Tools Patents (Class 206/234)
  • Patent number: 9924786
    Abstract: A utility device includes a base tapered at an edge and a clip. The clip includes a hook, and when in a closed position, the hook fits into a recess of the clip and is unable to receive an object. However, in an opened position, the hook is pivoted away from the clip and is able to receive an object. An abutment prevents the hook from opening further than the opened position. The clip further includes a channel with overhangs and retainers that prevent an attached corresponding rotatable attachment piece from detaching from the channel. The corresponding rotatable attachment piece may attach to the channel and rotate within the channel. However, a first and second set of stoppers limit the rotation of the corresponding rotatable attachment piece within the channel. Further, the utility device may include a slot offset from the base to receive a corresponding fixed attachment piece.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2018
    Inventor: Vernon E. Nash
  • Patent number: 9549606
    Abstract: A case for carrying accessories for law enforcement officers is presented, including a front panel and a back panel. The front panel and/or the back panel are constructed from a relatively flexible, stretchable, resilient material. One or more compartments are formed between the front panel and the back panel. For example, a first compartment is adapted and constructed to contain an ammunition magazine; a second compartment is adapted and constructed to contain a handcuffs key, a pen or another similarly elongated object; a third compartment is adapted and constructed to contain handcuffs. At least one selectively securable strap assembly is secured to the back panel, for securing the case to a belt of a wearer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2017
    Inventor: Giddel Casadesus
  • Patent number: 9545706
    Abstract: A tool suspension device includes a suspension member, a first and a second receiving members. The suspension member is protrudedly formed with a first and a second pivot structures at two ends. The suspension member has a suspension portion for suspension. The first and the second receiving members are pivotably connected with the first and the second pivot structures respectively. Thus, the first receiving member and the second receiving member are able to be piled together for storing. Also, the first and the second receiving members are able to pivot to be unfolded for available of tools for a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Inventor: Yu-Hua Ou
  • Publication number: 20150008148
    Abstract: Protective cases and related components for cellular phones or other such portable electronic devices are disclosed. The cases may be used to encompass and protect the portable electronic device, while at the same time allowing a user to store, carry, and more effectively utilize discrete tools or sets of tools and accessories. In particular, protective cases for portable electronic devices are provided that include a shell, storage compartments, tools, and an integrated bracing member. Other protective cases for portable electronic devices are provided that include a shell and a swappable tool package. Various swappable tool packages are also provided that are designed to be housed in and fully removable from a protective case for portable electronic devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2014
    Publication date: January 8, 2015
    Inventor: Addison Shelton
  • Patent number: 8919629
    Abstract: A belt mountable tool lanyard device includes an enclosure having diametrically opposed first and second openings, a plurality of internal dividers within the enclosure forming a plurality of lanyard device chambers wherein each chamber has at least one chamber opening that faces in the same direction as one of the first and second openings and wherein at least one of the plurality of chambers has a second chamber opening diametrically opposed to the one chamber opening forming a belt receiving loop.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 5, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2014
    Inventors: Darrell A. Moreau, Andre W. Moreau
  • Patent number: 8863949
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a box tool for repairing glasses including a box bottom and a box cover. A hanging ring is disposed on an end of the box bottom in order that consumers can hang the tool box at different place they want. The box bottom interconnects the box cover with a pivoting axle; the box cover can rotate in a range of 360° about the pivoting axle; a first fastener is disposed on a first end of the box bottom; a second fastener is disposed on a first end of the box cover. The box cover is made of transparent material with a megaloscope disposed in the middle thereof. A lamp and a battery are also disposed on a second end of the box bottom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2014
    Assignee: Shanghai Easy-Use Tools Enterprise Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Shiyu Sun
  • Patent number: 8851283
