Loop Patents (Class 224/674)
  • Patent number: 6994238
    Abstract: A clip-type holster fashioned from a single strip of stainless steel and shaped for holding a battery powered rotary tool such as a screw gun for wearing on a tool belt. The holster catches the handle of the screw gun easily and locks it in place to prevent it from falling from the user's belt. The holster easily releases the screw gun when drawn from the holster by the user. The opening of the holster is adjustable to accommodate various types and sizes of handles. The strip is bent to form a hook having substantially U-shaped lower portion having an inner shank. The shank has a section bent back upon itself to form clip for the user's belt and having a spring action locking mechanism. The shank portion has a belt edge stop extending outward from the shank to meet the clip and located at a height spaced below the upper bend of the clip so as to clamp over the lower edge of the belt forming a holster clip that securely fits over the belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2006
    Inventor: Romeo B. Estabaya
  • Patent number: 6981624
    Abstract: Disclosed herein is a user mountable ammunition carrier system for conveniently storing and carrying hunting and shooting accessories by a hunter while navigating dense brush and foliage. The ammunition carrier system includes a body member having a plurality of openings for receiving a plurality of container tubes. The elastomeric body member is also adapted to directly receive and frictionally retain a plurality of rifle cartridges in the openings. The ammunition carrier system is provided with a length adjustable lanyard secured to an elastomer carrier that supports a number of separate transparent storage tubes that plug-mount to the carrier. The carrier is also adapted to be attached to the belt of a user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2006
    Assignee: Skirts Plus Corporation
    Inventors: Donald J. Link, Joel J. Hafermann
  • Patent number: 6925691
    Abstract: An ergonomic, non-recoiling belt worn lower abdominal pouch stays securely in place without bouncing and recoiling, and is secure from theft. The lower abdominal pouch includes a front panel joined at a bottom edge thereof and along two side edges to a rear panel, forming an open pocket therebetween with a top entry. Each panel is made of a flexible fabric or other synthetic or natural substrate material, such as canvas, leather and the like. The lower abdominal pouch is carried upon the wearer by being supported by the wearer's belt, which belt slides into a rear wall of the lower abdominal pouch, through a vertically extending button hole slot thereof and exits at a second button hole slot of a preferable outer rear wall in front of a preferable inner rear wall of the rear panel, thereby optionally providing a seal between the outer rear wall having the two open button hole slots for accommodating the user's belt therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2005
    Inventor: Susan Bristel
  • Patent number: 6840420
    Abstract: A device for holding a badge and an identification card includes a first strip of material constructed of leather. The first strip of material is shaped to include first and second generally oval-shaped portions which are connected through a neck. The first portion is shaped to include a pair of openings through which the badge can be pinned. A second strip of material constructed of leather is sewn onto the first strip of material along three sides so as to define a generally rectangular-shaped pocket for receiving the identification card, the first strip of material being shaped to include a centered window to display the identification card when disposed within the pocket. The first strip of material can be folded about the neck to form a closed loop. A pair of complementary fasteners are mounted onto the first strip of material to retain the device in its closed loop configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2005
    Inventor: Alfred R. Hudson
  • Patent number: 6840416
    Abstract: A sheath for carrying a knife or blade is disclosed. The sheath includes a scabbard attached to a carrying strap forming a loop through which a carrying junction such as a belt may be passed. The axis of the loop is generally aligned with a transverse axis perpendicular to an axis of gravity. The length of the scabbard includes a longitudinal axis generally angled with respect to the axis of gravity. The mouth of the scabbard is further angled with regard to the transverse axis. Each of the foregoing alignments allows a user to more easily and efficiently insert and remove a blade into the scabbard while carrying the sheath. The sheath is also provided with an inner shell disposed inside the scabbard, the inner shell having a plurality of lengthwise linear ridges for gripping the blade inside the shell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2005
    Assignee: Innovative Marine Products, LLC.
