Abstract: A handle adaptor for transport carts includes a block-shaped lower member with first, second, third and fourth upper surfaces with inner edges. The inner edges are disposed below the inner edges of the first and second upper surfaces. A fifth upper surface is formed the inner edges and coextensively shaped posts are monolithically formed with the outside faces of the lower member. The posts have apertures formed in distal ends. A block-shaped upper member has lower surfaces with a passageway surrounding the proximal ends of the handles of the transport. The upper member further includes a curved flange with a groove that receives and captures the U-shaped extension. The upper and lower members have passageways. A support plate includes a bracket with threaded shafts and a centrally registered slot. A cover has threaded aperture and a centrally registered slot. The adjustably pivoting mechanism includes a plurality of cotter pins.

Abstract: In one preferred aspect, a set of interlocking instrument handles is provided that permits a user to directly engage a locking element to releasably lock one instrument to another instrument. In another preferred aspect, a locking collar is provided for locking instrument handles to one another. In a further preferred aspect, a method is provided for locking instrument handles to one another.

Abstract: The invention is based on an auxiliary handle device, in particular for hand-held power tools, comprising a fastening unit which comprises at least one fastening mechanism. It is proposed that the fastening mechanism is provided in an axial direction of a fastening axis in order to achieve a positive connection.

Abstract: A handle support is constructed for removable attachment to, a tool, appliance or other implement for hand held use. The handle support includes a brace portion extending rearward in a helical form. The brace portion circumscribes an open space which is substantially conical in form.

Abstract: A window operation assistance handle having a base, at lease one finger grip with two legs, multiple offset orifice fixation ports for receiving multiple securing devices such as setscrews or thumbscrews, and a base hollow groove. To temporarily install and use the handle, the handle is positioned to envelope an integrated leverage point in the hollow groove, and the securing devices disposed in the multiple offset orifice fixation ports are engaged to create a non-penetrating compressive friction fit upon enveloped leverage point. The window can then be lifted or slid by applying force to the finger grips. The handle can be adjusted to the user's strength, size, and dimensions, and installed and removed without use of tools or creating permanent damage of the framework of the window.

Abstract: A safety strap for a cane handle portion of a cane includes a strap piece extending between a first end and a second end, a first connection arranged at the first end, and a second connection arranged at the second end, the first and second connections being connectable to the cane at opposing ends of the cane handle portion. The cane strap supports a weight of the cane when the first and second connections are connected to the cane and a user's hand is inserted between the strap and cane handle portion, so that the cane handle is maintained proximate the user's palm if the user's grip on the cane handle portion is inadvertently released. Furthermore, at least one of the first and second connections is releasable when a predetermined pulling force is exceeded, so that the cane is allowed to fall away from the user in a situation in which retaining the cane is likely to cause injury.

Abstract: The tool handle of the invention includes a shank connected via a ratcheting mechanism to a male square drive. A pair of handle wings are pivotally connected to the shank at a transverse pivot hinge such that the handle wings can be changed between a screwdriver-type configuration, an L-shape configuration, a T-shape configuration or other intermediate configurations. When the handle wings are in the fully open position, the handle wings bear against the shank to create a mechanism for transferring power between the handle wings and the tool shank without the need for a separate lock. A quick change adapter having a female drive can be connected to the male square drive such that the tool handle can be used with a wide variety of tools including taps and extractors, sockets, screwdriver bits and the like.

Abstract: A handle housing for a handle for a power tool, the handle housing having a first housing part; and a second housing part adapted to be mounted to the first housing part and subjected to a bending stress when mounted to said first housing part, the said first and second housing parts defining a chamber for accommodating one or more components of the power tool.

Abstract: A painting tool assembly includes an elongated pole having a first end and a second end. The elongated pole has a length greater than three feet. A roller mounting releasably couples to a paint roller. The paint roller is rotatable along a longitudinal axis of the paint roller. The roller mounting receives and is removably coupled to the first end of the pole. A locking member is mounted on the pole and releasably locks the pole to the roller mounting.

