Abstract: A refrigerator has a variable shelf which may include a first partition shelf mounted to be pivotable about a rear end thereof, and a second partition shelf mounted to move relative to the first partition shelf and therefore protrude to a front of the first partition shelf. When the fist and second partition shelves are rotated about the rear end of the first partition shelf in a state where the second partition shelf is disposed at a lower part of the first partition shelf, it may be guaranteed a storage space even for item(s) higher than an interval between the shelves and wider than a front-to-rear width of the second partition shelf.

Abstract: A foldable and portable storage shelf includes two spaced apart side frames, a plurality of foldable shelf panels spacedly supported between the two side frames, and a foldable frame pivotally coupled between the two side frames to fold between an unfolded position and a folded position. At the unfolded position, the side frames are pivotally moved apart from each other to retain each of the foldable shelf panels in a horizontal manner, and at the folded position, the side frames are pivotally moved towards each other such that each of the foldable shelf panels is folded in an overlapped manner.

Abstract: An adjustable shelving storage system for use in industrial, commercial and home settings were available space is limited, the storage system having supports arms with a unique bracket for releasable attachment to side rail uprights whereby the support arms may be reversed for flat storage when not used. The system is provided in wall-mounted, floor mounted and mobile versions.

Abstract: An outdoor storage rack includes a set of supports mounted to a base through a respective hinge assembly such that said rack is movable between an extended and a stored position.

Abstract: An adjustable display device (10), including a first component (12) fixedly attachable to a structure (18) and a second component (14) connected to the first component (12). The second component (14) is adapted to display at least one item. The second component (14) is pivotable with respect to the first component (12) to a plurality of positions, whereby the second component (14) can be selectively positioned at different angular orientations with respect to the structure (18) that the first component (12) is attached to. Latch means (22) are provided to selectively releasably latch the second component (14) in each of the plurality of positions.

Abstract: A pivoting storage apparatus that is adapted to storage structures such as cabinets, refrigerators, and the like, whose horizontal interior storage surfaces are generally rectangular. The shelving system is presented in the form of a shelf accessory, in addition to use as an independent storage platform. A portion of the rotary shelving is capable of being manually drawn out of the confines of the storage structure's interior by the user, thereby enabling easy access to shelf contents.

Abstract: A display system can accommodate a number of products. The system includes one or more modules. Each module may be mounted on a support wall and includes back and shelf portions. Advantageously, a number of modules are arranged in a number of rows, one row above another. A number of dividers are removably secured to at least one of the walls and may be moved in stepwise or continuous fashion to separate groups of the products within each row. Various of the modules may include hook bars secured to the back wall portions for hanging certain of the products and/or space thieves removably secured to the shelf portions for forwardly offsetting stacked or hung products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a shelf assembly for products, comprising a shelving section (103) which has a plurality of gravity-feeding shelves (111) and a base plate (105), the underside of which is provided with roller means (117), which are adapted to roll on a base; and a position-fixing means (107) which extends along the base and which is arranged to engage the base. The shelving section (103) is pivotally connected (123) to the position-fixing means (107) and is pivotable between at least one display position, in which the shelves are accessible from the front of the shelving section, and a refill position, in which the shelves are accessible from the rear of the shelving section.

Abstract: A mail cart for use in manual sorting of mail pieces according to the inventions includes a generally rectangular frame and wheels mounted on the frame for rolling support of the cart on a floor. A bottom, substantially horizontal shelf is secured to the frame along with a first inclined shelf secured to the frame above the bottom shelf and spaced from the bottom shelf in a vertical direction, which first inclined shelf extends forwardly and upwardly at an acute angle relative to a horizontal plane. A second inclined shelf is secured to the frame above the first inclined shelf and spaced from the first inclined shelf in a vertical direction. The second inclined shelf extends forwardly and upwardly at an acute angle relative to a horizontal plane, which angle is preferably the same as the angle of first shelf.

