Abstract: A rack includes a plurality of upright support rods, horizontal support rods fastened between the upright support rods, slide rails fastened between the horizontal support rods, and shelves slidably mounted on the slide rails. The slide rails are adjustable in length and formed of a main body, a movable member, and an elastic element. The main body has a hollow end. The movable member has a hollow interior with an open end and a closed end. The movable member is movably fitted over the hollow end of the main body. The elastic element is located in the hollow interior of the movable member and the hollow end of the main body such that one end of the elastic element is retained by the closed end of the movable member, and such that the other end of the elastic element is retained in the hollow end of the main body.

Abstract: An artificial Christmas tree with shelving. More particularly, the invention relates to an artificial Christmas tree including a number of shelves separated and supported by multiple legs.

Abstract: A shelf unit assembled by joining a vertical member as a stud to a corner of a shelf or a chest, wherein the shelf unit is assembled with a shelf or chest in which the surface of the corner is formed into a corrugated surface of forming corrugation in a right-to-left direction, and a vertical member in which the surface of a portion to be joined with the corner is formed into a corrugated surface that overlaps the corrugated surface of the corner, whereby the shelf unit can be maintained always in a stable state without jolting of the vertical member or slack of the screw to facilitate assembling operation and reduce the cost.

Abstract: A furniture assembly system utilizes upright members having a pair of protruding hook portions that cooperate with a similar pair of hook portions of another upright member and mutually interconnect through slots in a shelf to hold the shelf in place. A plug inserts into an aperture formed by the interconnecting hook portions to hold the upright members in place and secondarily to provide further support to the shelf.

Abstract: A product merchandising display unit capable of being both vertically and horizontally arranged to achieve a wide variety of different modular configurations includes plurality of substantially similar shelf members, a plurality of support members, and a plurality of full sockets and partial sockets associated with the upper and lower portions of each of the shelf members for cooperatively engaging the support members. Any number of shelf members can be vertically stackably arranged one above the other by attaching the support members to the full sockets associated with each respective shelf member. In the case where two shelf members are positioned in side-by-side relationship one adjacent the other, such adjacent shelf members can be joined along their abutting edge portions by attaching the support members to aligned pairs of the partial sockets associated with the respective shelf members.

Abstract: A shelf system (15) comprising a vertical support (16), a horizontal support (18) and a shelf (25), the vertical support, the horizontal support and the shelf being so configured and arranged that the shelf may be selectively positioned at different locations along the horizontal support. The vertical support may comprise a first vertical member (19), a second vertical member (20) and a base (23). The horizontal support may comprise a first horizontal member (21), a second horizontal member (22) oriented parallel to the first horizontal member, the first horizontal member and the second horizontal member defining a gap (24) between them. The shelf may comprise a first top member (26) and a second member (28) extending perpendicular to the first top member. The second member may be so configured and arranged as to fit in the gap.

Abstract: A frame device for supporting objects such as batteries during seismic stress, comprising a pair of end frame members mounted in upstanding spaced apart relation by a plurality of vertically spaced elongated channel support members secured at opposite terminal ends to the vertical columns of the end frame members, shelves for supporting batteries spanning the channel support members and defining a plurality of compartments for the batteries, each end frame member being formed of a single sheet material shaped to define vertical columns and a web extending between the end columns, a pair of anchors, means for securing the end frames to the anchors, and means defining a plurality of openings in the web of each end frame generally aligned with the compartments formed by the shelves to provide horizontal ventilation of batteries mounted in the compartments.