Abstract: A side handle for a hand tool having a foot structure includes a support structure having a base end portion and an outer end portion, an adjustable gripable member extending from the outer end portion, and means for removably securing the support structure to the foot structure of the hand tool.

Abstract: A hand-held power tool, includes an auxiliary handle (1) having a head (4) positioned relative to an operational axis (A) of the power tool (3), a bar guide (5) extending parallel to the operational axis (A) and arranged in the head (4), a rigid bar (6) formlockingly and displaceably received in the bar guide (5) and serving as a depth stop, a locking member (7) for at least partially frictionally securing the depth stop-forming bar (6), and having at least one locking hole (9) for the depth stop-forming bar (6), and a clamp screw (8) for displacing the locking member (7) in a locking direction.

Abstract: Device for a portable engine powered tool that is carried by a hook secured to a harness or a strap in order to reduce the loads on the operator. The tool is attached to the hook by a loop (19) placed close to the centre of gravity for the tool to facilitate the control of the operator.

Abstract: An auxiliary handle device, in particular for a hand-held power tool, has an auxiliary handle and a damping unit that includes at least one damping element. The damping element is designed to pivot about a pivot axis while vibrations are being damped.

Abstract: An auxiliary handle device, in particular for a hand-held power tool, has an auxiliary handle and a damping unit that includes a counter-oscillation unit with at least one oscillation element. The damping unit includes at least one joint unit, via which the oscillation element is supported in an oscillating manner.

Abstract: A quick-fold compact tow-bar which is especially suited to tow airplanes, such as single-engine Cessna airplanes. The disclosed foldable tow-bar can be unfolded to tow an airplane in an easy and safe manner and folded back to be stowed away in the luggage compartment of the airplane.

Abstract: A one piece fixed attachment for a portable power saw which replaces the upper handle on a power saw with a handle having a multiple pronged, u-shaped forward extension capable of supporting a saw vertically on end with its trigger handle in an upward position. When attached to a power saw, the saw can be hung over the top edge of rafters, joists, and sawhorses. It can also be used to hang a saw on a variety of level or pitched dimensional and “I beam” shaped materials securely. It is secured to the saw housing by screw fasteners that line up with threaded screw holes in the saw body housing and sawblade housing.

Abstract: A side handle (2) for a hand-held power tool, such as, e.g., hammer drill or chisel hammer, includes a handle holder (10), an attachment device (6) for securing the side handle (2) on the power tool (4), and a decoupling device (8) for connecting the handle holder (10) with the attachment device (6) and for guiding the handle holder (10) relative to the attachment device (6), with the decoupling device (8) having two, spaced from each other, swinging elements deflectable parallel to each other.

Abstract: An ergonomic handle (22) used to carry loaded plastic grocery bags and baskets more comfortably, and providing a way to hold all of the bag handles together. The handle (22) comprises: a rigid inner tubular structure (30), a soft outer foam casing (60), a connector (80), a clip (90), and elastic band (140), and possibly a key ring (150). Tube (30) provides support for the hand, access of bag handles to a confined storage space in handle (22), a guiding mechanism, a locking mechanism, and an aperture to attach handle (22) to other objects. The ergonomically shaped foam casing (60) that surrounds tube (30) provides cushioning and helps the handle conform to different sized hands. Connector (80) provides an easy way to attach handle (22) to clip (90). Clip (90) provides a quick and easy way to attach handle (22) to key ring (150)—to keep the handle accessible and visible. Elastic band (140) provides a way to close the wide mouth of plastic bags (to keep the contents inside).