Abstract: A vertically accumulating storage and retrieval apparatus has a first and second plurality of substantially vertically spaced shelf assemblies supported by support structure. Each of the shelf assemblies includes a shelf tray for receiving, storing, and discharging containers. Spring biasing structure is provided for urging the shelf to the receiving position. Dampening structure dampens the movement of the shelf between the upwardly tilted receiving position and the downwardly tilted discharge position. A transfer control and transfer control linkage are provided for retaining the shelf when a shelf of a next lower shelf assembly is not prepared to receive a container, and allowing the shelf to move to the discharge position under the weight of a container disposed on the shelf when the shelf of the next lower shelf assembly is prepared to receive a container. A method for storing and retrieving containers is also disclosed.

Abstract: A shelf for a display apparatus allows at least one necessary article to be placed on the top of the display apparatus, such as a liquid crystal display (LCD) or a plasma display panel (PDP). The shelf can receive the necessary article on the top of a display apparatus, which is thin, by installing the first plate member at the top of the display apparatus, and can be stably installed on display apparatuses having various shapes and sizes.

Abstract: A point of purchase display structure (300) is described incorporating one or more shelves (132) for supporting items, wherein the display structure in a partially assembled configuration is a generally flat structure, and may be converted to a finished structure by movement of an inner slide (150) within an outer sleeve (100).

Abstract: A cutlery basket for use in a dishwasher. The cutlery basket receives the cutlery substantially horizontally in the dishwasher, including a base area for supporting the cutlery items. The base area having at least one pivoting articulation of a partial section of the base area that is arranged and configured with the base area in such a way that the partial section can be pivoted or lowered relative to the remaining non-pivoting section of the base area.

Abstract: A modular display rack that permits sheet paper products to be stored and displayed at a variety of heights, angles and spacings. The display rack includes a frame having sidewalls from which first and second parallel, spaced apart rows of pegs protrude inwardly. A plurality of detachable trays have rearward portions that detachably mount to the pegs of the rearward row in pivotable engagement therewith, and middle portions that rest atop the pegs of the forward row. The rows of pegs may be formed as elongate strips having base portions that are mounted to the sidewalls of the frame.

Abstract: A shelving system has a plurality of shelves, with each shelf having a plurality of intersecting wire rods. The shelving system also has a plurality of posts connected to the shelves and separating the shelves. A storage bin is adapted for use with the shelving system. The storage bin has a bottom wall, at least one side wall, an interior space enclosed by the at least one side wall and the bottom wall, and a plurality of rails provided on the bottom surface of the bottom wall. Each rail has a groove, with the groove of each of the rails aligned to form a row of grooves. The storage bin is seated on one of the shelves, with one of the wire rods in the one of the shelves positioned in the row of grooves to maintain the storage bin at a desired position on the shelf.

Abstract: A tray apparatus for a refrigerator is provided which optimizes the use of storage space in the refrigerator. A position of the tray within a storage space of the refrigerator is varied through the use of elastic means which moves the tray toward an upper surface of the storage space as an article is stored thereon. The tray is supported by supporting links which are then connected through interlocking links so that they are integrally pivoted. The link mechanisms are supported on the upper surface of the storage space. Thus, a storage article with a relatively large bottom area can be easily stored in the vicinity of the upper surface of the storage space, which is usually out of use, thereby maximizing the use of the storage space in the refrigerator.

Abstract: A display system can accommodate a number of products. The system includes one or more modules. Each module may be mounted on a support wall and includes back and shelf portions. Advantageously, a number of modules are arranged in a number of rows, one row above another. A number of dividers are removably secured to at least one of the walls and may be moved in stepwise or continuous fashion to separate groups of the products within each row. Various of the modules may include hook bars secured to the back wall portions for hanging certain of the products and/or space thieves removably secured to the shelf portions for forwardly offsetting stacked or hung products.

