Of Wire Patents (Class 211/85.31)
  • Patent number: 11179006
    Abstract: A food support structure provides spacing rings and elevation to provide spacing and support for food items to optimize the cooking space of a round cooking device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2021
    Assignee: THERM-OMEGA-TECH, INC.
    Inventors: Robert Trudnak, Eric Fulmer
  • Patent number: 8931649
    Abstract: The creation is a rack for cup objects, which provides a rack easy to use and capable of placing cup objects, including: an integrated bended form of two vertical rods providing with symmetrical, vertically separated aligned oblique projections, wherein the oblique projections are inclined to the two vertical rods with oblique angles, a space is formed between upper and lower oblique projections, the space may contain embedded cup objects, and the oblique projection may be used to jam the cup cover of the cup object such that the effect that the cup object is positioned, undetached, and thus multiple cup objects may be positioned in alignment and easy to access is achieved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Inventor: Fang-Yin Chen
  • Patent number: 8870023
    Abstract: A cup rack includes a cup rack body for receiving multiple cups in a stack, and a base for supporting the storage cups in the cup rack body and defining an access port for finger access to pick up the cups individually.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2014
    Assignee: Dongguan Master United Plastic & Hardware Products Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Tsung-Yu Tsai
  • Publication number: 20140311998
    Abstract: A bag container dispenser rack includes a containment structure that has an open first end and an opposite, second end. The structure is sized and shaped to fit slidably about a container dispenser for film bags and has an aperture at the second end. The aperture is sized, shaped and located to at least partially align with a dispensing opening in the container dispenser. A support stand is attached to the containment structure and provides connection to a surface. The support stand is pivotally mounted to an underside of the structure and optionally is securable in either a first, upper position or a second, lower position. A latch prevents unwanted removal of the dispenser from the rack. Two or more structures may be attached to the support stand, thereby providing a choice of bags. Openings are provided in the rack to provide visual access to outer surfaces of the dispenser.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2014
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Inventor: Daniel Brian Tan
  • Patent number: 8746643
    Abstract: The inventive concept disclosed comprises a storage grate for grills of the type typically used in outdoor barbecue grills and particularly, kamado-style grills. The device is essentially a one-piece rod having been bent and formed into specific angles and segments, thereby allowing the device to be attached onto an outdoor cooking grill or kamado-style charcoal cooking grill as is marketed by many commercial brands. The device serves the purpose of short-term or long-term retention and storage of the grill used in the cooking process prior to, or after use of the grill for cooking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2014
    Inventor: Michael Chance
  • Patent number: 8714374
    Abstract: The invention relates to a bracket for mounting a container to a slotwall. The bracket comprises a base connected with a wire frame having an upper and lower element. The lower element provides support for the bottom of the container and the upper element may act as a lateral stop for the container. According to another embodiment of the invention, the wire frame may be rotatably coupled with the base such that the orientation of the wire frame relative to a vertical axis may be selectively adjusted.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Assignee: Whirlpool Corporation
    Inventors: Eric F. Bauchet, Gil A. Gaska, Travis M. Perkins, Michael J. Scherzer
  • Patent number: 8636152
    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.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2014
    Assignee: American Greetings Corporation
    Inventor: Christopher Weigand
  • Publication number: 20140021153
    Abstract: The invention is a dish rack for accommodating oversized containers in an automated dish machine. The rack includes a generally porous base surrounded by upstanding sidewalls and at least a pair of notches in one sidewall or opposing sidewalls configured for receiving an edge of the an oversized container. One form of the invention includes a wire framework having a base and one or more stanchions that extend generally upwardly from the base. The notches and wire framework are configured for supporting an oversized container at an angled position within an automated dish machine to inhibit spray from being directed out of the dish machine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2012
    Publication date: January 23, 2014
    Applicant: ECOLAB USA INC.
