Abstract: A shelving system for a motor vehicle has at least one shelf, which includes a base unit with a base element supported in a base position allocated to the base element on a support element and is mounted on a pivoting axis. The base element can be shifted around the axis out of the base position allocated to it into an access position allocated to the base element, in which the base element is raised by the at least one support element. A further base element is supported in a base position allocated to the further base element on the support element and is mounted on a further pivoting axis arranged on the side of the support element opposite the first pivoting axis. The further base element can be shifted into an access position, in which the further base element is raised by the support element.

Abstract: An articulated sample rack apparatus is disclosed. In one aspect, the articulated sample rack apparatus has a plurality of coupled rack components wherein at least some of the rack components have a receptacle having a bottom to receive a sample container, the rack having free ends and at least one hinge allowing articulation between at least some of the rack components. Conveyor systems and methods to convey sample racks are provided, as are other aspects.

Abstract: A rack for holding a plurality of crates includes a plurality of vertically-spaced support surfaces. Each support surface is configured to support a crate and may be an arm extending from a vertical support. The arms may be arranged in pairs so that each pair of support surfaces supports one crate. The arms may be retractable so that the rack can be collapsed after the crates have been removed.

Abstract: A foldable holder for a beverage container comprises a fastening plate, a supporting ring coupled pivotably to the fastening plate, a holding bracket coupled pivotably to the fastening plate, and a supporting plate coupled pivotably to the holding bracket. The supporting ring and the holding bracket share a pivot axis extending from the fastening plate. The supporting plate is coupled to a remote end of the holding bracket so as to be pivotable counter to a pivoting direction of the supporting ring. The holding bracket and the supporting plate are disposed radially within the supporting ring when folded into a retracted state.

Abstract: A reserving apparatus of a refrigerator having a door and a case that forms a main reserving chamber therein, comprises: a supplementary reserving frame that forms a supplementary reserving chamber at the door separately from the main reserving chamber; a partition member coupled to the supplementary reserving frame, for partitioning the supplementary reserving chamber; and a connecting portion for connecting the partition member to the supplementary reserving frame so that a partitioned space inside the supplementary reserving chamber can be variable. Storage items having various sizes and forms, such as a storage items having a relatively large size and a storage items having a relatively small size, can be effectively reserved at a suitably-adjusted space inside the supplementary reserving chamber. Accordingly, the supplementary reserving chamber can have enhanced spatial utilization degree.

Abstract: Fastening device designed to fasten a collecting container comprising: a. at least one pivot-member assembled so as to swivel around an axis on a mobile arm and including at least one first transverse arm provided with a first fixing means and at least one second transverse arm provided with axial bores; b. at least two fasteners fixed onto said collecting container: the first fastener being provided with a second fixing means working in conjunction with said first fixing means; the second fastener, provided with axial bores; c. a pin, designed to be inserted and to slide inside said axial bores when they are aligned. There exists at least one bore of a group, called the “central bore”, which is conical and which is surrounded by two bores of the other group, called “peripheral bores” which are cylindrical. Said pin has a conical shoulder complementary to the central bore.

Abstract: A display for a casket selection room comprises a base, a first display portion mounted to the base, a plurality of casket portions representing a plurality of casket choices from which a customer may select mounted to the first display portion, a second display portion mounted to the first display portion, and a plurality of casket ornaments representing a plurality of ornament choices from which the customer may select mounted to the second display portion.

Abstract: The support (3) comprises a first resting surface (13) and a second resting surface (7), which can be set on top of one another at different heights.

Abstract: The eyeglass holder apparatus provides a softly lined open-topped container for eyeglass storage. A pair of rods and a base with selectively employed adhesive supports the container. The rods are joined by a ratchet hinge that allows angular positioning of the first rod and container with regard to the second rod and the base, thereby providing further user convenience. Additionally, three pouches are affixed to the container and provide removable storage for moist towlettes, and various parts and tools used to maintain and repair glasses.

Abstract: A support device is provided to accept hitch mounted bicycle carriers and other hitch accessories with the device being capable of being supported on the ground or against either a vertical or a horizontal surface. The support device is part consists firstly of a support receiver that accepts a wide range of commercial carriers built for 2 inch or 1¼ inch diameter square tongues and for those that bolt directly to fixed hitches. The support receiver connects to a frame of the support device which supports the receiver on various surfaces.

