Abstract: A reusable shopping bag assembly includes handle structure for use with a plurality of reusable shopping bags. The handle structure includes a handle frame with a pair of tubular sleeves extending therefrom in spaced relation to support a plurality of the reusable shopping bags having sleeve receiving holes therethrough and a pair of caps connected to the frame by cords and removably positioned on the sleeves the retain the bags thereon. The sleeves are spaced apart and bores therethrough are sized and shaped to enable the handle structure with a plurality of reusable shopping bags thereon to be positioned on a rack holding store bags to facilitate placement of merchandise in the reusable bags.

Abstract: A disk package and retainer for a disk having an open surface therethrough and susceptible to curl includes a first member having a retention surface disposed adjacent a first side of the disk and adjacent the open surface of the disk and having a connecting surface and a second member having a retention surface disposed adjacent a second side of the disk and adjacent the open surface of the disk and having a connecting surface cooperatively connected to the connecting surface of the first member through the open surface such that the distance between the first member and second member can be adjustably maintained in a manner to apply force from opposite sides of the disk in a manner to substantially maintain the disk in a relatively flat condition. A panel is employed between the members adjacent the disk and method employing the members, disk and panel forms a package.

Abstract: A tool holder has a housing with magnets mounted in a pair of dove-tailed grooves with a slot therebetween and movable pegs therein cooperating to hold a series of sockets, or a series of screw drivers or bits therefor, or a series of wrenches, or other tools, or combinations thereof, mounted at a desired position on the tool holder.

Abstract: An exemplary display package for an item having a loop portion includes a card having a front side and a back side, a post extending from the front side of the card, and a hasp extending from the front side of the card to define a slot. The item may be attached to the display package by positioning the loop portion of the item around the post and through the slot.

Abstract: A cupcake package includes a base element having a primary diameter for receiving a cupcake body and a relieving cylinder having a second diameter extending from the base element for clearance of a top contour of the cupcake. A bottom surface closes the base element and includes an aperture centrally located therein sized to accept insertion of a finger for removal of the cupcake. A cylindrical lid is closely received over the relieving cylinder to close the package.

Abstract: This invention relates to a container and, more particularly, a container for securely housing goods in a retail outlet. The invention also relates to such a container in combination with an actuating device insertable therein.

Abstract: Device for the storage of a gun with a base, a safety unit for the secure storage of the gun on the base and a controller, wherein the safety unit can be inserted at least partially into the barrel and/or a cartridge chamber of the gun and comprises a first safety section, which can be brought into a safety state, in which the safety unit is secured in the gun, and into a release state, in which the safety unit can be separated from the gun, and the controller brings the first safety section into its release state when a user authorization is received.

Abstract: A package is provided for a saw blade that includes a paperboard back secured to a transparent plastic front. The plastic front includes an edge border that is reinforced to support the weight of the saw blade and that may extend over the edge of the paperboard back for the periphery thereof. The plastic front includes a pocket for receiving the blade where the pocket is provided with projections for engaging the blade to keep the blade from moving once inside the package. A peg is also provided in the plastic cover that engages a portion of the saw blade to ensure that the saw blade is properly oriented in the package during the packaging process. A portion of the back is not adhered to the plastic front to provide an easy opening access between the plastic front and the paperboard back.

Abstract: An exemplary display package for an item having a loop portion includes a card having a front side and a back side, a post extending from the front side of the card, and a hasp extending from the front side of the card to define a slot. The item may be attached to the display package by positioning the loop portion of the item around the post and through the slot.

Abstract: A magnetic tool organizing system including a base substrate having an inner base substrate area, a base substrate front surface and a base substrate rear surface; at least one magnetic element positioned at least partially within the inner base substrate area. In one embodiment, a cover element, including a rim portion, is positioned adjacent the at least one magnetic element, and the rim portion of the cover element is at least partially embedded within an area of the base substrate In another embodiment, the magnetic element is embedded in the inner base substrate area. Methods of manufacturing a magnetic tool organizing system are also disclosed.

