Abstract: The device is provided with a plurality of intermediate grid plate elements (12) with a top and a bottom surface, which are adapted to be positioned one on top of the other. Each intermediate grid plate element (12) comprises a grate strutting (18, 19) as well as a plurality of support members (20) which are distributed, in particular in a regular manner, over the intermediate grid plate element (12), wherein said support members (20) extend between the bottom face and the top face of an element in a direction substantially transverse to the extension of the intermediate grid plate elements (12) and are supported on the support members (20) of an adjacent intermediate grid plate element (12) arranged below a respective intermediate grid plate element (12), and support the support members (20) of an adjacent intermediate grid plate element (12) arranged above said respective intermediate grid plate element (12).

Abstract: Herein is described an equipment container with an integrated stand comprising a bag with a lid and a base, retractable legs, and a movable post attached to the lid, wherein the retractable legs can be enclosed into the base of the bag, and the movable post is adapted to be stowed for transport or deployed to support a piece of equipment.

Abstract: Elevating stand for a liquid container with a tap, the elevating stand comprises wall sections disposed such that they enclose the liquid container in a passive position for transport. The wall sections comprises side walls forming an enclosure, of four walls or a cylinder. The stand contains a base, arranged at a first end, and an opening, arranged at a second end, enabling displacement of the liquid container into an active position for set-up. An independent claim is included for a container incorporating an elevating stand.

Abstract: The invention herein is a method or system of displaying encased media on a wall. Many types of collectible media can be graded by a third party for condition and encased to preserve the item. Given multiple companies who grade either comic books, or sports cards, or even coins, they have similar yet slightly different sized cases for the media. My invention allows a display to be created which will fit multiple different sizes of a particular media in one display, one at a time. The invention involves a system of fixtures attached to a frame which deliver frictional force to opposing side edges of the encased media to secure the media for display in a vertical orientation.

Abstract: The present Specialized Invention provides embodiments of Oblong, Short, and Elongated of different lengths, shapes and sizes with double walls and with a single walls not considered limited to the examples using a pager incorporated in the hollow space of a two walled container or incorporated in the moulded wall or base or lid of a container. Manufacturing all these styles of containers could be for any kinds of materials used to manufacture any kinds of containers when the pager could be incorporated. Without assistance from the personal these styles of containers used by consumers will be easy to locate when misplaced.

Abstract: A bin, including a receptacle movable between a first condition of use for loading and a second condition of use in which it can be engaged for emptying; and attachment means including first and second elongate sleeves for engagement by respective forks of a front lift truck, wherein in the second condition of use the receptacle is arranged in a manner whereby forks of a front lift truck can engage respective sleeves of the attachment means so that the bin can be lifted and emptied by the truck.

Abstract: A containment device including a cover defining an internal volume and an opening into the internal volume, the cover being formed as a layered structure including at least a first layer and a second layer, the first layer comprising a woven ceramic fabric and the second layer comprising oxidized polyacrylonitrile fibers.

Abstract: A closure for a waste receptacle is provided. The closure comprises a moveable component mounted to the closure for movement between a closed position, wherein the moveable component prohibits waste from entering the waste receptacle and an open position wherein the moveable component facilitates the entry of waste into the waste receptacle. A motor is coupled to the moveable component and configured to move the moveable component between the open position and the closed position. A sensor is adapted to transmit a signal when waste is proximal or contacting the closure, wherein the sensor communicates with the motor to move the moveable component between the open position and the closed position to deposit the waste into the waste receptacle.

Abstract: An apparatus that allows for safe and secure transport of a tank, canister, container or cylinder in the upright position on the seat in a vehicle, using the three point seat belt mechanism provided in the vehicle. The primary use was directed toward transportation of a 20 pound propane tank. An apparatus consisting of a body and a bracket, attachment or mechanism that holds the seats belts in place around the tank or cylinder. The body comes into contact with the tank and the brackets, attachments or mechanism that are a part of the body, allow for the three point seat belt straps to be placed in a proper position to hold the tank against the car seat in the car. There is also a retaining strap that goes around the value area of the tank to hold it in place.