    Abstract: A tool box includes a main part having a connection portion and a locking member which is directly or indirectly connected to the connection portion. A restriction portion and a block extend from the main part. A reception portion is defined therein so as to receive objects therein. A base has a connection portion supporting the restriction portion of the main part and the locking member connects the main part to the base. A recess is defined in the base and the blocks are located above the recess. A positioning portion is located in the base and restricts the locking member. A movable part has a pivot which is rotatably located in the recess of the base. A locking portion of the movable part connects the movable part to the main part. An inner box is located in the movable part so as to receive tools therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2014
    Inventor: Kuo Hsien Wu
  • Patent number: 8636169
    Abstract: A tote having both a caddy and a removable mini caddy is disclosed. The removable mini caddy attaches to the caddy with a series of guide walls and guide rails that allow the removable mini caddy to be cooperatively received by the caddy. The handle of the removable mini caddy nests with the handle of the caddy while they are attached, providing the user with a single handled tote that is easy to transport and use while still having the convenience of an extra tote where objects can be temporarily removed and then replaced without the need for transferring the objects from one tote to another. The removable mini caddy may be easily removed and then replaced within the caddy while remaining securely in place during use and transport.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2014
    Assignee: Casabella Holdings, LLC
    Inventor: Andre Sampaio
  • Patent number: 8636144
    Abstract: The present invention features a ladder tool tray with separable paint bucket. The tool tray comprises a first section as a tool organizer and a second section for paint bucket. The second section is removably attached to the first section via securing clasps and a top bracket. The first section comprises a plurality of storage compartments, screw driver holders, drill holders and cleaning tower/clothes hangers. The second section is a paint bucket with integrated hook to hold paint roller above the paint within the paint bucket. Each section has a handle for individual lifting and the handles can be held jointly to carry both sections together.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2014
    Inventors: Mark W. Lawery, Robert A. Low
  • Publication number: 20130292278
    Abstract: An apparatus comprises a case and additional protective materials within the case for handheld devices. The additional protective materials are metals, plastics, and/or composites. The additional protective materials may be molded into a single case to form a second layer of protection on one side of the device's case. Part of the protective housing is an internal rigid tool that, when exposed, is able to be used for opening a bottle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2013
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventors: Thomas M. Ramies, Clay W. Baker
  • Patent number: 8522969
    Abstract: An appliance storage and organizer device, the device includes a housing having a plurality of walls forming an enclosure with a hollow interior. At least one of the plurality of walls includes a plurality of holes each adapted for receiving and retaining an electrical hair care appliance. The device further includes a means for organizing and preventing entanglement of an electrical cord(s) of an electrical appliance(s).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Inventor: Cathy Mason
  • Publication number: 20130220851
    Abstract: A contact lens case assembly includes a base and at least a first lid. At least a first removeable and replaceable gripping ring having a band is against and circumscribing the surrounding wall of the first lid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 29, 2012
    Publication date: August 29, 2013
    Inventors: Robert N. Priebe, Eric Bombardt
  • Patent number: 8505348
    Abstract: A multipurpose key for use by vehicle operators in the case of emergency. In addition to conventional key electronics, the key including a glass-breaking spike, an open slot cutter for cutting seat belts and the like, and may also include a light, an alarm, and other functions. The multipurpose key is formed as a single key unit so as to be always available in the ignition slot of the vehicle in case of emergency. A key portion may be separable from the glass-breaking spike portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2013
    Inventor: Laurent Colasse
  • Patent number: 8403132
    Abstract: A retractor coil lanyard device for mounting in a pouch of a tool pouch for hand tools includes a tubular housing having a first housing end and a second housing end and a resiliently extensible and retractable coil disposed within the tubular housing. The tubular housing has a predefined length where, when placed within a tool pocket of a tool belt pouch, the first housing end is adjacent a bottom of the tool pocket and the second housing end is adjacent a top of the tool pocket. The coil has a coil body, a first coil end and a second coil end. The coil body is formed from a cord having a predefined diameter where the cord is formed into a helix. The first coil end is retained at the first housing end and the second coil end extends a predefined distance beyond the second housing end and is configured for attaching to a hand tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2013