Abstract: A trailer includes a convertible handle having a handle portion, the handle portion pivotally attached to a tongue portion, the handle portion having a first gripping portion end and a second clevis end and an intermediate pivot, the handle portion being pivotably shiftable about the pivot between a first disposition presenting the gripping portion end proximate an end of the tongue portion and a second disposition presenting the clevis end proximate the end of the tongue portion. A method of operating a trailer is further included.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a detachable handle assembly for providing a mechanical device capable of utilization in securing and un-securing a work attachment, such as a blade or bit, to a hand-tool. The assembly includes a body portion for grasping, when implemented as an auxiliary handle for a hand-tool such as a power tool or a pneumatic tool.

Abstract: An auxiliary handle clamp system includes an upper base, a lower base coupleable with the upper base, a handle attachment coupled with the upper base, and a plurality of adjustable collets coupled with the upper and lower bases.

Abstract: An apparatus that is engageable with a wheelbarrow for assisting a user in pushing such wheelbarrow. The apparatus comprises at least one mounting plate formed of a first predetermined material and having a first predetermined shape engageable with a predetermined portion of such wheelbarrow. A pivotally adjustable telescoping arm member is formed of a predetermined material and is engageable on a first end thereof with the at least one mounting plate. A sleeve member is engageable intermediate a first end and a second end thereof with a second end of the arm member. The sleeve member is formed as a unitary part of the arm member and is disposed at a predetermined angle thereof. An elongated rod member is rotatingly and adjustably engageable with an inner portion of the sleeve member and extends outwardly toward such user. A bicep cup member having a predetermined shape is engageable on a first side thereof with an end of the elongated rod member.

Abstract: A hand-held power tool, such as an angular grinder, includes a housing having a main handle, and a support member for supporting a side handle in different positions relative thereto and pivotable relative to the housing about two support points, which may be on opposite side surfaces of the housing.

Abstract: A device for gripping the handle of an instrument such as a golf club or a hammer. In a preferred embodiment the device is a grip having an elongate sleeve sized to cover at least a portion of the instrument handle. A plurality of loops are disposed longitudinally along the sleeve and adapted for the insertion of at least one digit. In an alternative embodiment the instrument handle may have a plurality of apertures formed in the instrument handle and adapted for the insertion of at least one digit.

Abstract: One embodiment of a handle attachment assembly formed in accordance with the present invention is provided. The handle attachment assembly may be used for removably attaching a handle to an elongate shaft having a proximal end and a distal end. The handle attachment assembly may include a hand grip adapted to be gripped and held by a user and a clamp assembly. The clamp assembly may be coupled to the hand grip for removably attaching the hand grip to the elongate shaft between the proximal end and the distal end of the elongate shaft. The clamp assembly may include a first V-shaped clamp and a second V-shaped clamp. A fastening assembly may be used for driving the first V-shaped clamp toward the second V-shaped clamp to removably clamp the elongate shaft between the first and second V-shaped clamps.

Abstract: A window egress assistance handle having a base, at least one finger grip with two legs, multiple offset orifice fixation ports for receiving multiple securing devices such as set screws or thumb screws, and a base midline grooved channel receiver. To temporarily install and use the handle, the handle is positioned to envelope an integrated extruded window sash lift in the grooved channel receiver, and the securing devices disposed in the multiple offset fixation port are engaged to create a binding compressive force upon enveloped sash lift. The window can then be lifted or slid by applying force to the finger grips. The handle can be adjusted to the user's strength, size, and dimensions, and installed and removed without use of tools or creating permanent damage to the framework of the window.

Abstract: A flexible auxiliary handle having an elongate member having a hand grip portion associated with a first end and an attaching portion associated with a second end wherein the elongate member provides for torsion or bending or both in response to motions and forces applied to the grip portion. The elongate member is typically advantageously comprised of one or more segments having characteristics enabling such action. The flexible handle ergonomically allows the gripping hand to move freely while the implement's tool maintains orientation to the ground without undue need for balancing, or for avoiding or performing certain undesirable movements customary with auxiliary handles. Such auxiliary handle is attractive, lightweight, cost effective to manufacture, has many configurations, conserves implement storage and retail space, installs and adjusts without tools, fits a wide variety of implements, enables conventional implement use, remains within easy grasp of the user, and is pleasurable to own.

