Abstract: A trash bag support system is provided including an inner ring and an outer ring. The outer ring is adapted to snappily attach to the inner ring in order to maintain an upper peripheral edge of a garbage bag therebetween. As such, an opening of the garbage bag is maintained in an open orientation.

Abstract: A hand held bag holder (10) for maintaining the mouth of a bag in an open position typically for use in collecting garden debris. The bag holder (10) comprises a circular frame (12) and a plurality of clips (16) which are generally U-shaped and secured on the frame (12) in a snap fit arrangement. In use, the upper edge of a bag is folded over the circular frame (12) and held in position by the clips (16).

Abstract: A bag holder for facilitating placement of leaves, trash, laundry or the like into the open mouth of the bag includes a circular or oval-shaped frame having first and second supports connected to the frame and having first and second bag fastening members connected to the supports. The frame defines first and second bag-receiving notches, and the fastening members and notches are positioned at four corners of an imaginary rectangle or trapezoid. A handle is connected to the frame, and a clamp and stop are connected to the handle. A bag mouth can be placed over the circular or oval frame and pulled tightly around the rectangle or trapezoid formed by the fastening members and notches with an excess, gathered portion of the bag held between the clamp and stop so that the bag mouth is held open in a substantially rectangular or trapezoidal configuration for easy access to the interior of the bag.

Abstract: A portable toilet and waste receptacle system is provided including a toilet seat and a conventional bucket for performing toilet functions, said seat being attachable to the upper rim of a bucket for use in locations not having conventional toilet facilities. In one embodiment, a flexible waste container can be placed within the bucket to receive human waste. The flexible waste container can be sealed, stored in the bucket, and a separate sealable lid can be placed onto the bucket to seal-in the waste contained therein.

Abstract: A trash discriminator device (10) for a container (12) having an open top edge (14) which holds a plastic bag (16) therein, with an upper portion (18) of the plastic bag (16) folded over the open top edge (14) of the container (12). The device (10) comprises a barrier (26) placed over the open top edge (14) of the container (12) to allow trash to enter the plastic bag (16), while preventing a tray (24) to be deposited into the plastic bag (16). A structure (28) is for attaching in a removable manner the barrier (26) onto the open top edge (14) of the container (12) on the folded over upper portion (18) of the plastic bag (16), so as to hold the plastic bag (16) in place and stop the plastic bag (16) from sliding down into the container (12).

Abstract: A new motor vehicle trash bag for storing garbage that has accumulated in a vehicle. The inventive device includes an interior frame member having a generally V-shaped cross-section. The interior frame member has an inverted generally U-shaped inner member. The inner member has a spring member disposed thereon. The interior frame member has an inverted generally U-shaped outer member. The outer member is secured to the spring member whereby the spring member biases the outer member outwardly with respect to the inner member. The inner member and the outer member each have a pair of clips disposed thereon. The pair of clips are adapted for holding a garbage liner therebetween in an open orientation. An exterior portion is dimensioned for receiving the interior frame member therein. The exterior portion is dimensioned for positioning beneath a seat of a vehicle.

Abstract: A device for holding bags of a variety of sizes and shapes open to receive contents therein while also allowing for easy changing of bags. Bagholder and bag assembly also being rotatable about an axis to allow the mouth of the bag to close shut and to allow mounting and utilizing bagholder assembly on various horizontal, vertical, or angled surfaces so as to fold away when not in use, comprised of an annular bag support ring, a mating annular bag lock ring and a labyrinth-like passageway to trap and hold a bag, one or more support arm(s) extending co-planarly from the ring, an elongated cam attached to the arm(s), and a rotatable clamp with mounting plate to mount rings, arm, and elongated cam assembly to a suitable surface while allowing the assembly to rotate and index to a variety of positions.

Abstract: A bagging spout for a coin handling machine has an inclined chute extending between an upper inlet and a lower outlet. A spreader plate extends downwardly adjacent the outlet. A clamp member is hinged to the top of the spout adjacent the inlet. The clamp member has spaced ears that engage the outside of parallel side portions of the chute to pinch a coin bag between the ears and the chute.

