Abstract: A hinge element for a large domestic appliance contains a main body as well as a functional body which includes a plastic material. Accordingly, the main body and the functional body are connected to one another non-releasably. Ideally, a large domestic appliance, in particular a large domestic refrigerator, contains a housing in which a receiving space is formed. The domestic appliance has a closure element by which the receiving space can be closed, and the hinge element hingedly attaches the closure element to the housing.

Abstract: A hinge assembly for a door, the hinge assembly including a hinge pin arranged to be fixed to the door at one end and having a pin connector part at an opposite second end. A rotation damper connected to a damper connector part arranged to cooperate with the pin connector part for transferring torque around an axis of rotation between the damper connector part and the pin connector part throughout an opening angle of the door, such that a rotational movement of the damper connector part about the axis of rotation in at least a first rotational direction is dampened by the rotation damper. The pin connector part and the damper connection part allow an initial closing angle of rotation of the door before the damper acts on the rotation of the hinge pin, the initial closing angle being at least 2°.

Abstract: The invention relates to a rack for a cabinet, preferably a corner cabinet, comprising at least two shelves, which can be rotated about an axis and can be slid transversely to the axis. The shelves can be operated independently of each other, can be arranged one over the other, and can be slid on shelf supports. The shelves are mounted on the shelf supports in such a way that rotation by 360° is enabled. Each shelf not mounted on a bottom of the cabinet is mounted on at least one support, which can be fastened to a stable wall in a rear region of the cabinet and is arranged in such a way that the height of the support can be varied.

Abstract: The present invention provides a storage device for a refrigerator, including: a plurality of boxes, a rotating shaft and a plurality of damping masses, so that the boxes can stay stationary at any rotation position at any time when are rotated around the rotating shaft, which ensures smooth rotation of the boxes during the opening and closing thereof, and thus facilitates the user to pick and place eggs and improves the stability of the fragile eggs within the rotating boxes.

Abstract: A load path status detection system comprising a primary fastener, a load sensor, a primary structural link, and a secondary structural link. The primary fastener extends through the primary structural link. The load sensor is associated with the primary structural link. The primary structural link carries a load when a primary load path, formed by the primary fastener and the primary structural link, is functioning. The secondary structural link is parallel to the primary structural link, wherein the secondary structural link does not carry a load when the primary load path is functioning.

Abstract: An active roll control apparatus is provided. To adjust a stiffness value of the stabilizer bar by moving a stabilizer bar installed between left and right wheels of a vehicle and extending in a first direction and a stabilizer link connected to the stabilizer bar, the active roll control apparatus includes a sliding part having one side connected to the stabilizer bar and the other side connected to the stabilizer link to slide the stabilizer link in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction, and a movement restricting part installed at the sliding part to restrict movement when the sliding part slides.

Abstract: A self-returning hinge assembly utilizing a spring disposed along a linearly displaceable guide shaft element mounted through a polymeric guide plate disposed in substantial alignment with an aperture supporting an elongated proximal portion of the guide shaft. Upon displacement of the door from a pre-established set point, the spring is compressed thereby generating a biasing force along the guide shaft to bring the door back to the pre-established set point. The linear travel path of the guide shaft element is maintained by the guide plate.

Abstract: A hinge for cold rooms, swing gates or the like includes a stationary support structure and at least a door movable between an open door position and a closed door position. The hinge comprises a box-like hinge body and a pin rotatably coupled to rotate about a first axis between the open door position and the closed door position. Closing means are provided for automatically returning the door, as well as a working fluid acting thereon to hydraulically contrast their action. The closing means comprise a cam element unitary with the pin interacting with a plunger element housed in an operating chamber defined within the box-like hinge body. The box-like hinge body has an elongated shape to define a second axis perpendicular to the first axis.

Abstract: A constructive arrangement in elastomeric spring for closing doors which comprises a hollow tube having one end provided with a base and the inner area the provision of an elastomeric spring disposed juxtaposed to said base having a tracking member positioned on the elastomeric spring which receives the tracking member on the opposite face whose free end presents edge provided with female fitting which allows the positioning of a cam with male fitting pressed by a pin fixed to the tube through a bushing and having inner cap with fixing holes and protective cap.