    Inventor: Howard S. Aberman
  • Publication number: 20040262360
    Abstract: A wire tie holder/dispenser in the form of a belt-mounted device suitable for the containment of double loop rebar ties for user convenience. In the preferred mode, the device comprises a generally rectangular support member, which comprises a work belt foldover thereon for attachment to the belt. Left and right L-shaped aluminum or steel members are affixed to the support member via rivets, and extend outwardly therefrom. In this mode, a stiffening material be also be utilized to provide additional structural support. The left and right members are a maximum of 4⅞ inches apart from one another in the preferred mode, and are at least 8 inches in height. In an alternate mode of production, the device utilizes a steel rod assembly in lieu of the aforementioned L-shaped members. The steel rod may be ¼ inch in diameter, and also comprises left and right members extending outwardly from the support member, of a size within the range noted above.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2003
    Publication date: December 30, 2004
    Inventor: Gregory Kaplan
  • Publication number: 20040251284
    Abstract: An adjustable holster securement device comprising a loop attachment for securing the holster to the belt of a user, a connection plate to which a holster can be attached, and an articulated joint for connecting the loop attachment to the connection plate in an articulated manner. The articulated joint comprises two substantially U-shaped members pivotably engaged in respective seatings on opposite sides thereof. The seatings are generally coaxial with parallel to and integral with, respectively, the loop attachment and connection plate. At least one tie-rod is also provided, acting generally parallel to the seatings to connect the substantially U-shaped members to one another and a device for locking the articulated joint arranged between the substantially U-shaped members and the seating, and operable by the tie-rods to control locking and release of the articulated joint.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2004
    Publication date: December 16, 2004
    Applicant: Radar Leather Division S.r.l.
    Inventor: Pietro Pelligrini
  • Publication number: 20040245305
    Abstract: A waist supported structure for mounting a tool carrier to carry tools at the waist of a wearer is provided that includes an upper portion having an outwardly directed surface adjacent the waist of a wearer. At least one band portion is attached at its opposite ends to the outwardly directed surface, wherein the band is substantially parallel to and facing the outwardly directed surface to define a slot therebetween. A tool carrier extends through the slot and is releasably attached to the at least one band portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2003
    Publication date: December 9, 2004
    Inventor: Nicolas Garcia
  • Publication number: 20040211806
    Abstract: An Epinephrine Pen carrying case is for carrying the medicine that is used by highly allergic individuals. The case is versatile in that it provides many ways to transport the medicine safely.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2003
    Publication date: October 28, 2004
    Inventors: Ardoth Wilkerson, Howard Thomas Wilkerson
  • Publication number: 20040182902
    Abstract: A sanitizing hairdresser's implement holder that enables a hairdresser to easily hold a plurality of implements on his or her body when cutting hair. The holder includes a holster with a plurality of comb and scissor pockets, each designed to receive a vertically oriented comb or scissor, respectively. Located inside some or all of the pockets is a removable sleeve made of plastic or paper. The sleeves are designed to have an outer shape that matches the general shape of the implement. When the sleeve is used with a scissors pocket, it is conical with a wide top opening so that the pair of scissors are held in a vertical alignment when placed therein. The sleeves are may be imbedded or soak with an antimicrobial agent that disinfects the implement when placed into the sleeve after each use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2004
    Publication date: September 23, 2004
    Inventors: Timothy Jon Smith, Ib R. Odderson
  • Publication number: 20040164115