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 holder (10) for a zip lock bag (12) includes an assemblage (14), for supporting the zip lock bag (12) in a vertical opened position, so that articles (16) can be deposited into the zip lock bag (12) by two free hands (18) of a person.

Abstract: For use with a waste bin containing at least one bag for receiving a particular type of waste material, a bag engagement system for opening and closing the bag which includes an axially rotatable elongated gripper element for releasably gripping an edge portion of the bag, the bag being opened and closed by moving the gripper element back and forth over the opening of the bin, the gripper element capable of being locked to prevent its rotation so that the weight of the bag contents increases the grip of the gripper element on the bag edge portion.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for sorting and storing diverse articles wherein the apparatus comprises a base assembly and an integral upstanding storage panel assembly associated therewith. The base assembly forms a bin for receiving articles to be stored and serves the dual function of providing stabilizing support for the entire receptacle. The upstanding storage panel has a front face, a rear face, one or more openings extending orthogonally therethrough, and one or more shelves, each extending rearwardly from the rear face proximal to a corresponding aperture, respectively. A removable annular closure assembly in the form of a collar member insertable into each aperture is provided for temporarily attaching the open-end portion of a flexible storage bag to the panel assembly in the region of a corresponding opening with the remainder or closed-end portion of the storage bag extending rearwardly and reposing on its corresponding shelf.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a liner retainer for holding a thin film liner in a container having a mouth. The liner retainer includes a retainer member, a connector member and an anchor member. The retainer member is elastic and formed in the shape of a loop. The retainer member can stretch to circumscribe the container and hold the thin film liner with the container. The extension member attaches to the retainer member and holds the retainer member when the retainer member circumscribes the container. The anchor member attaches to the extension member and is attachable to the container. The anchor member is adjustably positionable with the container for selectively adjusting tension in the connector member.

Abstract: A sanitary pet waste scoop for collecting and disposing of pet waste. The scoop includes a support hoop couplable to a carrying handle and a securing ring rotatably matingly engageable with the support hoop for pinning a waste bag therebetween. The securing ring is couplable to a torquing handle for accommodating manual rotation of the securing ring into mating engagement with the support hoop. A waste bag is positioned upon the support hoop so that the waste bag is maintained in an open configuration during use of the pet waste scoop. The waste bag has a lower pouch portion and an upper neck portion. The neck portion is draped over the support hoop so that the draped neck portion establishes a sanitary sheath about the support hoop. The waste bag is positioned upon the support hoop so that the waste bag is maintained in an open configuration during use of the pet waste scoop.

Abstract: An improved planting device is disclosed. A multitude of planting apparatuses are suspended from wires strung between opposing frame members of a supporting bench. The planting apparatuses comprise a rigid cylindrical pot into which a soft plastic, soil containing sleeve is inserted. The sleeve can be made deeper to contain a greater amount of soil by lifting the pot and pushing the soil medium downward. The invention therefore provides the means to bury the overgrown stalks of viny plants in a progressively deepening soil medium.

Abstract: A toothpaste tube holder 10 is disclosed for holding a toothpaste tube 50 when either full or rolled. The toothpaste tube holder 10 includes slots 20 for ease of access of the toothpaste tube 50 and for providing a wedging action for securely holding the toothpaste tube 50 in a rolled-up position when not in use.

Abstract: A bag holder comprises a scoop and a locking ring for engaging the scoop and maintaining a bag in position on the scoop. The scoop is a hollow device with a mouth and a base. A channel extends inwardly from the mouth of the scoop towards the base. In use, a bag is retained in an open position between the ring and the base of the scoop, and a user funnels debris into the mouth, through the scoop, and into the bag.

Abstract: A trash bag stand comprises a lip ring, a stand fastener, a bag securing mechanism, a drop and a bag dispenser. The bags are disposable and each bag is assumed to have, as typical, a body with a length and a lip defining the opening of the bag into the bag body, the lip having a circumference. The lip ring has a circumference approximately equal to the bag lip circumference and has a length perpendicular to the plane of its circumference substantially shorter than the length of the bag. The stand fastener fastens the ring to substantially any desired support structure. The bag securing mechanism preferably takes the form of a securing ring for securing the bag lip to the lip ring, and is hingedly fastened to the lip ring to remain with the lip ring and also be movable between a position in which the securing means secures the bag lip to the ring, and a position in which the securing means is sufficiently distant from the ring to provide for placement of the bag lip on the ring.