Abstract: A multi-functional storage apparatus for selectively supporting a capturing device includes a main casing having a receiving cavity and a supporting arrangement. The supporting arrangement is provided on the main casing to operate the main casing between a normal storing mode and an capturing mode, wherein in the normal storing mode, the supporting arrangement is arranged to rest on the main casing so as to allow the main casing to function as a portable carrying device through storing objects within the receiving cavity, wherein in the capturing mode, the supporting arrangement is selectively extended from the main casing to detachably attach to the image capturing device, in such a manner that the image capturing device is securely and suspendedly supported by the main casing as a supporting base for stably capturing image in a predetermined direction.

Abstract: A holder for a disk having a central opening includes a base, a forwardly projecting ring for supporting the disk, a diaphragm supported within the ring member, and a button structure projecting forwardly from the diaphragm for engaging the central opening. Retainer members project radially outwardly from the central opening proximate the front face surface for releasably holding the disk when the diaphragm member is in a relaxed position. Downward pressure on the button structure deflects the diaphragm to move the retainer members inwardly for releasing the disk. The retainer members are on hook stem members that are rigidly joined to an inner extremity of the diaphragm in radial alignment with circumferentially spaced ring attachment locations of the diaphragm. Button stem members rigidly connect a button member to the diaphragm in alternating circumferentially spaced relation to the hook stem members to provide greatly enhanced lateral support of the disk.

Abstract: A compact disk (CD) box structure includes a seat having an upward extended central post, which has an externally threaded upper end; a knob having a downward extended and internally threaded hollow central column for screwing to the externally threaded upper end of the central post, so that CDs stacked on the seat around the central post can be immovably held to the seat by the knob; a protective barrel being a cylindrical container with a closed bottom and an open top, so that the seat having CDs stacked thereon can be fitly received in the protective barrel; and a top cover being connectable to a flange around the open top of the protective barrel by high-frequency heating or heat melting to seal the CDs in the protective barrel. The CDs stored in the CD box are not only well protected against dust, but also scratches possibly caused by vibration.

Abstract: An exemplary display package for an item having a loop portion includes a card having a front side and a back side, a post extending from the front side of the card, and a hasp extending from the front side of the card to define a slot. The item may be attached to the display package by positioning the loop portion of the item around the post and through the slot.

Abstract: A fastener system includes a toy product, a support platform, and a plug that engages a keyhole formed into the product. The plug includes a base and a pronged key extending from the base. The support platform includes a through-hole that permits the passage of the key into the packaging. One or more integrally-formed biasing members are located on the base of the plug to draw the key toward the product and create a secure connection. The pronged key may be formed from a plastic material and configured such that it plastically deforms but remains attached to the key when and predetermined force is applied to the key to pull the key from a misaligned position with respect to the key hole.

Abstract: The present invention refers to an external container (1) for an implant carrier (20), comprising a cylindrical body portion (10) and a lid (50) closing the cylindrical body portion (10), the lid (50) being provided with a truncated cone-like element (74) which protrudes into the cylindrical body portion (10) and has on its surface at least one annular means (73) for fixing an implant carrier (20) into place which is adapted such as to fix the implant carrier (20) releasably into place in a stable position in the center of the interior of the cylindrical body portion (10).

Abstract: A packaging system for protecting a wheel hub containing inboard and outboard bearings separated by a spacer. The packaging system comprises a shipping retainer having inboard and outboard elements that are reversibly locked together within the axial bore of the wheel hub to seal the ends of the axial bore and maintain the alignment of the bearings and spacer. The packaging system further includes a stackable shipping tray having first and second sides, the first side adapted to receive the inboard end of a wheel hub with the shipping retainer installed and the second side adapted to receive the outboard end of a wheel hub. The shipping tray cooperates with the shipping retainer to facilitate assembly and disassembly of the shipping retainer.

Abstract: A display packing for bicycle handlebar grips comprises a packing container which forms a packing chamber for accommodating at least a first bicycle handlebar grip. A rod-shaped receiving element, connected to the packing container via a connection arm, is provided for mounting a second bicycle handlebar grip thereon. The packing container is formed in one piece with the connection arm.

