Abstract: A segmented multi-purpose container having an upper segment, an intermediate segment, and a lower segment. Each of the upper and lower segments has an opening at one end that defines a chamber within each segment. The upper and lower segments are removably attachable to the intermediate segment at opposite ends thereof, wherein the chambers of both the upper and lower segments are enclosed when they are attached to the intermediate segment. Apertures intended to accommodate various articles are placed on the upper surface of the intermediate segment, wherein the articles are secured within the container when the upper and lower segments are attached to the intermediate segment. Intermediate segments with varying arrangements of apertures may be interchanged to allow the container to accommodate various articles.

Abstract: A method for extending a console for housing equipment to provide space for housing additional equipment. An extender frame is provided which has a platform for supporting additional equipment and an appearance which is complementary to the console frame. An extender support structure is also provided. One of a plurality of console support structures is removed from a first end of the console and the extender support structure is installed proximate the first console end. In addition, the method includes the steps of installing the removed support structure proximate a first extender frame end, and connecting the extender frame to the console to form a unitary extended console for simultaneously housing the equipment and the additional equipment.

Abstract: A detachable food container includes a base plate having a periphery base rim integrally and perpendicularly extended from a periphery side of the base plate; two fold plates which has an end piece perpendicularly and integrally bent on each end thereof; two side plates which both ends each provides a V-shape fork means to engage with the respective end piece of the corresponding fold plate in order to form a hollow quadrilateral frame body which is placed on top of the base plate and bounded by the base rim thereof; and a top lid cover having a periphery cover rim integrally and perpendicularly extended from a periphery side of the top lid cover for covering on top of the hollow quadrilateral frame body to form the detachable food container.

Abstract: A storage and display tower assembly transported and distributed in a compact and disassembled kit form in a box. The components thereof are easily and readily assembled to the configuration selected by the user to provide the desired appearance and use. The shelves, pinch clamps, weighted base and first and second sets of rods of the kit are removed from the box. The rods of the first set are threaded into upright securement to the base; a first shelf is slid through its openings on the rods; the lower ends of the second set of rods are threaded on top of the top ends of the respective rods of the first set with a stabilizing and article display shelf sandwiched and fixed between them; and a second shelf is slid through its openings onto the rods of the second set. Using the support clamps, the first and second shelves are mounted at the desired heights to the first and second sets of rods, respectively. Decorative balls, plates and/or lamps can be attached at the top of the tower thereby defined.

Abstract: A combined receptacle and advertising display in generally pyramidal configurations with an accessible internal cavity for receiving articles and external display surfaces for carrying communicative media such as advertising. The receptacle cavity is accessed through apertures in one or more triangular side panels. The receptacle can be emptied through an openable base panel or openable top. Extra-dimensional media may be attached to the exterior surfaces of side panels.

Abstract: A package for an elongated object such as a flashlight consists of a front panel and a rear panel, with two or more spaced V-shaped ribs being formed in the front panel. One end of the object is engaged with a first one of the ribs, and the opposite end of the object is engaged by the second one of the ribs in a manner such that the portion of the object between the ribs is exposed. Openings are formed in the walls of the front panel defining the ribs, and are configured in a manner so as to positively retain both ends of the object in position relative to the ribs once the front and rear panels are secured together. The package further includes a third rib spaced from one of the first or second ribs. Openings are formed in the third rib and the adjacent rib so as to receive end package objects such as batteries for the flashlight in a manner such that a portion of the length of the batteries is exposed between the ribs.

Abstract: A portable, integrated system for displaying products and services at a display booth is disclosed. The system comprises a carrying case which includes a plurality of compartments, a table cloth for substantially covering a display table in the display booth, a display easel which displays printed indicia when in an open position and which is insertable into one of the compartments of the carrying case when in a closed position, and a header display which includes a flexible header with printed indicia thereon. The header display further includes a header frame which surrounds and supports the header and to which the header is temporarily attached and a plurality of wire hooks for suspending the header frame and header from the framework of the display booth. Alternatively, when the display booth does not include a framework, the header frame and header may be suspended from a plurality of upright, free-standing poles.

