Abstract: In an example, a media catcher may include a first frame member and a second frame member spaced away from the first frame member along a lateral direction, thereby defining a catcher width of the media catcher. Additionally, the media catcher may also include a device interface disposed at a top end of the first frame member or the second frame member. The device interface may attach the media catcher to an imaging device. The media catcher may further include a catch panel extending between the first frame member and the second frame member to catch and support media.

Abstract: A greeting card displayer having a vertical portion and a horizontal portion perpendicular to the vertical portion, a hook which is attached to the vertical portion of the display, and an insert panel which has a greeting card attached thereto and gets inserted onto the display. The displayer is operative to be inserted onto (over card retainer of) a greeting card display and to highlight specific cards, such as, for example, pop-up greeting cards.

Abstract: A flag, or marker for identifying the locations of a plurality of microscope slides once removed from a microscope slide storage system. The invention comprises a rectangular cuboid body member having front, rear, left, right, top, and bottom surfaces which substantially approximates the shape of a predefined number of microscope slides, with a recessed area with grooves to accept one slide index marker card for recording the patient's case information, or other relevant information. When multiples of the present invention are used within a microscope slide storage system, they point to locations where pluralities of microscopes slides should be returned, and provides a support structure for neighboring microscope slides within the storage location from becoming askew or broken within the microscope slide storage system.

Abstract: The invention provides a stand system for arranging panels, having at least two stands and at least one coupling element for coupling the at least two stands, the stands and the coupling element produced from plastic, the stands comprising: substantially an L-shape having a sole for placing a stand on a floor and a rear surface, and a back surface and a support surface for together supporting the panels, the coupling element having: a coupling element length for coupling two stands substantially parallel and a length distance apart; a first end with a first coupling part; an opposite second end with a second coupling part, and the stands further having a coupling part receiving part for in cooperation with at least one selected from the first and second coupling part for holding coupled stands substantially parallel and preventing shearing of coupled stands.

Abstract: A modular paper organizer, including a base and a plurality of dividers. The base includes a plurality of receiving units, each including a U-shaped surface defining a receiving slot, a first surface disposed at a first angle to one side of the U-shaped surface, and a second surface disposed at a second angle to an opposing side of the U-shaped surface. The second surface one receiving unit is attached to the first surface of an adjacent receiving unit. Each divider includes a planar body, and first and second engagement legs along the same edge of the planar body. The second engagement is at an acute angle to the first engagement leg and at an obtuse angle to the planar body. Each divider has one leg in a receiving slot, and the other leg resting against one of the first and second surfaces adjacent the receiving slot.

Abstract: Provided is a rack easy to assemble and disassemble, comprising a front frame, a rear frame, and a number of shelves arranged between the front frame and the rear frame for placing articles thereon, wherein a number of supporting members for supporting the shelves are symmetrically distributed on the front frame and the rear frame, and the width of the shelves is slightly greater than that of the front frame and the rear frame. Compared with the prior art, the supporting members of the present invention for supporting the shelves are symmetrically distributed on the front frame and the rear frame, such that the shelves are directly placed on the supports on the front frame and the rear frame when in use, and the shelves can be removed from the supporting frames when the rack needs to be stored. The rack has a good bearing capacity, is easy to disassemble, assemble and use, and has a small package size after disassembly and is therefore convenient for storage.

Abstract: A rack includes a first and second substantially horizontal rail extending between a first and second substantially vertical rail. Upper portions of hangers used to suspend parts for powder coating, are suspended over an upper surface of the first substantially horizontal rail. A second substantially horizontal rail is moveably attached to the vertical rails so that it may be selectively moved into contact with the first substantially horizontal rail, thereby trapping the upper portion of the suspended hangers between the first and second substantially horizontal rails so they may be transported for cleaning.

Abstract: A tool storage rack provides receiving bays for positioning tools therein. An elastomeric portion of the rack provides gripping and cushioning for the tool and further provides gripping for lessening the chance of movement or sliding of the rack from position.