Abstract: This invention is a luggage handle extender that is universal to fit all Pullman type handles. A flexible strap that secures onto conventional luggage handles to give you extra room and flexibility while walking with your conventional luggage; it extends conventional luggage handles giving you extra room preventing the luggage from banging the back of your leg while walking, it also has a built in identification tag to help prevent lost or misplaced luggage. The Universal Luggage Handle Extender is flexible with its own handle and can be folded to be put in a handbag, purse, or pocket.

Abstract: A power tool has an auxiliary handle with a handle member and a securement member. The handle member is unitarily formed with the securement member. The securement member forms a loop to secure the auxiliary handle to the power tool. A positioning tab is on an interior surface of the securement member. The positioning tab is adapted to cooperate with a tab recess on the power tool housing to position the auxiliary handle in one of a plurality of positions on the power tool. A latch mechanism tightens the loop to engage the positioning tab in the tab receiving member to lock the auxiliary handle onto the power tool.

Abstract: A window operator handle securable to a casement window operating drive shaft is described. The handle is movable between an operating position to a folded position. The handle has a body housing that has a cavity which includes an operating mechanism. The operating mechanism has an assembly body secured to the housing, a pivotal member positioned in a first section of the assembly body and a sliding member positioned in at least a second portion of the assembly body. The pivotal member is adapted to pivot from a first position to a second position as the handle is moved from a first position to a second position. The pivotal member is held in one position and the other position by the sliding member. The sliding member is retained in contact with the pivotal member by a spring means in said assembly body.

Abstract: A new and improved remote trigger actuating mechanism for a power tool comprises an elongated handle or pole which is provided with a handgrip upon a rear end portion, while a mounting bracket, into which a forward end portion of the elongated handle or pole is fixedly engaged, is fixedly mounted upon a rear end portion of the power tool as a result of being bolted directly thereto by suitable bolt fasteners. A spring-biased sleeve member is concentrically disposed about the elongated handle or pole, and a trigger actuator linkage member has a rear end portion thereof fixedly mounted upon the spring-biased sleeve member while a forward end portion of the trigger actuator linkage member is provided with a hooked portion which is adapted to engage the trigger mechanism of the power tool.

Abstract: The ergonomic appliance handle is an extension handle that is attachable to a carrying or transport handle on a canister style vacuum cleaner or similar floor appliance. The ergonomic appliance handle provides an elongated handle shaft that is attached to the canister vacuum's handle at a proximate end of the handle shaft by a mounting assembly. The handle shaft extends angled upward, away from the vacuum, placing a handgrip at the distal end of the handle shaft at an ergonomically comfortable height and position for a user to easily and conveniently operate the vacuum in a comfortable posture without subjecting the user to unnecessary bending, stooping, or twisting.

Abstract: A convertible handle having a tongue portion and a handle portion. The handle portion has a clevis proximate a first end thereof and a gripping region proximate a second end thereof. The handle portion is pivotable with respect to the tongue portion for manually towing a towed vehicle that is attached to the tongue portion using the gripping region or attaching the clevis to a towing vehicle.

Abstract: A cleaning tool having a clamp-on handle assembly. The clamp-on handle assembly includes a slidable locking element which can be moved from an open position, wherein the handle assembly can be placed over a handle portion of the cleaning tool, to a locked position wherein the locking element clamps the handle assembly securely onto the handle portion of the cleaning tool. Advantageously, no external tools or fastening implements are required to secure the handle assembly to the handle portion of the cleaning tool. The handling assembly allows the user to use the cleaning tool to reach elevated areas or other areas that would be difficult to reach with the user holding directly onto the handle portion of the cleaning tool.