    Inventors: Darrell A. Moreau, Andre W. Moreau
  • Publication number: 20120318689
    Abstract: A toothbrush holder is disclosed. The toothbrush holder includes a tubular body that is sized to contain a toothbrush. The tubular body is formed of a light-transmissive material and has a lower segment and an upper segment that are releasably secured together so that the toothbrush can be positioned inside. A weighted base is affixed to the bottom of the lower segment. A cap is affixed to the top of the upper segment and is formed of a light-transmissive material. A light source is secured within the cap.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 16, 2011
    Publication date: December 20, 2012
    Inventor: Dephillia J. McClenon Joseph
  • Patent number: 8317021
    Abstract: A packaging arrangement is provided for displaying a tool set and a plurality of interchangeable work pieces at a point of sale that is useable as a carrying case after it is purchased. The packaging arrangement has an insert with a plurality of receptacles at spaced apart intervals between the outer ends for individual reception of the interchangeable work pieces. A locking member is provided with the insert and is moveable between an engaged position and a disengaged position to selectively secure the interchangeable work pieces in the receptacles of the insert.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2012
    Assignee: Meridian International Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Brent Christopher
  • Patent number: 8261482
    Abstract: A fishing net system featuring a telescopic handle, one or more rim components, and one or more net components. The handle is removably attached to the rim component via an attachment base. The rim component is constructed from a first semicircular arc and a second semicircular arc, wherein the arcs can connect together form a generally circular ring. Protrusions are disposed on the ends of the arcs, which are adapted to engage slots in the attachment base. The curvature of the first arc faced outwardly, and the second arc is adapted to rotate in its slot in the attachment base. An end attachment means temporarily secures the second end of the first arc to the second end of the second arc. The net component has a first half sleeve and a second half sleeve adapted to receive the first arc and the second arc, respectively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Inventor: Melvin L. Buchanan
  • Patent number: 7984804
    Abstract: A protective container for a portable electronic device includes a plurality of storage compartments formed in a rear wall, or a tool carrier with tool compartments mounted to the rear wall. Generally flat tools are stored within the compartments and are extractable to allow the protective container and portable electronic device to function as a multifunction pocket tool.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 26, 2011
    Inventor: Ian F. Lebauer
  • Patent number: 7967136
    Abstract: A sanitary case having a cavity defined by a bottom and perimeter wall extending upwardly from the bottom, at least one slot defined through the perimeter wall adjacent the bottom, and a liner disposed on the bottom. A plurality of upstanding dividers depending inwardly from the perimeter wall may define a plurality of cavities. The slot is adapted to receive the liner therethrough.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Inventor: Kenneth E. Bryant, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7909162
    Abstract: The barber's portable case apparatus provides for storing and carrying multiple barber's tools such as clippers, for example, in a compact arrangement that provides forced air cooling for the tools. The case is designed to adequately and removably contain clippers without being overly large, thereby contributing further to portability and space savings. The multiple electrical outlet may provide for powering the fans and other needed appliances. The apparatus may obviously hold other devices in need of storage and forced air ventilation for cooling. By cooling such tools as clippers, for example, both a barber and a customer are saved any high heat contact common in the use of such implements. A plurality of channels conducts air to the fans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2011
    Inventor: Donovan S. Barrett
  • Publication number: 20110017618
    Abstract: A golf club assembly includes a golf club cover, a multi-tool, and means for removably attaching the multi-tool to the golf club cover. The multi-tool can include a golf tool accessory specially-suited for use by a golfer on a golf course, such as a divot repair tool and a ball marker.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 21, 2010
    Publication date: January 27, 2011
    Inventor: Michael S. Moroney
  • Patent number: 7874328
    Abstract: A utility bag having a compartment recessed in an upper portion of the utility bag to provide additional storage space and utilize unused space in compartments thereof. The recessed compartment may accommodate various items including tools and trays for storing small items.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2006
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2011
    Assignee: Custom Leathercraft Manuf., Inc.