Abstract: A device for securing loads on a loading surface of a vehicle, comprising at least one floor plate retained on the loading surface and having recesses arranged to be distributed in a grid-like manner, rods or tubes which are able to be releasably fixed in the recesses and at least one limiting element which at two ends in each case comprises at least one fastener, the ends of the limiting element being able to be releasably fastened thereby to a free end of the rods or tubes. The at least one limiting element is configured as a flexible strap.

Abstract: Item trays include an optional product advancing member, a tray-like lower support, and a pair of side supports, at least one of them being deflectable and inwardly biased, that accommodate merchandise queues of various item widths by a self-adjusting clamping action. A biasing member supplying the clamping force of the side support(s) may be preloaded. Display systems include a plurality of such trays supported by a rear mounting wall providing a plurality of tray mounting locations to provide modular configurability of tray positions, thus accommodating different products on separate trays. The display systems may be built around a wire frame and include display supporting members, such as suitable slot members, for receiving and retaining a full length side graphic panel. The item trays may be used in a merchandise dispensing method for items of like dimensions.

Abstract: Systems and methods for identifying one or more objects hung from a display peg are described herein. The system may include a display peg comprising a first and second electrically conductive terminal. An object comprising a resistive element may be hung from the display peg such that the resistive element is in electrical communication with the terminals. A source may be configured to provide a current that flows from the first terminal through the resistive element to the second terminal. An electronic device may be configured to detect the electrical current flowing from the second terminal. The system may be configured to identify the type of object depending on the detected electrical current.

Abstract: A media restraint for a removable media tray and slidably operable without the use of a pinching force. The media restraint slidably positionable on a track in a removable media tray and is operable without pinching. A pair of latching cams are used to engage the media restraint to the track and have serrated portions pivotally mounted to a bottom of the media restraint. The media restraint is operable by a finger of the user applying a downward force to the media restraint allowing a rack and pinion to horizontally translate a rack portion of the pair of latching cams away from the track and pivot the serrated portions away from the track and allowing the media restraint to be moved along the track. Upon removal of the downward force, a biasing member translates the latching cams back to reengage with the track.

Abstract: A placard holder has a clamp member with an enlarged head and an elongated stem. The head defines a narrow slot such that a card containing visually perceptible or machine readable information can be mounted to the head by a friction fit of an edge of the card inserted into the slot. The clamp member attaches to a supporting article such as a display stand by extending the stem through a hole of a thin wall of the support and placing a lock washer over the stem opposite the head. The lock washer is forced along the stem end to compress the wall between it and the head. Compression is maintained by prongs of the lock washer that engage radially protruding teeth disposed along the elongated stem. Paper or plastic placards such as business cards, credit cards, place cards, gift cards can be placed in the placard holder for display.

Abstract: A document organizer includes a base frame, a rear frame, a front frame, and a plurality of dividers. The base frame includes a plurality of base boards and base connecting boards. Each base board has a first folding line. The rear frame includes a plurality of rear boards and rear connecting boards. Each rear board has a third folding line. The front frame includes a plurality of front boards and front connecting boards. Each front board has a fifth folding line. Each divider has a fourth coupling portion, a fifth coupling portion, and a sixth coupling portion correspondingly couple to a first coupling portion, a second coupling portion, and a third coupling portion. The base frame, read frame, front frame, and the dividers cooperatively define a plurality of storage space therebetween. As a result, the document organizer is collapsible to save space and materials.

Abstract: Greeting cards can be organized into multiple sender profiles. Greeting cards for each profile are displayed in one or more displays. The display can include one or more tiered display panels. Each tiered display panel can include multiple rows of pockets for displaying greeting cards in a full-facing or partial facing manner and captions at one or more of the pockets to display the internal content of the greeting cards. The display also can include a display panel identifying the sender profile associated with the apparatus. Each sender profile can be assigned a unique color which is applied to the display panel associated with the respective sender profile.