Abstract: An improved means and method for shipping industrial sized quantities of hazardous concentrates which simplifies compliance with current environmental protection regulations. The method includes the steps of loading a collapsible shipping container with a collapsible bag which is partially filled with a liquid or particulate concentrate of a potentially hazardous material, collapsing the bag before inserting it into the shipping container. The container itself is then collapsed, sealed and shipped to the user. Upon arrival, the user erects the container, unfolds and fills the bag with a solvent such as water to fill the container and serve as a storage facility. The diluted or dissolved product is then drawn from the container as required until the container is empty. The user then collapses the bag and the container for return to the sender. As a result, no permanently installed storage facility need be cleaned.

Abstract: A multi-mode playball whose components are a shaped casing of flexible material having an opening therein that is closable by a drawstring whose end portions, when the string is drawn, then extend from the closed opening, and a toy balloon, which in its uninflated state is insertable into the casing and when then inflated stretches to conform to the shape of the casing to create a pneumatic playball. The playball is operable in any one of three modes, the first being a ball mode in which the end portions of the drawn string are inserted into the casing before the balloon is inflated and the resultant pneumatic ball can then be thrown, kicked and bounced. In the second or bop mode, the pneumatic ball is tethered by the end portion of the drawstring whereby the ball can then be punched back and forth.

Abstract: Kit for forming decorated gift receptacle having the appearance of a wishing well, and decorated gift receptacle assembled therefrom. The wishing well comprises a bottom, four upright sides, each of which has a wide opening flanked by two upright pillars in the upper portion thereof, and pitched roof. Two of the sides have gables. The wishing well also has a slotted horizontal platform, just below the openings in the sides, for deposit of money, checks and envelopes. All visible of the surfaces of the gift receptacle are lace covered. The lace covering comprises a first set of overlapping horizontal lace ruffles covering the sides below the openings, a second set of overlapping horizontal lace ruffles covering the roof sections and the gables, vertical lace strips covering the pillars, and lace strips covering the top surface of the platform.

Abstract: A case for containing and protecting a bicycle during transport generally comprising a base with a front and a rear mount for attachtment to front and rear portions of the bicycle respectively. A flexible cover contains the bicycle with the case. The case may be made adjustable for different bicycle sizes by slidably engaging one of the mounts on said base. Various embodiments of the case provide a frame for protecting the gears of the bicycle and provide a wheel pad for wrapping and storing the wheels of the bicycle.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a groundwater sampling kit which comprises a plurality of components capable of being assembled into several alternative groundwater sampling devices by hand without the use of tools, the components being securely packaged in an impact-resistant carrying case.

Abstract: A container for the components of an unassembled ceiling fan includes a first casing of expanded polystyrene foam. The first casing includes at least one internal recess shaped to receive a first component of the ceiling fan to protect it from damage during shipping. A second casing of expanded polystyrene foam includes at least one internal recess shaped to receive at least a second component of the ceiling fan to protect it from damage during shipping. The first and second casings have comparable cross-sectional areas and include structure integral therewith for interlocking the casings to restrict relative movement of the casings. At least the first casing provides sufficient protection to its contents to protect them from damage when the first casing is shipped without the second casing. A box or the like of suitable size receives the first and second interlocked casings to form a package.

Abstract: A packing structure for a collapsible basket holder composed of a sheet of rectangular cardboard which is foldable into a box-like structure comprising two main walls--a top wall and a bottom wall--while the two side ends thereof are left opened. It is characterized by said bottom wall being provided with a plurality of lug members and mating slits so that said box-like structure is openable for packaging a collapsible basket holder, and a trough structure located in the upper central portion of said box-like structure for partially revealing a top horizontal member of said collapsible basket holder. It is also characterized in that said collapsible basket holder is portable with one hand, and said packing structure is not weighted with said collapsible basket holder at all.

Abstract: A housing for a remote interface unit is shown. The housing has a geometry to be appropriate for use with a small data processing system. The housing contains an upper and lower sections that permit convenient assembly and disassembly and, when assembled are securely fastened together with only two coupling units, such as screws. Expansion modules can be coupled to or removed from the unit circuit board without the use of tools, and typically with only one hand.