    Abstract: An ergonomic, non-recoiling belt worn lower abdominal pouch stays securely in place without bouncing and recoiling, and is secure from theft. The lower abdominal pouch includes a front panel joined at a bottom edge thereof and along two side edges to a rear panel, forming an open pocket therebetween with a top entry. Each panel is made of a flexible fabric or other synthetic or natural substrate material, such as canvas, leather and the like. The lower abdominal pouch is carried upon the wearer by being supported by the wearer's belt, which belt slides into a rear wall of the lower abdominal pouch, through a vertically extending button hole slot thereof and exits at a second button hole slot of a preferable outer rear wall in front of a preferable inner rear wall of the rear panel, thereby optionally providing a seal between the outer rear wall having the two open button hole slots for accommodating the user's belt therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2003
    Publication date: August 26, 2004
    Inventor: Susan Bristel
  • Patent number: 6769586
    Abstract: An ergonomic duty belt and ergonomic holster and belt loop assembly are disclosed which cooperate to provide a stable platform for a handgun in a holster and other accessories as well while providing superior comfort for the wearer. The ergonomic belt effectively has two widths, a narrow 1½ vertical effective width, which is against the wearer's body, and a traditional 2¼ inch exterior vertical width, which is sized to support the wearer's gear, such as a holster and a weapon. That portion of the ergonomic belt, which is against the wearer, is also padded for additional comfort. The ergonomic holster includes a belt loop assembly which is tapered and padded on its inner surface in the area where the assembly touches the wearer's body when worn as intended to better conform to the body of the wearer and minimize wearer discomfort.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2004
    Assignee: Bianchi International
    Inventors: Robert J. Beletsky, Anthony G. Lefeber
  • Patent number: 6769587
    Abstract: A belt-mounted golf accessory holder for carrying golf items such as golf balls, tees, and ball markers on one's person. The belt-mounted golf accessory holder includes a container having back, side, bottom, and front walls, and also having a storage compartment disposed therein; and also includes a flexible flap being hingedly attached to the container and being fastenably closable over an open top of the container; and further includes an assembly of fastening the flap to the container; and also includes belt loop members being securely attached to the container for carrying the container upon a user's belt; and further includes a towel support member being connected to the container for supporting a golf towel.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2002
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2004
    Inventor: Manny Lomas
  • Publication number: 20040099705
    Abstract: The invention relates to a tool bag which can be carried next to the body of a person, the tool bag comprising at least one receiving element for at least one tool. The inventive tool bag respectively comprises a three-dimensional flexible safety chord for each tool associated with a receiving element. The chord can be fixed to the associated tool, and can be fixed to the tool bag in such a way that it can be extracted and automatically retracted by means of an extracting and retracting device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2003
    Publication date: May 27, 2004
    Inventor: Klaus Peter Skupin
  • Patent number: 6729521
    Abstract: A pocket sized memo pad holder construction 10 adapted to be selectively attached to a key ring 50 or a user's belt 60 wherein, the construction 10 includes a generally rigid housing member 20 having a curved upper housing segment 24 provided with a holder element 27 for a writing implement 200 and hingedly connected to a lower housing segment 21 provided with a catch element 28 that is connected to a clip member 30 that may selectively receive the key ring 50 or the user's belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2004
    Inventor: Jon Jesse Strine
  • Patent number: 6729518
    Abstract: This invention relates to a portable case adapted for holding hand held devices such as phones, cameras, camcorders, radios and other products as well as non-electronic devices such as flashlights. The case is supported by a selectively bendable stand which may be altered in any variety of positions to provide a support for the case and associated electronic equipment. The case may also include an elastic cord element to removably interconnect the electronic device on an exterior surface of the case during use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2004
    Assignee: Intelligent Designs 2000 Corp.