    Inventor: Michael Dancyger
  • Patent number: 7854318
    Abstract: A tool box adapted for storing a driving tool therein, the tool box comprises a casing means including a compartment adapted for receiving the driving tool; wherein the compartment further includes a pressing member and a receiving portion below the pressing member and adapted to clamp the driving tool; wherein the pressing member is movable between an original position and an actuating position; wherein while the pressing member is in the actuating position, the driving tool is driven to detach from the casing means.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2010
    Assignee: Infar Industrial Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Tai Hung Chen
  • Publication number: 20100147710
    Abstract: A protective container for a portable electronic device includes a plurality of storage compartments formed in a rear wall, or a tool carrier with tool compartments mounted to the rear wall. Generally flat tools are stored within the compartments and are extractable to allow the protective container and portable electronic device to function as a multifunction pocket tool.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2009
    Publication date: June 17, 2010
    Inventor: Ian F. Lebauer
  • Patent number: 7699176
    Abstract: A tool box includes a cover pivotably connected to a base, at least one torsion spring is located between the cover and the base to maintain the cover at opened status when in use. A magnetic member is connected to an inside of the cover so that the user can position the spare bits by the magnetic member. A plurality of storage racks are pivotably connected to the base so as to receive bits and tools, the storage racks are cooperated with torsion springs so that when the cover is opened, the storage racks are pivoted an angle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2010
    Inventor: Fu-Hui Lin
  • Patent number: 7631752
    Abstract: The invention relates to a card-shaped storage case (1) made of metal or plastic with at least one internal storage compartment (8) for at least one article, which is defined by a base plate (6) and at least in sections by a cover plate (7) of the storage case (1) running parallel to this, wherein several storage compartments (8) at least partially separate from one another are arranged in the storage case (1) in a plane running parallel to the base plate (6) and/or cover plate (7) and are constructed to receive articles in the form of articles of daily use (9) and/or consumer articles and are also accessible from the outside via storage openings (23), and the storage openings (23) are arranged in at least one of the longitudinal side faces (4) and/or transverse side faces (5) preferably running perpendicular to the base plate (6) and/or cover plate (7).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 15, 2009
    Assignee: Victorinox AG
    Inventor: Hermann Painsith
  • Publication number: 20090242433
    Abstract: A bit holder for securing various tool pieces and fasteners having a portion that is configured to rotate and pivot about the holder and a tray that is slidingly disposed within the holder. The portion allows a user to place various tool pieces and/or fasteners thereon, thus allowing the user to more efficiently change tool bits or retrieve fasteners.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2008
    Publication date: October 1, 2009
    Inventors: Jonathan R. Van Bergen, Lilia Francesca Macias
  • Publication number: 20090209186
    Abstract: The invention relates to a grinding disk for an eccentric grinding machine. In order to operate the grinding disk (22) having different disks diameters on one and the same eccentric grinding machine for achieving grinding results at optimum quality, without any loss of smoothness and handling quality, the disk mass of the grinding disk has a fixed predetermined value that is independent of the disk diameter selected.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2007
    Publication date: August 20, 2009
    Inventors: Bernhard Krauss, Christian Funke, Heiko Roehm, Andreas Heber
  • Publication number: 20090199941
    Abstract: A combination wallet tool includes a pair of hinged, mating shells which define a closed chamber when closed and latched. The chamber is partitioned to provide areas in which currency, cards and papers may be kept. The mating surfaces of the shells are sealed, for example, by an O-ring to keep water from entering the chamber. A variety of useful tools having identical bases may be interchangeably seated in respective apertures provided in the shells.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2008
    Publication date: August 13, 2009
    Applicant: TONER MACHINING TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: James Carl Toner, Garry Brandon Hensley
  • Publication number: 20090145786
    Abstract: A dispense for drill and driver bits includes a generally cylindrical housing having opposing ends and having dimensions to allow the housing to be gripped and held by a hand of a user. A securing member is provided for receiving and securing drill and/or driver bits in an organized arrangement. A cover is pivotably mounted at one end of the housing for selective movement from closed and open positions. An opening member is operable by a finger of the user while holding the housing to move the cover between closed and open positions. In this way the dispenser can be held and opened or closed with one handed operation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2007