Abstract: A hardwood flooring nailer destined to be loaded with at least one fastener, the nailer comprising a main rigid frame, and a fastener discharge mechanism attached to the main frame and which can be activated for allowing the nailer to discharge a fastener. The nailer also includes an adjustable double handle transversely carried by the main frame and comprising a first handle and a second handle, and mounting means mounting the first handle to the second handle. The first and the second handle can be selectively moved relative to one another in order to adjust the double handle in one of several different grasping configurations.

Abstract: A device is provided for the fastening, quick unfastening, safety release and adjustment of straps for the handles of walking sticks, ski poles, hiking canes and the like. The device includes a buckle (2), on which are wound the strap (3) and a wedge (4), firmly fixed, in an integral manner, near to one of the two end portions (6) of the strap. The device is characterized by the special configuration of the buckle (2), as well as of the quick unfastening and safety features.

Abstract: The stabilizer apparatus for a power head attachment for rotationally powered tools in which a housing supports a stabilizer apparatus including a stabilizer collar rotatable to selected positions relative to the input shaft of the head attachment and a stabilizer arm pivotally mounted on the collar for movement to selected angular positions relative to the axis of the input shaft between a plurality of locked positions and a single unlocked position. In the unlocked position of the arm, the collar can be rotated to various circumferential positions and in each one of the positions the stabilizer arm can be located at a selected one of multiple angular positions which also lock the arm and collar in a fixed position making possible many combinations of positions of the stabilizer arm relative to the power head of the tool.

Abstract: A power working machine has a machine body, trimming blades attached to the machine body and drivable by a drive source, an operating handle rotatably mounted on the machine body, a throttle lever disposed on the operating handle, and a throttle lock lever disposed on the operating handle for disabling pivotal movement of the throttle lever. The operating handle has a lock mechanism for locking the operating handle at a rotational position relative to the machine body, and an operation lever for unlocking the lock mechanism to thereby permit rotational movement of the operating handle and, simultaneously with the unlocking of the lock mechanism, for placing the throttle lock lever in a locking position to disable pivotal movement of the throttle lever. The throttle lock lever has a lock portion for permitting pivotal movement of the throttle lever while simultaneously locking the operation lever of the operating handle.

Abstract: An attachment for a hand-held power tool, such as a rotary cutting tool, is disclosed. The attachment is configured for selective coupling to a rotary cutting tool and includes a handle that is substantially perpendicular to a central longitudinal axis of the rotary cutting tool when the attachment is coupled to the rotary cutting tool.

Abstract: A hand-held power tool including a housing (1) having a handle (7), and a holding device (3) having a catch element (9) with a free end (9a) for suspending the power tool, with the free end (9a) having a main axis (K) intersecting a normal live (N) that extends transverse to the tool plane which is defined by the plane of the handle and the operational direction of the tool, and passes through the center of gravity (S) of the tool.

Abstract: A bendable extension arm. A stiffening wire having a first end and a second end is connected at its first end to a wire receptor and at its second end to another wire receptor. A sheath covers the stiffening wire and prevents over bending of the stiffening wire. In a preferred embodiment, attachment devices are connected to the wire receptors. For example, in one embodiment a paint brush is connected to one of the wire receptors and an extension pole is connected to the other wire receptor. In another preferred embodiment, the bendable extension arm is used as a bendable handle. The user can grab the bendable handle at one end and attach an attachment device to the other end of the bendable handle. The bendable handle can be bent as desired by the user.

Abstract: This invention describes an ergonomic shovel having an extensible grip connectably attached to a tether and return spring obstensibly located inside the primary handle and having a fairlead to facilitate the extending and retracting in accordance with prior art for stand-up shovels. A pocket or frame structure is described for disposition of the retracted auxiliary grip to facilitate storage.