Abstract: A rectangular compartment for receiving and dispensing pressurized gas cylinders. The compartment, for its use, requires a minimal space both inside and outside the compartment. The compartment contains a tank receiving unit configured to receive multiple tanks arranged in files. The tank receiving unit is pivoted near its center of mass so as to permit easy rotation in place of the tank receiving unit. The compartment is provided with an access door. When the access door is open and the tank receiving unit is rotated outward to receive tanks, the tank receivers in a file project a short distance outside the compartment and are arranged one above the other. When the access door is closed, the tanks are in an upright position and secured in that position by an interlock between the tank receiving unit and the access door.

Abstract: A tipping rack, especially for large heavy duty liquid detergent containers. The tipping rack facilitates pouring the last portions of product from the container.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device for fast fixing a heat dissipation fan of computer on the computer case. The device includes a bracket formed with a plurality of through holes for mounting the fan. The bracket includes two ears to be inserted into two holes furnished on the computer case to make the bracket pivotal on the ears while the ears are inserted in the holes. A hole is formed on a side of the bracket opposite to the ears for fastening the bracket by a screw passing through and fixing to the computer case.

Abstract: A bag dryer including a plurality of elongated dowels with each dowel having an exterior end, an interior end and a hole radially positioned therethrough with a common distance from the interior end; a pair of generally rectangular base portions with each base having an interior edge with a plurality of holes therein, an exterior edge for placement upon a recipient surface, and a pair of short end walls and a pair of long side walls therebetween, each hole capable of being in receipt of the interior end of each dowel; and a plurality of rivets for positioning through each hole of each dowel joining the dowels forming dowel pairs, the dowel pairs being in an open position when each base portion being placed on the recipient surface and capable of receipt of a bag over each exterior end of each dowel of the dowel pairs.

Abstract: An apparatus for aiding in the preparation of an injectable serum is provided which comprises a two-part assembly including a stabilizing base and a framed support. The apparatus includes a support arm for receiving one or more conventional medicine vials which is rotatable about a horizontal axis. The apparatus further includes a support arm for receiving one or more conventional syringes which is disposed horizontally and in substantially parallel relationship with respect to the vial receiving support arm. This arrangement facilitates accurate alignment of syringes and vials which are being utilized in the preparation of the injection serum.

Abstract: A cup holder includes a platform adapted to radially pivot outward from an inclined vehicle structure such that the platform when fully extended in the outward position is substantially horizontal. The platform includes a front wall portion and rear wall portion, and a retaining member connected between the front and rear wall portions forms an upper horizontal surface. A pair of side walls pivotally connected to the platform cooperate with the retaining member and platform to form a cavity for holding a beverage container.

Abstract: A plurality of vertical support posts pivotally mount a plurality of vertically stacked baskets therebetween to permit ease of pivotment of each basket and removal of garments contained therewithin into an underlying hamper.

Abstract: A shaker apparatus is provided for laboratory testing. The apparatus comprises a base that is reciprocally movable relative to a sub-base. A frame is mounted to the base and includes spaced apart vertical supports with a horizontal support assembly rotatably mounted therebetween. A plurality of test vessels are mounted to the horizontal support assembly and can be rotated with the horizontal support assembly 180.degree. relative to the base. The vessels may be subjected to simultaneous shaking for identical periods of time. The horizontal frame assembly to which the vessels are mounted can be inverted between adjacent periods of shaking to permit selected refilling of the vessels, escape of gases therefrom and drainage of material from the vessels.

Abstract: Apparatus for storing recyclable waste which includes a plurality of waste containers, a rack, and a means to separately mount each of the waste containers on the rack in a manner which provides the user with easy access to each mounted container. Each container can be separately and easily removed from the rack to be placed in a separate location.