    Inventors: Andrew Michael Jensen, Wesley Mark Nelson, Bryan John Henneman
  • Publication number: 20130313211
    Abstract: A wire chafing stand consisting of an upper rim composed of wire rod steel in a closed geometrical configuration having two lateral sides and two longitudinal sides adapted for placement of a chafer containing a food product, a lower rim of wire rod steel spaced apart from the upper rim and a plurality of straight wire legs arranged in pairs extending upright between the upper and lower rims with each pair of wire legs affixed to a lateral side of the upper rim on opposite sides thereof and with each wire leg in each pair disposed in close proximity to the longitudinal side of the upper rim adjacent thereto for forming a gap between the point of attachment of the wire leg and the centerline of the longitudinal side of the upper rim adjacent thereto of less than about 1¼? in dimension.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2012
    Publication date: November 28, 2013
    Inventor: ROBERT JOHN SKVORECZ
  • Patent number: 8590715
    Abstract: A rack for carrying or displaying glassware or similar containers holding liquids such as beverages is disclosed. The rack has a planar portion, which may be defined by concentrically arranged wire rings, that supports several yokes around its outer edge. The yokes grasp the containers between outwardly extending arm segments. A straight post handle is joined to the center of the underside of the planar portion of the rack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 26, 2013
    Inventor: Silvio R. Gray
  • Patent number: 8496124
    Abstract: A rack includes a supporting open frame, a flat baffle bonded to the supporting open frame, and a flat holder sheet member attached to the supporting open frame over the flat baffle for holding cap-shaped items vertically in a line. The flat holder sheet member has an upper opening, a lower opening, and an elongated slot connected between the upper opening and the lower opening and kept in proximity to the flat baffle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2013
    Inventor: Fang-Yin Chen
  • Patent number: 8496125
    Abstract: A holder rack includes a supporting open frame, a rod baffle bonded to the supporting open frame in vertical, and a flat holder sheet member attached to the supporting open frame over the rod baffle for holding cap-shaped items vertically in a line. The flat holder sheet member has an upper opening, a lower opening, and an elongated slot connected between the upper opening and the lower opening and kept in proximity to the rod baffle.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2013
    Inventor: Fang-Yin Chen
  • Patent number: 8365717
    Abstract: An accessory for a barbecue includes a plurality of frames which are arranged in vertically spaced apart relationship and form an array having an outer perimeter and a central cavity. The array is placed on the solid fuel support of the barbecue, and solid fuel such as charcoal is placed around the outer perimeter of the array. The accessory has a base upon which a container is placed to collect juices from the cooking food.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2013
    Inventor: Phillip E. Perry
  • Publication number: 20120292273
    Abstract: The glassware rack for dishwashing machines includes an outer frame adapted to be slidably mounted inside a dishwasher. A plurality of wire-frame, glassware mounting bars are disposed between two sides of the outer frame. Each glassware mounting bar includes spaced loops for mounting the stems of the glassware. A mesh cover is pivotally attached to each glassware mounting bar and locks onto the bar by a latching mechanism. The cover overlies the bases of the mounted glassware and prevents the same from undesirable movement during subsequent washing and cleaning cycles of the dishwasher. Alternatively, the bars may be configured to hold the glassware at an angle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2012
    Publication date: November 22, 2012
    Inventor: ELAINE MCNAMARA
  • Patent number: 8083079
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a wire rack for mounting an iron on a wall and method of use thereof, and more specifically, to a wire rack for mounting an iron on a wall, the wire rack having a retractable rail for adjusting to different sizes of irons and equipped with an ironing board holder and a product holder. The iron holder holds the iron by the iron's base and can be adjusted to accommodate different sizes of irons. The frame is also made of heat-resistant, coated, welded wire that allows for the manufacture of a light, cost-effective device. The device is also equipped with large hooks to hold most types of ironing boards and arms designed to hold extra products used during ironing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2011
    Assignee: Panacea Products Corp.
    Inventor: Frederick K. Rosen
  • Patent number: 8083077
    Abstract: A display device for displaying a number of samples. The display device may include a vertical member, a number of display cells with samples thereon positioned on the vertical member, and a number of hanging displays with samples thereon positioned on the vertical member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2011
    Assignee: Beaulieu Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Danny S. Wade, Johannes Bakker
  • Publication number: 20110180496
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for retaining a carton containing a dispensable rolled material. In one embodiment, the carton includes a film cutter and the rolled material is a plastic film. The device is formed of a frame including a bottom support member, side retaining member, front retaining member and rear retaining member for securely holding the front, rear, bottom and side of the carton for continuous dispensing of the rolled material until the roll of material ends. A lid lock can be coupled to the frame for holding down a lid of the carton for expeditious pulling and dispensing of the rolled material from the carton. A rotatable locking member can be rotated between an open position for receiving the carton and a closed position for retaining the carton within the frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2010
    Publication date: July 28, 2011
    Inventors: Philip A. HERNBERG, Ian Kaiser, Sean Neiberger
  • Patent number: 7971737
    Abstract: A wall mountable shelf for storing items in a shower or bath enclosure includes a frame, a base member connected with the frame, a back plate connected with the frame and arranged to support the frame on the wall, and adhesive arranged between the back plate and the wall for securing the shelf to the wall surface. The frame includes a top rail portion, a front rail portion, and a pair of side rail portions connecting the top rail portion and the front rail portion. Each side rail portion includes a back portion extending downwardly from the top rail portion and a bottom portion extending from the back portion to the front rail portion arranged at an angle of less than 90°.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2011
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Peter J. Newbould, Pasquale Cirulli, Russell G. Pihlstrom
  • Patent number: 7959020
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a wire rack for mounting an iron on a wall and method of use thereof, and more specifically, to a wire rack for mounting an iron on a wall, the wire rack having a retractable rail for adjusting to different sizes of irons and equipped with an ironing board holder and a product holder. The iron holder holds the iron by the iron's base and can be adjusted to accommodate different sizes of irons. The frame is also made of heat-resistant, coated, welded wire that allows for the manufacture of a light, cost-effective device. The device is also equipped with large hooks to hold most types of ironing boards and arms designed to hold extra products used during ironing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2011
    Assignee: Panacea Products Corp.