Abstract: A food storage bag holder for supporting a food storage bag in an open position. The inventive device includes a pair of support members which can be positioned at a desired spacing by a pair of adjustable spacing means extending therebetween. Mounting clips are secured to upper edges of the support members to secure a food storage bag between the support members in an open position to facilitate loading of food or other objects into the storage bag. The spacing means extend along only one vertical side of the device to allow for lateral removal of a loaded food storage bag from the device.

Abstract: A secure bag holding device comprising a container having an open top to receive a removable bag. A structure on an exterior surface of the container below the open top is for anchoring a free edge of the bag in a released manner thereto, so that a person doesn't have to search for the free edge of the bag after it is filled with articles.

Abstract: A bag holder having an inner ring and an outer ring formed as a one-piece member. The bag holder is provided with a hinge point between the inner ring and outer ring for allowing the outer ring to pivot around the inner ring. A locking member is provided for securing the outer ring in place around the inner ring to secure a bag between the inner ring and the outer ring. A release lever is provided for the locking member.

Abstract: A foldable, lightweight, bag holder which supports a refuse bag so that the mouth of the refuse bag is held fully open when the bag holder is placed in either a vertical or horizontal position. The bag holder is simple to use and allows a person to sweep leaves, grass clippings, trash or other debris directly into the horizontally positioned refuse bag without having to use his or her own hands, or the help of another person, to maintain the refuse bag mouth in a fully opened position.

Abstract: The invention provides a disposable litter bag system comprising a holder with a clip for holding a bundle of tear-off bags. Each bag is provided with a flap adjacent to a top opening in the bag having at least one flap opening for insertion therethrough of engaging tabs projecting from the clip. The clip has opposed jaws hingedly connected together, with engaging stops projecting from one jaw and a receiving channel formed in the second jaw for detachably lodging the engaging stops therein. The holder preferably comprises a pair of flexible straps extending through the clip which can be trapped in the clearance between the panels of an automobile cabin, for example the glove compartment.

Abstract: A frame for holding the mouth of a flexible bag in an open configuration. The inventive device includes a hoop having a pair of lateral arms pivotally mounted thereto. The lateral arms each comprise a curved length of tubing having a semi-cylindrical cross section engagable over the hoop to capture the mouth of the bag between the arms and the hoop.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a liner retainer for holding a thin film liner in a container having a mouth. The liner retainer includes a retainer member, a connector member and an anchor member. The retainer member is elastic and formed in the shape of a loop. The retainer member can stretch to circumscribe the container and hold the thin film liner with the container. The extension member attaches to the retainer member and holds the retainer member when the retainer member circumscribes the container. The anchor member attaches to the extension member and is attachable to the container. The anchor member is adjustably positionable with the container for selectively adjusting tension in the connector member.

Abstract: A bag support is described which includes a two part support frame with a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a first end and a second end. The second portion has a first end and a second end. The second end of the second portion is pivotally mounted to the second end of the first portion. The first portion and the second portion are relatively movable between an open position and a closed position. In the open position the first end of the first portion is spaced from the first end of the second portion. In the closed position the first end of the first portion is immediately adjacent the first end of the second portion. A first bag holding clamp is provided at the first end of the first portion, whereby the first bag holding clamp grips one side of an access opening to a bag. A second bag holding clamp is are provided at the first end of the second portion whereby the second bag holding clamp grips another side of the access opening of the bag.

Abstract: A bag holder has two frames each with a standard. The standards are swingably connected to diverge in a V. A clamp member will clamp a bag to each frame so that it may be open when the V is present. A torsion spring biases the frames toward one parallel position and away from the other. A pair torsion springs connecting the frame provides a convenient hinge.

Abstract: A dishwasher rack attachment for use in washing plastic bags, such as freezer bags and the like. The attachment includes a hose and a clip. The hose is engageable with any two of the prongs of the dishwasher rack so as to accommodate various sized freezer bags. The clip is slidably engageable with the hose and is configured to secure a plastic bag to the hose. The position of the clip is slidably adjustable relative to the hose so as to accommodate freezer bags of varying dimensions.