    Inventors: Paul Badillo, Sandra Martinez, Richard N. Case
  • Patent number: 6702165
    Abstract: A support device for an elongated weapon which is connectable to a belt. The support includes a housing having a bottom and a wall portion extending from the bottom along the dimension of elongation of the weapon. The wall portion forms an open chamber for accommodating the weapon and positioning the elongated weapon in an upright manner with the weapon resting on the bottom of the housing. A clamp releasably secures a portion of the elongated weapon in the upright manner, but is removed with a force applied outwardly from the housing. A slot is formed in the wall portion and extends along the majority of the dimension of elongation of the weapon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 21, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2004
    Inventor: Leonard C. Ramirez
  • Patent number: 6679405
    Abstract: A multi-functional small pouch accessory that is made of a variety of materials and has easy access to storage for keys, money, identification, etc. The pouch is compact and easy to use with its adjustability and slide-ability. The pouch has ornamentation and comes in a variety of colors and fun shapes. The pouch folds in half creating two storage pockets and has a separate third clear-windowed identification pocket visible only when in the open position. The pouch has a small hook and loop closure to secure in the closed position but still allows for quick and easy access. The pouch easily attaches and detaches to a shoelace, boot, ankle, any body part or pet with or without a separate adjustable strap, rope or chain. Two elastic loops on the back and side of the pouch, makes it possible to fit and slide the pouch along any size strap, rope or chain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 20, 2004
    Inventors: Kara Sue Zalis-Hecker, Marlene Present
  • Patent number: 6675965
    Abstract: A tool pouch having a pocket with an opening to receive certain items. The pocket includes a magnetic member near the top of the pocket for holding items received in the pocket. The magnetic member assists in arranging items in the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2004
    Assignee: Black & Decker Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew J. Holland, Rickey J. Thomas, Michael P. Peters
  • Patent number: 6662986
    Abstract: The invention involves a mobile phone and strap apparatus for carrying a mobile phone. A mobile phone is provided with openings in the corners of the mobile phone housing through which a flexible line is passed and cooperates with a strap and latch that secures ends of the flexible line. The strap, latch and flexible line are adapted to secure an object between the mobile phone housing, the flexible line and strap when ends of the flexible line are drawn through the latch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 5, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2003
    Assignee: Nokia Corporation
    Inventor: Jarmo Lehtonen
  • Patent number: 6641015
    Abstract: A reinforced article holder suitable for containing auto-injector syringes, medications, first aid items or the like. In a preferred embodiment the reinforced article holder is typically a nylon holder body having a backing layer, an enclosure layer sewn to the backing layer and a holder interior between the layers. An elongated, tubular container for containing the syringe, medication or other article is removably inserted in the holder. An L-shaped reinforcing member, interposed between the backing layer and a cover layer which is sewn to the backing layer in the holder interior, maintains the holder body in a substantially rigid conformation and facilitates insertion of the container in the holder. A cover flap extends from the backing layer for selectively enclosing the container in the holder interior, and a belt loop is provided on the backing layer to facilitate carrying the holder body and enclosed container on a belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 4, 2003
    Inventor: Charles E. Huggins, Jr.
  • Patent number: 6588639
    Abstract: An improved belt-loop assembly for hanging goods from a belt primarily used in conjunction with a holster. The belt loop assembly has a tapered belt loop opening and a platform upon which the belt rests. The taper aids in fixedly positioning the assembly along the belt while the platform protects the belt from wear due to belt positioning screws commonly found in belt loop assemblies.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2003
    Assignee: Bianchi International
    Inventors: Robert J. Beletsky, Carl R. Eerdmans, Anthony G. Lefeber
  • Publication number: 20030042284
    Abstract: A strap-like clip-on accessory retainer or holder for attachment to the user's belt or waistband for the convenience of carrying handy tools, such as knives, pouches for holding small items, tapes, etc. like a utility belt. The accessory retainer or holder allows belt accessories to be attached to the waistband of trousers, shorts, skirts, etc., with or without a belt, as well as to any other wearable or non-wearable material having a thin edge. The inventive strap-like accessory retainer or holder can accommodate several accessories at once and can, therefore, be used to assemble semi-permanent “kits” of accessories that are commonly used together in particular applications. With the belt's clip-on or clamp-on construction, it can supply the secondary function of a waist belt (to harness accessories) without the necessity of serving the primary function (to adjust waistband circumference).