Abstract: A knock-down collapsible carrier for storing and transporting athletic equipment such as a bicycle or the like. The carrier comprises a hollow housing unit, shaped and dimensioned in a tri-dimensional box-like structure, adopted to contain a partially dismantled bicycle. The housing unit includes a front wall, a rear wall, two side walls, and a top member, each of which comprises a pair of light-weight layers of flexible composition, for removably housing a plurality of resilient rigidifying inserts. The carrier further comprises a plurality of strap bands for retaining the bicycle inside the housing unit, leaving a clearance space therebetween.

Abstract: A portable shoe shine kit adapted for travel and home use has a container and operatively associated footrest assembly which is removably stored therein. The container defines a storage space which has a partition therein for dividing the storage space into an upper compartment and a lower compartment and the partition has an opening to provide communication between the upper compartment and lower compartment. The footrest assembly includes, a base, a footrest bracket, and an elongated support for connecting the footrest bracket and the base to each other. The base is disposed in the lower compartment of the container and has a connecting member thereon aligned with the opening in the partition to permit the elongated member and the footrest bracket to be connected thereto without removing the base from the container and to position the footrest bracket exterior of the container a spaced predetermined distance generally above the base.

Abstract: A case 1 of conventional appearance, fastened by adhesive tape around its parting line and having a carrying handle 2 can be opened, emptied of contents including a number of like lengths of wood 3 (for example) capable of being assembled into a single support post, and folded inside-out to show a pre-printed advertising sign 21 of professional appearance for support by the post to facilitate sale of a house by the owner-occupier. Other useful adjuncts to such a fabrication (such as adhesive, wire, gloves, adhesive tape, nuts and bolts) or for such a transaction (booklets, leaflets, stickers, labels, check-lists) can also be incorporated in the kit. In a variant, not shown, the post sections are grooved at the ends, and the topmost is grooved along one face, so that (a) the end grooves jointly and the face groove individually trap inwardly turned margins around the case of (b) the face groove traps an outwardly turned margin along one edge of the supported sign.

Abstract: An integrally formed, generally planar plastic member is capable of being erected into a tool rack. The member is desirably packaged along with the set of tools for which it is intended.

Abstract: A packing structure for a disassemblable hanging fan assembly is presented. This structure is comprised of an upper storage tray, a lower storage tray adapted to receive the upper storage tray thereon in a stacked fashion, and a carton for receiving and enclosing the stacked upper and lower trays. The upper storage tray is substantially rectangular in shape, its diagonal length being determined by the length of the longitudinal axis of the fan blade. Both the upper and the lower storage trays are provided with a plurality of slots formed therein to receive the various disassembled parts of the hanging fan.

Abstract: The invention comprises a storage cube kit made of corrugated fiberboard and which may be shipped and sold in a flat or knockdown position to reduce shipping and handling costs.The storage cube kit, while easy to assemble, results in a highly durable and attractive open shelf storage unit for home or office use.The unique factory pre-cut design allows a display shelf and a backing plate to be securely held in place and to stabilize the entire unit so that multiple storage cubes may be stacked upon each other in a high load-bearing fashion.

Abstract: A prefabricated kit for the assembly of a composite slat which can be used in a venetian blind has two or more elongated first slat sections which can be separably coupled to each other by one or more connecting slat sections. The end portions of the connecting slat sections can be slidably telescoped into the adjacent end portions of neighboring first slat sections or vice versa. At least one outer slat section, which is one of the first slat sections, can be assembled of two shorter sections one of which carries a longitudinally outwardly extending guide pin for reception in a guide rail in the door or window opening wherein the venetian blind utilizing the slat is installed with its slats in vertical or horizontal positions. The connecting slat sections have apertures for the gathering tape or cord which is used to move the neighboring slats of a blind nearer to each other or to permit their movement away from one another.

Abstract: A gift package is disclosed having a box portion cut from a blank of paperboard, or other suitable material, to be formed with a bottom wall and side walls connected thereto along respective fold lines to extend upwardly and, preferably, diverge outwardly to a small degree toward the top. The side walls are not joined to one another, but may be maintained in the upright position by a close-fitting cover comprising a top wall with depending, joined sides to enclose the upper portions of the box side walls. When the cover is removed, the box side walls fall open to a flat position, thereby exposing the box contents and activating a sound-producing micro-chip containing an electronically encoded melody which thus automatically "plays" when the cover is removed. An attractive inner lining covering the bottom and side walls is also preferably provided.

