Abstract: A lift plate for holding a window pane is disclosed which may include a clamp operable to grasp a window pane with a grasping force responsive to a force of insertion of the window pane into the clamp; and a reinforcement system operable to follow a movement of at least a portion of the clamp and to prevent retraction of the clamp from a grasping position with respect to the window pane.

Abstract: A quick-action fastening system for actuating systems, preferably for motor vehicles, and a spring of the quick-action fastening system. The quick-action fastening system has a spring arranged between a fastening plate and the end part of a cable sheathing. The spring braces the end part directly against the actuating plate and has regions by which it secures the end part on the fastening plate radially and axially and prevents the actuating plate from being withdrawn.

Abstract: The invention relates to a component for fastening a profile washer to a edge strip of a sheet which is surrounded by a groove in the profile washer. When assembled, a resilient metal clamp (1) surrounds with two legs (2,3) the edge strip. An intermediate layer (6,26) of a lower level of hardness is provided between the metal bracket (1) and the edge strip. The distance between the legs (2,3) lessens in the end regions (4,5) thereof, and widens again at the ends thereof.

Abstract: A wearable napkin holding clamp includes a substantially planar base hingedly connected to a movable jaw and carries an L-shaped lever and a spring clip. The base, movable jaw and L-shaped lever together bear a loose resemblance to a clamp for use with suspenders (e.g., for attachment to the waist band of the pants). The base includes a base jaw, a base central aperture and has first and second opposing perpendicular journal tabs, each with a coaxial journal hole therethrough. The base also preferably includes first and second elongate raised salient features which are disposed substantially parallel to the base sidewalls and to one another and are spaced apart by a selected spacing defining a groove or trough therebetween.

Abstract: A gripping apparatus, and more specifically a gripping apparatus that can be used with a shirttail retaining harness to grip garments and secure them in place without damaging the garments. The gripping apparatus 30 comprises an upper member 34 having a substantially flat, elastic upper surface 32 and a lower member 38 having a substantially non-flat, rigid lower surface 36. When the gripping apparatus is in a closed position to grip a garment, the lower member 38 is urged into contact with the upper member 34, such that the lower surface 36 elastically deforms the upper surface 32.

Abstract: A belt-mounted flashlight holder includes a belt loop subassembly and a cradle subassembly that are pivotally connected to permit the mounted flashlight to be rotated to any of several detented rotational positions. The cradle subassembly can accommodate flashlights or batons of various diameters within a reasonable range and includes a flexible removable jaw that is forced by a cam against the barrel of the flashlight so that the elastic restoring forces in the movable jaw provide the force that retains the flashlight in the cradle. The flexibility of the movable jaw and cradle permits the flashlight to break away from the cradle in which it is held if the flashlight is jerked by an assailant or if the flashlight becomes caught on an object. The cam includes a high spot that renders it stable in both the locked and released positions. The belt loop subassembly includes provision for mounting the flashlight holder on a wall or other reasonably flat surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for connecting a window to a window lifter and is distinguished by a simple design, using only a few component parts. In addition, the invention guarantees a simple assembly process. It is characterized in that the gripping jaws can be loaded toward the window by a spring element. According to one preferred variant, the gripping jaws (11, 11a, 11b, 12, 12a, 12b) are connected to an essentially U-shaped spring clasp (2, 2a, 2b). Between at least one gripping jaw (12, 12a, 12b) and one end of the spring clasp (2, 2a, 2b), a tension lever (4, 4a), a tension cam (4b), or the like is disposed, which in its tensed position presses the ends of the spring clasp (2, 2a, 2b) apart and as a result, produces the gripping power.

Abstract: A device for holding up trousers (1), skirts, short or similar by attaching this item of clothing to a second item of clothing such as a shirt (2), blouse, top or similar includes a rigid base piece (3) less than fifteen centimeters in length and having a clip (4) at one end, one leg of said clip being secured to or integral with the base piece (3). The rigid base piece (3) is provided with an attachment device (5) at its end opposite the clip (4), the mobile leg (6) of said clip (4) being oriented, when the clip (4) is closed, towards the above-mentioned end fitted with the attachment device (5) in such a way that, when the clip (4) is attached to the edge (12) of the first item of clothing (1), the attachment device (5) at the opposite end can be positioned inside the first item of clothing (1), the attachment device (5) being designed for attachment to the second item of clothing (2) lying inside the first item.

Abstract: In a liquid applicator provided with a fixing member for retaining a liquid-application member having a fixing flange at its rear end, the liquid-application member and the fixing member are assembled to form an assembly which is mounted inside a front shaft of the liquid applicator through a snap-in packing. Since the fixing member is provided with a resilient clipping-plate portion for compensating any variation of the thickness of the fixing flange of the liquid-application member, assembling of the assembly and the front shaft can be easily conducted in the liquid applicator.

Abstract: A handle height adjusting mechanism includes a handle with an upper rod portion having a grip, and a lower rod portion for slidably supporting the upper rod portion. The upper rod portion has a lever turnably attached thereto. The lever has an engaging projection adapted to fit into engaging holes of the lower rod portion. The lever is constantly urged by springs in a direction which allows the engaging projection to fit in any one of the engaging holes. The upper rod portion has a stopper turnably attached thereto preventing a cancellation of the engagement between the engaging projection and an engaging hole. The stopper has a presser portion, and brake portions for contacting the lower rod portion when the presser portion covers the lever, so as to stop the turning movement of the stopper. Thus, when the engaging projection is in engagement with an engaging hole, the turning movement of the lever is inhibited and hence the engagement between the engaging projection and the engaging hole cannot be canceled.

Abstract: An improved cable control mechanism for releasing a hydraulic locking device by an operator from a remote location is provided with a clamping mechanism for quickly attaching one end at the control cable to the output lever assembly at the proper point for reliable operation of the device without prior measurement of the cable length. The clamping lever also covers the sharp free end of the cable to avoid injury to maintenance personnel. Other improvements disclosed include separate retaining clips for more conveniently mounting the output lever assembly to the locking device and for attaching the cable conduit to the output lever assembly.