Abstract: A storage case has a base and a lid parallel to the base. The base has a rigid base plate with a rigid support for a data disk that stores digital information. The base has a fastening zone arranged centrally on the base plate and connected to the base plate by springy radial sections. The fastening zone has a central rigid pressure element and tongues distributed about the pressure element for securing positively the data disk. The tongues have integral snap-on cams projecting past an edge of a central opening of the data disk resting on the support. The radial sections have inner ends connected directly to the pressure element. The tongues are connected by a bending location to the inner ends. The support is arranged directly about the radial sections so as to be proximal to the edge of the central disk opening.

Abstract: A multi-functional storage apparatus for selectively supporting a capturing device includes a main casing having a receiving cavity and a supporting arrangement. The supporting arrangement is provided on the main casing to operate the main casing between a normal storing mode and an capturing mode, wherein in the normal storing mode, the supporting arrangement is arranged to rest on the main casing so as to allow the main casing to function as a portable carrying device through storing objects within the receiving cavity, wherein in the capturing mode, the supporting arrangement is selectively extended from the main casing to detachably attach to the image capturing device, in such a manner that the image capturing device is securely and suspendedly supported by the main casing as a supporting base for stably capturing image in a predetermined direction.

Abstract: A storage device for storage of socket wrenches thereon in end to end relation. The device has an elongated body that is made of a flexible twisted metal cable or other suitable material. Attached to each opposing end of the body are mutually engageable releasable coupling members. The locking action is accomplished as a result of one end coupling member being biased against and securely retained against the second coupling member.

Abstract: Benefit denial systems may include a benefit denial device that secures an asset within a container. The benefit denial device may include a base member and at least one locking member. In some embodiments, portions of the asset and the container may be secured between the base and locking members. By securing the asset between the base member and the locking member, the asset may be damaged or rendered unusable if a thief attempts to remove the asset from the container.

Abstract: An exemplary display package for an item having a loop portion includes a card having a front side and a back side, a post extending from the front side of the card, and a hasp extending from the front side of the card to define a slot. The item may be attached to the display package by positioning the loop portion of the item around the post and through the slot.

Abstract: The invention is a multi functional box for storing circular tool accessories . The blade solution would contain and organize circular blades. The storage box would allow a blade for cutting metal, masonry, plywood, plastic, framing lumber and concrete all within one location. The make up of the invention is a box, inserts, latch and hinge. All pieces manufacture out of light metal or plastic for durability. The invention would still remain light and small enough so a person could carry from one place to another by means of the handle. Once the desired blades are in place, the container latches closed and the inserts sit inside. The compact design allows a person to keep it within another storage container if desired.

Abstract: Packaging is provided that supports rings for display, allows rings to be sampled on a finger of a customer and which are secured to the ring to deter theft. The packaging has a top plate with an opening therein. The opening allows a portion of the ring to pass therethrough. A security stay passes through the ring and is coupled to the top plate with the security stay spanning the opening. A bottom plate is preferably also provided with a complemental form to that of the top plate. The security stay is trapped between the bottom plate and top plate to hold the security stay in place. Saddles are also preferably provided for lateral support of the ring and to allow the packaging to display the ring in an upright fashion while the packaging is resting upon a surface.

Abstract: An exemplary display package for an item having a loop portion includes a card having a front side and a back side, a post extending from the front side of the card, and a hasp extending from the front side of the card to define a slot. The item may be attached to the display package by positioning the loop portion of the item around the post and through the slot.

Abstract: A container lid for a cup-type beverage which includes within the lid a disc-shaped media in which the lid is adapted to be releasably affixed to the beverage container and where the lid is protected from the beverage within the container and wherein the disc may be removed from the lid and utilized for entertainment purposes.

