Mobile Patents (Class 211/85.8)
  • Patent number: 11891236
    Abstract: A transport container for carrying objects includes a base for supporting the objects. Opposing first and second side walls are operatively connected to the base. At least one of the side walls is movable between an extended position and a contracted position. The transport container has a first width between the first and second side walls when at least one of the side walls is in the extended position and a second width between the side walls when at least one of the side walls is in the contracted position. The second width is different from the first width. The first and second side walls are also movable between a deployed position and a collapsed position. The transport container has a first height when the side walls are in the deployed position and a second height different than the first height when the side walls are in the collapsed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 6, 2024
    Assignee: PVPallet, Inc.
    Inventors: Luke Phelps, Steven Kottwitz, Bryan Kottwitz, Brian Trushinger
  • Patent number: 11767161
    Abstract: An Adjustable Lift Bar System for roll off containers and other applications used to enable a roll off to be compatible with a lift bar hoist system set at various heights; the system includes a lift bar having a crown; a pair of lift bar flanges and mounting flanges with a set of holes to receive removable fasteners and mounting flanges; a long spreader tube between the mounting flanges; a pair of short spreader tubes, bolt plates with a series of holes, the pair of vertical supports, and fasteners to adjustably secure the pair of the mounting flanges of the lift bar assembly to the pair of the bolt plates.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: September 26, 2023
    Inventor: Nick Alspach
  • Patent number: 10820695
    Abstract: A portable organizer system, including a base, a column coupled to the base, a plurality of receivers coupled to the column, wherein each receiver in the plurality of receivers includes a back element adapted to couple to the column and having a lower edge, and an angled planar element sharing the lower edge of the back element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2020
    Inventor: Teri Kramer
  • Patent number: 10766700
    Abstract: A modular order fullment system uses a number of inexpensive mobile apparatuses such as containers with horizontally accessible bins that are brought to a stationary frame that supports a pick-to-light system to direct a human or robotic operator to pick from or put to receptacles in the mobile apparatus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2020
    Assignee: INTELLIGRATED HEADQUARTERS, LLC
    Inventors: Christopher M. Engel, Hazem N. Nashif, Joseph B. Nentwig, Lance Reese, William J Godschalk
  • Patent number: 9038804
    Abstract: A roller track comprising a base, a tray, and a plurality of rollers. The tray is configured to slide into the base, and comprises a first end, a center portion comprising a plurality of notches, and a second end. The first end and the second end comprise a plurality of slots. The plurality of rollers is configured to engage the plurality of notches.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2015
    Assignee: THE MARCO COMPANY
    Inventor: Craig Alan Nickell
  • Publication number: 20150118006
    Abstract: A transport and storage apparatus includes two support members pivotally connected to a substantially rectangular base platform at opposed sides of the platform, and a plurality of wheels are attached to the bottom surface of the base platform. The base can include first and second end sections pivotally connected to a mid-section. The apparatus can be moved between a loading position in which the mid-section, the first end section and the second end section are substantially co-planar and the support members extend substantially upwardly from the base platform, to a storage position in which the support members lie flat on the upper surface of the base platform and the first and second end sections extend substantially perpendicular to the mid-section.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventor: Aisha Wallace-Riley
  • Publication number: 20150052726
    Abstract: A safety appliance for a downhaul weight. The safety appliance includes a cradle that is configured and arranged to receive support a downhaul weight in its normal working orientation. The safety appliance is capable of receiving and supporting downhaul weights having different sizes and dimensions. When a downhaul weight is seated in the cradle, the safety appliance may provide a working space therebelow. The cradle of the safety appliance may include friction reducing material that allows a downhaul weight to be manipulated while it is seated in the cradle. The safety appliance and a downhaul weight may be conveyed from one location to another location as a single unit. The safety appliance may include one or more box-beams that facilitate lifting the safety appliance from below and/or one or more lifting lugs that facilitate lifting the safety appliance from above.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2013
    Publication date: February 26, 2015
    Applicant: MACHINING & WELDING BY OLSEN, INC.