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2001
    Publication date: March 6, 2003
    Inventor: Randall S. Reiserer
  • Publication number: 20030042278
    Abstract: A pouch includes a first and second panel members joined to one another to define a compartment having an opening at the top thereof. A flexible cover overlaps the opening. A belt receiving portion is attached to one of the panels and is mountable on the belt of a user. The first panel is located on an exposed side of the second panel which faces away from the user. The flexible cover is positioned at the top of the second panel to encase the compartment opening in order to prevent the spillage of objects within the compartment when the pouch is inverted, tilted or jostled. At least a portion of the cover is flexibly movable to allow access to the compartment by the user. A belt receiving portion is positioned on a user side which is opposite the exposed side to prevent interference by the belt receiving portion during insertion and extraction of objects to and from the compartment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 30, 2001
    Publication date: March 6, 2003
    Inventors: Michael E. Ross, Bruce W. Hartranft
  • Patent number: 6497349
    Abstract: A support device for an elongated weapon which is connectable to a belt. The support includes a housing having a bottom and a wall portion extending from the bottom along the dimension of elongation of the weapon. The wall portion forms an open chamber for accommodating the weapon and positioning the elongated weapon in an upright manner with the weapon resting on the bottom of the housing. A clamp releasably secures a portion of the elongated weapon in the upright manner, but is removed with a force applied outwardly from the housing. A slot is formed in the wall portion and extends along the majority of the dimension of elongation of the weapon.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2002
    Inventor: Leonard C. Ramirez
  • Publication number: 20020179658
    Abstract: An improved, multi-functional, small purse-like or pouch accessory, combining storage for carrying keys, money and identification with fashionable ornamentation and fun shapes; the pouch easily attaches to a shoe-lace, boot, ankle, any body part or pet with or without a separate adjustable strap, rope, chain or other means of attachment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2001
    Publication date: December 5, 2002
    Inventors: Kara Sue Zalis-Hecker, Marlene Present
  • Publication number: 20020158098
    Abstract: Apparatus for assisting a firefighter in descending from an elevated position comprises a bag having a permanently closed end and an open end selectively secured by a pair of snaps. A length of rope has one end secured to a first loop permanently attached to the inside of the bag at the permanently closed end and the other end secured to a carabineer. A second loop has opposite ends affixed in spaced relation to the exterior of the bag at the permanently closed end. The bag, with the rope and carabineer disposed therein, may be carried on a harness worn by the firefighter by passing the second loop around an exposed portion of the harness and passing the bag through the loop. Alternatively, the bag may be carried in a bunker pants pocket of the firefighter's protective clothing with the second loop extending through the open, upper end of the pocket and draped outside thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 27, 2001
    Publication date: October 31, 2002
    Inventor: John Price
  • Patent number: 6446852
    Abstract: A tool-carrying assembly to be secured by a waist-encircling belt, and, additionally, by straps encircling the legs of a workman using the belt assembly. The assembly is thus stabilized, and enhanced weight distribution is achieved. Elements of the belt assembly include a waist-encircling band supporting a pair of laterally spaced, depending panels each carrying tool-accepting pockets. The pockets preferably carry visual markings and coding as well as other indicia identifying clearly the specific tools to be “housed” or carried in and to be returned to each pocket after use. Inventory control of the tools is thereby significantly enhanced. Pivotal flaps depending from the band-carried panels serve to cover the tools when not in use, and to prevent the tools from scratching or otherwise marring any article, or fixture, or “workpiece” requiring the workman's attention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2002
    Assignee: WMH Tool Group, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph A. Sorensen, Charles Poremba, Rick De Francesco
  • Publication number: 20020113107
    Abstract: A tool pouch includes an internal tool receiving portion and an external tool receiving portion such that the internal tool receiving portion is insertable into the user pocket to provide a protective tool holder within the user pocket and the external tool receiving portion is positioned outside of the user pocket for receiving tools. The internal tool receiving portion has first and second internal members which are generally planar elements that are attached to each other to form an internal tool receiving cavity. The external tool receiving portion has first and second external members which are generally planar elements that are attached to each other to form a second tool receiving cavity. The internal and external tool receiving portions are connected at a bail. Any part of the internal or external tool receiving portions may be substantially formed from a multi-layered piece of material. An underlying stiffening element may be used to strengthen any portion of the tool pouch.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2001
    Publication date: August 22, 2002
    Inventors: Bruce W. Hartranft, John Zachary, David A. Trotter