    Inventor: Frederick K. Rosen
  • Patent number: 7931161
    Abstract: A wall mountable wire grid organizer rack assembly includes a support grid structure including a perimeter frame and a plurality of transverse support members connected with the perimeter frame. A plurality of accessories are removably connected with the support members, and at least one stretch removable adhesive strip is arranged between the support grid and the wall for securing the rack to the wall.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2011
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Peter J. Newbould, Ivana Babic, Craig Thompson, Russell G. Pihlstrom
  • Publication number: 20110068070
    Abstract: The present invention is drawn to a wire container comprising a plurality of spring-like wires having wave patterns forming a part support that minimize contact points between the container and one or more contained parts when the container is subjected to a vibration causing the wires and the parts to move, thereby eliminating any fixed contact points between the part and the supporting part support. Another aspect of the current invention is a process for removing penetrant from parts comprising: placing one or more parts with penetrant applied in a container having spring-like wire with wave patterns forming a part support; oscillating the container during a cleaning process thereby compressing and expanding one or more spring-like wires thus exposing part surfaces and removing the penetrant from the parts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2010
    Publication date: March 24, 2011
    Applicant: Randall Manufacturing Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Fred Randall, Robert G. Peterson, Al Raven
  • Publication number: 20110036797
    Abstract: A pan holder apparatus includes a pan-support assembly for holding a cooking vessel, a riser assembly disposed at a first edge of the pan-support assembly, the riser assembly having a first height for inclining the pan-support assembly at a first incline angle, and at least one retention assembly disposed at a second opposite edge of the pan-support assembly, the at least one retention assembly having a second height for preventing a cooking vessel from sliding off the pan-support assembly inclined by the riser at an angle relative to a level surface, the second height being less than the first height.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2009
    Publication date: February 17, 2011
    Inventors: Tom Dailey, Terry Dailey
  • Patent number: 7886917
    Abstract: Object storage trays provide a tray for storing pots, pans, and their lids. First and second top members and first and second end members form a generally rectangular frame attached to a first center member, a first cross member, and a second cross member. Generally sinusoidal longitudinal members are attached to the first cross member, first center member, and second cross member. Glider brackets are attached beneath the longitudinal members to connect gliders to the object storage tray. Dividers mounted on sliding pivots are attached to the first center member and have lid handle notches in their middles. A telescoping embodiment of the invention is also disclosed that permits adjustments to the width of the object storage tray.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2011
    Inventor: Stuart Berger
  • Publication number: 20090277852
    Abstract: A storage system for organizing containers and lids of varying sizes, depths and shapes through the use of compartments. The compartments are configured in a variety of practical dimensions such as square, circular and rectangular. Retractable legs and sliding tracks offer additional storage capability and adaptability for users dealing with limited kitchen and cabinet space. The storage system also is collapsible for increased durability and this function—coupled with at least one front retractable leg and at least one rear retractable leg—allow the user to adjust such aspects as the height of the system. The containers and lids relating to the storage system are preferably of the plastic variety.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2008
    Publication date: November 12, 2009
    Inventors: Connie Moore, Monique Moore
  • Publication number: 20090188875
    Abstract: A display device for displaying a number of samples. The display device may include a vertical member, a number of display cells with samples thereon positioned on the vertical member, and a number of hanging displays with samples thereon positioned on the vertical member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2008
    Publication date: July 30, 2009
    Applicant: BEAULIEU GROUP LLC
    Inventors: Danny S. Wade, Johannes Bakker
  • Patent number: 7520397
    Abstract: A multifunctional cup holding rack with a plurality of interconnected open cupholding compartments featuring backside magnetic elements for holding the rack fast against a vertically inclined metallic surface and characterized further by the presence of topside hookloop components and bottomside hook components for holding one rack below and connected to another.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2009
    Inventor: Joyce M. Segale
  • Publication number: 20080149576
    Abstract: Merchandising devices are described for holding, displaying, dispensing, and organizing different types of products typically found in the rough electrical aisle of a retail store.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2007
    Publication date: June 26, 2008
    Inventors: Michael D. Onachilla, Toben S. Parker, Jeffrey D. Heuer
  • Publication number: 20080149577