Abstract: A new and improved sandbag filling aid for supporting a sandbag in an upright position and providing a fill-chute to enable a single person to rapidly and efficiently fill sandbags during emergency situations, the sandbag filling aid comprising an upright tubular frame structure having left and right parallel support columns, a first horizontal hoop member, a second horizontal hoop member, whereby a sandbag within the first hoop may be clamped in place by pivoting the second hoop downwardly until it contacts the sandbag, and an arcuate fill-chute member extending upwardly and slightly outwardly from the second hoop member such that when the second hoop member is positioned for clamping a sandbag the chute will catch and direct hastily shovelled or thrown sand into the mouth of the sandbag.

Abstract: A two-handed scoop apparatus for filling conventional sandbags comprises an elongate rigid scoop having a generally semicircular transverse cross section defining an open upper region and open longitudinal end regions and first and second similar, inverted U-shaped, elongate handles, lower end regions of which are pivotally attached to opposing side regions of the scoop so that each handle straddles the open upper region of the scoop, the first and second handles being attached to the scoop in a longitudinally spaced apart relationship near ends thereof. A transverse cross brace is attached across each handle and a clip is fixed to each cross brace for detachably attaching an open end of a conventional sandbag to either end of the scoop so that when the scoop apparatus is moved in a direction away from the sandbag to scoop up sand or other material to fill the sandbag, the sandbag is moved along with the scoop apparatus.

Abstract: A device is provided for holding a disposal waste bag in a kitchen sink. The device comprises an open frame through which the waste bag may be inserted with the bottom of the bag supported upon the floor of the sink in order that the load of the waste is not placed on the support frame. The top portion of the bag is folded over the frame with provisions for clamping the folded over portion to retain the bag. The clamping may be effected between the frame, which may be hinged to receive the bag, and a support base, the corner, rims or at an elevated portion of side walls of the sink or clamping at a slot or a clip on the frame. The hinge may include a hinged lid or the like. The frame may be folded in half to close the top of the bag. The support frame or a hinge for the frame is conveniently affixed by suction cups, glue or the like, to the sink either at an elevated part of the side wall or upon the top rim at the corner or a side of the sink.

Abstract: A collapsible or folding storage container adapted to be mounted on a wall or other vertical support and includes a frame having a closed net dependent therefrom, and tangentially interconnected by a hinge to a first mounting plate to be secured to the wall or upright support. The frame is supported in a first position by a pair of support arms, each having a first end interconnected by a hinge to a second mounting plate attached to the wall or upright support, and a second end detachably coupled to the frame. When not in use, the frame may be detached from the support arm and be suspended from the mounting plate by the hinge. The support arms may be moved upward and stored adjacent the mounting plates. The folding storage container is preferably molded from a polymeric material in no more than three individual components. The polymeric material provides the living hinges interconnecting the mounting plates and the respective structures.

Abstract: An attachment system, an air bag module subassembly and a method of attachment are provided for the fastenerless attachment of an inflatable cushion into a restraint system. A thickened gas inlet opening of the inflatable cushion is secured within a channel portion of a cushion retainer to form a cushion/retainer subassembly wherein the secured inlet opening forms an attachment insert. The attachment insert is inserted into an attachment sleeve portion of the reaction housing to secure the cushion to the housing.

Abstract: A new and improved plastic bag hanger device is presented for employing plastic bags, especially those plastic bags with handles which are used for bagging groceries, as liners for all sizes of trash receptacles The device comprises a clip member having an upwardly protruding flange and a downwardly protruding flange located on opposite sides of the clip member. The clip member is secured over the rim of a trash receptacle with plastic bag handles hooked onto the upwardly protruding flange if the trash receptacle is tall, or the downwardly protruding flange if the trash receptacle is short. The plastic bag hanger device may also include a second upwardly protruding flange for storing extra plastic handled bags.

