Abstract: A feeding apparatus for feeding livestock. The apparatus includes a feed container having an upper opening. The container has two projecting lips extending along portions of a perimeter surrounding the upper opening. A sliding cover has two retaining channels formed thereon. The projecting lips of the container are configured to slidably engage within the retaining channels of the cover in an interlocking configuration to prevent removal of the cover other than by sliding. The cover may be a solid lid member or a creep feeder cage having passages formed therein. A pair of blocking tabs are secured to the cover at proximal ends of the projecting lips to block the cover from sliding beyond a closed position.

Abstract: A business card dispenser, mountable on an exterior surface of a vehicle used by a business person, stores business cards or other promotional materials and is accessible to prospective customers located in the vicinity of the vehicle so as to permit the prospective customers to remove promotional materials from the business card dispenser. The business card dispenser preferably includes 1) a base mountable on the vehicle, e.g, by adhesive strips and 2) a card holder mounted on the base and receiving the promotional materials. The card holder is preferably removably mounted on the base to permit its removal, thus preventing theft or damage to the card holder. The card holder also incorporates measures to protect the cards from the elements. Indicia preferably are provided on the vehicle in the vicinity of the business card dispenser to draw prospective customers' attention to the business card dispenser.

Abstract: A tray to be attached to a slot machine gaming device. The tray has a concave upper surface and an opening to cooperate with the coin accepting slot of the slot machine. The tray is manually removably attached to the slot machine.

Abstract: A containment system for receiving and disposing of disposable sanitary products. The containment system comprises a peripheral frame member which defines a central opening. Releasably attached to the frame member and suspended therefrom is a containment bag which defines a hollow interior communicating with the central opening of the frame member when the containment bag is attached thereto. Pivotally connected to the frame member is a lid member which is movable between a closed position whereat the lid member blocks the central opening, and an open position whereat disposable sanitary products are passable through the central opening of the frame member into the interior of the containment bag. Attached to and extending between the frame member and the lid member is a biasing mechanism for normally maintaining the lid member in the closed position.

Abstract: A utility basket for supporting tools and materials is positioned atop a stepladder for assisting in performing work tasks from the ladder without requiring frequent ascent and descent. A simple means of stably mounting and easily demounting the basket relative to the ladder is described. Shipment advantages are also achievable with the preferred form of the invention.

Abstract: A polyethylene chock box which is secured to the railroad car sidescreen by means of removable blind fasteners, thereby greatly decreasing labor costs and well as future maintenance expenses. The chock boxes have a contoured lower surface with drain holes to permit water to drain from the boxes and to permit water to flow beneath the boxes so the railroad car can drain as well. The resilient polyethylene prevents the chipping and denting of the vehicle doors, while also reducing weight.

Abstract: An inexpensive hanger for a shampoo or other material dispensing bottle. The hanger comprises a thin web of material which preferably has one opening permitting it to be securely attached between the cap and body of the bottle with the neck received in the opening and another opening for hanging it on a hook on a wall. The web of material is selected to have sufficient rigidity or stiffness to allow the bottle to be hung with only one hand (which holds the body of the bottle) and to have sufficient flexibility to allow it to be deformed to lie alongside the bottle so that the hanger may be marketed attached to the bottle without the necessity of changing existing packaging for the bottle. The web alternatively has at one end an opening sized to receive the body of the bottle and at the other end an opening, preferably two openings of different sizes, to receive the bottle neck so that the bottle may be hung upside down.

Abstract: A safety box is adapted for use at any suitable location; however, it is designed especially for use in an automotive vehicle, and more specifically in a rented auto. An anchor member (perhaps a massive nylon block) is bolted to the floor of the vehicle or to another suitable stationary structure. The bottom of the box has a cavity which slips over and captures the anchor member, thus securing the box to the automotive vehicle floor or the like. A sliding door panel is located on the top of the box. In the back of the box, a sliding latch bar is completely enclosed within a vertical bore through the box wall. A spring biases the latch bar to a raised position where its lower end is outside the cavity. A closing of the lid pushes the latch bar downwardly and into the cavity, which traps the anchor member within the cavity to prevent a theft of the box. The closed lid, and therefore the trapped anchor member, is locked with a single key.

Abstract: A terrestrial wall mounted medical waste disposal container having a flexibly pivoted top closure lid is shown. The container includes a lid mount which is fitted in a sealing manner upon the top of the container, and a flexible lid which is attached to the lid mount. The lid mount has a recessed top face which abuts and slopes toward an entrance aperture in the top face of the mount. The flexible lid is divided into two portions by a living hinge. The larger and outer portion of the lid is pivotable along the hinge. In the lid's extreme opened position it lies flat on the recessed top face of the lid mount and so also slopes toward the entrance aperture; in this maximally extended position the lid's outer edge comes sufficiently close to the wall that it is impossible to deposit a waste item accidentally behind the lid or the container.