    Abstract: A rack apparatus (100) includes a frame (110) and a plurality of retaining members (160) mounted on the frame. Each retaining member includes a plurality of retaining elements (166). Each retaining element includes a bracket (1662) and at least two arms (1664), an arm being respectively attached to each corresponding end of the bracket. Each arm includes a retaining portion (1668) bounding at least one opening (1669) therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2007
    Publication date: June 26, 2008
    Applicants: SHENZHEN FUTAIHONG PRECISION INDUSTRIAL CO,.LTD., SUTECH TRADING LIMITED
    Inventors: CHIH-PEN LIN, YONG ZHANG, YUN HONG, ZHAN-GANG ZHU, QUN-GAO HU
  • Publication number: 20080035591
    Abstract: The invention is directed to a support rack for a container whereby consumers can access items stored within the container. The support rack comprises an arrangement of frame members, namely a first side frame member, a second side frame member, a front cross member extending between the first and second side frame members, and a rear cross member extending between the first and second side frame members. The support rack also includes an internal receiver that removably receives the container. The receiver is defined by an extent of each of the first and second side frame members, as well as a front internal member and a rear internal member, wherein both the front and rear internal members extend between the first and second side frame members. The rear cross member includes at least one connector that couples with a mounting structure, such as an open top cooler found in grocery stores.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 8, 2006
    Publication date: February 14, 2008
    Inventors: Kevin M. McLaughlin, Arlin Tao, Christopher Mattingly, Gary Dean Cooper, Chris Mastrodicasa, Phillip Delaney, Thomas Kozak
  • Patent number: 7198160
    Abstract: A sales rack for accommodating goods such as foods presented in open containers, such as fruits, vegetables, etc. The sales rack has a base and a goods support surface that is adjustable relative to the base. The goods support surface is equipped with at least one holder element which can be optionally affixed, and over which the goods, i.e. the containers can pass when they are put into place, to fix the goods in place in the slanted position of the goods support surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2007
    Assignee: Aldi Einkauf GmbH & Co. oHG
    Inventors: Peter Ernst, Robert Ochsenschläger
  • Patent number: 7159725
    Abstract: A balloon holding assembly includes a bottom support and an upper support each having a top side and a bottom side. A plurality of elongated vertical supports each has an upper end and a lower end. A plurality of couplers is attached to each of the upper and bottom supports for removably coupling each of the upper ends to a bottom side of the upper support and the lower ends to the top side of the bottom support. A cage is removably positionable over the upper support and extends downwardly from the upper support. Helium filled balloons may be positioned in the cage such that the horizontal wall prevents the balloons from floating upwardly away from the frame.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2007
    Inventors: James P. Gates, Pamela J. Gates
  • Patent number: 7025215
    Abstract: An apparatus for drying scuba diving gear is provided having a support member and first, second and third hanger sub-assemblies removably, slidably engageable with respect to the support member. The sub-assemblies are in vertical alignment with one another at their point of engagement with the support member. Each sub-assembly is adapted for specific pieces of scuba gear. Preferably, the support member is a vertically disposed shaft telescopically secured to an erectable/collapsible tripod assembly. An apparatus is also disclosed where the support member is a chain assembly having an attachment hook for attachment with respect to an overhead support at one end and a support bar to hold the hanger sub-assemblies upright in engagement with the chain assembly at the other end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2006
    Inventors: Michael J. Bain, Lisa M. Bain
  • Patent number: 6942107
    Abstract: A method and a system for transporting and cleaning slaughter equipment especially knives (3), gloves and aprons at slaughterhouses, the system comprising knife holding members for receiving and releasable holding one or more knives (3), glove holding members for receiving and releasable holding the gloves, apron holding members for receiving and releasable holding the aprons and a cleaning installation for cleaning the knives and/or gloves and/or aprons and/or the holding members. The holding members may be transported on trolleys, and the knife holding members may comprise a basked (4), wherein the knives are positioned so that the blunt knives have a different orientation than the other knives. The basket (4) may be positioned on the trolley on projections (26?) through the handgrips (13).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2005
    Assignee: Gjerstrup Trading A/S
    Inventor: Bent Neubert
  • Patent number: 6902072
    Abstract: A cooking utensil holder for storing cooking utensils with a waste collection tray and a support structure allowing cooking utensils to be oriented in a substantially vertical position and positioned above the floor and within the walls of the removable waste collection tray. The support structure has at least a first and a second utensil opening with the first utensil opening narrower than the second utensil opening and sized to maintain a knife in a substantially vertical position with the handle end pointed away from the waste collection tray. The second utensil opening is wider than the first utensil opening. At least one waste run off opening is provided in the bottom of the support structure and sized to allow liquid and solid waste to collect in the waste collection tray without clogging the waste run off opening when cooking utensils are stored.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2005