Abstract: Provided with a base body (1b), with its corresponding cover (1a) and the ridge (1c) which connects them, said base body (1b) contains inside it a lug (2) articulated to same at (2b) and connected at its other end (7), also by articulation, to the ridge (1c) of the case or to the cover (1a) so that said lug (3) is displaced towards the bottom (1b) and is separated from same, during the case closing and opening operations. The lug (2) incorporates the seating and fixing means for the disc, specifically a series of flexible pins (5) capped with retaining teeth (5a), which, when the lug (2) is raised, may be connected in the orifice of the disc, and which, when the said lug drops during the case closing operation, are projected outwards by a spindle (6) integral with the bottom (1b) of the case, causing locking of the disc.

Abstract: A holder for information carriers provided with an orientation surface and at least one engaging element integrated in the orientation surface for engaging the information carrier, wherein the holder is manufactured from a material produced on the basis of starch, such as Paperfoam®. A device provided with such a holder and at least one leaf part, while the at least one leaf part and the at least one holder are attached to each other.

Abstract: A high-durability storage case is provided in which a disc can be smoothly inserted into and taken out from the storage case, and in which attachment and detachment operations of the disc can be stably performed. According to the storage case (2), a case body (3), a case cover (4), and a supporting plate (5) supporting a disc (1) are pivotally supported in a mutually openable/closeable manner by a four-link mechanism (16) defined by first, second, third, and fourth hinges (11), (12), (14), (15) and an arm segment (13). When the case cover (4) is opened or closed with respect to the case body (3), the supporting plate (5) is drawn into or drawn away from the case body (3) together with the case cover (4).

Abstract: An optical disc can structure for deterring theft includes a lower cover and an upper cover. The center of the lower cover has a positioning column. The edge of the lower cover extends outward to form a circular protruding edge. On the protruding edge there are wedging parts. Under the wedging parts there are wedging slots. On the wedging parts there are fixing pins. The lower end of the fixing pin plugs into the wedging slot. A receiving space is formed in the inner part of the upper cover. On the bottom of the external wall of the upper cover there are a plurality of wedging bodies. The wedging bodies have fixing holes. The upper cover covers the lower cover. The wedging bodies can be rotated and wedged into corresponding wedging slots and the lower ends of the fixing pins are located in the corresponding holes.

Abstract: In a CD storage device, the combination comprising an upstanding post to receive CD's in a stack, and via openings therethrough, a carrier for each CD having circularly spaced retainers to retain the periphery of each CD at spaced locations, an identification zone associated with a retainer, for each CD, and cam surfaces on said carriers for inter-engagement in response to selected CD rotation, for locally elevating the carrier of a selected CD for retrieval off the post.

Abstract: A lid for a container that includes a first element adapted to releasably engage the container and has first and second raised seals extending from a surface of the first element. The first raised seal has a diameter that is larger than a diameter of the second raised seal. An opening is centrally disposed in the first element. A second element is engageable with the first element. The second element includes first and second raised seals extending from a surface of the second element and an opening is centrally disposed therein. The first and second raised seals are aligned with and receive the first and second seals of the first element, respectively. A chamber is defined between the surfaces of the first and second elements and between the first raised seals and the second raised seals of the first and second elements.

Abstract: A pad package structure for a nailer includes at least one package box having a top formed with a plurality of removable catch plates, a plurality of pads mounted in the package box, and a pull bar mounted on the package box and extended through each of the pads to move the pads. Thus, the package box has a plurality of removable catch plates, so that the pull bar and the pads can be removed from the package box directly by pushing and expanding the catch plates of the package box, thereby facilitating the user operating the pad package structure.

Abstract: Apparatus for holding a disk-shape data carrier (6), e.g. a DC or a DVD, having a central aperture, the apparatus comprising a base portion (5), disk engaging means (1, 2, 4) for releaseably engaging the central aperture of the data carrier (6), having retaining means (1) for engaging and retaining the data carrier (6) on the apparatus and release means (2, 4) which, when pressed, releases the engagement of the retaining means (1) with the data carrier (6) so the data carrier (6) can be removed from the apparatus, wherein removable security means (7) are provided to inhibit actuation of the release means (2, 4) to prevent release of the data carrier (6).