Abstract: The provided containers (100, 200) and methods provide for gravitational alignment of a plurality of stacked articles (120), in which at least two edges (140, 142) of each article align along inner walls (108, 114, 208, 214) of a respective container. The aligning walls of the container are provided with low-friction surfaces to facilitate sliding and alignment of the articles. By aligning the stack of articles along two edges, the articles can be registered relative to not only each other but the container itself, thereby facilitating loading, unloading, and conversion of articles in the stack. Optionally, a compressible layer (147) opposing one or both of the aligning walls conforms and distributes stress along the non-aligning edges, thereby preserving registration of the articles relative to each other when the container is transported.

Abstract: The greeting card outpost of the present disclosure and related inventions is a unique and versatile structure which maximizes the number of greeting cards which can be displayed for sale in retail areas which are limited in space. The fixture includes a plurality of adjacent vertically arranged card pockets attached to an angled support structure and standard tube frame which creates angled array of greeting cards extending outward from a front of the display and ending in a fin-like fashion at the back of the display. The novel arrangement decreases the size of space required to display the variety of greeting cards which can be accommodated upon the outpost fixture.

Abstract: A retail display apparatus includes a front panel, a right side panel extending from the front panel and a left side panel extending from the front panel. A bottom panel extends from the front panel and has at least one opening. A back panel extends from the bottom panel. A first channel has an open top and an open bottom and extends along the back panel. A second channel has an open top and an open bottom and extends along the back panel.

Abstract: A display stand for sheet goods such as desk chair mats has a pair of upright side members and a base coupled to the side members. The base can have an upper surface to support a lower edge of sheet goods in a standing position. A protrusion can define an arcuate front lip along the retaining well. The arcuate front lip can be configured to impart a curvature to facilitate standing of the sheet goods. The upper surface of the base can be configured to have different elevations. A back member can be coupled to the upright side members, and can swing, slide, or both, between an open position to provide access to the sheet goods and a closed position to retain the sheet goods within the display. Signage panels can be coupled between the side members along a tie member to attract customers to the displayed goods.

Abstract: A framed jewelry wall organizer for storing and displaying jewelry is disclosed. This organizer is encased in a decorative frame. The central opening of the frame holds a fabricated clear, hard, plastic sheet with clear, hard, open top, rounded plastic cups on the front side of the sheet. Vacuum forming or injection molding creates this clear plastic sheet with clear cups and makes it one plastic unit. This clear plastic unit is then placed in the frame. A mat or mirror is then sandwiched behind the clear plastic sheet to add design. The mat or mirror can be clearly seen behind the transparent plastic sheet. Finally, a cardboard backing fits behind the mat or mirror and picture frame points are inserted to hold all of the components in the frame. The framed unit will be hung on a wall with picture frame hardware.

Abstract: The current invention is an improvement on vertical napkin holders. The main feature of the invention is the 85-95 degree angle “V” shaped structure held between two vertical and laterally spaced walls. This is a yet unseen design in the functionality of napkin holders and allows improved access to napkins, easier removability of napkins, eliminates the doubling over of napkins, and greatly reduces the overhanging of napkins.

Abstract: A card holder has at least one slot into which cards and/or photos may be inserted. The card holder may include two curved slots that may provide vertical stability to a card inserted in one of the curved slots. The card holder may include a straight slot that may be used to accommodate thicker card stock paper. The slots in the card holder may have teeth to help grip the card/photo more securely to keep them in place. When not in use, the card holders may conveniently and securely stack on top of each other for storage.

Abstract: The present invention is a business card holder that includes a business card cradle and a support leg. The support leg is substantially flat and includes a large branding area. In the preferred embodiment, this branding area is a surface sunken into the support leg. The business card cradle includes a second branding area that, preferably, is also a sunken surface.

Abstract: An adjustable card pocket having a back panel for attachment to a shelf or a mating panel and two half card pockets that are operatively attached to the back panel for holding and displaying greeting cards of varying width dimensions. The back panel contains four pocket engagement slots to engage the two pocket engagement tabs on each half card pocket. The back panel further contains a six adjustment slots designed to receive the one adjustment tab located on each of the half card pockets. The adjustment tabs can be inserted into one of three adjustment slots located on each side of the back panel allowing the pocket to contain cards of different width dimensions. The width of the pocket can be adjusted by applying a slightly outward force to each half card pocket to disengage the adjustment tabs from the adjustment slots and then slidably moving the half card pockets in either an inward or outward direction and re-engaging the adjustment tabs with another set of adjustment slots.