    Inventor: Jerine A. Douglas
  • Publication number: 20040060880
    Abstract: A support rack for a plastic container having a content in excess of 1.5 gallons of liquid. Two or more support members extend from a wire body section, for engagement with apertures in the plastic container. A connecting section extends between the support members of first sides thereof, and supporting sections extend from second sides thereof for connection to a suspending support member. In one embodiment the support members are U-shaped and in another embodiment they are finger members. The support rack can be connected to the suspending support member in a stationary or swivel manner or can be part of a rolling cart.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2003
    Publication date: April 1, 2004
    Inventors: Christopher F. Lang, Timothy S. Jones, Ron Dir
  • Patent number: 6667079
    Abstract: A decorative artificial wreath is described that can be easily modified to render the wreath useful for a multiple of seasons. The wreath is formed of a frame with back and front sections that is covered with artificial foliage, and a plant material holder, which may include a perforated cover, inserted between the frame sections at the lower part of the frame. Optional pins extend toward the front of the wreath from the frame to support removeable seasonal objects. Different plant material, artificial and/or natural, can be placed in the holder, and different seasonal objects can be placed on the pins to adapt the wreath to different seasons or occasions, thereby providing an economical alternative to purchasing different wreaths.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2003
    Inventor: Edward C. Glenn
  • Patent number: 6655537
    Abstract: A support rack for a plastic container having a content in excess of 1.5 gallons of liquid. Two or more support members extend from a wire body section, for engagement with apertures in the plastic container. A connecting section extends between the support members of first sides thereof, and supporting sections extend from second sides thereof for connection to a suspending support member. In one embodiment the support members are U-shaped and in another embodiment they are finger members. The support rack can be connected to the suspending support member in a stationary or swivel manner or can be part of a rolling cart.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2003
    Assignee: JohnsonDiversey, Inc.
    Inventors: Christopher F. Lang, Timothy S. Jones, David Andersen, Ron Dir
  • Patent number: 6599482
    Abstract: A centrifuge container transport rack designed with symmetrical opposing sides located over a central pivot. The pivot enables the rack to be utilized in the balancing of centrifuge containers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2003
    Assignee: Beckman Coulter, Inc.
    Inventors: Melvin Dorin, Patrick Q. Moore, Winston H. H. Lowe
  • Patent number: 6564950
    Abstract: A detachable holder is provided having a frame with a pair of outer longitudinally extending wire portions, a pair of inner longitudinal wire portions extending substantially the length of the frame and substantially parallel to the pair of outer longitudinally extending wire portions. The detachable holder also includes a plurality of support units securably attached to the frame, and a plurality of movable wire loops each having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is movably secured between the pair of outer longitudinally extending wire portions and the pair of inner longitudinal wire portions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2003
    Assignee: Harry Holms AB
    Inventor: Leif Holm
  • Publication number: 20020148795
    Abstract: A product merchandising assembly for attachment to a substantially vertical transparent surface such as the interior surface of a refrigerated cooler door including a removably attachable product storage member for receiving and retaining a plurality of product containers therewithin, a removably attachable graphic panel, and a plurality of suction type attachment devices for enabling the product storage member and the graphic panel to be simultaneously removably attached to the vertical transparent surface, the graphic panel being positioned and located between the product storage member and the vertical transparent surface so as to be viewed therethrough.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 17, 2001
    Publication date: October 17, 2002
    Inventors: Donald J. Miller, Maynard Johnson
  • Patent number: 6257421
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for storing, displaying and maintaining CD containers in vertical arrangement while displaying a large portion of the front face or rear face of each CD container in a substantially vertical arrangement slightly overlapped top to bottom, on a wall or other vertical surface with a pair of hangers each having a narrow and elongated body, at one end of which is an open hook part for supporting a portion of the object to be displayed, and at the other end of said body there is a closed hook part.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2000
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2001
    Inventor: Elkin Outten