Abstract: A packaged replacement window includes a rectangular carton and two wood window sash, one overlying the other, within the carton. In addition, the packaged window includes two jamb weatherstrip and balance assemblies which are folded intermediate their ends and lie along the side walls of the carton outwardly from the side edges of the sash. The jamb weatherstrip and balance assemblies when removed from the carton will open to a straight condition, and in that condition the jamb weatherstrip and balance assemblies may be installed along the sides of a window opening where the sash may be engaged with them. A lid fits over the carton to completely enclose the sash and the jamb weatherstrip and balance assemblies that are within the carton. All the components necessary to install the replacement window are contained within the package which is easily stored, transported, and otherwise handled.

Abstract: A novel two part loading fixture in which one part is a shipping tray in which electrical leads are shipped by the lead manufacturer to the manufacturer of the electronic devices in which the leads are to be incorporated, and another part is a rigid frame for use by the device manufacturer for locating said tray relative to the holes of a transfer plate.

Abstract: The invention relates to a combination collapsible funnel and canister therefor, comprising a sectional collapsible funnel, a canister adapted to receive the funnel, and means in the canister adapted to receive an adapter section of the funnel for storage.

Abstract: A readily erectable wardrobe type cabinet formed of several blanks of readily foldable sheet material which are die cut and scored with constructional and non-constructional foldlines. A pair of such blanks define a half back panel portion and side panel, which are connected to define a body portion. Another blank defines a front panel having a hinged front closure portion, and another blank defines a bottom panel. Still another blank defines a top panel having a hinged portion to provide a top access to the assembled wardrobe. The respective blanks are each provided with scored foldlines about which the respective blanks are folded to form the constructed or erected component part.

Abstract: This is a multi-purpose, low-profile desk accessory in which a horizontally oriented flat base sheet is formed with upstanding walls which define a plurality of shallow storage wells, including one for the storage for a roll of tape which is horizontally oriented, and another for the storage of a flat stack of unbound note paper. Suitable means are provided for twisting the tape 90.degree. as it comes off the tape roll. Above these shallow storage wells are upper decks which provide additional storage space, some of which is specifically dedicated to such office implements as a ring-bound calendar, and possibly an ash tray or card file. Alongside the shallow lower level and upper level storage facilities is an elevated structure which includes deep wells for the storage of paper clips and similar desk implements, and another deep well for storing elongated writing instruments such as pens and pencils in a horizontal attitude.

Abstract: A card frame kit includes end lates (10a, 10b) and cross rails (16) that can be assembled together to form the card frame. The kit is packaged in a box (30) with the end plates (10a, 10b) laid flat. When the kit is to be assembled, the box (30) is used as a temporary, disposable jig. To this end, inserts (40) that receive the cross-rails (16) comprise slots (44) in which the side plates (10a, 10b) can be stood up in the relative orientation they are to adopt in the assembled card frame. The assembler thus has his hands free to assemble at least some of the cross rails (16) to the side plates (10a, 10b) to form a self-supporting structure that can then be removed from the jig, if necessary or desired, to complete the assembly.

Abstract: An assembly or kit to enable the individual automobile owner to drain and change engine oil conveniently and economically at regular intervals without the necessity of visiting a service station and encountering higher cost. A compact package suitable for displaying in supermarkets, department stores and the like contains all the elements necessary to drain engine oil in a clean and convenient manner and to add new oil to the engine. The packaged components include an easily erectable drain receptacle and liner, a strainer and a funnel, with integral foldable supports for the strainer on the receptacle.

Abstract: This invention relates to an illuminated ornamental structure that is easily assembled and disassembled and, more particularly, to an assemblage of light transmitting components that may be packaged as a kit and subsequently erected to provide a simulated illuminated Christmas tree.

Abstract: A break down dumping cart is disclosed including a hopper and a support structure which operably supports the hopper and which can be disassembled and stored within the hopper for compact storage and shipping. The support structure includes a pair of side frame members and a number of associated bracing members which cooperate to bracket the hopper on three of its sides, pivotal support members attaching one of the side frame members to the hopper, pivotal over center lever members attaching the other side frame member to the hopper, an axle and wheel assembly attached to a lower section of the side frame members, and a pair of handle members attached to an rearwardly extending from respective ones of the side frame members.