Abstract: A wearable drinkmarker element fitting a variety of beverage containers and customizable to depict individual ownership for health considerations. The element includes inner ribs configured to engage containers and affording space for condensation flow away from rib gripping areas. The element is fabricated from a flexible material and configured in a substantial C-shape defining an interior space where a container is embraced. The element is flexible with memory to embrace the container when spread apart for mounting thereon. The ribs are slightly tapered to promote proper adherence to containers, and have sloped or inclined surfaces at their upper ends to accommodate container placement. The ribs may extend inwardly individually or be interconnected by an inner rim, affording stability in use and comfortable wrist wear by the user when not placed on a container. Finally, outwardly curved ends of the element allow for easy placement and removal of the drink marker.

Abstract: The invention relates to a fuel tank attachment comprising a first region (12) that has a first plastic (A), and a second region (35), wherein the second region has a blend of the first plastic and a second plastic (B), wherein the first and second plastics are not miscible, wherein the blend contains a compatibilizer to make the first and second plastics miscible, wherein the first and the second regions are integrally bonded to each other, wherein the first plastic is a fuel-resistant plastic, and wherein the second plastic is a non-fuel-resistant plastic.

Abstract: A film accommodating cassette is detachably attached to a film attachment portion formed in an upper region of a waste disposal apparatus for accommodating a waste material, and includes only: a cylindrical tubular core that forms a waste inlet at its upper end; a lower flange that extends radially outward from a lower end of the tubular core; and an upper flange that extends radially outward from the upper end of the tubular core. The lower flange has a cassette-side latching portion that engages with the film attachment portion to couple the film accommodating cassette with the film attachment portion.

Abstract: A box having a top surface and a resealable cover, the resealable cover comprising a top layer and a base layer. The top layer comprises a first clear film layer, an adhesive layer, and a second clear film layer disposed on a resealable adhesive layer. The base layer comprises a third clear film layer an adhesive layer, and a fourth clear film layer. In one embodiment, ink printing may be disposed between the first adhesive layer and the second clear film layer and/or between the second adhesive layer and the fourth clear film layer.

Abstract: A device for stirring, frothing and optionally heating liquid foods, particularly for frothing milk, including at least two device parts: First, a freely movable fluid container, which has no electric machine parts and is therefore waterproof and dishwasher-safe, and secondly, a machine part, into the housing of which a motor for a driving magnet and further machine parts, such as a heater and a temperature sensor, can be installed.

Abstract: A tool box with reinforcing structure includes a tool box having at least one connecting section disposed thereon, and at least one protection member engaged with the at least one connecting section. The at least one protection member moulded by extruded aluminium, such that the at least one protection member is tailorable for adapting to suit different standards of tool boxes to provide for protecting, decorating, and reinforcing the tool box.

Abstract: A golf bag may include a body portion and a lid portion. The body portion may include an elongated cavity, a base, and an open end. The elongated cavity may be adapted to at least partially receive at least one golf club. The lid portion may be connected to the body portion and adapted to selectively cover the opening. The lid portion may include a club head cavity adapted to cooperate with the elongated cavity of the body portion. The lid portion may include a likeness of a physical characteristic of at least one of an article of athletic equipment, an animal, and a character.

Abstract: A retainer having a waste container for disposing medical sharps, the retainer including a housing defining a chamber, the waste container being disposed in the chamber, an opening disposed on the housing and above the chamber, a receiving device having an open upper end and a lower end which engages the opening, and a guide plate having a solid portion and an aperture and being disposed in the chamber, the guide plate being constructed and arranged to move by user actuation between a closed position wherein at least a portion of the solid portion is generally aligned with the opening and an open position wherein the aperture is generally aligned with the opening.

Abstract: A novel shipping and inspection container for multiple XRF sample cups.

Abstract: A set of pots and pans which are provided with separating or dividing walls to allow for preparation at the same cooking time of individually spiced or prepared meals or, alternatively, to allow for the simultaneous preparation of multiple dishes for a meal, such that, in either case, the meal being prepared in one section of the divided pot or pan does not come into contact with the meal or food being prepared in another section of the pot or pan.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide case mounting structure, a case and a case mounting method, which do not use a screw to fix the cover and has strong mounting strength against shock which is generated when the case falls. The case mounting structure according to the present invention includes a cover which can be attached to a case, and a lock part which is arranged on the case and locks the cover, wherein the lock part is deformed so as to prevent a movement for releasing lock when the cover is attached to the case.