Abstract: A door closer for doors, particularly glass doors, which are supported by a stationary support structure and are movable between an open door position and a closed door position. The door closer comprises a box-shaped body and a pin reciprocally coupled to rotate around a first axis between the open door position and the closed door position. A closing mechanism causes the door to return automatically and a braking mechanism counteracts the action of the closing mechanism. First and second cam elements are unitary with the pin and interposed between a first and second plunger elements acting thereon.

Abstract: A self closing enclosed hinge is placed within the tubular structure of a gate. The inventive hidden hinge cannot physically smash fingers. An internal axle physically holds together a first gate hinge connector piece which receives the upper part of the gate, an upper stationary hinge piece, and a midsection outer tubular section, which contains a bushing and a spiral spring to return the gate to a closed position. This internal axle joins the lower stationary hinge piece with the second gate hinge connector piece. The second gate hinge connector piece receives lower part of workpiece gate.

Abstract: A floor spring includes a case, a damper assembly received in the case, and mixed powder filling a space inside the case covering the damper assembly. The damper assembly includes a spindle extending outwardly from the case. The mixed powder can prevent water, dust, or insects enter the case, such that the damper assembly is not tend to rust or fail.

Abstract: A door closer for doors, particularly glass doors, which are supported by a stationary support structure (S) and are movable between an open door position and a closed door position. The door closer comprises a box-like body (10) and a pin (20) reciprocally rotatably coupled to rotate around a first axis (x) between the open door position and the closed door position. Closing means are provided (30) to automatically return the door, as well as a braking means (40) acting thereon to counteract their action. First and second cam elements (31, 41) unitary with the pin (20) and interposed between a first and second plunger elements (32, 42) are provided.

Abstract: A hinge for cold rooms, swing gates or the like includes a stationary support structure and at least a door movable between an open door position and a closed door position. The hinge comprises a box-like hinge body and a pin rotatably coupled to rotate about a first axis between the open door position and the closed door position. Closing means are provided for automatically returning the door, as well as a working fluid acting thereon to hydraulically contrast their action. The closing means comprise a cam element unitary with the pin interacting with a plunger element housed in an operating chamber defined within the box-like hinge body. The box-like hinge body has an elongated shape to define a second axis perpendicular to the first axis.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device having a component (1), in particular a door, and having a mounting unit (3), in particular a door frame. The invention is based on the object of providing a device that by the use thereof, the mounting of the component on the mounting unit is simplified, and which has a construction such that a good aesthetic impression can be achieved. For this purpose, the device has at least one component (1), at least one mounting unit (3), on which the component (1) can be mounted, and at least one fastening unit (4, 17), which is disposed on the component (1), wherein said fastening unit (17) has at least one first joint element (18) and at least one second joint element (19), wherein said fastening unit (17) is disposed articulated on the component (1) using said first joint element (18), and wherein said fastening unit (17) can be mounted articulated on said mounting unit (3) using said second joint element (19).

Abstract: A hinge module includes a first hinge part; and a second hinge part confronting the first hinge part. The first hinge part includes a slot; and an annular groove surrounding the slot and formed in a recessed shape in relation to the second hinge part, and an annular gasket inserted into the annular groove and projecting to the second hinge part side.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fitting system according to parent application DE 101 19 987.3 for rotatably bearing a door leaf (2) in a glass construction. A fitting (1) is disposed on the top and/or at the bottom of said door leaf (2) and interacts with a complementary counter-fitting. A bearing axis extends in the plane of the door leaf and every fitting (1) is subdivided longitudinally by an intermediate space (3), while forming opposite bearing surfaces (7, 8), into at least partially spaced-apart fitting elements (4, 5) that can be disposed in a form-fit in a recess (9) of the door leaf (2). In order to stabilize the fitting system and to provide tamper-proof and protected fittings (1) that are also optically appealing, the fitting elements (4, 5) are fastened to the door leaf (2) by means of pins (16, 17) that are introduced at an angle to the longitudinal direction in through bores (14, 15) and in blind bores (12, 13) of the two fitting elements (4,5), while reducing the intermediate space (3).