Abstract: An equipment enclosure insludes identical top and bottom portions each made from a single sheet of sheet metal, and a front panel and rack tube assembly wherein the front panel is made and stamped from a single sheet of sheet metal while the remaining tube assembly comprises the other three sides of the enclosure and is also produced from a single sheet of sheet metal. Left and right side plates may be fastened to the sides of the tube assembly to allow for various mounting configurations.

Abstract: A mounting arrangement for securing the neck of a compressed gas cylinder to a bulkhead is designed to permit articulation of the cylinder axis relative to the bulkhead without placing undue stress on the cylinder neck. The mounting includes a ball-and-socket-type arrangement in which the bail is provided by a ring formed from a sphere with a cylindricai through-passage, the ring fitting over the cylinder neck, and the socket is provided by a pair of mated flanges with flared inner edges which together contact and capture the spherical curvature of the ring. The flanges are bolted to the bulkhead. An anti-rotation plate is also mounted to the bulkhead over the protruding end of the cylinder neck, permitting the cylinder neck freedom of motion in two orthogonal directions but not rotation.

Abstract: A display package for displaying an article contained therein in a plurality of positions. The package has a base, a lid hingedly mounted on the base, and a lock mechanism for securing the lid in a locked position on the base. The lid has a top wall formed with a plurality of mounting recesses adjacent an endwall and a sidewall for receiving the legs of a hanger therein. Each leg extends outwardly from a diamond-shaped body, and includes an upper portion coplanar with the body, a lower portion and a stepped shoulder extending between the upper and lower portions. Each lower portion also includes a foot extending toward the other leg. Each recess includes a flange extending over a portion thereof, and each flange has a nub extending outwardly therefrom. The foot of each leg is slidably received within a respective recess and slides past the nub which removably retains the hanger in a selected pair of recesses.

Abstract: A terrestrial wall mounted medical waste disposal container having a flexibly pivoted top closure lid is shown. The container includes a lid mount which is fitted in a sealing manner upon the top of the container, and a flexible lid which is attached to the lid mount. The lid mount has a recessed top face which abuts and slopes toward an entrance aperture in the top face of the mount. The flexible lid is divided into two portions by a living hinge. The larger and outer portion of the lid is pivotable along the hinge. In the lid's extreme opened position it lies flat on the recessed top face of the lid mount and so also slopes toward the entrance aperture; in this maximally extended position the lid's outer edge comes sufficiently close to the wall that it is impossible to deposit a waste item accidentally behind the lid or the container.

Abstract: A caddy organizer of collapsible construction for attachment to structures such as doors and walls, the caddy organizer comprising: at least two vertically extending frame members having at least two caddy support members extending therefrom, the caddy support members each having a terminal portion; each of the vertically extending frame members having operably connected thereto a caddy support element; and at least one caddy shelf disposed between the vertically extending frame members, the caddy shelf including a first shelf member having end portions adapted for releasable engagement with the terminal portion of the caddy support members and a second shelf member adapted to rest on the caddy support element of the vertically extending frame member.

Abstract: The disclosed invention is directed to wall-mounted baskets which are easily collapsible for cost effective transportation and which are assembled with ease by the end-user. The devices are characterized by unique, yet simple locking mechanisms permitting individual pieces of the basket to combine to form a stable receptacle with superior structural integrity.

Abstract: A secure disposable container (10) and mounting bracket (48) comprises a generally box-like enclosed container having a top shell (22) with a limited access opening (24) with a closure (26) for receiving medical sharps and inhibiting human hand access, the container having a back wall (14) with a downwardly extending slot (30) at an upper edge, and a latching tab (44) at a lower edge thereof, a rectangular panel (50) having a back surface and holes (78, 80) for mounting it to a vertical surface, and mounting tabs (92, 94 and 96) for mounting the panel to another mounting bracket (82) mounted on a vertical supporting surface, an upper edge for receiving the downwardly extending slot (30) on the container and lever operated finger (70) for engaging an opening (45) in the tab (44) on the lower edge of the container and engagement with a transverse ledge.