Abstract: A reservoir is provided. The reservoir defines an internal storage cavity. A plurality of system connections extend through a sidewall of the reservoir defining channels fluidly communicating the internal cavity of the reservoir with the exterior of the reservoir. A valve arrangement has a valve member that operably simultaneously closes off all of the plurality of system connections to prevent fluid flow from the internal cavity through the system connections when in a closed position. The valve arrangement, when the valve member is in an open position, permits fluid flow from the internal cavity and through all of the plurality of system connections.

Abstract: There is provided an apparatus for separating and accumulating different matters, the apparatus comprising or being adapted to receive at least a first and a second receptacle, and comprising an opening and a movable element splitting the opening area into a plurality of areas to define a first inlet associated with the first receptacle and a second inlet associated with the second receptacle. The moving element can be moved in one direction to enlarge the first inlet while reducing the second inlet and moved in the opposite direction to enlarge the second inlet while reducing the first inlet.

Abstract: The invention relates to a container (10) for containing a living organism (5), a docking station (100) for docking the container, and a transportation system (200) comprising the container and the docking station. The container comprises docking means (40, 42) for docking the container to a docking station. The docking station comprises a light emitter (110). The container comprises light-guiding means (30, 32, 34, 36) for guiding at least part of the light emitted by the light emitter to the living organism. The effect of the measures according to the invention is that the light required for illuminating the living organism is generated by the light emitter of the docking station. As a result, no light emitters are necessary in the container according to the invention which reduces the cost of the container.

Abstract: During installation and before a floor or foundation slab is put in place, a sewage ejector basin is set below grade and a basin extension of the present invention set in place around the basin. The basin extension of the present invention is rectangular in shape and comprises four basin extension sidewalls in communicable relation to each other at right angles; an opening within a top of the basin extension to allow access to the basin; and an opening within a bottom of the basin extension to accommodate a basin. An inlet pipe is routed underground and into the basin. A discharge pipe and a vent pipe are routed out of the basin and through a basin lid, oriented horizontally in relation to the floor, passed through a basin extension sidewall of the basin extension of the present invention, routed under the floor and toward a wall of a mechanical room.

Abstract: A decorative article support device which can be attached to a container or container lid. The device includes a chassis, a mount with a receptacle for displaying a decorative or other article and flexible legs attached to the chassis. The flexible legs enable the support device to be detachably attached to the container or container lid. In one embodiment, the flexible legs have an extensible part which enables the support device to be attached to containers of varying sizes. Decorative or other articles, such as small balloons, may be engaged with the receptacle on the chassis.

Abstract: Provided is a backup ring capable of reinforcing a seal member such as an O-ring, preventing extrusion of the seal member, and preventing the backup ring from suddenly opening in its circumferential direction, thereby improving the sealability; and a tank equipped with such a backup ring is also provided. A backup ring is formed into a ring body by making a first cut surface and a second cut surface come into contact with each other wherein the cut surfaces are formed by cutting the backup ring. An engagement protrusion is formed on the first cut surface, while an engagement recess capable of engaging with the engagement protrusion is formed on the second cut surface so that the engagement protrusion can be attached to or detached from the engagement recess. When the engagement protrusion and the engagement recess engage with each other, the first cut surface is in contact with the second cut surface, so that circumferential movement of the second cut surface relative to the first cut surface is prevented.