    Inventors: David A. Camp, Chris R. Johnson, Darin L. Young
  • Patent number: 8960455
    Abstract: A mobile industrial rack system which includes a flue spacer, a carriage spacer, and a synchronous motor control that individually and collectively allows the rack system to be used on unleveled surfaces. The industrial rack system is therefore well suited for storage facilities in which it is not possible or not desired to level an otherwise unleveled floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Spacesaver Corporation
    Inventors: Matthew A. Tourdot, James C. Muth, Brian R. Nemec, Brian P. Bourke, Eric J. Wipperfurth
  • Publication number: 20150034579
    Abstract: An apparatus for carrying and/or storing shelves which is capable of folding into a compact condition to minimize the footprint of the device when not in use for carrying or storing shelves. The apparatus includes a releasable transverse cross member extending between the side frames to form a base for supporting shelves.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Applicant: Madix, Inc.
    Inventors: Shawn Michael Kahler, Don Richard Doyle, JR.
  • Patent number: 8919582
    Abstract: Changeover parts are mountable on a modular changeover parts cart characterized by a cart frame having a plurality of rigidly interconnected beams supportable on wheels, and a suspension frame having a plurality of rigidly interconnected vertical struts and beams supportable on the cart frame. A first one of a plurality of mounting components is removably coupleable with the cart frame or the suspension frame for supporting one of a star wheel, a guide, or a timing screw. The first one of the plurality of mounting components is simultaneously orthogonally coupleable with the plurality of beams. The first one of the plurality of mounting components is replaceable by or combinable with a second one of the plurality of mounting components for supporting another of a star wheel, a guide, or a timing screw.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2014
    Assignee: Change Parts, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Ray Kmetz, III, Kristian Michael Hanson
  • Publication number: 20140360552
    Abstract: A combined PV panel assembly jig and forklift transport pallet is used to assemble PV panels for transport to a field array from a protected manufacturing environment. The panels are assembled to have adhesively applied rails for transport by a robotic drone on a ground-support rack and are pre-wired. The PV panel assembly jig holds, protects, and aligns the PV panels in an upside down position, opposite to their operational position, for ease of wiring in order to decrease the manual labor required in the field. Once the pallet is transported to the load station at the end of a row of solar panel racks in the field array, a robotic loader lifts the upside down PV panels from the combined PV panel assembly jig and forklift transport pallet in an arcing overhead motion that lifts, tilts, and deposits the PV panels in an upright position at the loading station of a railed rack support as ground-mounted in a solar panel field array.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2014
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Applicant: Brittmore Group LLC
    Inventors: Eric Bramwell Britcher, Jeffrey Allen Moore, John Andrew Samuels
  • Publication number: 20140332485
    Abstract: A ladder carrier is disclosed herein. The ladder carrier includes a pair of pneumatic tires that are connected to each other through an axle. The ladder carrier further includes a support frame that is mounted on the axle. The support frame may include two bars that may be configured to hold at least one ladder such that centre of gravity of the at least one ladder is supported by the pair of pneumatic tires. Further, the ladder carrier includes a base structure that may be connected between the two bars. The base structure may be connected to the two bars at a portion above the axle. The base structure may provide a platform for supporting the at least one ladder.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2013
    Publication date: November 13, 2014
    Inventor: Christian Stacy Rich
  • Publication number: 20140305743
    Abstract: A holding system for holding blades for a wind turbine is provided. The holding system comprises a base frame, a support frame having a first holding section for holding a first blade of the wind turbine and a second holding section for holding a second blade of the wind turbine and a wheel arrangement. The support frame is mounted to the base frame. The wheel arrangement is mounted to the base frame such that the base frame is movable on a base surface such as the ground.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2012