  • Publication number: 20020084299
    Abstract: A tool-carrying assembly to be secured by a waist-encircking belt, and, additionally, by straps encircling the legs of a workman using the belt assembly. The assembly is thus stabilized, and enhanced weight distribution is achieved. Elements of the belt assembly include a waist-encircling band supporting a pair of laterally spaced, depending panels each carrying tool-accepting pockets. The pockets preferably carry visual markings and coding as well as other indicia identifying clearly the specific tools to be “housed” or carried in and to be returned to each pocket after use. Inventory control of the tools is thereby significantly enhanced. Pivotal flaps depending from the band-carried panels serve to cover the tools when not in use, and to prevent the tools from scratching or otherwise marring any article, or fixture, or “workpiece” requiring the workman's attention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 28, 2000
    Publication date: July 4, 2002
    Inventors: Joseph A. Sorensen, Charles Poremba, Rick De Francesco
  • Patent number: 6402002
    Abstract: A tool caddy carrier with sturdy construction, lightweight, easily customized and transports easily. The carrier can be customized for use by any tradesman using belt type tool pouches, various decks for tool storage, and a storage tray. This carrier can rest on most flat surfaces in an upright position. The carrier can be carried by hand or with a shoulder strap. The shoulder strap can be used for carrying when hands must be free for such things as climbing ladders and carrying larger parts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 2000
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2002
    Inventor: Patrick Hart Benton
  • Patent number: 6390348
    Abstract: A tool belt comprises an inside girdle with a strap fitted through loops on the outside surface of the girdle to retain a series of tool pockets attached to the strap by means of nooses on the upper end of each of the pockets enabling easy adjustment and replacement of the pockets. The girdle is shaped to provide for maximum comfort and support of the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2002
    Assignee: Travel Caddy, Inc.
    Inventors: Donald E Godshaw, Andrzej M. Redzisz
  • Publication number: 20020047033
    Abstract: A holder allowing a portable terminal to be held selectively on a waist or thigh is provided. The holder for a portable terminal comprises an accommodating unit for accommodating the portable terminal, and plural wearing units for having the accommodating unit worn on a body. The plural wearing units include a thigh fixing band worn on the thigh, a belt fixing band suspended on a waist belt, and a waist belt band having only an inserting unit slightly wider than the width of the belt. The units are attached to the accommodating unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2001
    Publication date: April 25, 2002
    Inventors: Hideki Harada, Naoyuki Ito, Nobuhiro Ide
  • Patent number: 6364182
    Abstract: A holster assembly for use with a hand-held utility knife having a segmented blade. The holster assembly comprises a plastic holster having a generally hollow interior and a blade well located inside the hollow interior of the holster. The blade well has at least one slot therethrough. By simply twisting the knife, a user may break off the endmost blade segment exposing a fresh cutting edge. The used blade segments are collected inside the blade well.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2002
    Inventor: Mary Kay Hansen
  • Publication number: 20020017545
    Abstract: This invention relates to a portable case adapted for holding hand held devices such as phones, cameras, camcorders, radios and other products as well as non-electronic devices such as flashlights. The case is supported by a selectively bendable stand which may be altered in any variety of positions to provide a support for the case and associated electronic equipment. The case may also include an elastic cord element to removably interconnect the electronic device on an exterior surface of the case during use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2001
    Publication date: February 14, 2002
    Inventors: Paul Badillo, Sandra Martinez, Richard N. Case
  • Patent number: 6345752
    Abstract: A holder for securely holding pens, pencils and other writing instruments, attaches to a belt or waistband horizontally. The holder comprises a front part and a back part attached to each other to form a pocket. The back part includes a flap which can be secured to the front part to close or cover the pocket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 24, 2000
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2002
    Inventor: Leonard T. Chapman
  • Publication number: 20020005420
    Abstract: A sanitary glove container assembly and a method for its use that permits the storage of sanitary gloves. The assembly comprises two rounded, hollow members with threaded openings, and the members are joined by a securing mechanism. The area of the openings is smaller than the cross sectional area of the hollow members such that gloves will not fall out inadvertently. The user may individually encapsulate one glove in each hollow member in a manner in order to allow for easy access to the gloves, allow for easy loading of the device, prevent tangling of the gloves, and ensure cleanliness of the glove before use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2001
    Publication date: January 17, 2002
    Inventor: Armin Altemus
  • Publication number: 20020003155
    Abstract: An ambidextrous drill holster is provided which enables the drill holster to be accessible for both a left handed or a right handed user. A reinforcement type material is also provided for strengthening the tool belt pass-through neck of the weight bearing pouch.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2001
