sheet steel. The bridge has a metal span that overlaps the tabletops and joins them like a bridge. The bridge butts up to the sides of both tables with a curved wall on the underside of the bridge that is the same diameter as the 36? round tables. The top surface area overlaps the tops of the tables enough to disperse the downward pressure over a wide enough area to be stable. This bridge can be installed in seconds over two tables and, just as quickly can be removed if two separate tables are needed later. The bridges can be stored on the wall. Another variation allows the bridges to be centered on a table to enlarge that table's surface area and seating capacity. Another variation allows a centered bridge to abut another centered bridge and be joined with side pins.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2007Date of Patent: March 31, 2009Inventor: Franklin Eagle
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Patent number: 7490558Abstract: A tray insert is adapted to be coupled to a support. A tray set includes a tray insert and a base tray or support.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2005Date of Patent: February 17, 2009Assignee: Mattel, Inc.Inventors: Ronald M. Asbach, John F. Rhein
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Publication number: 20090038516Abstract: A table covering device is provided. Such table covering device includes a table covering member manufactured from a first predetermined material and having a first predetermined shape and a first predetermined size. Such table covering member has at least one aperture disposed therethrough at a predetermined location. Such aperture is a second predetermined size and has a second predetermined shape. A reinforcement means is disposed closely adjacent a perimeter around such at least one aperture.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 29, 2008Publication date: February 12, 2009Inventor: Nicole Gerow
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Publication number: 20090001037Abstract: A cover panel for a shelf comprises a first surface including a first and a second edge, and a second surface including a third and a fourth edge, wherein the third edge is disposed adjacent the first edge of the first surface, and the second surface angularly extends from the first surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2008Publication date: January 1, 2009Inventor: John Wilcock