Abstract: A gas cylinder, such as a scuba tank, is formed with raised ribs that extend longitudinally from near the top of the cylinder to near the bottom of the cylinder. The longitudinal ribs may be arcuate and equally spaced along the outside circumference of the cylinder so as to protect the body of the cylinder from damage. The gas cylinder may be made from steel or an aluminum alloy, such that the longitudinal ribs are formed by backward impact extrusion. The gas cylinder may be configured with a cylindrical neck at the top of the body so as to house a valve and valve stem. The gas cylinder may be transported using a wheeled pedestal having an adjustable strap for securing the cylinder to the pedestal. A valve protector with an optional handle and retaining clip is provided.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a kickstand assembly for a golf bag is disclosed, the kickstand assembly comprising: at least one stand leg for supporting the golf bag at an angle; an actuating mechanism coupled to the stand leg, the actuating mechanism causing to deploy the stand leg when the golf bag is positioned at an angle, wherein the actuating mechanism includes separable modular pieces that are removeably coupled to each other along a length of the actuating mechanism. The actuating mechanism of the kickstand assembly may also comprise: an elongated actuating member including a lever actuator, a stand leg actuating rod, and an actuator connector that couples a first end of the lever actuator to a first end of the stand leg actuating rod.

Abstract: A container having an inner liner configured to store a liquid. A non-rotatable outer sleeve is non-rotatably coupled about the inner liner. At least one rotatable outer sleeve is disposed about the inner liner and configured to rotate relative to both the inner liner and the non-rotatable outer sleeve. The non-rotatable and rotatable outer sleeves each include a graphic viewable from outside the container. These graphics combine to form a composite graphic viewable from outside the container. The composite graphic may be modified by rotating the rotatable outer sleeve about the inner liner relative to the non-rotatable outer sleeve. The container includes a removable base cap upon which the rotatable outer sleeve is stacked. The base cap is removably coupled to a bottom portion of the inner liner by a locking assembly.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus, system and method for managing medication. In particular, the invention relates to adaptable pill organizer. The adaptable pill organizer comprises of at least one or more rectangular units for containing pills. Individual units and/or rows of seven units, wherein one unit corresponds to the days of the week, attach and detach from one another in order to create a custom pill organizer. The adaptable pill organizer further employs electronic capabilities which: allow user to input, store and display information on the pill organizer; provide lighting means for the device; provide various automatic and/or commanded physical responses to usage of the device such as the lighting of a unit, or the opening and closing of a unit; provide programmed alarms; communicate data messages and usage information with third party devices; and store and provide access to user medication and medication schedule information.

Abstract: The present invention provides a transportation frame for an oversize container or the like and a method of installing the frame onto the container or the like. The transportation frame includes a top frame body comprising two top corner fittings each provided with a top corner fitting hole, a bottom frame body comprising two bottom corner fittings each provided with a bottom corner fitting hole, and a plurality of posts each having two ends connected to the top frame body and the bottom frame body respectively. The orientations of the two top corner fitting holes and the distance therebetween, and the orientations of the two bottom corner fitting holes and the distance therebetween satisfy the requirements for coupling with corner fittings of neighboring stacked containers. With the invention, non-standard containers may be easily hoisted, stacked and transported. Moreover, the transportation frame can be easily operated and stored while being reusable.

Abstract: A device for connecting to a vessel an accessory has an active portion that includes a first, second and third member and a chamber. The first member ensures rigid attachment of the device to the vessel, defines a passageway, acts as a holder for the second member and as a translation guide between a first distal state and a second proximal state, contributes as a guide for the third member and participates in defining the chamber. The second member acts as a holder for the third member rigidly attached thereon, defines a mobile member capable of sliding between the first distal state and the second proximal state.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention provides a magnifier device for mounting to a container. The device comprises a container mount comprising a base portion and an adjustable portion. Each of the base portion and the adjustable portion comprises a container engaging surface. The container engaging surfaces are arranged for engaging a container received therebetween. The adjustable portion is mounted for movement relative to the base portion in (i) a contracting direction wherein the container engaging surfaces move relatively towards one another and (ii) an expanding direction wherein the container engaging surfaces move relatively away from one another, thus enabling receipt of containers of various sizes between the container engaging surfaces. The container mount comprises a resilient member for biasing the adjustable portion in the contracting direction, thus urging engagement of the container engaging surfaces against a container received therebetween.

Abstract: A metal housing part having multiple through openings, a glass filling being situated in each of the openings, each glass filling closing an opening hermetically sealed and enveloping a contact end, which extends through the opening and the glass filling and whose two ends protrude out of the glass filling and the opening, and to a method for manufacturing the metal housing part. The housing part is configured as trough-shaped, having a base wall, side walls, and a flange. Because of the trough-shaped design, the housing part maintains its original shape even when the housing part is subjected to high temperatures.