Abstract: A sharps disposal system providing a frame and a container having an opening and being selectively mountable to the frame. A lid is pivotally attached to the frame and is selectively movable into engagement with the container when the container is mounted to the frame. Engaging the container with the lid closes the opening except for an aperture through which sharps can be inserted into the container but which impedes insertion of human hands. Engaging the container with the lid also impedes removal of the container from the frame. The system employs a means for selectively locking the lid into engagement with the container. The system further provides a cover for selectively sealing said opening.

Abstract: A sharps container apparatus comprising a container including a door manually movable between a closed position and an open position, and a rubber band for biasing the door toward the closed position, the container being completely closed when the door is in the closed position, a bracket adapted to be securely mounted on a wall, and interengaging projections and slots on the bracket and on the container for securing the container to the bracket.

Abstract: A hamper attachable to a back of a door for receiving laundry. The hamper is dimensioned to fit between the door and an adjoining wall when the door is in an open position and includes a receptacle structure in which the front panel may take the form of either a rigid panel or a deformable fabric panel. A spring supported movable wall for ejecting laundry from the hamper is disclosed and an alternate embodiment of the present invention includes a deodorant dispenser for spraying a mist of sanitary fluid onto the associated laundry.

Abstract: A sharps container apparatus comprising a container including a door manually movable between a closed position and an open position, and a rubber band for biasing the door toward the closed position, the container being completely closed when the door is in the closed position, a bracket adapted to be securely mounted on a wall, and interengaging projections and slots on the bracket and on the container for securing the container to the bracket.

Abstract: A "no-hands" carrier for a cylindrical article comprising a clip attachable to the user's belt and a flexible cup-like holder capable of closely fitting around the article, and adhesive pads on the clip and holder respectively co-operable to form a fastening sufficient to support the weight of the holder/container and being removable by rolling the holder/container relatively to the clip.

Abstract: An arrangement for connecting a cover panel for an electrical apparatus with a body structure, particularly of a vehicle, has locking bolts. On the interior side of its bottom, the cover panel is provided with locking rails into which, for the fastening of the panel, snap-in heads of bolts connected with the body structure can be inserted in a clamping manner. For removal, the panel is arranged so than it can be slid longitudinally on the snap-in heads that are held in the rails.

Abstract: A housing for equipment in electrical systems, which is suitable for fastening to a wall or bottom surface, includes a substantially parallelepiped housing body. A bottom part is secured to the housing body and has an outer surface. A replaceable or interchangeable fastening adaptor is adapted to an intended type of wall or bottom fastening. Retaining elements, which are preferably of the same material, are formed on the outer surface of the bottom part for enabling the fastening adaptor to be slipped on.

Abstract: A fruit ripening system (100) is provided for ripening fruit with ethylene gas (30). The fruit ripening system (100) includes an outer housing (110) having a frontal wall (112) pivotedly coupled to side wall (120) by a hinge (114). Interior to housing (110) there is provided an interior resilient support member (132) having a plurality of cutout portions (136, 140, 142) for respective receipt of portions of ethylene storage and dispensing assembly (150). Shoulder portions (138, 144 and 146) are provided for engaging recess portions formed in ethylene storage and dispensing assembly (150) for securely engaging assembly (150) within the cutout portions formed in resilient member (132). A resilient cover member (134) coupled to the frontal wall member (112) is provided to provide a resilient closure for the cutout openings (136, 140 and 142).

Abstract: A container is arranged with a central core support, with the core support having radially displaced vanes fixedly mounted relative to a central spine, wherein each vane fixedly mounts a floor and array of divider walls. The core support is mounted between front and rear walls, with the rear wall hingedly mounting a lid over each array of divider walls.

Abstract: A fuel injection apparatus for a vehicle includes a throttle body having an air flow passage extending therethrough with a throttle plate mounted in the passage. At least one fuel injector is mounted below the throttle plate and above the intake manifold of the engine for cyclically injecting fuel into the air flow passage extending between the throttle body and the inlet of the intake manifold. A full time, closed loop feedback control system monitors exhaust gas content and adjusts the fuel flow based on the measured air/fuel ratio. A tank storing gaseous fuel at a high pressure is connected to the fuel injector via fluid flow conduits. An annular recess is formed on at least one location on the side wall of the tank. Annular shoulders are disposed on opposite sides of the recess and extend outward above the side wall of the tank. A mounting bracket is mounted in the recess surrounding the tank and is attachable to the vehicle to mount the tank to the vehicle.

Abstract: A windshield wiper assembly comprises a drive mechanism for at least one windshield wiper arm, together with a reservoir for a windshield washing liquid. The drive mechanism comprises a support structure, on which are mounted a motor and a linkage for transmission of motion between a spindle driven by the motor and at least one windshield wiper arm. The support structure is arranged to be secured on to the body of a vehicle, in particular an automotive vehicle. Pumping means are provided to project washing liquid from the reservoir on to the glass being wiped. The reservoir is so designed as to be accommodated substantially within the space envelope defined by the drive mechanism, and it is rigidly secured to the support structure of this mechanism so as to form an assembly therewith.