Abstract: A magnetic type floor hinge installed on a door, comprising an installing bracket, a moving plate, a compressing spring, a longitudinal hole in the moving plate, a main shaft cam in contact with the longitudinal hole. The main shaft cam is rotatably connected to a hinge shaft of the door and rotates with the hinge shaft. The magnetic type floor hinge further comprises at least one roller attached to the moving plate, a disk rotatably attached to the installing bracket, a yoke attached to the installing bracket and arranged around a magnetic operating part, and a gear-box comprising a plurality of gears that are connected between a rotating shaft of the main shaft cam and a rotating shaft of the disk. During operation of this magnetic type floor hinge, the rotating movement of the door hinge is converted to a rotating movement of the disk.

Abstract: Door closer with a spring system that must be stretched when the door is open and supplies the closing moment necessary to close the door. There is provided a gear train between the spring system and the door to influence the force curve which varies over the opening angle of the door, whereby the gear train that varies in its translation ratio over the opening angle of the door has a first and a second gear wheel that mesh with each other and are each formed by a circular gear rim and are mounted eccentrically with respect to their centers while retaining the axial distance between them. The first gear wheel is connected with an output shaft and the second gear wheel is connected coaxially with respect to its center of motion with a gear wheel that is engaged in a rack that is coupled with the spring system.

Abstract: A new and improved hinge for use with a refrigerator door. The inventive hinge is a drawn hinge, created by the drawing process. The inventive hinge includes first and second flanges, a pin, and a pin arm. The flanges on each side allow use of a thinner piece of metal in creating a hinge, while retaining the strength of a thicker piece of metal. The pin arm is extended in order to prevent pinching when opening and closing a refrigerator door.

Abstract: A floor-mounted door closure device comprising a floor trough insertable in a cavity of the floor and arranged to receive the closer casing from which a pivot pin projects, the device further comprising a cover plate covering the floor trough and closer casing. The cover plate is designed as a carrier for a material layer made of flooring material and is supported on the floor trough such that the cover plate is sunk in the cavity and the material layer carried by the cover plate is substanatially flush with the surface of the flooring material surrounding the cavity.

Abstract: A container (20) suitable for use as a truck box for a pick-up truck, includes a base container portion (21) having an open top, and a cover (22) to close the open top. The cover (22) is pivotally attached to the base (21) by hinge mechanisms (23) which are uniquely formed by combining a hinge pin assembly (101) with a pin retaining assembly (102). The cover (22) may also be latched to the base (21) by a latch assembly (24) which includes pivotable handles (56, 57) on each end of the base (21) which, when either is pivoted, rotates latch hooks (68, 74) from a position engaging the cover (22) to a position releasing the cover, without moving the other handle. The container (20) may also receive a tray (150) therein positionable on a ledge (30) and positively located in one direction by ribs (159) and in the other direction by feet (162) positioned in depressions (38) formed between ribs (37) on the inside of the base (21).

Abstract: Door or window mountings with a first mounting member (2) having a pivot pin (1), said first mounting member being formed as an insert member being fixable within a U-shaped rail (5), or a recess etc.; and with a second mounting member (4), which is formed as a bearing bushing (3) with a fixing panel (8) on the side pointing in the direction of the pivot pin (1) and accommodating this pivot pin (1), wherein the pivot pin (1) is slideable in axial direction within a receiving bore in the insert member and the insert member comprises a lateral elongated hole (10) along the pivot pin (1), a fixing screw (11) extending through said elongated hole being screwed therethrough into the pivot pin (1) which is fixable with regard to the insert member by means of said fixing screw. The insert member comprises a slideway (6) being fixable with regard to the U-shaped rail (5) etc.