Abstract: An auxiliary handle for use on an elongated rod-shaped handle of a tool includes an open loop member with a pair of opposed clamping arms connected to each other solely at a first end thereof via a gripping portion. The clamping arms have free distal end portions defining therebetween an opening adapted to receive the elongated rod-shaped handle. The clamping arms are displaceable about the gripping portion between a first position for accommodating rod-shaped handles of different cross-sectional dimensions and a second position wherein the clamping arms are resiliently depressed one towards the other for clamping onto the rod-shaped handle of the tool. The auxiliary handle also includes an actuator adapted to be connected to the clamping arms for controlling their movement between the first and second positions.

Abstract: An assist device for a door handle comprises an elongated bar which has one end pivoting about a pivot pin and another end receiving a pivot piece therein. The parts interact to produce a tight looking, attractive, easy-to-assemble, and sturdy device with no sharp projecting parts.

Abstract: A vent adjusting apparatus for opening and closing air vents of a recreational vehicle includes a handle provided with a first adapter attached to one end portion thereof. The first adapter includes a groove that has first and second bores oppositely spaced for engaging a portion of an air vent and rotating same in a selected radial path. A second adapter is attached to an opposite end of the handle and includes protrusions for engaging an alternate air vent design. The top surface of the second adaptor includes a bore that is in continuous contact with the second adapter receptacle for securely maintaining the handle secured thereto. In an alternate embodiment, the handle may include a telescopic portion for adjusting a length thereof as desired by a user.

Abstract: A connector for connecting an extension handle with the handle of a tool. The connector includes a locking mechanism in the form of at least one shoulder on the connector engaging a hole in the tool handle. The shoulder (1) is connected to a knob via a tongue which is integral with the connector and the knob is placed such that it is located outside the tool handle. The front part of the connector may be split into two halves by a slit. The connector hold the tool firmly. Also, it is easy to disconnect the tool from the connector.

Abstract: This invention provides a grip for a tool that is treated with an anti-microbial material to minimize germs from passing from one person to another. The anti-microbial material includes: about 90% by weight of feldspar particles; about 5% by weight of alumina whiskers; about 2% by weight of silver; and about 3% by weight of zinc. The grip can be formed for a variety of tools such as a soldering iron.

Abstract: This innovation provides a hedge shear extendable handle enhanced structure focusing on resolving the operating inconvenience and physical deficiencies such as bending and deformation resulting from the operations of legendary hedge shear. The main structure of the enhancement is a pivot joint formation of an inner and outer tube. The main feature is the H-shape profile structure of the inner tube with a slide way built with an internal diffusion slot and a perforation slot. The perforation slot has a few interleaved positioning fillisters along the slide way. The positioning fillisters in the inner tube will park the sliding block when it shifted upward and matching with the locating block on the top pillar while moving upward. A press button assembles on top of the pillar and remains in an upward position with the sliding block under normal condition with the help of a spring.

Abstract: The present invention is concerned with a two-handled shovel for use in lifting or moving heavy loads, such as snow. The present invention comprises a snow shovel having a second handle assembly pivotally attached to the blade of the shovel. The assembly is an inverted U-shaped element having two legs and a handle grip. Each handle of the shovel has a rotatable hand grip that allows a person to keep their wrists stationary when lifting or moving snow. The second handle assembly further comprises a mechanism for adjusting the length of the legs to suit the person using the shovel.

Abstract: An ability to move a wheelbarrow without lifting the rear part of the wheelbarrow is achieved by attaching a handle adapter that extends upward from the rearwardly extending handles of the wheelbarrow. Further, a converter kit converts a conventional single wheeled wheelbarrow into a three wheeled device. The handle adapter is a tubular construction and can be easily detached from the wheelbarrow. In one embodiment of the converter kit, a plate and a hollow tube are attached to generally U shaped resting arms for easy assembly and disassembly of auxiliary wheels. A second embodiment of the converter kit includes a clamp for easily adjusting the auxiliary wheels of the wheelbarrow.