    Publication date: October 16, 2014
    Inventors: Henning Poulsen, Jan Emil Westergaard
  • Publication number: 20140284292
    Abstract: A photovoltaic panel support system is provided. The panel support may include a surface frame and a support frame. The surface frame may be mounted to a surface. The support frame may be attached to the surface frame and may support photovoltaic panels. The present invention may further include a plurality of vertical posts. Each vertical post may include a top end and a bottom end. The top end may connect with the support frame and the bottom end is supported by at least one of the surface frame and the surface. At least a portion of the plurality of vertical posts includes a wheel on the bottom end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2014
    Publication date: September 25, 2014
    Inventor: Richard Pantel
  • Publication number: 20140265776
    Abstract: A welding support system, for example, formed as a wagon or cart, includes at least one shelf having configurable support components for supporting different configurations of welding equipment, and legs interconnecting the shelve. The at least one shelf is angled in a manner that provides enhanced visibility of and/or access to welding equipment supported thereon.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Workshops for Warriors
    Inventor: HernĂ¡n Luis y Prado
  • Publication number: 20140263120
    Abstract: A portable organizer system, comprising a base, a column coupled to the base, a plurality of receivers coupled to the column, wherein each receiver in the plurality of receivers includes a back element adapted to couple to the column and having a lower edge, and an angled planar element sharing the lower edge of the back element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventor: Teri Kramer
  • Publication number: 20140230229
    Abstract: A coiled tubing servicing system comprising a servicing cart comprising two or more support frames, a length of coiled tubing supported by the servicing cart, a servicing fixture disposed about a portion of the length of coiled tubing adjacent the servicing cart, wherein the servicing fixture is movable along a longitudinal axis of the length of coiled tubing and radially about the longitudinal axis of the length of coiled tubing; and a servicing tool coupled to the servicing fixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2013
    Publication date: August 21, 2014
    Applicant: HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES, INC.
    Inventors: Kenneth Glenn DIXSON, Brian Vandellyn PARK, Maximo Gustavo MICHAELIS, Mikko JAASKELAINEN
  • Publication number: 20140231371
    Abstract: A device for supporting a plurality of flexible containers (1) for liquid; characterized in that it comprises a plurality of baskets (10), each adapted to contain at least one said flexible container (1), a magazine (60) to receive said baskets (10), able to adopt an operating configuration in which said baskets (10) are disposed inclined one above the other, which magazine (60) comprises support means (75) for said baskets (10), able to adopt a loading/unloading position in which they are adapted such that each said basket (10) can be loaded/unloaded along a horizontal path, and able to adopt an operating position in which they are adapted to maintain each said basket (10) in inclined position to make said magazine (60) adopt said operating configuration, and means (83) for driving said support means (75) between said loading/unloading position and said operating position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2014
    Publication date: August 21, 2014
    Applicant: EMD Millipore Corporation
    Inventors: Rene Reinbigler, Jean-Louis Weissenbach
  • Publication number: 20140217044
    Abstract: A tool cart includes tool containing or supporting features as well as workbench features, such as a work surface. The tool cart is preferably mobile, permitting it to be moved or transported. In addition, the tool cart is preferably modular, permitting the configuration thereof to be user-configurable. In one configuration, the tool cart includes a frame defining an interior space. The tool cart further includes a generally planar work surface located in the interior space and dividing the interior space into a work space above the work surface and a storage space below the work surface. A number of storage elements such as shelves, drawers or bins, the location, number and type of which may be changed, are preferably located in the storage space.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2013
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Applicant: JPL INVESTMENTS, LLC
    Inventor: Joseph W. Cole
  • Publication number: 20140217045