Abstract: A kit for assembling a toolbox adapted for installation in the back of a pickup truck, the kit containing: a preassembled upper section, an unassembled lower section, and fasteners for fastening the upper section to the lower section, when assembled. The interrelatable parts of the unassembled lower section include: a bottom panel, a pair of end panels, a pair of side panels, and four locking members. The end and side panels carry tabs for interconnecting with corresponding slots on the bottom panel. Adjacent side edges of the end and side panels have abutting locking channels which are slidingly interlocked by the locking members.

Abstract: A system and apparatus is described for loading and carrying automobiles as cargo in a standardized, enclosed, dry-freight intermodal shipping container. The apparatus is provided in the form of a kit of assemblable components for manual installation in such container and for complete removal therefrom without use of tools, by which a track deck is erected using crossbeams supported between opposed mounting tracks provided by conventional slotted sideposts along the interior sidewalls of the container, and track sections mounted, and retained by removable pins on such crossbeams. Automobiles are driven on to such track deck via a ramp extending from the loading dock to the track deck, which ramp may also be included in the kit. The cars are tied down against vertical or longitudinal movement on the tracks by nylon take-up straps extending from the cars to the sidepost mounting tracks.

Abstract: A portable shoeshine kit for use by an enterprising shoeshine operator in public places; the kit including a case rollable on wheels, a collapsible seat and umbrella for a customer and a foldable stool and seat for the operator carried by the case, and the case also carrying foot rests, brushes and polishes, the case being used as a platform upon which the footrests and customer's seat and umbrella are erected.

Abstract: A sale packing of the blister type comprises a backing plate having undercut side edge recesses for receiving and holding opposed edge flange portions of a domed front cover. The backing plate along at least one edge is additionally provided with protruding edge flange operable to be received in one of the underout edge recesses of a similar backing plate of another corresponding packing by insertion of the edge flange for edgewise joining the two backing plates as separate elements perpendicular to each other. The four similar backing plates are joinable into a square tube element. The backing plates further have at least at one side thereof a number of ribs or grooves extends parallel with the backing plate side edges in such a manner that these ribs or grooves of opposed inner walls of square tube element are operable to support the opposed edge flange portions of one or more of the front covers to enable these as separate elements to be mounted in a drawer-like manner in the square tube element.

Abstract: A building kit for vertically or horizontally slidable windows which includes a multiple-chambered blind frame profile member fashioned of a synthetic resinous material which is identical for all four sides of the windows and sash profiles of hollow synthetic resinous material which are identical for all four sides of the window as well as an optional horizontal running track. The blind frame profile is fashioned so as to be planar on a side facing the sash except for approximately a centrally arranged projecting guide tongue strip extending in the longitudinal direction of the blind frame profile. An open undercut guide groove is provided in the blind frame profile member followed on each side of the chamber. To seal the sash along the corresponding inside of the window the blind frame is connected with a U-shaped end profile of a synthetic resinous material which is at most half of the width of the blind frame.

Abstract: A tapered packing insert having an integral self-locking corner construction.

Abstract: An intermodal cargo container capable of being quickly and easily converted between a solid storage mode and a fluent storage mode is disclosed. Shell sections adapted to be either removed from, or pivoted within, an outer container are provided to support an impermeable liner in the fluent storage mode. Elements of both the inner and outer container may be of conventional construction for surface transport or of lightweight construction suitable for air as well as surface transport.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a tropical fish training kit which includes an elongated notched rod and a plurality of rings adapted to be adjustably positioned therealong through which a fish is trained to swim, a plurality of tubes adapted to be interconnected to form a maze through which fish swim, a housing including means defining two paths of travel having opposite entrance and exit openings and a movable gate bearing fish or like food holding means which attract fish and upon movement of the gate from its closed to an open position, the fish move from the entrance opening to the exit opening to simulate a horse race, and a sheet having means setting off a plurality of individual areas, such as a tic-tac-toe game, with fish or like food holding means within each area.

