Abstract: The present disclosure relates to stacked, grid storage systems such as densely packed storage systems, and methods of adjusting, regulating, controlling and maintaining the temperature of storage systems.

Abstract: Present embodiments relate to an appliance installation pan which provides multi-functional improvement for at least installation, collection of fluid, and direction of air flow to the appliance. The installation pan also improves installation by fixing the appliance to the pan and the pan to the mobile application structure, for example RV or marine craft. Further, the installation pan provides for a repeatable means of locating the appliance and consistent installation to reduce appliance problems that may be associated with incorrect installation.

Abstract: A storage chest has a base, a plurality of rails coupled to the base, and a side panel at each side coupled to the base between the rails. The base further includes a front panel coupled to the base between the side panel, a rear panel coupled to the base on a side opposite the front panel and between the side panels, and a cover movably coupled to the storage chest and configured to move from a closed position fully extending over the storage chest and substantially parallel to and opposite the base to an open position exposing an interior of the storage chest. The side, front, and rear panels and rails define openings providing access from an area exterior to the storage chest to the interior of the storage chest.

Abstract: A method for personalized labeling of decal decorated item at a point of sale for consumer by laminating a personal label on or adjacent a preexisting decal applied to the item. The personal label may comprise an access code to a secure information source, identification information or a greeting.

Abstract: A crate, in particular a fruit or vegetable crate, including a bottom panel with a rectangular base area, side panels, which each protrude from a lateral edge of the bottom panel and perpendicular to the bottom panel. The bottom panel and side panels form a storage space for storing goods; and the crate has sides, namely length sides with a side length and width sides with a side length. The crate has the side lengths dimensioned so that a plurality of crates can be placed next to and against one another in an essentially flush way, in one level on standard format pallets and/or in standard format larger crates. One exemplary embodiment has a side length of the width side of 11.4 cm and a length of the length side of 15.0 cm.

Abstract: The present invention is concerned with apparatus and methods for packing and handling articles of produce and the like. The apparatus includes a uniquely designed produce basket and rack combination. The basket comprises a framework containing a basket opening. A flange is detachably attached to the framework and surrounds the basket opening. A pair of lugs extend out from the flange, and function as handles for carrying the basket or for pulling the flange to detach it from the basket framework. An air-permeable barrier is heat sealed to the flange to create a closure to the basket opening. The closure is first opened by detaching at least a portion of the basket flange from the framework and is closed by pulling the detached flange portion down around the opening of the framework and engaging a spur. The rack comprises a rack framework which includes a top end containing a plurality of rack openings.

Abstract: A plastic box has vertical walls and a bottom, the walls having openings in the form of slits which have their inner edges set outwardly at the bases of respective inwardly diverging troughs to minimize the contact of the contained fruits or vegetables with the inner edges of the openings.

Abstract: A combination shipping and display crate includes a pair of end walls to which are fixed a plurality of slats in which at least one slat is slidably mounted in opposing slots formed in the crate end walls, and held in place by friction or torsion.

Abstract: A grape or fruit box includes a pair of laterally spaced, rigid ends, to which is secured a wrap assembly of paper overlay laminated veneer, extending substantially about the sides and bottom of the box. The ends are each formed with a groove extending from the right to left side of the end, and relatively closely adjacent the upper edge of the end. The groove extends parallel to the upper side of the end, and the lower edge of the groove is chamfered or bevelled along its entire length. The box lid or cover pad comprises a relatively thin and flexible sheet of laminated veneer or heavyweight paper. To secure the cover pad to the box, one end of the lid may be inserted in one groove of one end, and the lid then bowed upwardly in its center area, so that the opposite end of the lid may be located below the groove in the opposite end. By then pulling upwardly on that opposite pad end, the latter will snap into the groove, facilitated by the lower, chamfered edge of the groove.

Abstract: A unitary molded citrus crate ideally suited for the storage and transport of citrus is disclosed. The citrus crate is specifically configured to provide a combination of flat and convex surfaces in the internal fruit holding portion to prevent damage to the fruit therein to the maximum extent possible. A center divider is provided to prevent separation of the side walls of the crate, the center divider having sufficient height so no more than one fruit such as a lemon or the like may rest thereon, thereby preventing sufficient force between the fruit and the top of the divider to damage the fruit because of the weight of the fruit stacked thereon. Horizontal openings in the side and end wall provide ease of handling of the crate, the openings being of limited height adequate to provide convenient hand grasps yet sufficiently limited to prevent damage to the fruit. The crates are stackable in an interlocking stack to prevent tipping thereof. Various other features of the invention are also disclosed.

Abstract: A container for preventing fruit flies from depositing eggs in fruit within the container. At least one pair of walls are formed of at least two laminations of corrugated board. Vent holes are formed in this pair of walls and screen is across these vent holes and between the laminations. The mesh size of the screen and the width of the inner laminations prevent the ovipositor of the fly from depositing eggs within the fruit.

Abstract: A storage and carriage bin for use in storing and transporting fruits, vegetables, and various types of industrial equipment. The bin comprises a substantially rectangular container capable of being transported by the well known fork-lift apparatus, said container having a slotted bottom deck supported by a plurality of runners attached thereto. Mounted and secured to the deck are four wall panels arranged in approximate edge-to-edge relationship to each other, and having disposed about the periphery thereof a plurality of twist wires. Each of said wall panels is provided with an upper and a lower longitudinal cleat member having at least one leading edge beveled to insure protection from damage to fruits and vegetables stored therein. Corner brace members are secured to each one of the four corner junctions and are designed to allow the fruits and vegetables to be dumped from the container without damage thereto. Base plates are also provided to insure a rigid construction for the bin.