Abstract: A shoe rack has two supports respectively and detachably mounted on top of the two elongated bases, a top tube detachably connected to free ends of the two supports via connectors and multiple shoe resting brackets sandwiched between the two supports. Each shoe resting bracket is adjustably connected to the two supports via a fixture which a first cutout, a second cutout, a first indentation defined in a side face defining the first cutout and a second indentation defined in a side face defining the second cutout. When the rods are received in the first cutout and the second cutout, the shoe resting bracket is tilted relative to a horizontal surface and when the two rods are received in the first indentation and the second indentation, the shoe resting bracket is parallel to the horizontal surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a stacking column for storing goods on top of each other or next to each other on pawls (1) which rotate about a rotational axis (2) from an idle position into a working position. The respective successive pawls (1) are mutually coupled by means of at least one link plate (9). In order to reduce the gap or pitch (T) between adjacent pawls (1), the at least one link plate (9) is angular, elbowed or arc-shaped.

Abstract: A sales rack for accommodating goods such as foods presented in open containers, such as fruits, vegetables, etc. The sales rack has a base and a goods support surface that is adjustable relative to the base. The goods support surface is equipped with at least one holder element which can be optionally affixed, and over which the goods, i.e. the containers can pass when they are put into place, to fix the goods in place in the slanted position of the goods support surface.

Abstract: A vacuum formed display includes a body portion, and one or more shelves having at least one partition formed as a unitary display. The shelves may also include other details such as a raised front lip. The shelves are vacuum formed in a flat position, and lie generally in the same plane as a back wall of the display. In this manner, the display can be readily removed from the mold. The perimeter of the shelves, with the exception of a living hinge portion which connects the shelf to the display, are preferably die cut. The shelves are then pivoted to a horizontal position where they are supported between opposing side walls of the display. In one embodiment, integrally molded support ledges provide a support for the shelves. Cooperating detents may also be provided on the inner surface of the side walls in order to hold the shelves more securely.

Abstract: A horizontal stacking column used to store articles which are placed next to each other at a reciprocal distance on two-armed rachet levers which are rotationally mounted on two axes of rotation between two wall strips, comprising a carrier arm for holding the article to be stored in addition to a control arm. The axes of rotation form an acute angle (w) with the wall strips.

Abstract: An adjustable wine rack supports one or more wine bottles in a substantially horizontal or inclined position. The adjustable wine rack generally includes a frame that may be rollably disposed within a refrigerator. The frame supports a bottle support that is adjustable from a substantially horizontal position to an inclined position. A prop is also connected to the frame and engages the bottle support so as to maintain the bottle support in the inclined position.

Abstract: An open frame display shelf assembly formed of elongate parallel base rods to which are connected an array of rod beams arranged transversely to the base rods and bent upwardly to support forward and rearward wall-forming rods. The wall-forming rods are arranged to provide receptor gaps. The shelves are supported from cantilevered sidewalls also containing receptor gaps. A bracket assembly with two adjusting components and three triangularly oriented connectors permit attitude adjustments of the shelf. A sign mount at the forward walls of the shelving is tiltable to accommodate the attitude of the shelf assembly. Sign support assemblies, carrying product identifying visual patterns may be pivotally mounted from the forward edge of forward region of one shelf to freely abuttably rest upon the forward wall of the next lower adjacent shelf. To access the product, the customer pivotally lifts the sign support.

Abstract: A display device having dual purpose shelving includes spaced apart end brackets and a pivotal shelf. The shelf pivots from an upstanding position to a horizontal position. Below the shelf are a pair of spaced apart rods one of which is fixed and the other of which is moveable. The moveable rod can move to a stored position below the shelf or it can be moved to an unstored position for receiving a plurality of vases between the two spaced apart rods.

Abstract: A receiving plate supporting device includes a base, two supporting portions, a movable plate and two sliding portions. The base has a pair of blocks which are spaced and installed at a wall. Each supporting portion is installed at each block having an upper slide path, a lower slide path and an outside slide path. The movable plate is a rectangular plate with a width corresponding to a distance between the two blocks. Each sliding portion is respectively corresponding to each supporting portion and is installed at the lateral side of the movable plate. Each sliding portion respectively passes through each supporting portion. The movable plate can be placed horizontally or vertically as desired. Therefore, it is space-efficient and convenient. Furthermore, the receiving plate supporting device can be assembled easily, and the structure of each component is easy and is cost-effective.