Abstract: A device for dispensing fluent supplies comprises an element or elements for positioning a plurality of containers with an open-mouth of each of the containers in a downward position. This device also comprises an element or elements for receiving supplies dispensed from the containers while the containers are positioned by the positioning element or elements in a mouth downward position. In addition, the device comprises an element or elements for adjusting an elevation of an entry point of fluent supply into the supply receiving element or elements of at least one of the mouth downward containers from a first elevation to a second elevation while continuously maintaining at least this one container in an open-mouth downward position.

Abstract: A trash container supporting apparatus for supporting a plurality of trash containers permitting separation of different categories of trash for recycling purposes. The supporting apparatus includes a frame and a plurality of trash container supports pivotally interconnected to the trash container frame and adapted to receive and support a plurality of trash containers. The trash container frame further includes an axle and pair of wheels positioned at one end and a combination handle and stand positioned at the opposite end of the trash container frame. The frame may be tilted between a generally vertical position for conservation of space and a horizontal position while the trash containers remain in a generally vertical position to retain the trash.

Abstract: A pivoting cup holder for supporting a beverage container in a vehicle. The cup holder comprises a flat movable drawer which can slide into and out of a retainer set into or below the dashboard or an armrest of an automobile. A semicircular indentation is formed in each side of the drawer. Pivotally mounted to the drawer are a pair of cup rings, each of which is formed with a curved edge complementary to the semicircular indentation. The cup rings are spring-loaded to rotate horizontally to a use position when the drawer is pulled outwardly of the retainer. In the use position the cup rings cooperate with the semicircular indentation to form complete circular retainers for supporting the side wall of a beverage container. The cup holder further comprises a spring loaded bail and cup support which, when the drawer is opened, vertically pivot to a position centered below the circular retainers to brace the bottom surface of the beverage container.

Abstract: A bilateral beverage container (2) mounts within a hinged vehicle armrest (4). The container has an upper container housing (22), a lower container housing (26) and a hinged game surface (24) therebetween suitable for playing board games upon. The upper container housing includes a flap (34) that defines a compartment suitable for storing writing paper, magazines and the like. The lower container housing includes fixed and user-definable compartments (48, 50) for storing beverage containers (76), game pieces and other objects, and hinged lids (60) to cover the fixed compartments. The lower container housing includes a hinged bilateral tray (62) with openings (68) sized to receive beverage containers. The bilateral tray holds beverage containers in both a stowed position, overlying the hinged lids covering the fixed compartments, and in a deployed position, spaced apart from the lower container housing.

Abstract: A trash receptacle having a pair of baskets rotatably mounted on a support. Each basket is fixable in an upright position by a latching member which prevents rotation of the basket about a horizontal axis unless the basket is being emptied.

Abstract: A drink container holder comprises three members: a mounting base having a mounting device for mounting within a vehicle such as an automobile, a holding framework for holding a cup, and an intermediate pivotable framework interposed between the mounting base and the holding framework, the three members being pivotably connected to one another through means of pivotable shaft bearing portions. The mounting device comprises a substantially inverted U-shaped bracket, and the mounting base has dependent bearing portions integrally suspended therefrom. A substantially U-shaped bail member is provided upon the holding framework, and the mounting base, holding framework, and intermediate framework are pivotable with respect to each other about two axes orthogonally arranged with respect to each other such that the three members define in effect gimbal rings for supporting the drink container.

Abstract: The invention is concerned with a device for setting down beverage containers, especially open beverage containers, preferably in vehicles.The purpose of the invention is to create a device of the type described above, which prevents the splashing of a liquid from a beverage container during the movements of the vehicle and prevents tipping of the beverage containers, and which can be handled simply, preferably even with one hand.According to the invention, this task is solved by a device which is characterized by the fact that it has a holder that can be set up in the vehicle, that a container receptacle is seated in this holder so that the receptacle can follow a pendulum movement and by the fact that the container receptacle has a guide to guide the pendulum movements.In a preferred mode of execution, the guide is a recess on the top part of holder, and the container receptacle is placed in it with positive locking.