    Publication date: June 11, 2009
    Inventors: Michael Harmik Panosian, Joshua Keeler, James Stobar
  • Publication number: 20090145785
    Abstract: An individual readiness system can comprise a gun cleaning kit, a strap cutter/window breaker emergency tool, and a multi-purpose tool. The individual readiness system can further comprise a carrying case attachable to a pistol belt or a harness strap, the carrying case being intended for carrying the components of the individual readiness system. The individual readiness system can be carried by military personnel and employed in the field training or combat for gun cleaning, equipment repairs, as well as in emergency situations requiring e.g., breaking a window to clear an egress route.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2007
    Publication date: June 11, 2009
    Applicant: THE OTIS PATENT TRUST
    Inventor: Doreen Garrett
  • Publication number: 20090120420
    Abstract: A paintball marker with a barrel that is coupled to a receiver. A valve arrangement is provided to selectively vent gas to propel projectiles through the barrel responsive to actuation of a firing mechanism. The marker may include a tool box that is capable of being coupled with the receiver. In some embodiments, the tool box resembles a magazine that feeds projectiles into the receiver.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2008
    Publication date: May 14, 2009
    Applicant: TIPPMANN SPORTS, LLC
    Inventors: Dennis J. Tippmann, JR., Bryce A. Carrico, Jeffrey P. Douglas
  • Patent number: 7513361
    Abstract: A self powering portable case has a custom liner insert tray accommodating electric hair clippers and trimmers and detachable blades therefore. Retractable power cords attached to the hair tools are dispensed from cord holders to facilitate tool use. The cords are electrically coupled to a power connector that is connected to a electric power supply to power the tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2009
    Inventor: James Mills, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7497327
    Abstract: A system for applying wallboard finishing compound comprising a container with an opening and tray sized and shaped to fit within the opening. The tray has a first chamber for receiving the wallboard finishing compound and a second chamber having a grip formed therein. The tray is further shaped to receive a joint knife and a roll of tape. A lid is sized and shaped to cover the opening and enclose the tray in the container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2009
    Assignee: National Gypsum Properties, LLC
    Inventors: Steven M. Martinez, Lee Holder
  • Publication number: 20080314795
    Abstract: A tool box includes a cover pivotably connected to a base, at least one torsion spring is located between the cover and the base to maintain the cover at opened status when in use. A magnetic member is connected to an inside of the cover so that the user can position the spare bits by the magnetic member. A plurality of storage racks are pivotably connected to the base so as to receive bits and tools, the storage racks are cooperated with torsion springs so that when the cover is opened, the storage racks are pivoted an angle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2007
    Publication date: December 25, 2008
    Inventor: Fu-Hui Lin
  • Patent number: 7458124
    Abstract: A multi-purpose hearing aid cleaning device including a housing that includes a pair of housing members that are supported for relative hinging therebetween and that defines open and closed positions. A plurality of cleaning pieces are supported in the housing with each cleaning piece pivotable from a storage position in which the cleaning piece is stored in the housing to a use position in which at least a portion of the cleaning piece extends out of the housing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2008
    Assignee: Health Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: Glenn A. Leman
  • Publication number: 20080210593
    Abstract: A tool holder is provided. The tool holder includes first and second casings connected by a hinge and at least one tool carrier. The tool carrier includes a base portion coupled to one of either the one of the first or second casings and a holder portion having at least one holder assembly adapted to receive a tool accessory. The holder portion is coupled to the base portion for selective movement between a stored position and a removal position, wherein the holder portion is positioned relative to the base portion to permit the tool accessory to be removed from the holder portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2008
    Publication date: September 4, 2008
    Applicant: JORE CORPORATION
    Inventors: W. Robert Cornwell, Clint Henriksen, David Tyler, Ian B. Merwin
  • Publication number: 20080164180