Abstract: An adjustable display rack or stand for displaying products on at least two panels of the display rack. The panels being adjustable about respective generally horizontal pivot axes to adjust an angle or degree of tilt of the panels relative to a base of the display rack. The panels are substantially simultaneously or correspondingly pivoted via an adjustable mechanism and at least one cable connected to the adjustable mechanism and at least one of the panels. The adjustable mechanism may be connected to one of the panels via the cable and may be coupled to one other of the panels, whereby the panels are pivotable via movement of the adjustable mechanism. The adjustable mechanism may comprise a threaded collar that is threadedly coupled to an elongated threaded shaft such that rotation of the shaft causes movement of the collar along the shaft to pivot the panels about their pivot axes.

Abstract: An adjustable wine rack that supports one or more wine bottles in a substantially horizontal or inclined position is provided. The adjustable wine rack generally includes a frame that may be rollably disposed within a refrigerator. The frame supports a bottle support that is adjustable from a substantially horizontal position to an inclined position. A prop is also connected to the frame and engages the bottle supports so as to maintain the bottle support in the inclined position.

Abstract: The invention relates to a horizontal stacking column used to store articles which are placed next to each other at a reciprocal distance on two-armed ratchet levers (6a, 6b, 6c) which are rotationally mounted on two axes of rotation (5) between two wall strips (2,3), comprising a carrier arm (18) for holding the article to be stored in addition to a control arm (19). The axes of rotation (5) form an acute angle (w) with the wall strips (2,3).

Abstract: A shipping/storage rack comprising an upward biasing arrangement has been achieved. The upward biasing arrangement includes a spring actuated device that biases upward movement of a pivotable shelf.

Abstract: A foldable umbrella stand having two spaced apart upright posts with at least one grid frame and at least one water collecting tray pivotally connected to upper and lower ends of the upright posts. Connecting rods are provided on the lateral sides of the grid frames and the water collecting trays to movably connect them together. The umbrella stand thereby can be stretched and positioned for placing therein umbrellas, and can be folded into a flat form with a small volume for storage and transportation.

Abstract: A merchandise display case has several trays, each installed to pivot freely about first hinge pins at two opposite sides on uprights to form a deformable parallelepiped with these uprights. Second pivot hinge pins mount the uprights on a frame. The second hinge pins of at least one pair of articulated uprights at opposite ends close to the same longitudinal side of the trays are fixed to a structure that can slide vertically with respect to the frame.

Abstract: A shipping/storage rack comprising an upward biasing arrangement has been achieved. The upward biasing arrangement includes a spring actuated device that biases upward movement of a pivotable shelf.

Abstract: A stacking column for recieving and holding a plurality of substantially flat workpieces, having a plurality of pawls mounted for movement on pawl bearings inside a frame and each having a workpiece stop, individually triggerable latching pins for individually fixing pawls in their workpiece-holding positions, and an erecting mechanism for erecting a next pawl needed for receiving a workpiece.

Abstract: An open frame display shelf assembly formed of elongate parallel base rods to which are connected an array of rod beams arranged transversely to the base rods and bent upwardly to support forward and rearward wall-forming rods. The wall-forming rods are arranged to provide receptor gaps. The shelves are supported from cantilevered sidewalls also containing receptor gaps. A bracket assembly with two adjusting components and three triangularly oriented connectors permit attitude adjustments of the shelf. A sign mount at the forward walls of the shelving is tiltable to accommodate the attitude of the shelf assembly. Sign support assemblies, carrying product identifying visual patterns may be pivotally mounted from the forward edge of forward region of one shelf to freely abuttably rest upon the forward wall of the next lower adjacent shelf. To access the product, the customer pivotally lifts the sign support.

Abstract: This invention relates to a merchandise display case comprising several trays (1), each tray (1) being installed free to pivot about first hinge pins (10.1 to 10.4) at two opposite sides on uprights (2.1 to 2.4) to form a deformable parallelepiped with these uprights (2.1 to 2.4), the uprights (2.1 to 2.4) being installed on a frame (4) through second pivot hinge pins (20.1 to 20.4), characterized in that the second hinge pins (20.1 to 20.4) of at least one pair of articulated uprights (2.1, 2.2 and/or 2.3, 2.4) at opposite ends close to the same longitudinal side (11.2) of the trays are fixed to means (5) sliding vertically with respect to the frame (4).