Abstract: The following specification discloses a diskette storage container having a base that has four upstanding walls that receive a plurality of pivotal slotted or fan tabbed individualized containers. The individualized pivotal containers have a plurality of slots provided by splines, ledges or webs on either side that receive diskettes therein and include a stepped base for exposing diskettes on a stair stepped basis within the slotted containers. Each individualized container is pivotally held on the base member by means of an upright securement formed as a pair of parallel walls forming a groove therein which receives a spindle formed in the bottom of the pivotal individualized container so that it can provide pivotal movement by the spindle moving in a rotational manner within the channel of the two upright walls forming the groove. The pivotal containers are enclosed within a hinged top cover that seats on the bottom base and provides for a dust cover and a protective case in cooperation with the base.

Abstract: A container such as a fuel tank pivotally mounted on a vehicle for movement between an operation position adjacent the vehicle and an assembly position remote from said vehicle. The pivotal movement is accomplished by having a support for the container threadably engaged with a screw spindle supported on the vehicle. The support can swing about the screw spindle and also be moved vertically along the axis of the screw spindle by rotating said screw spindle. The vertical movement serves to bring the container in or out of mesh with a lock mechanism which avoids a further pivot movement in the operation position.

Abstract: An expandable storage system for securely storing materials of various shapes and sizes in an organized, easily identifiable and accessible manner. One or more rows of support members are removeably secured upon a panel so that their positions on the panel may be easily changed in order to secure materials of varying sizes and shapes. A resilient upper support member applies downward pressure on stored materials so that they are held securely against the other support members in order to minimize movement. Additional panels may be quickly added to the system by snapping hinge members to the panel edge and connecting those hinge members, by gravity support, to hinge members on an adjacent panel. Locations are provided for labels and other information relating to stored materials, with no separate space required for the label location. The storage system may be removeably mounted on a structural surface during use and may be secured in a closed configuration similar to a suitcase for transporting.

Abstract: A small autoclave for bonding composite lenses comprising a cylindrical pressure vessel adapted to contain therein a lens tray for holding optical lenses aligned horizontally in a vertical array.

Abstract: A gimbaled cup supporting device for holding cups in a level position in a moving vehicle while at the same time isolating the cup from shock and vibration transmitted from the moving vehicle to the support mechanism. A shock absorber is described in which the central portion supports a collar and shaft attached to the cup holding mechanism and an annular ring portion displaced from the central portion is attached to a supporting shaft that is removably attached to the supporting vehicle. The rubber shock absorber isolates the supporting shaft from the gimbaled cup supporter while supporting it in the conventional manner.

Abstract: A marine stove comprises a valve body for coaxial connection to a nipple on a pressure gas bottle, a tubular mixer coaxially telescopingly threaded into the top of the valve body, a burner above the mixer that is coaxially supported by it, and a grill over the burner, also supported by the mixer. A pivot confined between the valve body and the mixer has opposite laterally projecting coaxial trunnions that define one gimbal axis for the stove. Another gimbal axis is defined by a shaft that has a head at a rear end thereof and a U-shaped yoke at its front with forwardly projecting legs that have upwardly opening grooves wherein the trunnions are received. A mounting plate securable in forwardly offset relation to a bulkhead has a shaft hole through which the head is received. The shaft is rotatably supported in forwardly projecting relation to the plate by a bracket that hooks into the plate and has upwardly projecting abutments between which the shaft is closely received.

Abstract: Beverage holder apparatus pivots on two axes and folds for storage. A bottom plate on which the beverage rests is secured to a support bracket which in turn is secured to a holder ring through which the beverage extends, and the bottom plate, support bracket, and holder ring pivot together. The holder ring is in turn secured to a support ring, which is pinned to and accordingly pivots on a hinge plate which in turn pivots on a fixed plate.

Abstract: A point of purchase display assembly comprising a pair of generally vertical support walls spaced laterally apart from one another, a plurality of generally rectangular merchandise supporting racks arranged to hang downwardly from said walls and in shingled relationship with one another. Each of the racks has an upper end, means pivotally mounting the upper end to and between the support walls for permitting swinging of the racks between a lower display and an upper generally horizontal loading position for racks located beneath the generally horizontally disposed racks, and other means on the walls and engageable by the rack to hold the latter in the upper position.

Abstract: A merchandise dispensing device of the gravity feed type in which a track having a pair of rails to receive the neck-flanges of suitable bottles is mounted in a rack. The rails include upturned end portions providing a braking section in which gravity feed is arrested. The tracks include two different sized sets of rails which can be selectively positioned to receive bottles having different neck flanges.