Abstract: A modular office cubicle system includes multiple vertical members each having lower ends designed to rest on a floor. Multiple horizontal members extend between the vertical members such that the vertical and horizontal members cooperate to form a skeletal work cubicle at least partially surrounding a work area. Structural connection fittings removably interconnect the horizontal members with the vertical members. Removable and replaceable polymerized sheathing surrounds at least some of the vertical members and some of the horizontal members. A generally planar work top may be supported by some of the members in a generally horizontal position.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an improved shelf system (15). In the preferred embodiment, the shelf system is comprised of a vertical support (16), a horizontal support (18), a shelf (25), the vertical support, the horizontal support and the shelf being so configured and arranged that the shelf may be selectively positioned at different locations along the horizontal support. The vertical support may comprise a first vertical member (19), a second vertical member (20) and a base (23). The horizontal support may comprise a first horizontal member (21), a second horizontal member (22) oriented parallel to the first horizontal member, the first horizontal member and the second horizontal member defining a gap (24) between them. The shelf may comprise a first top member (26) and a second member (28) extending perpendicular to the first top member. The second member may be so configured and arranged as to fit in the gap.

Abstract: A movable rack for storing and organizing in-line skates. The rack comprises a frame to support at least one platform containing elongated slots. The frame includes four horizontal support members to support the platform extending between four vertical members. The elongated slots contained within the platform have a suitable width to allow only a wheeled portion of the in-line skate therethrough, thus supporting the in-line skate in a substantially upright position.

Abstract: A shelf assembly includes vertical posts and horizontal shelf supports that are configured and arranged to define at least one shelf space extending upward beyond upper distal ends of the posts. Net supports are connected to the posts in a manner that supports the net in a position spanning at least one edge of the shelf space.

Abstract: A modular organizer includes a plurality of walls, two faceplates, and a plurality of shelves. In a storage mode, the walls and shelves of the organizer are stored within the containing walls of the faceplates. The containing walls of the faceplates are each equipped with an exterior edge that presents an uneven outline. When the uneven outlines of each faceplate are positioned adjacent each other, a substantially sealed interface is created containing the walls and shelves within. In an organizer mode, the walls are supported by, and serve to separate the faceplates. The shelves are placed within the structure formed by the walls and are positionable between a display and storage position. Each faceplate of each modular organizer is identically configured to incorporate at least one post and hole pair.

Abstract: A shelf system has supporting rods (2) and shelf boards (3) provided with fastening devices for fastening them to the supporting rods (2) at various heights. The supporting rods are usually arranged in the comer areas of the rectangular shelf boards. Bores are pierced at certain heights in the supporting rods into which fastening elements such as supporting pegs can be plugged to hold the shelf boards at the corresponding height. The object of the invention is a novel shelf system which allows the height of the shelf boards to be continuously adjusted and in which the position of the shelf boards can be adjusted within a certain angular range.

Abstract: A shelving system is disclosed. The shelving system includes a panel having a plurality of support structures, and one or more posts configured to support the panel. One type of support structure includes a pair of opposing beam members having an upper end, a lower end, and an intermediate wall coupling the upper and lower ends Upper and lower ends of opposing beam members define a plurality of orifices, and a terminal end of the upper end includes a downward projection configured to provide strength and rigidity. Another type of support structure includes a set of alternating opposed cavities defined by a pair of side walls, an upper wall, and a lower wall, where a first cavity is defined by the side walls and the upper wall and a second cavity adjacent the first wall is defined by the side walls and the lower wall.

Abstract: A connection assembly for connecting parts of a multi-component product comprising a post having two releasably interlocking sides and an extension member. A slot provided in the exterior sidewall of the post at the juncture of the interlocking sides is configured to mate with the extension member. The extension member may be engaged with the slot when the two sides of the post are in a separated unlocked position. The two sides may then be placed in an interlocking position so as to fixedly connect the extension member therebetween.

Abstract: The combination garment hanger/storage apparatus is constructed by two up-standing locker members connected thereinbetween by two frame members wherein the upper frame member is further equipped with hook means for hanging worn garments. A plurality of shelves and thus a plurality of rack spaces formed by the shelves are provided in the up-standing locker members for accommodating boots or packaged clean garments. The apparatus can be fabricated of a material that does not produce particle contamination, for instance, of stainless steel. The apparatus is further provided with ventilation apertures in the top panel and in the shelves of the locker unit to promote air circulation and to reduce total weight of the apparatus such that it can be moved in the clean room gowning area.

Abstract: An enclosure system, for a wire shelf structure, that includes a plurality of generally rectangular resilient flat panels that snaps into the side openings of the wire shelf structure without tools and generally without the need for fasteners.