Abstract: A by-pass door assembly is disclosed including a pair of stiles and a pair of trim pieces adapted to frame a rectangular panel and a plurality of corner brackets held by the stiles and the trim pieces. Each of the stiles includes an elongated one-piece slot free member having spaced front and rear walls joined by a side wall to define a panel receiving channel. The rear wall and the side wall define a triangular box shaped portion. Each of the trim pieces includes a rear wall having a longitudinally extending, outwardly directed groove portion. Each of the corner brackets includes a central, channel-shaped housing and outwardly extending portions having spaced tabs adapted to be received and captured by the stile members. Tabs extend outwardly from the transverse edge of the bracket and include a transverse bead which is captured by the groove of the trim member.

Abstract: A baling device for use in baling layered material such as folded newspapers and the like, characterized by a planar base having defined therein an upwardly opening cruciform slot for accommodating the passage of a twine-bearing needle beneath a stack of materials supported thereby; angularly configured support members removably disposed at each of the four corners of the base for laterally supporting each of the vertical sides of the stack; and a housing telescopically received by the supports including a hinge cover for accommodating access to the interior of the device.

Abstract: A kit for building a retaining device with guide rails for the support of a contact carrier, engageable by a coacting plug-in unit, includes a pair of corner connectors molded integrally with the guide rails as part of an assembly whose elements are initially interconnected by a runner structure. The connectors, designed to engage the plug-in unit, are joined to the extremities of the associated guide rails by rupturable links facilitating their detachment. One connector is divided into a male and female part which are interconnected by a flexible link adapted to be looped about a handle of wire leads, emanating from the plug-in unit, when these two parts are snap-fitted together to engage that unit. Coupling formations on the runner structure enable the attachment of several identical assemblies to one another.

Abstract: A kit for fabricating a flower planter of beach stones cemented together. The kit is in the form of a box that serves as a mold for the base of the planter. The box contains four shaped flat pieces that together with the box and cover form the mold for the pot section of the planter, together with a container of cement and an instruction manual.

Abstract: A kit of portable cleaning tools storable in a bag. The kit includes a collapsable pail, a broom and wiper blade each separately attachable to the opposite ends of a pole, and a pole formed with male threads on one end section and one end section as a tapered cone on the opposed end section. The pole is formed of four segments joined by hinges and detachable latches. The axis of the hinge of the pole joining the two pole mid-sections is perpendicular to the axis of the two hinges each joining an outer pole section to a mid-section so that the pole folds to a compact structure.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONMy invention is a kit of portable cleaning tools storable in a bag. The kit includes a collapsable pail, a broom and wiper blade each separately attachable to the opposite ends of a pole, and a pole formed with male threads on one end section and one end section as a tapered cone on the opposed end section. The pole is formed of four segments joined by hinges and detachable latches.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to a prefabricated kit for the manufacture of furniture and includes a series of support panels having indexing marks to locate foam cushioning, adhesive means to fasten said cushioning, and indexing marks to locate upholstery fabric to be fastened to said panels, all of said panels bearing identifying symbols to assist in mutual assembly into the configuration of a furniture piece.

Abstract: The invention provides a clock kit comprising a clock housing, decorative means adapted to project from the housing, a clock motor support means, a motor housing, hour indicators, hour and minute hands and a felt covering, and optionally a soft pad having the shape of the clock. The clock housing blank comprising a base, a plurality of circumferential tabs extending from the base, the tabs when taken together substantially extending about the circumference of the base, said tabs being folded out of the plane of said base to be perpendicular to said base with the extension of one tab being positioned against the adjacent tab and adhesively held in such position. The tabs are of such design and structure as to permit decorative means to be attached thereto and to project outward thereof.

Abstract: A survival kit is disclosed which is based on a hollow tubular member which serves both as the main body of a collapsible cross-bow and as a container for the component parts of the cross-bow and other survival equipment. The preferred embodiment of the elements of the collapsible cross-bow are described and a preferred trigger mechanism for the cross-bow is disclosed.

Abstract: A knock-down case kit for different size contents including size panels having dovetail grooves slidably receiving complemental slides on the bottom edges of mirror-image top, bottom, front and back panels. The two bottom panels are hingedly connected to each other and a handle and complementary latch element are detachably coupled to the top panels. In order to vary the depth of the assembled case, alternate size top, bottom, front and back panels are provided in the kit which may be substituted for like panels. Each panel is made from transparent plastic so the contents may be displayed without opening the assembled case.