Abstract: An improved apparatus for supporting a bottle or similar container of liquid during dispensing is disclosed in which the bottle is supported on a platform or cradle (28) which is pivotably mounted on a fixed base (10). The cradle includes a resilient pad (34) on which the bottom of the bottle rests during use and an adjustable clamp (42-60) which can be set to accommodate bottles having upwardly extending necks of various heights and diameters.

Abstract: A variable position article holder according to the teachings of the present invention is shown in the preferred embodiment for holding boxes for recording tapes such as cassette, 8-track, or video tape. The tape holder includes first and second L-shaped members. The second L-shaped member can be interfitted within an L-shaped aperture formed in the first L-shaped member. The second L-shaped member is slidably and pivotably mounted to the first L-shaped member within the aperture by detents which extend from the second L-shaped member into slots formed in the leg portions of the first L-shaped member adjacent the aperture. A washboard series of angular peaks are formed on the top surface of the second leg of the second L-shaped member. The first L-shaped member further includes ratchet levers which extend into the aperture and engage with the angular peaks of the second L-shaped member.

Abstract: A rack for selectively supporting or displaying one or more containers which includes at least one shelf member having opposing sides of differing utility. The shelf is rotatably movable between a non-use and use position so that when the shelf is in a non-use position it is suspended generally vertically with a decorative or finished side thereof displayed forwardly of the rack. The shelf may be selectively rotated to a use position in which the opposite side of the shelf is either generally horizontally disposed or inclined relative thereto, whereby a container may be selectively supported thereon.

Abstract: A device for holding a cup (C) and maintaining liquid in the cup (C) while travelling in a vehicle includes a device (10, 100) for carrying the cup (C). The cup holding device (10, 100) is carried by a support member (20, 110) in such a manner so as to permit rotation of the cup holding device (10, 100) on a first axis. A stand (30, 40, 50, 120, 130, 140) carries the support member (20, 110) in such a manner so as to permit rotation thereof on a second axis generally 90.degree. of the first axis. The stand (30, 40, 50, 120, 130, 140) is adapted for mounting at a desired location in the vehicle. The cup (C) is thus free to act under its own inertia to maintain the liquid therein.

Abstract: A storage device for storing card-like objects, for example photographs. The device is in the form of a cassette like container in which the objects are stacked upright in a rear section comprising the base, lower parts of each side wall and the rear wall of the cassette. A first section of the cassette is pivoted about the front edge of the base and comprises at least part of the top, the front wall and upper parts of the side walls complementary with the side wall lower parts. In the open condition of the cassette photographs can readily be turned forward one by one to stack face downwards on the front section. A plurality of such cassettes may be pivotally supported in a rectangular frame, one behind the other, so that the contents of each cassette can be readily inspected in turn.

Abstract: A first pair of semicylindrical frame basket retainers are hingedly affixed to a horizontal platform in spaced relation and open in opposite directions. A linking device is mounted on the platform between the first pair of basket retainers and is pivotally coupled to each of the retainers at distances above the platform for rotating the retainers about their hinges under the control of a user. A latch device mounted on the platform between the first pair of retainers releasably secures the retainers in positions of inclination relative to the platform. A second pair of semicylindrical frame basket retainers are affixed to the platform in a manner whereby the first basket retainers and second basket retainers are paired to form a pair of cylindrical trash can retainers, each pair of trash can retainers having a basket retainer of the first pair and a basket retainer of the second pair.

Abstract: A spacesaver tiltable storage unit is disclosed comprised of a pivotable frame, with dimensions compatible for mounting between exposed 2 inch .times. 4 inch or 2 inch .times. 6 inch studs on 16 inch centers and fitted with storage elements for containment of small parts and components. Such a device as proposed here provides a means for storage space saving and efficient use of such common expendables as 1-pound coffee cans or a variety of food jars, each of which has its own removable top for dust-free storage of small parts. The frame is pivoted into the recess between exposed studs when not in use, and is held in the closed or recessed position through gravity, by reason of the center of mass of stored parts and components being positioned, in the storage elements, aft of the pivot line of the unit.