Abstract: A whatnot has upright posts, crossbeams and shelves, the upright posts being arranged vertically and each upright post is provided with at least one groove extending alongside the upright post and widening in inward direction thereof, wherein the crossbeams are provided at their ends with projections intended to be received by the groove in order to create a connection between the upright posts and the crossbeams, and wherein the shelves are connected to the crossbeams. The crossbeams are positioned in the grooves of the upright posts by shelf supports that are inserted into the upright posts. A stable and easy to dismantle whatnot is achieved by the fact that the shelves are removably connected to the crossbeams by means of dowels.

Abstract: There is provided a knock-down bookshelf having a pair of trapezoidal base members each having front and rear slots which interlock with corresponding slots in front and rear vertical panels. When assembled, these members form a rigid base which supports a horizontal platform at a slight rearward slope so that books or similar articles placed on the horizontal platform are supported by the rear vertical panel without need for bookends or similar retaining devices. The bookshelf may be easily assembled and disassembled without need for tools.

Abstract: A portable display rack having a tubular steel frame, a plurality of shelves, and at least one pair of baskets removably attached to the left and right sides of the frame. The display rack has a left side display area and a right side display area which extend substantially from the basket on each side to almost the bottom of the frame. Each display area is adapted to retain a plurality of signs and to display one of the signs. Each of the signs may advertise a specific brand of a manufacturer's product. A first sign holder adapted to display a first upper sign is removably attached to the upper end of the frame. The display rack may further include a second sign holder removably attached to the first sign holder which is adapted to display a second upper sign therein. The display rack may further include shelf strips, lockable casters, and a kick-plate.

Abstract: An interlock cabinet system that in its basic configuration includes two panel assemblies kept at a spaced apart and parallel relationship with respect to each other by four spacer members. The panel assemblies include a central portion flanked by two lateral channel portions. One of the lateral channel portions includes a longitudinal bent termination that, in cooperation with the bent termination of the opposite panel assembly, slidably receives a decorative cover. Each of the lateral channel portions have an inverted U-shape opening that defines a tongue member that is receivable through slots in tab terminations of the spacer members. The spacer members provide horizontal support to shelves.

Abstract: A movable rack for storing and organizing in-line skates. The rack comprises a frame to support at least one platform containing elongated slots. The frame includes four horizontal support members to support the platform extending between four vertical members. The elongated slots contained within the platform have a suitable width to allow only a wheeled portion of the in-line skate therethrough, thus supporting the in-line skate in a substantially upright position.

Abstract: Although hitherto known machine frameworks of O-form are sufficiently stable, they can only be installed subsequently in an assembly station if a conveying belt is disengaged, a belt section is removed, a framework is assembled with the removed belt section, and the two are reintroduced together into the assembly station. Although the machine framework of C-form construction can subsequently be pushed onto the transporting system formed of the conveying belts, it is necessary, for stability reasons, for them to be made of considerably thicker material than the O-frameworks. The intention is therefore to specify a process, for constructing an assembly installation, for which a machine framework of O-form is sufficient and which nevertheless contains the subsequent-fitting advantages exhibited by the C-form. For this purpose, transverse struts of the machine framework are removed. They are fastened on the underside of a conveying-belt section.

Abstract: A product merchandising display unit capable of being both vertically and horizontally arranged to achieve a wide variety of different modular configurations includes a plurality of substantially similar shelf members, a plurality of support members, and a plurality of full sockets and partial sockets associated with the upper and lower portions of each of the shelf members for cooperatively engaging the support members. Any number of shelf members can be vertically stackably arranged one above the other by attaching the support members to the full sockets associated with each respective shelf member. In the case where two shelf members are positioned in side-by-side relationship one adjacent the other, such adjacent shelf members can be joined along their abutting edge portions by attaching the support members to aligned pairs of the partial sockets associated with the respective shelf members.