    Abstract: One object of the invention of the apparatus includes a frame, which includes at one end, on both the sides vertical beams. The vertical beams can have multiple horizontal beams that have attached to them multiple supporting posts that allow for the automobile part to be securely held in place and supported. The arrangement of the multiple supporting posts can vary in order to be able to support different automobile parts. The apparatus can include additional support portions to provide additional support for automobile parts. Additionally, vertical extensions can be used to provide for support of additional automobile parts.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 7, 2013
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Inventor: Christopher George Nesin
  • Publication number: 20140197120
    Abstract: A syringe holder body holds syringes in apertures passing through the rectangular body due to the action of a pliable layer within the holder body. The holder body may be transported between base units which have track bodies which hold the body locked in place when it is inserted therein. Latches and track arms provide more secure locking into place. Projecting from the bottom of the flat syringe holder body are syringe guards which protect the bottom end of the syringes and their needles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2013
    Publication date: July 17, 2014
    Inventor: David Edward Seiwell
  • Publication number: 20140144855
    Abstract: A supporting device for a display apparatus is disclosed. The supporting device comprises a chassis, threaded stem casters, a bed plate, and a main beam. The plurality of casters disposed in the chassis allow the supporting device be moved. The bed plate covers the chassis and comprises a first top wall and a first side wall surrounding the first top wall. A height of the first side wall is greater than that of the chassis. The first top wall covers and is on top of the chassis. The first top wall comprises an opening area. The plurality of casters are located in the opening area. The main beam is fixed to the chassis for hanging the display apparatus. The present invention supporting device is readily adjustable. The display apparatus is moved conveniently and efficiently, and the integration design of the supporting device and the display apparatus is more aesthetically pleasing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2012
    Publication date: May 29, 2014
    Applicant: SHENZHEN CHINA STAR OPTOELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Guofu Tang, Yuchun Hsiao
  • Publication number: 20130327736
    Abstract: Apparatuses, systems and methods are provided for packaging and protecting flowers. Specifically, a rigid crate or bucket holds cut flowers therein, and a rigid sleeve protects the same. The crate or bucket may be stackable for storing and/or shipping of the same, thereby protecting the flowers therein. Moreover, systems comprise a foldable rack for holding one or a plurality of crates or buckets thereon for displaying the same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2013
    Publication date: December 12, 2013
    Inventors: Rick W. Del Olmo, David E. Hidding
  • Publication number: 20130327735
    Abstract: The adaptor pallet includes two sets of parallel tracks, a lifting structure connecting the tracks at an elevated level, a loading end for introducing dollies to the adapter pallet, and a closed end including a stopper for limiting the movement of dollies. The adaptor pallet further includes a locking plate which is rotatably connected to the lifting structure at one end, while another end of the locking plate includes a stopper protrusion and a member for releasably affixing the locking plate into a horizontal position such that the stopper protrusion limits the movement of the dollies at the loading end of the adaptor pallet, wherein the locking plate is releasable from the horizontal position into an angled position for opening the loading end of the adaptor pallet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2013
    Publication date: December 12, 2013
    Inventors: Jack GRĂ–NHOLM, Jussi RANINEN
  • Publication number: 20130285595
    Abstract: An apparatus and method for portable solar panel assemblies configured to enable the unit to be transported by multiple means in order to provide both grid tied and off grid power as needed. Solar panel assemblies are configured to have a range of rotation of approximately 0 to 25 degrees in two directions to allow efficient sunlight capture. The solar panel assembly in the closed position will allow for more compact and aerodynamic profile when being transported.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2013
    Publication date: October 31, 2013
    Inventor: Robert G Eaton, JR.