Abstract: A portable aesthetic component comparison system is provided with a support base, a work surface, a post, and a plurality of carriers. The work surface is provided on the support base. The post is supported by the support base centrally of the work surface. The plurality of carriers are each configured to support at least one aesthetic component, each carrier having an aperture configured to be received over the post for pivotal positioning of one aesthetic component relative to another aesthetic component atop the work surface. A method is also provided.

Abstract: A packaging (10) for a component (12) can be attached by means of at least one attachment element (14) to a mounting surface of a superordinate component, whereby the component (12) has an upper surface (12a), a bottom surface (12b) and at least one mounting (12c) for the at least one attachment element (14) continuous from the upper surface (12a) to the bottom surface (12b). The packaging (10) is at least partially substantially rigidly formed and the at least one attachment element (14) inserted in the at least one mounting (12c) is maintained in a position in a positive-locking (form-locking) manner, in which it does not project over the bottom surface (12b) of the component. For packaging of the component (12) into the packaging (10), advantageously an auxiliary element is used.

Abstract: A container (10) for holding a bundt cake (12), which avoids an unsightly accumulation of sugar frosting around the central hole in the cake, and which provides strength for stacking containers with cakes therein on top of one another. The container includes a base (14) with a cake-supporting surface (30) and a central upward projection (32) for insertion into the central cake hole, and a cover (16) with a cover top (20) and with side walls (22) that have bottoms (24) that latch to the base. The central upward projection has a plurality of largely vertically extending grooves (40) that allow hot frosting to flow down to a recess (44) lying below the cake-supporting surface. The middle of the cover forms a downwardly-extending post (62) that engages the top of the center projection on the base, to support the cover, especially when containers holding cakes are stacked.

Abstract: A hub for a storage package for storing a recording medium includes a base member, an uninterrupted deformable, generally domed portion, and at least one gripping formation extending from the generally domed portion. The gripping formation is positioned to extend through a hole in the recording medium and engage the inner edge of the recording medium as the medium is placed onto the hub. The generally domed portion and the gripping formation are directly joined at a location disposed above the recording medium when the recording medium is placed onto the hub. Deformation of the generally domed portion in a direction transverse to the base member directly causes the gripping formation to retract radially inward to allow removal of the recording medium.

Abstract: A packaging device is provided for packaging at least one disc-shaped item such as a CD-ROM or a DVD. The packaging device includes a first member for the storage of disc-shaped media in a chamber or cavity, which container may be attached to storage devices of various shapes and sizes for the storage of materials other than the disc-shaped media. The chamber includes means for maintaining the disc-shaped media in a stable state within the chamber, such that the disc-shaped media is allowed to rotate, while limiting the linear movement of the disc-shaped media both perpendicular to and parallel to the plane of the media. The disc-shaped media may be sealed within the inner chamber by means of either a circular protective element or by means of a complementary cap or lid adapted to engage the first member. The first member is attached to the storage device by means of engagement of the first member with the top of or cover to the package or packages.

Abstract: A hub post for mounting an information-bearing disk to a substrate for presentation, storage or transportation of the disk includes a base and a post projecting from the base for engaging a mounting hole in the disk, the base carrying a layer of adhesive for affixing the hub post to the substrate, and the post being constructed of a stiffly resilient synthetic polymeric material having resilient characteristics for retaining the disk on the post against inadvertent release, while enabling ready intentional release, and renitent characteristics sufficient to resist deleterious compression and crushing while retaining the disk upon the post for selective release of the disk from the post. A flange on the hub post provides a greater basal area for affixation of the hub post to the substrate, and spaces a mounted disk from the substrate to avoid damage to an information-bearing surface of the disk.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a disc package having a structure in which a cover can be fixed on a base by simply pressurizing the cover with respect to the base in a base shaft axial direction and, at the same time, the cover can be prevented from being accidentally separated from the base while the disc package is being transported. Further, in the disc package, a cover once fixed on a base can be separated therefrom by rotating the cover along the circumference of the base in any direction, i.e., in either a clockwise or a counterclockwise direction. Furthermore, an end portion of a shaft can be fitted into a concave portion of a cover even in case the end portion of the shaft is not aligned with the concave portion of the cover.