Abstract: A system for construction whereby a virtually unlimited number of structural configurations relating to vastly different applications can be assembled using relatively few different structural members. Structural members are sized and slotted according to a standardized system. Because structural members are sized and slotted according to the standardized system, the vast majority of structural members are interchangeable and inter-connectable with other structural members to allow for scaling and expansion of structural assemblies while maintaining consistent spacing. This wide range of interchangeability and consistently spaced inter-connectibility overcomes conventional restraints which have, historically, limited design flexibility and the resulting utility of conventionally constructed items.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a display rack primarily including a main frame made of light-weight plastic corrugated board and a number of movable partitions supported by a number of supporting pieces fixed on the main frame so that the main frame is divided by the partitions into a number of holding rooms. The present invention is characterized in that the corrugated board of the main frame has a plurality of grooved rails longitudinally disposed in parallel. The supporting pieces are made of hard material and include at least one blocking extension strip at one side thereof which is vertical to the surface of the supporting pieces. The surface of the supporting piece is fitted with a locking groove near the bottom end of the blocking extension strip in order that the protruding blocking extension strip of the supporting piece is able to be inserted into the grooved rails while the locking groove near the bottom end of the blocking extension strip is fixed on the surface of the main frame.

Abstract: A pair of back-to-back shelf systems each have a plurality of horizontal and polygonal shelf panels and respective front and back vertical standards at corners of the panels and each formed with a vertical row of holes. Each of the back standards of one of the systems is closely juxtaposed with a respective one of the back standards of the other system. A stiffener has a vertical and rigid center panel lying between the systems and having a pair of opposite and upright end edges each at two of the back standards. Respective pairs of oppositely directed hook flanges project from each of the end edges with each hook flange projecting toward a respective one of the back standards. A respective downwardly directed hook is provided on one of each of the pairs of hook flanges projecting through one of the holes of the respective standard and a respective upwardly directed hook is provided on each of the other of the pairs of hook flanges projecting through one of the holes of the respective standard.

Abstract: A parts transporting system including a rigid rack frame, a plurality of uprights coupled to the rigid rack frame, a plurality of shelf supports coupled to the uprights, and a plurality of shelf assemblies operably coupled to the uprights and the shelf supports. Each shelf assembly is constructed of a shelf frame and an offset pivot hinge operably coupled to the shelf frame and the shelf support, allowing the shelf frame to swing open at an angle with respect to the rigid rack frame. A lid and strut assembly is operably coupled to each of the shelf frames and includes a lid, a seal covering the entire perimeter of the lid and providing a dirt and moisture resistant seal, and a strut coupled to the lid. Each shelf frame is coupled to a sling assembly which forms compartments used to hold parts. Each shelf frame is positioned directly above each lid except the top lid.

Abstract: A shelving system for allowing viewing of the contents of both the upper shelves and the lower shelves within a truck. The inventive device includes a plurality of vertical brackets that are vertically attached to the interior of the storage unit of a truck, a plurality of upward brackets are attached to the lower to middle portions of the vertical brackets, a plurality of downward brackets are attached to the upper portion of the vertical brackets, and a plurality of shelves attached to the brackets. The upper shelves are sloped downwardly to allow the user to view the contents of the upper shelves. The lower shelves are slanted upwardly thereby allowing the user to easily view and retrieve the contents thereof. The shelves preferably include a lip for preventing items from accidentally being removed. A plurality of drawers are preferably positioned within a housing below the lower shelves for increasing the utilization of space within the storage unit.

Abstract: A shelf unit comprising uprights and shelves. The uprights are formed by two flanks each provided with a plurality of windows into which the ends of the shelves can be inserted, such that, at each end of a shelf, clearance is provided between a horizontal “locking” face of the shelf and a “locking” edge of the window, which edge faces the locking face. For each shelf, the unit is provided with at least two locking elements, one for each end of the shelf, each locking element comprising a clamping member suitable for being inserted between the locking face of the shelf and the locking edge of the window, and for being displaced so as to come into contact with said locking face for locking the shelf.