    Publication date: January 10, 2002
    Inventors: Matthew J. Holland, Gregory Scott Snider, James Pangerc
  • Publication number: 20010050240
    Abstract: The holder has one or two strips which are attached to its outer wall and which are formed into loops for receipt of tees. When the tees are so received, their heads are above the upper edge of the strips but below the upper edge of the holder. According to one embodiment of the holder, the pointed lower ends of the tees are within but do not protrude from beneath the strips. According to a second embodiment, the pointed lower ends are accommodated in a pocket and according to a third embodiment the pointed ends are above the lower edge of the holder and the holder is formed of sufficiently pliable material that it yields to the golfer's movements but is strong enough to resist penetration by the pointed ends.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2001
    Publication date: December 13, 2001
    Inventor: Abel Pattrick Reid
  • Publication number: 20010035444
    Abstract: An improved cell phone holder has a fixed, substantially horizontal, phone pocket with an open end, the phone pocket sized to firmly hold the phone at the waist of a user when not in use, yet quickly release the phone through the open end when needed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 26, 2001
    Publication date: November 1, 2001
    Inventor: Joshua M. Alis
  • Patent number: 6290112
    Abstract: A holder for keys on rings has a belt retaining flattened loop through which a belt passes. The flattened loop has a front face formed by a short top leg and a longer bottom leg that is bent inwardly to resiliently engage the front surface of the belt to prevent the device from inadvertently sliding off the belt. The lower leg forms a bight that holds a clasp member of a clasp and receptacle combination well known in the art of molded plastic strap buckles on luggage. The receptacle member that releasably locks onto the clasp member is constructed to hold one or more rings of keys. The receptacle member with its keys can be released and reattached to the belt with one hand. The belt retaining portion may be removed from or attached to the belt without unbuckling the belt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2001
    Inventor: Morton Iver
  • Patent number: 6269993
    Abstract: One end of a leaf spring is connected to a plate so that the leaf spring is disposed generally parallel to the plate, permitting the resulting article to be clipped onto an edge of a thin object, such as a waistband. Two spaced parallel slots extend through the plate, permitting a band of material, such as a belt, to be attached to the plate by threading the band into one of the slots and out of the other slot. The resulting article permits carrying cases that are provided with belt loops, intended for a user's belt, to be clipped onto the waistband of a beltless user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2001
    Inventors: Dennis E. Ebejer, Jacob Y. Wong
  • Patent number: 6227361
    Abstract: A carrying case for portable communication devices employing vibrations to signal incoming messages or calls is disclosed. The case includes within it an exterior facing metallic member and an interior facing retaining member. The retaining member urges the communication device against the metallic portion, thereby aiding in transmitting the vibrations from the interior of the carrying case to the exterior of the carrying case to enhance the ability of the user to detect the vibration signally an incoming message or call.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2001
    Inventors: Donilee Grabb Salazar, Cinder Marquis
  • Patent number: 6206188
    Abstract: A receptacle for the safe storage and disposal of used cutting blades, the receptacle being configured as a closed receptacle having an insert slot at opposite ends for the insertion of the used cutting blades into the receptacle. Each insert slot includes an angled guide for guiding the used cutting blade toward the insert slot. Interiorly, the angled guides act as detents inside the closed receptacle to inhibit the inadvertent dislodgement of the used cutting blade outwardly through the adjacent insert slot. The top wall of the receptacle is angled inwardly into the receptacle to serve as a deflector to prevent a used cutting blade from passing directly from one insert slot to the other insert slot. The receptacle is configured to be belt mounted or to be releasably secured to a toolbox, wall, or the like. The receptacle is also configured to be readily disposable when filled with used cutting blades.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2001
    Inventor: Mark Alexander
  • Patent number: 6189756
    Abstract: A one-piece belt loop device of a relatively rigid material for use with a web of Velcro® fastener material includes a base having top and bottom edges with a pair of side edges extending therebetween. Recesses in the top and bottom edges provide guidelines for stitching the top and bottom edges of the base to the holster with the side edges free of the holster. The base thus presents a first loop for extension of a user's belt therethrough. A central housing presents upper and lower apertures with a raised central surface therebetween for attachment of a spring belt clipped thereto to clip the holster to the user's belt. A thumb break strap can be further extended between the apertures and has Velcro® material thereon releasably engageable with the underlying Velcro® material. The belt loop device enhances assembly and presents a reinforced belt attachment structure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2001
    Assignee: Mil-Tech, Inc.