Abstract: A leaf bagger composed of an adjustable planar frame carrying on a lower part. A plate is fixed to the lower frame part define front and rear ramps having front and rear edges extending beyond the lower frame part and lying in a common plane. The ramps thus serve to guide material, such as leaves, moved horizontally into a horizontally disposed bag whose mouth is received over the frame and the ramps also serve to support the frame in a vertical position. The plate defining the ramps also be hung vertically on a wall so that the frame is horizontal to receive trash deposited vertically into a bag now carried vertically by the frame.

Abstract: A bag holding device for coin bags which require periodic removal and replacement. The device comprises a tube with an open upper end which receives coins and an open lower portion which fits into the mouth of a coin bag. A support bracket receives the tube. The bracket forms an elongated track to support and guide the tube during a sliding movement between an advanced position where the tube receives coins and a retracted position where the tube is accessible for removal and replacement of the coin bag. A clamping device at the advanced position of the tube grips both the tube and a coin bag on the lower portion of the tube. This device holds the coin bag on the tube and holds the tube in an advanced position.

Abstract: Applicant's invention provides a bag holder which enables a ZIPLOC.RTM. type of bag to be held in open position while filling and is adaptable to various sizes of these bags and which invention can be readily used by a single individual.

Abstract: A bag holder device is disclosed then comprises first and second component members interconnectable to form a composite beam member. Each component member has a respective end portion so that when the component members are interconnected, the end portions are oppositely disposed. Each end portion has a support surface that is delimited by a border over which a portion of a bag's wall overhangs when draped onto the support surface. Respective to each end portion is housing that fits thereover to clamp the overhanging bag portion about the border and to clamp the portion of the bag draped on the support surface about the border. Each housing is pivotally attached about its respective end portion in order to rotate on and off the respective end portion.

Abstract: A liner fastener arrangement for retaining a liner including bags with or without handles. The liner fasteners are retained relative to the container for providing removable liners.

Abstract: The disclosed apparatus supports and secures a plurality of trash liner like bags in a trash receptacle like receptacle. The apparatus allows, by the use of splines, that each bag be secured and removed independently of the remaining bags. Splines are used either secured to the four member support frame and cross members or incorporated into each bag. The four member support frame and cross members may be presized to a specific receptacle or adjustable to be used with a variety of receptacles. The cross members are moveable in order to allow an appropriate cross sectional area and resulting volume for each bag. The four member frame, cross members and splines may be in kit form that could be assembled by the purchaser. The apparatus may be used for sorting a variety of materials including but not exclusively trash for recycling.

Abstract: A hamper constructed to have an upper rim over which a disposable waste bag may be suspended in an open condition, and a hinged frame which serves to clamp the upper end of the bag to the rim. The bag may then be conveniently loaded. A hinged lid is also provided for closing the hamper when not in use. The rim is supported on upright posts which, in turn, are mounted on a base supported on casters. A removable plastic tray may be mounted on the base to catch spillage. The lid and frame may be removable for cleaning purposes. The lid and frame are hinged to a rear portion of the upper rim by means of an elongated hinge, and the hinge has at least one resilient clip for removably attaching the hinge to the rear portion of the rim to permit the frame and lid to be removed from the bracket.

Abstract: A paper sack carrying wheeled dolly is provided having a bottom platform supporting the bottom of a biodegradable paper sack such as is now required by some municipalities in their recycling programs. The upright frame of the dolly has a rearwardly extended top handle portion and mounts a top entry guide extending forwardly therefrom vertically aligned with the bottom platform with a bottom shank sized to fit within the top of the paper sack. A retainer strap having opposite ends fastened to opposite sides of the top of the frame has resiliently deflectable convex portions cam action latch tightened on opposite sides and the front of a bag at the top against the bag entry shank of the top entry guide.

Abstract: A relatively simple, collapsible garbage bag holder of the type for use outdoors includes an annular frame with a outer peripheral groove therein for receiving a split ring, which is used to releasably retain the top end of a garbage bag on the frame, legs releasably connected to the frame for holding the latter above the ground, a pair of handles on the free ends of the split ring for rotating the ring around a hinge on the opposite side of the frame between an open bag receiving position and a closed position, and a triangular latching lever rotatably mounted on one handle with a arcuate slot therein for slidably receiving the other handle, whereby when the lever is rotated the handles are drawn together to tighten the ring against the bag and into the groove.