Abstract: A shelf bracket for supporting and adjustably attaching shelving to vertically support structure comprises an elongate member having opposite end portions, and an open U-shaped shelf supporting channel along a lower edge thereof. One of the end portions of the elongate member includes structure arranged to adjustably attach the bracket to vertical support structure. An inverted U-shaped shelf retaining channel extends along an upper edge of the elongate member. The open U-shaped shelf supporting channel functions to receive and support shelving when inserted therein, and the inverted U-shaped shelf retaining channel functions to snap fit over and thereby retain such shelving.

Abstract: A culinary instrument storage and access device that installs under a cabinet or a shelf. The rack is secured in stowed position by a snap-in latch, which is pulled to release. It is suspended from four swing down hinges installed under the cabinet, which allow the device to be in a down position for access, or an upper stowed position. The device is suspended high enough above the countertop so as not to present an obstacle within the work area even when in the down position. When moved to the stowed position, it can be latched by pushing it back and up into the locked position under the cabinet. The preferred embodiment of the cutlery rack configuration includes a base platform upon which a smaller rectangular knife rack is centrally disposed made of rock maple wood, into which a plurality of slots for holding dinner knives has been introduced. Symmetrically disposed on either side of the cutlery rack are arrays of u-shaped holders for forks and spoons, respectively.

Abstract: An open frame display shelf assembly formed of elongate parallel base rods to which are connected an array of rod beams arranged transversely to the base rods and bent upwardly to support forward and rearward wall-forming rods. The wall-forming rods are arranged to provide receptor gaps. The shelves are supported from cantilevered sidewalls also containing receptor gaps. A bracket assembly with two adjusting components and three triangularly oriented connectors permit attitude adjustments of the shelf. A sign mount at the forward walls of the shelving is tiltable to accommodate the attitude of the shelf assembly.

Abstract: A container for a stack of newspapers includes bottom, side, and back walls and a substantially open front to facilitate stacking newspapers in the container, and inspecting the stack for non-paper contaminants. A pair of rotatable wheels on the bottom of the container, and a base on the bottom of the container are adapted to rest on a horizontal supporting surface such as a floor. A pair of inwardly extending lips on the front of the container restrain the stack of papers when the container is tilted and rolled from one location to another. The container bottom slopes downwardly away from the open front of the container, and the back of the container slopes upwardly away from the open front to promote forming a stack which is slightly inclined to vertical when the container rests on the horizontal surface. External means on the container facilitate picking up the container and dumping the stack of papers in a collection truck.

Abstract: The invention relates to an adjustable shelf system having a shelf with a series of tracks. Connected to the shelf is at least one adjustable support bracket. The support bracket is adjustable because it has a series of vertical tracks connected to a series of horizontal tracks. A shelf bar is slidable within these tracks and allows the shelf to be adjusted based upon its angle and spacing from a slotted wall. Display material can be placed on the shelf in a stack and supported by a weighted pusher. The weighted pusher supports these books by sliding within the tracks of the shelf to a front plate. The front plate is designed to support this display material and also stop the pusher from sliding off an end of the track.

Abstract: A stacking column for storing articles comprises a plurality of ratchet elements each having a carrying arm and a control arm. The plurality of ratchet elements are arranged successively in one plane such that the carrying arms of each ratchet element are arranged in one vertically extending plane and the control arm of each ratchet element is arranged in a laterally offset manner relative to the carrying arm of the same ratchet element between any two successive ratchet elements. The control arms of the ratchet elements are also arranged in a laterally alternating manner relative to the one vertically extending plane.

Abstract: A support rack for releasably and securely holding and separately supporting a plurality of objects. The rack has a plurality of arms each of which is constructed to support a separate object such as an automobile frame. The arms of the rack are linked together such that when an object is placed on a first arm, a second arm is moved into position to receive the next object to be loaded onto the rack. When the next object is loaded onto the second arm, a third arm is moved into position to receive the next object to be loaded onto the rack, and so on. In addition to moving the succeeding arm into position to receive an object, when an object is loaded onto an arm a lock adjacent to the preceding arm is preferably also moved into a locking position securing the object on the preceding arm.