Abstract: An article holder includes a base, a pair of opposing side walls spaced apart and diverging away from each other moving forward from the rear of the base, and lower and upper rear walls spaced from each other and substantially co-planar. The base, side walls and rear walls define a storage region for holding articles in a vertical orientation, and provide that one holder may be nested within another like holder.

Abstract: A display for printed materials includes a pocket mounting panel having a plurality of indexing holes, which may be arranged in columns and rows, and a plurality of pockets adapted to receive printed materials. The pockets include at least one rearwardly extending pocket engaging clip having a resiliently deformable member that is adapted to be received by an indexing hole. Pockets may be installed in a vertically cascading arrangement and individual pockets may be removed from the pocket mounting panel without removing adjacent installed pockets by manually engaging and deforming the resiliently deformable member(s) of the target pocket through access windows provided in the rear panels of the pockets.

Abstract: A cooking utensil support apparatus for catching and containing runoff from supported cooking utensils has a support body with an integral depressed catch well or basin. The support body further has a pair of spaced-apart and mutually parallel walls, each terminating upwardly in a top edge. The top edge of each wall has a plurality of slots for resting cooking utensils therein. The slots extend downwardly from the top edges in mutually aligned pairs between the walls. A tray is positioned below where the working ends of utensils are positioned when resting in the slots so that runoff drips into the tray for easy disposal.

Abstract: Display bins for sheet goods which are easily assembled and disassembled are formed of bottom panels, front and rear display panels for holding sheet goods at suitable angles from the vertical for display. The front and rear display panels can be removably attached to both the bottom panel and at least two support brackets for use. All the components can be separated and stacked in a flat package for shipment or storage.

Abstract: A sheet material dispenser has at least two compartments (37) for accommodating sheet material, which are formed by module components which can be joined together and released again. In order to provide a sheet material dispenser which has at least one divisible module part for accepting sheet material, the module components include at least one tray (1) for accommodating the sheet material, at least one front plate (34) and at least one partition wall (2), the tray (1) consists of a rear wall (4), two side walls (5, 6) and an end wall (7) forming its lower end, and the tray (1) is provided with longitudinal slots (8) in the region of its rear wall (4) for the attachment of the partition wall (2), which has hooks (27) that can be inserted into the longitudinal slots (8), for dividing the tray.

Abstract: A file storage device, including a base member, and a plurality of dividing members detachably attached to the base member in a substantially parallel configuration, adjacent dividing members defining storage areas therebetween. The storage areas have widths, so that removal or addition of at least one dividing member allows for variation of the storage area widths.

Abstract: A tower rack for holding greeting cards and the like is described. The rack includes a tower assembly structure which includes at least one panel section consisting of one or more side panels. Each side panels is configured with horizontal and vertical slits for holding merchandise trays. A base is configured to fit snugly to the bottom of the tower assembly structure.

Abstract: The invention relates to a display stand for articles such as cosmetic products. The inventive display stand consists of a vertical board (1) comprising a rear face (4) and a front face (5). According to the invention, the front face is formed at least partially by a plurality of first panels (7) and a plurality of second panels (8) which are inclined in relation to the first panels (7), said first panels (7) being designed to receive the articles (10). Moreover, at least one of the second panels (8) is equipped with a reflective surface (8a) such that an image of the articles positioned on the opposing first panel (7) are visible on the second panel (8) to a person facing the board (1).

Abstract: A paper holder has a holding piece made of an elastic material such as synthetic rubber provided with a fixed portion in a flat-plate-like shape and a holding portion integrally formed with the fixed portion at a connection top portion having a joint portion with a long and thin cross section in a direction orthogonal to the insertion direction of papers. The papers are clipped between a holding end portion located on the other side of the connection top portion and a case by return force of the holding portion that rotates with the connection top portion as a fulcrum. An attached elastic auxiliary member adds the return force by regulating the movement of the holding portion.