    Abstract: A caddy for holding items useful for gift-wrapping articles is provided. The caddy includes a media holder attached to a utensil holder. In one embodiment, the media holder contains a curved surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2008
    Publication date: July 10, 2008
    Inventors: Joy A. Packard, Scott D. Pearson
  • Patent number: 7344023
    Abstract: An operational tools carrier, such as a pocketknife or a tool card, having a portion formed from a transparent or translucent material has been found to have various functional benefits in addition to the clear ornamental effects of transparency/translucenary. A pocketknife typically has a retaining body or frame in which tools can be stored. The frame has two side walls that lie opposite each other and that have been separated from each other by means of narrow side faces and front faces. A scale is provided on at least one of the side walls typically has retaining areas for removably holding operational tools, e.g., tools, knives, scissors. The side wall or scale forming the side wall is transparent in at least one partial area. A flat tool card formed from two plates coupled together to form a retaining are therebetween for strong flat tools thereon. At least a portion of at least one of the plates forming the tool card is transparent or translucent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2008
    Assignee: Victorinox AG
    Inventors: Hermann Painsith, Carl Elsener
  • Patent number: 7124882
    Abstract: A cleaning kit operable by a tool for cleaning pipes and fittings to prepare same for soldering. The cleaning kit includes a plurality of sockets including wire bristles attached thereto and for receiving the outer surface of a pipe therealong. The plurality of pipes are maintain in continuous contact with a pipe surface for cleaning same while a tool rotatably engages the plurality of sockets about the pipe. The cleaning kit also includes a shank for receiving the plurality of sockets therein and for removably connecting to a tool respectively. A wire brush including a lower end portion and a second shank connected thereto is removably attachable to a tool so that the wire brush can rotatably engage an interior of a pipe and thereby clean same.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2006
    Inventor: Emyr Jadydy
  • Patent number: 7036174
    Abstract: An operational tools carrier, such as a pocketknife or a tool card, having a portion formed from a transparent or translucent material has been found to have various functional benefits in addition to the clear ornamental effects of transparency/translucenary. A pocketknife typically has a retaining body or frame in which tools can be stored. The frame has two side walls that lie opposite each other and that have been separated from each other by means of narrow side faces and front faces. A scale is provided on at least one of the side walls typically has retaining areas for removably holding operational tools, e.g., tools, knives, scissors. The side wall or scale forming the side wall is transparent in at least one partial area. A flat tool card formed from two plates coupled together to form a retaining are therebetween for strong flat tools thereon. At least a portion of at least one of the plates forming the tool card is transparent or translucent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 2, 2006
    Assignee: Victorinox A.G
    Inventors: Hermann Painsith, Carl Elsener
  • Publication number: 20040154714
    Abstract: A combination wallet and tool holder which carries wallet contents including credit cards, identification cards, business cards, and money adjacent to a tool preventing the overlapping of the tool and the wallet contents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2003
    Publication date: August 12, 2004
    Inventor: James Troy Gray
  • Publication number: 20030205489
    Abstract: A carrier for a portable display device that facilitates transportation thereof. The carrier includes a plurality of connected panels configured to permit the carrier to wrap around the portable display device and releasably latch to support the portable display device for carrying via an integral handle member of the carrier. The carrier may subsequently be unlatched to permit removal of the portable display device for use for display purposes, and relatched for subsequent transportation. The carrier may include integrally attached accessories die cut along with the carrier from a unitary sheet of corrugated paperboard for tear away removal therefrom. Such accessories may include a header, stencil cards, or alignment tools, such as a protractor, T-square or triangle. Removable adhesive labels may be provided on the carrier. The carrier may be scored for folding for compact storage, etc. A display kit including a portable display device and carrier is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2003
    Publication date: November 6, 2003
    Inventors: Patsy Viars Shumake, Thomas Edmond Wiberg
  • Patent number: 6571940
    Abstract: An article holder includes a card body with one or more panels covering article receiving pockets formed within a core member. The holder may also be provided with an embossing zone for receiving embossed alpha numeric indicia as typically provided in transaction cards, and/or an electronically readable zone containing electronically readable media separate from an article holder zone. In a preferred form the holder may be provided with an adhesive surface covered by a removable strip. The strip may be removed from the adhesive to permit attachment of an identification card to the holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Inventor: Chris M. Newman
