Abstract: A device for securing goods (1) to be transported onto a load carrier (2), in particular a pallet (2), having a rod-shaped fastening element (3), which can be fastened to the load carrier (2), and a retaining element (4) for engaging with the goods (1) to be transported, said retaining element cooperating with the fastening element (3), is designed and developed, with regard to secure fastening of goods to be transported with universal usability and ease of handling, in such a way that a thread (5) for fastening to the load carrier (2) is formed at an end of the fastening element (3).

Abstract: A cap clip for fastening caps together is realized employing pressure type pincer snaps, allowing complex geometrical shapes to be formed while reducing the use of fasteners. In one embodiment, the cap clip includes a generally triangular base and three pincer snaps formed integrally with the base along the outer perimeter. Preferably, each pincer snap is comprised of a pair of convex walls and a shared clasping section lying along a radius of curvature path that are co-centric.

Abstract: A manually guided implement having a tool driven by an internal combustion engine, which draws combustion air in via an air filter disposed on an air filter base. The air filter is secured to the implement via a releasable securement device that includes a first securement element, and a second securement element that cooperates with the first securement element. The securement elements can be released from one another, or connected to one another, by means of a rotational movement about an axis of rotation. To achieve easy handling of the air filter, the first securement element is fixedly connected to the air filter.

Abstract: The present invention provides a tie-down strap that may be used more or less universally for securing cargo of various kinds under varying conditions, and further includes a self-organizing mechanism that is simple, practical, and easy to use for storage and re-use of the tie-down strap.

Abstract: A structure for securing the top and bottom cover portions of an air filter includes a wing member secured to the bottom cover portion. The wing member is attached to the cover portion through a post. The wing member has a wedged surface which is selectively moved along a wedged surface on a slot in the upper cover surface. The wedged surfaces cam the wing member to pivot. Once the wing member has moved through the slot, it is biased back and in a direction opposed to the rotation caused by the wedged surfaces. The wing member is thus secured on a surface on the upper cover member adjacent the slot. The wing member thus secures the two cover members in a snap fit connection. To release the snap fit connection, one merely biases the wing member in an opposed direction.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for providing releasable joining together of spacers in pairs which are preferably formed by support blocks for pallets or support walls on pallets or other load carriers by joining the spacers by means of flexible straps or by means of other releasable joining means, like pins or clamps. Spacers which are unattached or which already are integral building units in a respective pallet, are fed forward by means of a hauling track compressed in pairs to a joining station after which they are joined together and clamped together tightly. The invention is also related to machines for performing the method.

Abstract: A clamping device for detachably joining together drums to be stored one above the other and/or side by side is formed as a block-shaped clamping device consisting of flexible material and containing at least two open incisions. Preferably, the clamping is of approximately cubic shape and the open incisions respectively become wider as viewed toward the inside. The widened zones have preferably cross-section shaped like arcuate segments.

Abstract: A cone lock wherein a lever for rotating a cone in engagement within a socket of a container is provided with a stopper for defining the pivotal movement of the lever to prevent the cone lock from falling out. The lever is rotatable and slidable longitudinally for operating a pair of upper and lower cones which are set to be directed opposed to one another so that when one cone is removed, the other is not disengaged.

Abstract: A modular drum rack for storing and stacking drums. Two, three, four, or more laterally adjacent modules may be assembled together in a unit, to accommodate an equal number of drums in a single tier. Subsequent tiers can be stacked upon one another to form a drum stacking rack. The modules include openings for receiving fork truck tines to allow the units to be moved by a fork truck. Openings are provided on four sides of the units to permit handling from all directions. Two sets of openings are provided on the front and back of the unit to provide a balanced lift point for the unit with either an even number of drums or an odd number of drums. When the units are empty they are adapted to be interlocked with one another to reduce space requirements for return shipment.

Abstract: An ornamental wheel device includes a sheet metal ring portion having an annular wall and inwardly turned first and second flanges to define open channels at the extremities thereof. A plurality of clips are circumferentially spaced around the annular wall and include extended toothed members adapted for biting engagement of the wheel. The ends of each clip are furcated so that a space is provided between the forks at each end for receipt of the flanges therein to secure the clip to the ring portion.