Abstract: A hangtag is provided that is capable of hanging and securing a tool, such as socket. The invention pertains to a hangtag mechanism that includes a locking mechanism for securing a socket style tool. The hangtag has a body portion having a front surface and a back surface, a hanging mechanism connected to the body portion, and a tool supporting mechanism also connected to the body portion for supporting a tool. The tool supporting mechanism includes first and second legs and a locking finger disposed between the first and second legs. The locking mechanism allows the particular tool to be reattached to the hangtag assembly after it is initially unlocked. This allows the hangtag to function as a storage and organization device for the tool.

Abstract: A roofing washers assembly includes a plurality of stacked roofing washers and a positioning roofing washer is located at an end of the stacked roofing washers. An elongate holding member has a removable end piece connected to a first end thereof and the end piece extends through the central aperture in each of the stacked roofing washers and the positioning aperture of the positioning roofing washer. The end piece has expandable spikes which are pushed inward when passing through the positioning washer and then expand outward after the spikes go through the positioning aperture. The end piece is disengaged from the holding member when the holding member is pulled from a second end thereof.

Abstract: A suspension-type packaging arrangement for a product includes an upper engagement section having an opening to receive a hook or the like, a lower product support section, and an intermediate display section located between the upper engagement section and the lower product support section. The product is secured to the product support section, and is exposed to allow the user to handle the product so as to evaluate and test the product prior to purchase. The upper engagement section and the lower product support section are configured so that the center of gravity of the product is generally in line with the location at which the hook engages the upper engagement section, so that the packaging arrangement and the product hang in a generally vertical orientation for display. The intermediate display section is defined by an outwardly facing wall, and may be configured to releasably secure a display card containing product information that is visible to the potential purchaser.

Abstract: A display package for presenting saw blades includes a first blister portion having a first extension portion. A second blister portion is coupled to the first blister portion and defines an inner space therebetween. The second blister portion includes a second extension portion. A first disk shaped article is disposed in the first extension portion. A second disk shaped article is disposed in the second extension portion. A separator is disposed in the inner space between the first and second articles.

Abstract: A device for storing and carrying hole saws comprises a stack pin and a retaining handle removably attachable to the stack pin. The stack pin has a widened “bun” or head at one end and a lateral keyhole slot near its other end. One end of the handle has a key-like element, by which the handle can only be detached from the stack pin when the key is properly aligned with the stack pin's keyhole slot. For use, the handle is detached from the stack pin by first orienting the handle to align the key with the keyhole slot and by then sliding the handle through the keyhole slot. Subsequently, hole saws are nested and stacked onto the stack pin, and the handle is re-attached to the stack pin, preventing the hole saws from being removed from the stack pin.

Abstract: A tool box includes a plurality of hooks and a plurality of clamping members extending from a surface of the tool box. The hooks and the clamping members are located in alignment with each other so that shanks of the tool is clamped by the clamping members and the function end is engaged with the hooks. A test device is connected to the surface of the tool box and includes an inclined support member on which an engaging piece is connected for function end of the wrench to engage with. A restriction frame is on the test device and restrain the range of the shank of the tool to swing.

Abstract: Apparatus used for holding a disc (12) including a lower surface and an upper surface with an opening extending between the surfaces, comprises a base (1) and a hub (2) extending upwards from the base. The hub includes a center portion (6) adapted to pass through the opening of the disc and engage the upper surface of the disc (12) to hold the disc on the hub. The hub (2) includes outer pieces (4), non-movable with respect to the base (1), for arresting downward movement of the disc (12) during its removal.

Abstract: A disk positioning structure disposed inside a disk case for holding a disk is constructed to include a flat base, two finger strips upwardly extended from the flat base, each finger strip having an outwardly extended retaining block for holding down the loaded disk, two stop plates respectively outwardly extended from the finger strips below the retaining block of each finger strip for supporting the loaded disk in place, and a fastening device provided between the finger strips and adapted to lock the finger strips in an inwardly tilted position for the loading of a disk when the user squeezing the finger strips with the fingers.