Abstract: A drink holder apparatus is disclosed which may be connected to a golf bag. This apparatus holds a typical sports bottle and pivots about its connection point on the golf bag to keep the sports bottle in a substantially upright position when the golf bag is tipped and/or transported, thereby avoiding spillage of the drink.

Abstract: Support structure for a refuse can comprises a base support adapted to receive the flange of a conventional refuse can. A locking bracket comprises a male member fixed to the can and fitting within an aperture in a female member mounted on a support structure and lockable therein, to prevent the refuse can from being removed from the base support. The lid of the can may be hinged to the support structure or to the can, to encourage users to replace the lid over the open end of the can.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a personal security case which includes a holder attached to a wall or the like, and a security case removably held by the holder. The security case has a case body and a lid which is attached to the case body in such a manner as to be opened and closed as desired. The personal security case also includes a lock mechanism provided thereon to enable the case body and the lid to be locked respectively to the holder and to the case body in a closed state either simultaneously or independently and to further permit unlocking of the case body and the lid either simultaneously or independently.

Abstract: A secure disposable container assembly for medical sharps and waste comprises the combination of a substantially rigid box-like lower housing defined by upstanding front, back, and side walls terminating with a top having an upwardly extending rectangular opening for providing access to the housing, and a semi-cylindrical top curving about a generally horizontal axis secured along one edge of said top by a hinge and secured along the other edge by locking tabs for permanent securement thereto, an elongated horizontally extending access opening in said top for receiving a disposable syringe or the like, and a pivotable closure for said opening pivotably mounted about said axis within the top and having a receptacle area normally exposed to said access opening in a first position for receiving a disposed article and a curved surface for covering the access opening upon pivoting from said first position to a second position for dumping the article into said housing.

Abstract: A combination of a secure disposable container and mounting bracket assembly therefor, comprises a generally box-like enclosed container having a top with a limited access closure for receiving medical sharps and for inhibiting access by a human hand, the container having a back wall with a downwardly extending latching slot at an upper edge thereof, and a latching tab at a lower edge thereof, a generally rectangular panel having a back mounting surface and mounting holes for mounting the panel to a vertical support surface, and mounting tabs for mounting the panel to another mounting bracket mounted on a vertical supporting surface, an upper edge for receiving the downwardly extending latching slot on the container, a lower transverse ledge, and lever operated can for camming the tab on the lower edge of the container into gripping engagement with the lower transverse ledge.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for a container, such as a container for hospital sharps, is shown. The container includes a flanged top with front, side, and rear walls, extending from the flanged top to a bottom enclosure surface. At the juncture between the rear wall and bottom surface is a container recess having a closed aperture extending upwardly from the top wall of the recess. A mounting bracket includes an upper flange and a lower housing adapted to be received within the container recess for supporting the container. The upper flange of the container is engaged by the upper flange of the mounting bracket through a slot and flange combination. The lower housing of the mounting bracket includes a latching bar which is spring loaded for urging the latching bar into the closed aperture within the container recess.

Abstract: In a transformer housing assembly including a tank and a base supporting the tank, the tank being arranged to contain a body of oil and a transformer the tank and base are secured together, subsequent to individual fabrication thereof, by a plurality of fastening devices. Each fastening device includes an attachment member which is permanently fastened to an upwardly projecting recess formed in the tank bottom, the attachment member being dimensioned to not extend below the portions of the tank bottom surrounding the recess, and the attachment being provided with an internally threaded lined bore. each fastening device further includes a clamping member extending across the associated recess in the tank bottom and a bolt which passes through an opening in the clamping member and engages in the threaded line bore in order to cause the clamping member to clamp a flange provided at the upper end of the base to the tank bottom.

Abstract: A storage container with locking lid and wall mounting arrangement for multiple containers is disclosed. The top left and right edges of the container have first extensions substantially along their length and an arctuate extension on each of them. The left and right rear vertical edges of the container have second extensions. A lid has rolled edges on its left and right sides and there is a hole through each of the rolled edges. As the lid is attached to the box by sliding its rolled edges over the first extensions, the arctuate extensions slightly deform the rolled edges until the box is fully closed and the arctuate extensions then enter the holes to lock the lid to the container. When the lid is removed from the container it is attached to its rear by sliding the rolled edges of the lid over the second extensions.