  • Publication number: 20130270462
    Abstract: A rollable structure for suspending a heavy radiation protective garment so as to allow easy movement in a clinical environment subject to exposure to x-radiation. The structure comprises a vertically extending frame that is attachable to a user, and that permits the user to move freely around the clinical environment and to perform clinical duties without having to bear the weight of the shielding garment. The frame is vertically adjustable, and supports upper shield support surfaces for supporting the shoulder portions of a radiation protection apron. The upper support surfaces extend outwardly from the vertical frame. A rollable lower support frame for the vertical support frame is provided that includes a first lower frame extending forwardly from the vertically extending frame. A second lower frame for supporting the vertically extending frame is located at a position other than forwardly of the vertically extending frame. A pair of casters is provided at the lower end of each of the lower frames.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: October 17, 2013
    Inventor: Thomas J. Beck
  • Publication number: 20130248473
    Abstract: A furniture display rack aims to hold at least one set of outdoor furniture which includes a table, at least one chair and a parasol. The furniture display rack comprises a first rack, a second rack connected to one end of the first rack and a support rack. The first rack includes a first retaining bar and a first holding space between two ends of the first retaining bar to hold the table. The first retaining bar has an insertion portion insertable by the parasol and two first retaining portions at two ends thereof leaned by the table. The second rack includes a pair of base beams respectively connected to one end of a support post and a second holding space between the two base beams to hold the chair. The furniture display rack thus formed can hold and display the furniture in smaller display space.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2012
    Publication date: September 26, 2013
    Inventors: Lausan Chung-Hsin Liu, Shopo Hsin Tsu Liu, Fibro Tsu Kun Liu
  • Publication number: 20130248472
    Abstract: A free-standing display assembly is provided holding products for retail sale. The assembly includes a sub-assembly having a base, supporting shroud, left and right side walls, and slotted metal spine. An inner sleeve is held adjacent the supporting shroud. Metal shelves with plastic trays are hangable at different heights along the slotted metal spine. A first transparent plastic panel is sized to cover a rear graphic sheet which is removably insertable between the first transparent plastic panel and the supporting shroud. A second transparent plastic panel is sized to cover 5-50% of an upper area of the inner sleeve and is attached to the inner sleeve. A front graphic sheet is sandwiched between the second transparent plastic panel and the inner sleeve. The configuration of the flexible panels readily permits in under 5 minutes to replace rear and front graphic sheets with alternative advertising.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2012
    Publication date: September 26, 2013
    Applicant: CONOPCO, INC., D/B/A UNILEVER
    Inventors: Michael William Fromm, Christina Diane Cvetan
  • Publication number: 20130248474
    Abstract: A mobile industrial rack system which includes a flue spacer, a carriage spacer, and a synchronous motor control that individually and collectively allows the rack system to be used on unleveled surfaces. The industrial rack system is therefore well suited for storage facilities in which it is not possible or not desired to level an otherwise unleveled floor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 21, 2013
    Publication date: September 26, 2013
    Applicant: Spacesaver Corporation
    Inventors: Matthew A. Tourdot, James C. Muth, Brian R. Nemec, Brian P. Bourke, Eric J. Wipperfurth
  • Publication number: 20130213913
    Abstract: A device for the transportation of vehicles, at a prescribed maximum height of the system, transports an increased possible number of vehicles on a given surface area. The device is suitable for transportation by air, sea, and land. In this context, the vehicles are not unloaded from the device, even in the case of combined land, sea, or air transportation. The device consists of a lower pallet and an upper pallet. The upper pallet is supported on booms which, in turn, rest on the lower pallet. The booms are individually height-adjustable so that the upper pallet can be tilted relative to the lower pallet in the longitudinal direction. At the second end, there is a support element on which the device can be moved in the lengthwise direction, at least if it has been slightly lifted at the opposite first end.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2011
    Publication date: August 22, 2013
    Inventor: Sven KohlgrĂ¼ber
  • Patent number: 8511495
    Abstract: A rampable crate for riding lawn mowers in which a pallet connects to a top frame with a plurality of posts, and the pallet includes a pair of spaced-apart rails disposed at an oblique angle as an upward ramp to an edge of the pallet for travel of the rear wheels of the riding lawn mower with the posts selectively extending from the edge of the pallet to define a downward ramp from the pallet in order for the lawn mower to be driven off the pallet. A method of removing a riding lawn mower from a crate is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 20, 2013
    Assignee: North American Container Corporation
    Inventors: Charles F. Grigsby, Jeffrey C. Banks
  • Publication number: 20130200022
    Abstract: A support structure of the type used as a truss for entertainment productions is disclosed. The support structure includes a plurality of frame segments arranged to form a truss and an implement bracket attached to the truss, the implement bracket connecting an implement to the truss. The implement bracket deploys from a stowed position within a space defined by the truss through a window of the truss formed by truss frame segments to a working position outside the space defined by the truss.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 7, 2012
    Publication date: August 8, 2013
    Applicant: TAIT TOWERS, INC.