Abstract: An adjustable shelf includes a pair of lateral support assemblies, each having a pair of terminal ends. The lateral support assemblies each include a plurality of members movable relative to each other so that a distance between the terminal ends of each lateral support assembly is variable. The adjustable shelf also includes a pair of mounting bars disposed substantially transverse to the lateral support assemblies. A plurality of pivoting mechanisms are also provided, each including a frame secured to one of the mounting bars and a securing member for pivotally securing a respective terminal end of one of the lateral support assemblies to the frame.

Abstract: A display rack is comprised of a multiple stacked frames which are engaged with each other by a socket and pin connection wherein the skirts are provided to insure that the pin will properly engage with the socket. In a preferred embodiment, the skirt is provided around sockets associated with the upper frame member inasmuch as the skirts also serve as support pads for the frame.

Abstract: A display stand includes first and second vertical support members with inclined forwardly projecting side support members. The support members are interconnected by means of forwardly extending cross bars or brackets which define inclined or horizontal shelves. Connecting members between the cross bars provide the shelving for the display stand. The stand may be fabricated from linear members maintained as a display stand kit.

Abstract: An oven cavity, having an associated width defined by a lateral distance spanning side walls thereof, is provided with an oven rack that has a maximum lateral dimension which is substantially less than the width of the oven cavity and is directly supported by the oven cavity. In accordance with the preferred embodiment of the invention, the oven rack includes a platform portion, as well as first and second support portions. The first support portion is attached to a rear wall of the cavity and the second support portion is adapted to engage a runner provided on one of the side walls of the cavity, at least when the platform portion is weighted down by an item to be cooked. In the preferred embodiment, the first support portion projects rearwardly and upwardly from the platform portion and has an uppermost section provided with a pair of spaced retaining clips that are received within lanced tabs formed in the rear wall of the oven cavity.

Abstract: An assembly supporting a display shelf at a non-transverse angle to a support includes at least one elongate support, at least one transversely-extending display shelf and angling brackets. Each elongate support defines a plane, an upright front surface and a plurality of longitudinally spaced first engaging elements facing forwardly in the support front surface. Each transversely-extending display shelf defines a generally upright back surface and at least one plurality of longitudinally spaced second engaging elements facing rearwardly from the shelf back surface. The plurality of second engaging elements are configured and dimensioned for cooperation and interconnection with the first engaging elements for releasable maintenance of the shelf in a plane transverse to the plane of the support. The angling brackets are interposed between the shelf back surface and the support front surface.

Abstract: In the case of a stacking column for storing articles, in particular vehicle-body parts, on carrying arms (3) of ratchet levers (2) which pivot around a pivot pin (6) from a rest position into an operating position, it is the intention for a plurality of ratchet levers (2.1-2.6) to be arranged one above the other or one beside the other and to be in operative connection. In this case, an intermediate ratchet element (14.1-14.5) is provided between two adjacent ratchet levers (2.1-2.6) and, once the article has been placed in position on or against one ratchet lever (2.2), can itself be placed in position, by virtue of the pivot movement of the other ratchet lever (2.3), on or against the article on the other side of the one ratchet lever (2.2).

Abstract: An improved stand for displaying merchandise is provided in a rack for displaying merchandise comprising; a bottom frame comprising; a front member; a pair of side members; a display frame pivotally attached to the bottom frame wherein the display frame comprises; side legs; two parallel shelf arms pivotally attached to the side legs; at least one cross-member attached to each shelf arm such that the shelf arms remain parallel; at least one swing support attached to the shelf arm and the side legs; at least one adjustable support rotatably mounted to the bottom frame and rigidly attached to the display frame wherein the adjustable support comprises; a tube; an elongated member slidably mounted to the tube; a locking element for reversibly fixing the position of the elongated member relative to the tube.