    Inventor: Robert Cleveland Ward
  • Patent number: 6179185
    Abstract: The present invention relates to tool carriers usually used on work belts, aprons, bucket carriers and the like. The present invention comprises a tool carrier or bag that has at least one handle on the top thereof so that it can be carried from place to place in an upright position, either while it is still on a work belt that is not currently being worn or being carried by itself. In the preferred embodiment, a structurally strong handle is attached to the back of the tool carrier proximate the area in which a belt may be inserted through the tool carrier by heavy duty attachment means. It is preferable to use two tool carriers each having a handle through which the user's hand is inserted in order to provide even weight distribution when the belt is being carried from place to place.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2001
    Inventor: Michael Dancyger
  • Patent number: 6161742
    Abstract: A pager holder including a generally rectangular primary strip of a durable material with a central fold line at the upper extent to provide an exterior portion and an interior portion of substantially the same length. The lower extent of the exterior portion and the lower extent of the interior portion are sewn together by stitching along a rectangular periphery for the majority of their extents but sufficient to retain an unstitched loop in the upper region for the passage of a belt therethrough. A supplemental patch of supplemental material is provided. The supplemental patch of material has a width essentially equal to the width of the primary strip. The supplemental patch is sewn by stitching along its vertical edges coextensive with the vertical edges of the primary strip through common threads to form a vertical loop for the receipt of a pager clip and an open upper edge and lower edge.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2000
    Inventor: Alen D. Kiser
  • Patent number: 6158642
    Abstract: A modular carrier assembly is disclosed which is adapted for use in playing the sport of paintball. The assembly includes a belt portion and a pack portion that are readily attachable and detachable to each other. The belt portion has a pack fastener adapted to mate with a belt fastener disposed on the pack; flaps on either the belt or the pack are inserted through straps on the other of the belt or the pack and secured to the belt. This configuration provides lumbar support to the user, enables the carrying of heavy weight, and allows for adjustments in the packs that can be carried.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 1999
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2000
    Inventor: Charles Edward Herbage
  • Patent number: 6145654
    Abstract: A spray container storage and retrieval system including a holster for receiving a sleeve therein. The sleeve is designed so as to provide an efficient trigger guard for protecting against accidental discharge of spray containers receivable within the sleeve. In certain embodiments, an optional spring may be provided in a lower portion of the sleeve in order to bias the spray container upwardly therefrom when the holster is opened.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2000
    Assignee: Zarc International, Inc.
    Inventor: Kamran Loghman
  • Patent number: 6119909
    Abstract: The tool holder of the present invention has one or more pockets which are specially configured to hold a variety of portable tools and other objects. Specifically, the present invention comprises a tool holder or bag that has at least one pocket configured so that it can carry a relatively heavy power tool such as a power drill, or a lighter tool having an angular portion such as a soldering gun, caulking gun and the like. In the preferred embodiment, the specially configured pocket is placed in the area closest to the user to provide additional structural support for the tool to be placed therein. Pockets can also be specially configured to contain other tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 20, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 19, 2000
    Inventor: Michael Dancyger