    Inventor: Adam DAVIS
  • Patent number: 8498778
    Abstract: A turn signal control system for use with a right turn signal and a left turn signal of a motor vehicle and a vehicle navigation system is provided. The turn signal system includes a processor configured to be operably coupled to the vehicle navigation system. The processor is configured to receive map data and route data from the vehicle navigation system. The processor is configured to determine a turn zone of the vehicle based on a set of criteria. A turn signal controller is operably coupled to the processor and configured to activate one of the right and left turn signals when the vehicle is in the turn zone. A method of controlling a right and left turn signal is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2013
    Assignee: Continental Automotive Systems, Inc
    Inventors: Shafer Seymour, Robert Gee
  • Publication number: 20130182340
    Abstract: An apparatus for supporting electronic equipment on the exterior of an outdoor structure includes a base member configured to be coupled to the exterior of the outdoor structure, a first housing coupled to the base member, and at least one shelf disposed within the first housing. Each shelf includes a support surface, a plurality of support orifices disposed therethrough, and at least one first communication orifice disposed therethrough. A plurality of support members is configured to be inserted through the support orifices. A floor member is coupled to the first housing and has at least one second communication orifice disposed therethrough. The plurality of support members is configured to couple the at least one shelf to the floor member. A substantially transparent second housing is mounted on the floor member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2012
    Publication date: July 18, 2013
    Inventor: Scott Davis
  • Publication number: 20130170941
    Abstract: A load carrier includes a load changing frame that has first and second end portions. The load changing frame has two longitudinal frame beams, two transverse frame beams arranged at the end portions of the load changing frame, and a first, upwardly tapering lifting stand. The second end portion of the load changing frame includes a second lifting stand, which is shaped and arranged in accordance with the first lifting stand. The transverse frame beams are elongated to extend outward from the longitudinal frame beams for mounting of supports facing the support surface. A plurality of such load carriers are adapted to be stacked on top of each other, wherein each overlying load carrier with its lifting stands is adapted to straddle the lifting stands of the underlying load carrier vertically from above, wherein the length of the stack corresponds to the length of the load carrier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2011
    Publication date: July 4, 2013
    Inventors: Maria Drott, Lennart Olving
  • Patent number: 8443990
    Abstract: A mobile industrial rack system which includes a flue spacer, a carriage spacer, and a synchronous motor control that individually and collectively allows the rack system to be used on unleveled surfaces. The industrial rack system is therefore well suited for storage facilities in which it is not possible or not desired to level an otherwise unleveled floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Assignee: Spacesaver Corporation
    Inventors: Matthew A. Tourdot, James C. Muth, Brian R. Nemec, Brian P. Bourke, Eric Wipperfurth
  • Publication number: 20130105424
    Abstract: A tool stand includes a base, a post rotationally supported on the base, at least two trays rotationally supported on the post above the base, small wheels connected to the base, and large wheels connected to the lowermost one of trays so that the large wheels do not interfere with the rotation of the base relative to the post.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2011
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Inventor: Da-Sen LIN
  • Publication number: 20130056431
    Abstract: A tool-displaying apparatus includes a base, a tray and at least one linkage. The tray is connected to the base so that the tray can be pivoted relative to the base between a flat position and a fully pivoted position. The linkage is used to keep the tray in the fully pivoted position relative to the base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2011
    Publication date: March 7, 2013
    Inventor: Da-Sen LIN
  • Publication number: 20130032558
    Abstract: An array of storage receivers such as bins of various sizes supported by a transportable stand to which the bins may be removably attached. The stand may have a handle for carrying, and wheels for movably supporting the stand and the array of storage bins.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 3, 2011
    Publication date: February 7, 2013
    Inventor: TERI KRAMER
  • Publication number: 20130025196