Abstract: An ultra narrow, tall, flexible fixture that is capable of holding and displaying greeting cards or other non-greeting card related merchandise in a retail environment. The fixture is easily configured to hold both greeting card and non-greeting card merchandise in an array of display configurations supporting different numbers of display units and shelves. Merchandise may be displayed along one length of the fixture or alternately along two opposing sides of the fixture. The fixture also contains two endcap pieces that are capable of supporting an array of unique fixtures such as gift card holders and curved card pockets. The display units contain multiple levels for storing greeting cards. The fixture additionally provides ample storage space at the base of the fixture for excess merchandise and restocking materials. An area of the fixture can also be configured to support signage and lighting.

Abstract: A Measuring Tape Notepad is disclosed. The notepad is attachable to the side of the housing of a conventional measuring tape. The notepad assembly is designed to fit a wide variety of measuring tape configurations. The assembly includes a durable, hard, non-scratching writing surface, with a pencil clip protruding from its face. The clip for the writing implement may also be available with a lanyard or chain interconnecting the writing implement with the notepad assembly. The notepad is available in a variety of different shapes, including rectangular and round, among others.

Abstract: A sheet metal shelf has a front edge, a back edge and a load carrying flat portion, the front edge comprising a support for supporting display elements of a display system. The sheet material at the front edge is formed as a first enclosed channel integrally formed with the load carrying flat portion, so the channel provides the support at the front edge of the shelf. The support has apertures for attaching the display elements.

Abstract: A consolidated and coordinated gift wrap and packaging display holds and presents articles for decorative gift wrapping in a spectral and thematic arrangement. The consolidated display includes a plurality of modules, each module displaying a plurality of gift wrap items which are coordinated in color, theme or both, so that the modules are visually distinct among the consolidated display. Each module may contain rolled gift wrap, folded gift wrap, small and large gift bags, ribbon on rolls or in stands, gift cards, novelties or gift wrap accessories. The visual distinction of each module within the display draws consumers to the desired type of gift wrap presentation, and the dense arrangement of coordinated and complimentary gift wrap items encourages selection and purchase of a complete gift wrap ensemble.

Abstract: A packaging bag for containing products has a bag body and a display member attached to the bag body in order to close the opening of the bag body. The display member has a front portion on one side of the bag body and a back portion on the other side of the bag body. The front portion of the display member has a first region colored with a first color and a second region colored with a second color. The first color and the second color are respectively indicative of a type of product and a standard of product. The display member has a tearable line so that the display member can be torn along the tearable line in order to enable access to the products within the bag body via the opening. The front portion may remain on the bag body after opening the packaging bag.

Abstract: A sample display unit for sheets goods that is easy to transport and assemble, sturdy to withstand a plurality of sheet goods for a lengthy time, and capable of containing advertisements. The sample display unit for sheet goods has a rectangular body, a shelf, and a header. The rectangular body includes a back panel, a face panel, and side panels with inclined top edges. The shelf partitions the rectangular body into an upper sample display container and a lower enclosure. The shelf is also provided at a suitable height to allow the sheet goods such as desk mats, floor mats, carpet mats and chair mats to be removed with ease. In one embodiment, a support base can be situated within the lower enclosure to provide support for the shelf and the display unit. In another embodiment, a frame can be used to support the shelf and the display unit.

Abstract: An envelope holder having the shape of a lady's high heel shoe includes an elongated sole having a forward toe portion and a raised heel portion. A heel extends downwardly from the heel portion and supports the heel portion when the envelope holder is in an operative position. A plurality of spaced apart rigid retaining members extend upwardly from the toe portion and are configured to retain envelopes placed therebetween. When the envelope holder is in an operative position, the toe portion is configured to lie substantially flat on a surface.

Abstract: A sterilization system for dental and orthodontic tools is provided with a transport rack dimensionally sized to hold a plurality interchangeable cassettes. The interchangeable cassettes are designed and intended to hold kits of dental or orthodontic tools and are provided with top opening, double-hinged covers which lay flat on the surface when opened and used at a dental workstation.