Abstract: A container-insertable anti-theft device includes: a main housing containing an electronic article surveillance marker, the main housing being waterproof; and at least one elongated protrusion extending from the main housing, the elongated protrusion being flexible and having a length equal to at least the longest dimension of the main housing.

Abstract: Semiconductor manufacturing tools with chemical delivery systems, such as precursor distribution system, use reservoir assemblies as part of a distribution system. One reservoir assembly includes: a canister comprising at least one sidewall, a top, and a bottom encompassing an interior volume therein; an inlet port and an outlet port in fluid communication with the interior volume; an inlet valve for controlling fluid communication between the inlet port and the interior volume; and an outlet valve for controlling fluid communication between the outlet port and the interior volume, wherein at least one of the inlet valve or the outlet valve comprises a dual-function hybrid valve.

Abstract: A liquid storage tank assembly includes a baffle member and a tank assembly. The baffle member includes a generally helical or spiral shaped portion. The baffle member defines a spiral flow path between inlet and outlet openings of the tank assembly. When the baffle member is positioned within the tank and the tank assembly holds a volume of a first liquid, input of a supply of a second liquid at the inlet to the tank assembly forces the first liquid along the spiral flow path and out of the tank assembly exit without substantial mixing of the first and second liquids before substantially all of the first liquid has been dispensed.

Abstract: A rolling container for transporting items comprising: a storage compartment having an opening and one or more rolling mechanisms; said opening large enough to be lowered over the item to be transported; said storage compartment large enough to contain the item to be transported; said rolling mechanisms attached to the exterior of the storage compartment at a location adjacent to said opening such that after the item to be transported is enclosed within said storage compartment, the container can be shifted approximately ninety degrees from a position of resting on the item to be transported (opening down) to a position of resting on said rolling mechanisms (rolling mechanisms down).

Abstract: Container assembly includes a container part and a lid part. The lid part has a connection portion to be connected to the container part. For automatic assembly of the container assembly from the container part and the lid part it is advantageous that separate lid parts can be manipulated easily. To that end it is proposed to embody the lid parts such a way that they are stackable in a stable way. More particular it is proposed to provide the top side of the lid with a circumferential cam which can engage inside a circumferential rim of the connection portion. To be able to remove dust and debris from the top side of the lid it is proposed to provide a circumferential cam with interruptions. When part of the lid is shaped to correspond with part of the spoon, the interruption should preferably located at such shape such as a spoon.

Abstract: A transformer oil holding assembly for holding transformer oil. The transformer oil holding assembly includes a tank subassembly with one or more tanks for containing the transformer oil, the tank subassembly having a lower exterior surface adapted for engagement with a ground surface, and one or more sets of wheels for at least partially supporting the tank subassembly, each set of wheels being movable between a lowered position and a raised position, a suspension subassembly mounted to the tank subassembly, and one or more stop subassemblies for at least partially maintaining the set of wheels in the lowered position. Each stop subassembly includes a stop lever movable between an engageable condition, in which a stop element is engageable with the suspension subassembly to maintain the set of wheels in the lowered position, and a disengaged condition, in which the stop element is disengaged from the suspension subassembly.

Abstract: A liquid container capable of self-generating power and showing temperature, comprising: a) a containing body consisting of a housing and an inner wall, a gap being formed between the housing and the inner wall; b) a circuit board positioned within the gap; c) a temperature sensor positioned in the gap for measuring the temperature of the contained liquid, the temperature sensor being electrically connected to the circuit board; d) a temperature indicator disposed in the gap and electrically connected to the circuit board, a displaying surface thereof being positioned on the surface of the housing; and e) a temperature difference power-generating element positioned within the gap and electrically coupled to the circuit board, a thermoelectric effect being created by the hot water filled into the space defined by the inner wall such that a thermal energy can be converted into the electric energy that is stored by an energy-accumulating element for providing the temperature indicator and the related elements wi

Abstract: A slurry feed system suitable for chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) processes in a semiconductor fabrication facility and related method. The slurry feed system includes a valve manifold box having a discharge piping header fluidly connected to at least one CMP station and a first slurry supply train. The first slurry supply train may include a slurry mixing tank, day tank, and at least two slurry feed pumps arranged in series pumping relationship. The first slurry supply train defines a first slurry piping loop. In one embodiment, a second slurry supply train defining a second slurry piping loop is provided. The valve manifold box is operable to supply slurry from either or both of the first and second slurry piping loops to the CMP station.