    Abstract: The disclosed embodiments relate generally to a system for displaying plants. The system includes a tray and at least one grow pot with a protruding wick. Grow pots are easily and securely placed at an angle in the tray for display of foliage. The grow pots are easily rearranged and replaced without plant removal from the grow pot. Trays may be stacked together to provide a foliage area. Plants are easily watered by filling a tray to create a reservoir that conserves water. Individual grow pots need not be watered since the wicks take in water to the plant. Messy drainage of plants is avoided by the tray's ability to self-contain the water. Trays may be filled manually or with an automatic watering system. Slots or holes in the tray prevent over watering. Trays may be wall mounted or stacked in carriers. Carriers may have wheels for mobility, and a wheel cover for added appearance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2011
    Publication date: January 31, 2013
    Inventors: Steven Decker, Philip Feinman
  • Publication number: 20120285905
    Abstract: Disclosed is a cart having a number of stretcher-like platforms suitable for placement and storage of a medical training manikin. The platforms are mounted to the cart such that they may be substantially pulled out in a direction parallel to their width, so as to facilitate easy loading and unloading of the manikins as well as to provide user access to the manikin when in its proper position on the platform if needed. The cart may include a series of electrical connectors for powering and/or charging the manikins during storage. Additionally, the electrical connectors may be selectively fed by an on-board battery which would enable the manikins to be powered and/or charged even during transport. The cart also preferably includes a motorized lift system, powered by an on-board battery, which raises and lowers the various platforms to allow the height of each platform to be brought to a loading level.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2011
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Inventors: Scott A. Engum, David C. Luter, Phillip H. Canada, Paul M. Collins, Jennifer Dwyer
  • Publication number: 20120273445
    Abstract: A method for caring for a bed-ridden patient utilizing a portable caddy for storing items used to cleanse and care for the patient. The caddy includes a base frame supported on wheels and a support post rigidly attached to and extending upwardly from the base frame. The post supports a first metal wire basket receptacle shaped and sized to receive a urinal vessel, a second metal wire basket receptacle shaped and sized to receive a bedpan, and a third receptacle shaped and sized to store a collection of disposable wipes. The caddy further carries a metal wire baskets for holding ointments, sprays and the like, and personal hand wipes, and a wire wastebasket to receive disposable wipes after they are used.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 2, 2012
    Publication date: November 1, 2012
    Inventor: Donna Emerson Cregg
  • Publication number: 20120267330
    Abstract: Provided is a combined pot and pan lid holder in the form of an open-top cylindrical body with a vertical slot for insertion of the user's hand and an internal kitchen utensil holder insertable into the cylindrical body. When necessary, the hot pot or pan lid is placed during cooking onto the open top side of the cylindrical body with the internal (pot or pan covering) side of the lid facing up. Since the internal side of the lid faces up, dripping from the lid to the support surface is completely prevented. The internal holder, which is intended for elongated kitchen utensils, such as ladle spoons, taste spoons, etc., can be used independently or held inside the cylindrical body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2011
    Publication date: October 25, 2012
    Inventors: German Borodulin, Alexander Shkolnik
  • Publication number: 20120248834
    Abstract: A frame of rectangular configuration, constructed of structural components and usable in connection with modular furniture. Front and back frame components are interconnected by a pair of side components, and a locking bar member extends between the side components and is movable therealong while remaining essentially parallel to the back component. The locking bar member has a straight edge in alignment with and parallel to a straight edge of the back component, such that when the locking bar member is brought into a relatively close relation to the back component, the straight edges of the back component and the locking bar member can hold therebetween a backrest equipped with cleats in a secure, fixed position, without the need for screws, bolts, pins or other joinder elements.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 4, 2011
    Publication date: October 4, 2012
    Inventors: William L. Whidden, Lawrence W. Bechtold
  • Publication number: 20120251275