Abstract: A four piece bottom pivot assembly for undersupporting the lower end of a pivotally mounted door panel in a bi-fold door assembly in which a bottom pivot pin is non-rotatably locked into a tubular sleeve extending into a socket formed in the bottom end of the door panel. The pivot pin is formed with a threaded shank having a guide portion at its upper end which slidingly cooperates with guideways in the sleeve to prevent rotation of the pivot pin. An adjustment wheel is threaded onto the threaded shank of the pivot pin and is rotatably coupled to the bottom end of the sleeve such that rotation of the wheel threadingly actuates the pivot pin coaxially of the sleeve to adjust door height. A detent system removably holds the wheel in selected rotational positions.

Abstract: A door closer adapter/replacement assembly for converting a doorway equipped with an interiorly mounted door closer unit for usage with an exteriorly mounted door closer unit. The assembly comprises (a) a bushing positionable on an exteriorly protruding spindle of the interiorly mounted door closer unit, and (b) an arm including a tongue affixable to a door fitting the doorway, and a structural portion defining a cavity which is matable with the bushing. The bushing and the structural portion of the arm defining the cavity are constructed and arranged such that the arm is free-spinning on the bushing. The assembly is employable on spindles of both header (overhead) mounted and floor mounted door closer units, and obviates the need for disassembly of the overhead structure or threshold of the doorway, so that the concealed door closer can remain in place while the door is adapted to use with an exteriorly mounted door closer unit.

Abstract: A door has a frame mounted therearound for connecting with an engaging member mounted adjacent to an opening in a wall. The frame has a guiding channel and a connecting member installed in the guiding channel for connecting with the engaging member. A slide piece is slidably provided in the guiding channel and screws are introduced into the connecting member for interconnecting the connecting member and the slide piece, and thus immobilizing the slide piece, so that the slide piece permits adjustment of the location of the connecting member relative to the channel.

Abstract: First and second flaps (10, 12) are joined at a hinge joint formed by a hollow hinge pin (22) passing through alternating lug extensions (18, 20) of the first and second flaps (10, 12). A plurality of flow openings (24) in the hollow hinge pin (22) are provided for establishing fluid communication between the interior of the first flap (10) and the interior of the second flap (12).

Abstract: A door with a pivot hinge which can be mounted to a frame with a pair of L-shaped brackets and which includes an insert comprising a nylon bushing that is mounted into the edge of the door and is adapted to receive a pivot pin mounted on the L-shape bracket. The door is mounted to a hinge Z-bar which is provided with an arcuate portion so as to allow the door to pivot and the door can be swung from either side by inserting the bushing and pivot pins on either side.

Abstract: A steam iron assembly for domestic use includes an iron, a box-shaped base for supporting the iron, and a water reservoir pivotably mounted on the base for movement thereon as required. The base may also contain an automatic cablewinder and a water-softening filter. The steam iron assembly has notably reduced bulk in its inoperative position, but provides a wide surface for holding the iron during use thereof.

Abstract: A mount 10 that allows a loop strap 11 to pivot on a horizontal axis between vertical and horizontal positions uses a fixed pivot pin 15 arranged on the horizontal axis for supporting loop strap 11. A sheet metal sleeve 16 wraps loosely around pivot pin 15 and is secured to the ends 17 and 18 of strap 11 so that strap 11 can pivot on pin 15. A cover 20 is arranged over sleeve 16 and strap ends 17 and 18 and has end openings 21 through which pin 15 can pass. A pair of supports 25 and 26 with blind sockets 30 are pressed onto opposite ends 14 of pivot pin 15 and are made to overlap in a central region behind loop strap 11. Overlapping regions 31 and 32 of end supports 25 and 26 are secured to the vehicle so that strap 11 and cover 20 hang downward to conceal the securing mechanism.

Abstract: A vehicle body taillamp assembly includes a taillamp finishing panel mounted to the rear end panel of a vehicle body and having spaced pintle portions in its upper edge. A taillamp structure fits within the finishing panel and includes hinge pins received through apertures in the hinge pintle portions to mount the taillamp structure to the finishing panel for movement between a closed position within the finishing panel and an open position outwardly and upwardly of the finishing panel wherein the housing reflector portion and the wiring to the bulbs with the housing reflector portion are exposed for servicing.