  • Publication number: 20030062273
    Abstract: A combination oil and tool storage device includes a top-open toolbox, the toolbox, and an oil storage tank detachably covered on the toolbox, the toolbox having a peripheral top flange adapted to support the oil storage tank and two locks adapted to lock the oil storage tank, the oil storage tank having a carrying handle for carrying by hand.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2001
    Publication date: April 3, 2003
    Inventor: Chun Ta Chiu
  • Patent number: 6527112
    Abstract: The invention relates to a card-shaped storage case (1) made of metal or plastic with at least one internal storage compartment (8) for at least one article, which is defined by a base plate (6) and at least in sections by a cover plate (7) of the storage case (1) running parallel to this, wherein several storage compartments (8) at least partially separate from one another are arranged in the storage case (1) in a plane running parallel to the base plate (6) and/or cover plate (7) and are constructed to receive articles in the form of articles of daily use (9) and/or consumer articles and are also accessible from the outside via storage openings (23), and the storage openings (23) are arranged in at least one of the longitudinal side faces (4) and/or transverse side faces (5) preferably running perpendicular to the base plate (6) and/or cover plate (7).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2003
    Assignees: Victorinox AG
    Inventor: Hermann Painsith
  • Publication number: 20030038043
    Abstract: The invention relates to a card-shaped storage case (1) made of metal or plastic with at least one internal storage compartment (8) for at least one article, which is defined by a base plate (6) and at least in sections by a cover plate (7) of the storage case (1) running parallel to this, wherein several storage compartments (8) at least partially separate from one another are arranged in the storage case (1) in a plane running parallel to the base plate (6) and/or cover plate (7) and are constructed to receive articles in the form of articles of daily use (9) and/or consumer articles and are also accessible from the outside via storage openings (23), and the storage openings (23) are arranged in at least one of the longitudinal side faces (4) and/or transverse side faces (5) preferably running perpendicular to the base plate (6) and/or cover plate (7).
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2002
    Publication date: February 27, 2003
    Applicant: Victorinox AG
    Inventor: Dipl.-Ing. Hermann Painsith
  • Publication number: 20020179463
    Abstract: An article holder includes a card body with one or more panels covering article receiving pockets formed within a core member. The holder may also be provided with an embossing zone for receiving embossed alpha numeric indicia as typically provided in transaction cards, and/or an electronically readable zone containing electronically readable media separate from an article holder zone. In a preferred form the holder may be provided with an adhesive surface covered by a removable strip. The strip may be removed from the adhesive to permit attachment of an identification card to the holder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2001
    Publication date: December 5, 2002
    Inventor: Chris M. Newman
  • Patent number: 6460698
    Abstract: A planer tool housing includes a plate having one or more chambers opened toward the side portion and/or the upper portion of the plate for receiving one or more tool members and for allowing the tool members to be engaged into and disengaged from the plate from the side and/or the upper portions of the plate. One or more ribs or projections or flanges may be used to retain the tool members in the plate. The tool members may include one or more pivotal tool elements for providing more tool elements. The plate may have a level, a compass, a light device and the other tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2002
    Inventor: Jenn Liang Wang
  • Patent number: 6332532
    Abstract: An eyeglasses maintenance kit includes a hollow casing body, a pincer, and a screw driving tool bit. The casing body has an open top end and a bottom end opposite to the top end, and includes upright front and rear walls and opposite lateral walls that interconnect the front and rear walls. The bottom end of the casing body is formed with a bit engaging member. The pincer is mounted removably in the casing body via the open top end of the casing body, and includes a pair of resilient clamping arms with upper and lower end portions, and a bridging portion that interconnects the upper end portions of the clamping arms. The tool bit is mounted to the bit engaging member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2000
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2001
    Assignee: Brothers Promotions Inc.
    Inventor: Ching-Chang Lee