Abstract: A shelving system includes a shelf and support frame and a novel structure for interconnecting the rails that form the shelf. Specifically, a first shelf rail includes a downwardly depending tongue and an outwardly projecting tab. A second shelf rail includes a side wall and a shelf supporting shoulder. A first slot is provided in a shoulder for receiving the tongue and a second slot is provided in the sidewall for receiving the tab. The tab and tongue are provided in substantially perpendicular planes and when connected the bottom wall of the first rail rests upon the shoulder of the second rail. A crosstie further secures the structure.

Abstract: A shelving system is disclosed. The shelving system includes a panel having a longitudinal direction and a transverse direction. The panel includes at least one socket. The socket is disposed on the panel and includes an inner wall and an outer wall circumscribing the socket inner wall. The outer wall is distanced from the inner wall. A floor member is coupled to the inner wall and the outer wall and is disposed generally parallel relative to the panel. The socket is adapted to transmit stresses along the floor member.

Abstract: A storage rack having a plurality of shelves between end frames. Each of the plurality of shelves has U-shaped retainers that are snap fit, press fit, or friction fit onto a vertical member of the tubular end frame. A lateral support member attached to the end frames determines the different shelf heights with a side member resting on the frame cross members. In one embodiment, an angled end placed on the side members contacts the frame cross members, securely holding the bottom portion of a shelf. The top of the shelf being held by the U-shaped side end retainers and the bottom of the shelf being held by the angled ends results in a secure, rigid, easily assembled storage rack structure. In another embodiment, the storage rack has a triangular shape. The storage rack of the present invention can be easily assembled without any tools and is easily manufactured and shipped unassembled.

Abstract: A butcher's cart for meat after slaughter, comprising a pair of uprights (1) on wheels. The uprights are formed by tubes with a non-angular cross section, and are provided with hanging elements. A set of removable hanging modules (2) is provided, each module being formed by a V-shaped plate. Each plate is provided at its two ends with hanging elements complementary to those of the uprights. At least one of the longitudinal edges of each plate is provided with notches (10) of a size and shape suitable for receiving and suspending of meat to be transported.

Abstract: The invention relates to shelving, in particular, shelving consisting of components which are assembled with securing elements. The invention contains a frame having a back wall, a pair of side walls, a top wall and a bottom wall attached to each other with a plurality of tabs and corresponding slots located on the back wall, side walls, top wall and bottom wall. The back wall, side walls, top wall and bottom wall are constructed of folded material which provides rounded edges that limit damage to material stored on the shelf. A securing bore is located on each of the tabs and is milled to a particular diameter corresponding to the type of material used to construct the shelf and the load supported. A plurality of safety bars are inserted through the securing bore located on each of the tabs. The safety bars prevent the removal of the tabs from the corresponding slots and help secure the shelf.

Abstract: A rack of a simple construction and having adjustable storage capacity is disclosed.

Abstract: According to one aspect the invention a shelving system is provided comprising first and second vertically extending support structures, and a first set of shelving assemblies. The first and second vertically extending support structures are horizontally spaced from one another and the shelving assemblies are mounted above one another between the support structures. Each shelving assembly has at least one major surface and is locatable respectively in a first orientation, and a second orientation. In the first orientation the major surface remains substantially horizontal. In the second orientation the major surface is substantially vertical.

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: A shelf isolation and support system comprising a plurality of studs and a plurality of cavities, each of the cavities having therein a piston and a damping material. The plurality of studs are capable of supporting a shelf with respect to a frame. Each of the studs is aligned with an open end of one of the plurality of cavities. The piston located within the cavity contacts an end of the respective studs. The damping material located within the cavity damps movement of the piston.

Abstract: A shelf assembly is proposed which can be taken apart and which has shelves (1) and rods (2) disposed for supporting the shelves in a nearly horizontal position. Cables (3) are provided to tension the rods (2) with the shelves (1) to fix the position of the rods (2) with respect to each other and of the shelves (1) relative to the rods (2). In addition, an attachment device is provided for connecting the cables (3) to the rods (2) in a detachable manner.