Abstract: A detachable hinge assembly consisting of a generally L-shaped member secured to a movable structure and a second generally z-shaped member secured to a frame, the L-shaped member having openings in each of its leg portions through which leg portions the Z-shaped members extend. The relationship between the openings and leg portions is designed so that the upward and sideward member of the L-shaped member relative to the z-shaped member is restricted, while permitting the L-shaped member to be pivoted relative to the z-shaped member, so that the movable structure to which the L-shaped member is attached can be disengaged from the z-shaped member without the use of tools.

Abstract: A fail-safe zero-load hinge or pivot-joint having a first load primary support path comprising a sleeve and nut combination and a secondary or redundant load support path comprising a shaft, sized to be inserted axially through the sleeve with diametrical clearance, for threaded engagement with a nut providing axial clearance from said primary members. The secondary shaft and nut combination holds the joint intact after the primary load members have failed permitting the joint assembly to perform its normal designed function of load carrying with the continued full range of movement without the risk of restricted operation seizure or jamming.A locking cap is provided for simple, safe holding of the nuts of primary and secondary member from disengagement, or even partial back off.A dye indicator may be used to indicate failure of the primary load carrying members.

Abstract: A hinge construction for a cabinet door having nylon dowel rods partially positioned in the upper and lower ends of the door adjacent one end thereof and projecting outwardly thereof for positioning in aligned bores adjacent the edge of the cabinet upper and lower walls, with a thick nylon washer on the lower dowel.

Abstract: A ratchet bearing is provided for mounting the slats in a shutter frame which incorporates directly into the bearing, by virtue of a trunion pin having a ribbed surface which rotates within a bearing collar having inwardly directed detents, a multiple detention action such that when the slat is rotationally opened or closed, the bearing will seat in one of a multiplicity of detent positions so that the shutter will not sag shut or otherwise move after it has been set.

Abstract: A pivotally mounted cover assembly for the end of an upstanding exhaust pipe has a pivot structure constructed to include a plastic sleeve-type bearing pivotally mounted directly on a pivot shaft; the plastic bearing provides a seat for a flange member formed on the pivotal support arm of the cover member. A cover support arm including a pair of the aligned annular flanges mounted on separate, aligned plastic bearings facilitates assembly and replacement of the pivot structure and eliminates the need for an inner bearing. The cover assembly can further include notches on a pivot support member to receive locking tabs formed on a plastic bumper member which is engaged by stop members formed on the cover support arm to absorb the impact and reduce the noise as the pivotal cover reaches open and closed positions on the end of the pipe stack.

Abstract: In an electrical switchboard vertical section, vertically adjacent pairs of cubicle doors are mounted by common hinge blocks located adjacent door corners and releaseably, latchingly retained in their closed positions by common latch blocks located adjacent opposed door corners. Horizontally aligned pairs of hinge and latch blocks additionally serve as mounts for instrument compartments located in the spaces available between vertically adjacent doors; these compartments slidingly accomodating drawout instrument drawers.

Abstract: Hinge apparatus for connecting first and second associated members which includes a pivot shaft, a bracket for releasably fixing the shaft to the first associated member, and a bracket for mounting the shaft on the second associated member for relative angular motion. The pivot shaft may be biased to at least one angular position by means of a third member fixed to the shaft and a fourth member carried on the second member. The third member may be a crank arm fixed to the shaft and a fourth member may be reciprocally mounted. The hinge apparatus may be part of a screen printing apparatus. The first member may be a frame and the second member may be a support. At least one spacer may be disposed intermediate the support and the frame at a point spaced from the pivot shaft. The support may include a platen dimensioned and configured to accept a generally planar axial extremity of each spacer.

Abstract: A hinge for all-glass doors on cabinets, having a part to be fastened to the all-glass door, which is pivoted on a part which can be fastened to the supporting wall of the cabinet, wherein the supporting wall hinge part is formed by an elongated metal fitting which is disposed in the corner area of the glass door, overlapping the margin thereof, and having a recess which is open on the inside of the door and at the end facing the supporting wall, in which recess there is fastened releasably a mating insert of metal, the supporting wall hinge part being pivoted on this insert.