Abstract: Expandable, elastic material is connected in a circle with two or more straps of the same material attached in such a manner as to create several sectors to hold any type of disposable or non-disposable trash bags. The design is such that it could fit most existing trash containers. A hard plastic center holding cap would secure the bags.

Abstract: A trash organizer for recycling of items makes trash sorting easy and encourages and reminds people to be environmentally concerned. The organizer includes a main frame container or housing having a plurality of individual containers carried in the main container with the individual containers being adapted to receive a particular category of refuse including glass, plastic, metal cans or paper. The container for receiving metal cans includes a cover having a hole therein of a predetermined size for receiving, for example, beverage cans and includes a self-stacking arrangement to maximize given space and a sliding rear door and clips for making emptying the cans easy. A section is provided for receiving general trash includes a set of plastuic bag retaining frames which slides into the unit. A bottle drawer is provided which allows easy access at low elevation and includes rubber stops and pads to prevent breakage of glass. The housing or frame is mounted on casters for easy mobility.

Abstract: A support frame is provided for supporting a lawn bag on the gound with its mouth open to receive leaves raked into the bag. The frame components include a flexible clip member having a longitudinal slot defined in one face of the clip. A flexible rod is adapted for press-fit engagement within the longitudinal slot of the flexible clip with a portion of the perimeter of a lawn bag trapped between the clip and the rod. The flexible rod has a length greater than the length of the flexible clip so that a portion of the rod overhangs from each end of the flexible clip. These overhang portions of the flexible rod are adapted to be pushed into the ground to support the frame, as well as the lawn bag. The clip and rod are sufficiently flexible to be bent into a U-shape while maintaining the mouth of the trash lawn bag open. In another aspect of the invention, a support block is provided which allows the support frame to be mounted to a vertical wall to support the plastic bag in a vertical orientation.

Abstract: An insert is provided for partitioning a container and for retaining two or more bags within the container. The insert includes a stable, expanding base, a telescoping, vertical support member connected to the base, at least one telescoping, horizontal arm connected to an upper portion of the support member, and at least one telescoping, horizontal leg connected to a lower portion of the support member.

Abstract: A trash bag holding bracket device which has a frame, which is preferably of a rectangular shape and which, preferably, includes means for the adjustability of the shape of such frame is disclosed. Attachment, in either a removable or fixed manner, is achieved by a plurality of clips, preferably located at points along the frame wherein such clips can adequately support the frame of the invention within the dimensions of the trash basket being used. The plurality of clips are to engage the upper rim of the trash basket in a manner wherein the clips surround the upper rim of the basket. Preferably, the clips are also shaped in a manner in which their shape reinforces the securement of the clips to the top portion of the basket.

Abstract: Disclosed is a leaf gathering and bagging system. The leaf gathering device comprises a mesh basket having a circumferential bump ring thereon, and two extendable legs cooperating with the mesh basket to guide leaves and other debris into the basket, the leaves and other debris being driven by a hand-held blower. The bag holder comprises a bump ring designed to cooperate with the basket bump ring, a cylindrical portion integral with the bag holder bump ring, and a retainer ring mounted on the cylindrical portion to retain a bag, which may be plastic, in an upright and open position. The cylindrical portion has three sockets thereon for slidably receiving three tripod legs. The bag holder and the extendable legs may be compactly stored in or on the mesh basket. The system provides an arrangement for first gathering leaves and other debris in the basket and thereafter provides for the transfer of the leaves and other debris to a bag ready for disposal.

Abstract: A scoop allows one to readily collect leaves and like lawn debris from a grassy area. The scoop has a tubular end with handles extending from either side of the tubular end. A plastic bag is releasably connected to the tubular end as by laying the open mouth of the bag over a groove, with a rubber gasket, on the exterior surface of the tubular end, and clamping the open mouth of the bag into place. The handles of the scoop are grasped by the user, and the scoop is moved into the pile of leaves and like debris to force the debris through the tubular portion of the scoop in the plastic bag. Once the plastic bag is filled it is disconnected from the tubular end by unclamping the clamp, and replaced with another bag. The entire scoop, with the exception of the clamp (which may be a campaniform ring), is an integral piece of ABS plastic.