Abstract: A shelving system is provided for use in the storage of various articles. Specifically, the shelving system includes a panel having a plurality of rail members formed with the panel. The rail members have an curvilinear lower portion. Preferably, the curvilinear lower portion distributes greater material proximate regions in the panel which experience greater stress. Similarly, the rail members also have an upper portion having a depth extending away from said panel. Preferably, the amount of depth of the upper portion of each rail member is designed to distribute greater material proximate regions in the panel which experience greater strain once loaded. Lastly, the molded shelving of this invention includes a plurality of socket members including support members designed to transmit stress away from the sockets, thereby reducing stress concentrations adjacent the socket members.

Abstract: A closet organization system is provided which includes an apparatus and a method for installing same. The apparatus includes adjustable shelving and an adjustable clothes rod coupled to a console unit, which can further include additional shelving and also drawers. The console unit which includes posts having holes therein for receiving projections on the console shelves, and a drawer assembly, or inserts for use with adjustable shelving, the console shelves, and the drawer assembly. The closet organization system, fabricated from either word or lightweight plastic, is adapted to be easily assembled and easily disassembled. Additional brackets can secure the console unit to a wall, and brackets can be further included with the adjustable shelving to provide additional support.

Abstract: A system for producing three-dimensional structures, especially shelving with preferably vertical uprights to which structural components, especially shelves, are releasably attachable, in which the uprights pass through drillings or recesses in the structural components. There are connecting inserts which can be arranged in the region of a drilling or recess in a structural component and secured to the latter via the uprights.

Abstract: The shelving system comprises a rear upright, the rear upright having a notch therein; a first shelf engaged with the notch and supported by said rear upright; a front post; and a member disposed between the rear upright and the front post at a lower portion thereof.

Abstract: A storage shelf system has vertical supports and horizontal beams connecting the vertical supports. Profiled shelves rest on the horizontal beams. Each one of the profiled shelves has at least one integral bearing surface and integral guide surfaces projecting upwardly past the at least one bearing surface.

Abstract: A storage shelf system includes vertical supports and spacedapart, parallel horizontal bars connecting the vertical supports. Horizontal shelf members extend perpendicularly to the horizontal bars and are fastened with their first and second end portions to the spaced-apart, parallel horizontal bars. The horizontal shelf members provide support surfaces for goods to be stored in the shelf system. The horizontal bars have cutouts. The horizontal shelf members have securing elements engaging the cutouts for securing the horizontal shelf members to the horizontal bars.

Abstract: A shelf for being positioned on a generally parallelpiped shaped appliance is provided. The appliance has a top surface and first and second side surfaces extending therefrom. The shelf includes a platform on which articles may be placed and a first leg having a first end and a second end. The first end of the first leg is connected to the platform. The second end of the first leg includes one or more interlocking members configured to securely engage one of the surfaces of the appliance. The shelf includes a second leg having a first end and a second end. The first end of the second leg is connected to the platform. The second end of the second leg includes one or more interlocking members configured to securely engage one of the surfaces of the appliance whereby the first and second legs support the platform above the top surface of the appliance.

Abstract: A support frame for use in furniture includes a first pair of end column members and at least one intermediate column member in spaced parallel relationship, a second pair of end column members and at least one intermediate column member in spaced parallel relationship, and at least two rows of horizontal beam members, with beam members disposed between adjacent column members. Openings are provided in the column members and beam member and metal fasteners secure them together, in tension. Additional securement may be achieved by also adhesively securing the column members and beam members together. A decorative covering may be used to encase and decorate the support frame.

Abstract: An all-plastic shelf unit module has a sliding drawer supported below its underside. The module has four pieces: a drawer, a shelf piece, and two slide supports that support the drawer beneath the shelf piece. The slide supports have intromittent plugs that plug into sockets located on the bottom surface of the shelf piece. The plugs have a "lock in place" feature that locks them in place once they have been fully inserted, and such insertion is accomplished by horizontal motion.

Abstract: A floor display for products, in the form of a shelf system having a base, a back wall, side walls, and preferably having a top wall or canopy, although this is an optional feature, and shelves fitted at progressively increasing angles from bottom to top of the display for displaying products in a manner convenient for viewing.