    Abstract: A device for storing and handling Petri dishes having a base with a base wall arranged on a circumference of the base, and a lid. The device includes a storage device structured and arranged for storing the Petri dishes in an upside-down orientation so that respective lids are oriented below their respective bases, an inspection device structured and arranged for automatic inspection of the Petri dishes without their respective lids, and a transfer device structured and arranged for transferring the Petri dishes between the storage device and the inspection device. The transfer device includes a gripper, with which a respective Petri dish without the lid can be grasped laterally on the base wall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2012
    Publication date: October 4, 2012
    Applicant: LICONIC AG
    Inventor: Cosmas G. MALIN
  • Publication number: 20120223035
    Abstract: An organizational music stand architecture for practicing or performing, while at the same time organizing and storing various accessories for music. The stand comprises a base section, two side sections, and a back section secured together. An accessory plate assembly, situated at the top of the unit, is secured to the two side sections. A music rest platform is secured to the accessory plate assembly so as to display objects in a near vertical position. The height of the base section is designed for placement of the organizational stand on a floor surface. Typically, the organizational stand would also comprise wheels, positioned at the bottom of the base section toward the rear of the stand, enabling the stand to be rolled on the wheels to another location. There would also be at least one or two drawers, such as a utility drawer and a hanging-file drawer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2012
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Inventor: Ted N. Kelley, III
  • Publication number: 20120170227
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for an accessible equipment rack system. A mounting frame having a set of transport elements and a translation mechanism is connected to a translating equipment rack. The translation mechanism moves the translating equipment rack to enable access to said translating equipment rack from an exterior area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2011
    Publication date: July 5, 2012
    Applicant: The Boeing Company
    Inventors: Andrew John Bayliss, Perry Nicholas Rea, Kevin Matthew Retz
  • Publication number: 20120074084
    Abstract: A tire rack includes a base having a plurality of apertures in a bottom surface, and a plurality of posts extending from a top surface of the base. Each of the plurality of posts has a reduced diameter portion having dimensions corresponding to the apertures in the bottom surface of the base. The tire rack further includes a plurality of side bars. Each side bar extending between two of the plurality of posts, and each side bar having a plurality of apertures. The tire rack also has a plurality of crossbars. Each crossbar extends between two of the plurality of side bars, wherein each crossbar has a first end removably received in an aperture of a first side bar and a second end removably received in an aperture of a second side bar. The plurality of crossbars are configured to receive a plurality of tires in an upright position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2011
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Applicant: DEALER TIRE, LLC
    Inventors: Scott BARBER, Mark KING, David SHAFFSTALL
  • Publication number: 20120006776
    Abstract: Apparatus for supporting a panel of plywood or sheetrock having a frame with left and right vertical tubes, a bottom horizontal tube attached to the sides and at the bottom ends of the vertical tubes, and a top horizontal tube attached to a side of the left and right vertical tubes and at their top ends. The bottom tube has a first cutout which is sized to receive a stud; and a clip having a second cutout with a width which is sized to receive a stud is attached to the top tube. The distance between the outside surfaces of the left and right vertical tubes is sized to fit between studs located on sixteen inch centers and the ends of the top and bottom horizontal tubes extend beyond the outside edges of the left and right vertical tubes to prevent the frame, when placed between two studs, from falling in between the studs.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2010
    Publication date: January 12, 2012
    Inventor: David Merritt
  • Publication number: 20110253656
    Abstract: The present device a modular collapsible gardening rack includes a base; vertical uprights demountably attached at one end to the base; cross members demountably attached at each end to the vertical uprights; and a flexible shelf connected at each side to one cross member thereby defining a shelf panel there between. The shelving material includes shelf pockets at preselected pocket spacings, the pockets for connecting the shelf to the cross members by inserting the cross members there through. Preferably in a collapsed position the demounted vertical uprights and the demounted cross members are rolled up inside the flexible shelf and into a storage position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 11, 2011
    Publication date: October 20, 2011
    Inventor: Archie Vermeer