Abstract: A blank for a stackable shelf and the shelf formed from it. The blank comprises a substantially rectangular shelf member having attached walls. Each of the sidewalls has an integral extension which extends into and is detachable from the shelf member. The height of the integral extension is greater than the height of the side wall. Each of the integral extensions has a transverse score line which divides the extension into an upper and a lower section. The height of the lower section is substantially equal to the height of said side wall.

Abstract: A business card holder having the shape of a lady's high heel shoe includes a rigid, elongated sole having a rigid toe portion, a rigid inclined heel portion, and a rigid intermediate portion between the toe portion and inclined heel portion. A rigid heel extends downwardly from the inclined heel portion and supports the inclined heel portion when the business card holder is in an operative position. A rigid shoe upper extends over the toe portion and includes a free edge portion. The shoe upper free edge portion, sole intermediate portion, and inclined heel portion define a pocket that is configured to hold a plurality of business cards for distribution therefrom.

Abstract: A plurality of separate display modules are interchangeably installed on a shelf of a cooperating cabinet structure and arranged to provide convexly curved display panels mounting selected arrangements of illuminated sample chips, an interactive video display, and brochure receptacles. The structure is provided with an integral sprinkler water distribution system and may include a two-part sample chip mounting mechanism which facilitates changing out of sample chips.

Abstract: An apparatus for displaying samples of window coverings including a base having a front and a rear and at least one suction cup mounted on the rear of the base and adapted to releasably engage a flat surface. The base includes at least one support. The support is adapted to releasably receive and hold a first fabric sample and a second fabric sample, such that the samples are suspended substantially parallel to the flat surface. The second fabric sample is positioned at a greater distance from the flat surface than the first fabric sample, to define a space between the first and second fabric samples.

Abstract: A point-of-sale shelf organizer for product containers which includes a product container organizer; and, an integral literature dispensing chamber. In one of the embodiments of this invention, the front of the organizer includes a mini bill-board extension for display of graphics and/or a promotional message. This organizer is preferably formed from transparent thermoplastic materials so as to permit visual access to the items of promotional literature and graphics that are retained therein.

Abstract: An index card (10) holding device (12) to be attached to the surface of an object in a very convenient location which can be used to keep notes and record ideas when they are needed. The device allows the outer card being held to be in full view to the user. The outer end caps (18) are closely connected to the middle spacers (16) which are closely connected to the inner flat plate (14) in manner which creates a slot for holding 5 to 20 index cards (10) while allowing the cards to be removed and replaced easily. The thickness of the cards (10) being held creates the holding pressure against the inner flat plate piece (14) and the outer end caps (18). The shape of the middle spacers (16) prevents the cards from sliding out the back of the device. The present invention is attached to a surface by means of pressure sensitive adhesive.

Abstract: A multiple advertisement holder uses a flat sheet member that has a body member attached thereto. The body member has a first cell for holding multiple advertisement materials of a business as well as a second cell that is located forward of the first cell, the second cell holding a flat sheet of stimulus material that further advertises the business and provides the stimulus to attract the attention of a prospective client so that the client may retrieve the advertising material of the business from the device. A third cell may also be provided adjacent the first cell so that the business can provide advertising materials of different sizes and/or heights to the prospective clients. The sheet member can be attached to a desired surface by providing a surface appropriate mechanism to facilitate such attachment.

Abstract: A sheet dispenser and a method of making a sheet dispenser is disclosed. A carton may be adapted for storing and displaying stacked sheet materials, such as napkins, paper towels, facial tissues, and other absorbent products that may be used in home or a commercial setting. A carton or napkin holder may comprise a one-piece blank which is adapted to be folded, resulting in a carton having a bottom panel, a first sidewall, and a second sidewall. The sidewalls may be secured in place by fixing them to the bottom panel.

Abstract: A razor blade holder can attach to structure at a site in order to provide blade storage and accessibility. The holder has a receptacle sized to hold at least one razor blade and to keep exposed and accessible an upper edge thereof. The receptacle has a back panel adapted to be attached to the structure.