Abstract: A garbage can including a can portion having a bottom wall, a tubular wall extending upwardly from the bottom wall and including an upper rim, an inner chamber defined by the bottom wall and the tubular wall, and an open top, a bar adapted to be removably secured simultaneously to a first location and a second location on the upper rim, a ring having a recessed under surface adapted to receive the upper rim therein, the ring being pivotally coupled to the container and arranged to pivot onto and off of the upper rim, and a lid pivotally coupled to the container and arranged to pivot onto and off of the ring when the ring is arranged on the upper rim, wherein the ring is adapted to secure a flexible material between the recessed under surface and the upper rim.

Abstract: A packet of an enzyme and/or enzyme producing bacteria is contained within the core of a roll of toilet tissue or similar paper product wound on a core. The packet has a cover that dissolves or disintegrates on contact with water and disperses its conents into the aqueous waste stream. The packet may contain a mixture of bacterial cultures that produce enzymes to attack the greasy or fatty components of the waste stream. An additional article such as a sample of a liquid or creme personal care product may also be contained within the tissue paper core.

Abstract: A containment assembly may be used with a shipping container and may include: a cargo net having a pair of sleeves; and, a pair of tethering members that are received within the sleeves and that have ends that extends out from the sleeves. The ends of the tethering members may be attachable to multiple attachment surfaces on the shipping container to change the orientation of the cargo net with respect to the shipping container.

Abstract: A support structure for providing internal vertical support within an underground water storage system, including a column member, a foot spreader module adapted for fitting to a lower end of the column member to support the column member in a substantially vertical orientation on an underlying surface, and a head spreader module adapted for fitting to an upper end of the column member to support an overlying surface relative to said underlying surface, whereby the column member with said foot and head spreader modules fitted thereto forms a column support for supporting a ground surface above the water storage system.

Abstract: A urea feed or return line (2) that comprises a hollow coupling (1) enabling it to be connected to a urea tank and that comprises a passage for the urea, this coupling being, in addition, equipped with a heating filament (9), at least one part of which extends freely inside the passage provided for the urea, this part having the shape of a loop or a spiral capable of also extending at least partly into the tank and/or into a tube attached thereto.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a work platform assembly (5) for a container (1) with an adjustable work platform (6), which can be adjusted between a horizontal operational position and a rest position. The work platform (5) is configured and positioned such that in its rest position it extends completely within the external contours of the container assembly (1), and in its operational position it forms a horizontal platform. The invention also relates to a container assembly (1) with such a work platform assembly (5).

Abstract: A tank adapter has a housing. The housing has a top, a bottom and a sidewall disposed between the top and the bottom and a cavity defined by the top, bottom, and sidewall. The outer surface of the top has a first lower surface and a second raised upper surface. The second raised upper surface is located in juxtaposition to the first lower surface. The perimeter of the first lower surface is larger than the perimeter of the second raised upper surface such that a lip is formed between the first lower surface and the second raised upper surface. At least one passageway extends from the second raised upper surface to the inner surface of the top. The passageway has a first opening located in operative communication with the second raised upper surface. The passageway has a second opening located in operative communication with the inner surface of the top and at least a portion of the cavity.

Abstract: The invention relates to a product carrier comprising a first packaging unit wherein when opened a first switch of an integrated circuit of the product carrier is opened and at least one second packaging unit wherein when opened a second switch of the integrated circuit is opened. The circuit is configured and/or arranged to cooperate with electronic means so that a value correlating with the degree of filling of the product carrier can be determined on the basis of the number of closed and/or opened switches. Further, an antenna cooperates with the electronic means to transmit said value, the electric power for the electronic means may be introduced without contact, and the first and the second switch are connected in parallel. Furthermore, the invention relates to a system of a product carrier and receiver unit.