Abstract: A portable light tower apparatus includes a portable chassis having a first tubular member mounted in the chassis. A second tubular member is at least partially contained within the first tubular member so that a space is formed between the first and second tubular members. A tensioner, attached to the first tubular member, applies tension to an associated cable. A pulley is also attached to the first tubular member. A first portion of the cable is connected at one end to the second tubular member, and extends to the pulley. A second portion of the cable extends from the pulley to the tensioner. The first and second cable portions are contained within the first tubular member.

Abstract: A weighted sign base for supporting real estate signs and the like, especially signs that are provided with a pair of posts, is disclosed. The weighted sign base is formed in a generally truncated conical shape having a hollow interior adapted to be filled with a fluent material to provide weight, such as water or sand. A rectangular opening is provided in a central web portion of the base which functions as a handle for lifting and carrying the sign base.

Abstract: A display stand for flags or banners adapted to be supported by the weight of a vehicle. The stand comprises a tubular piece of metal having a U-shaped configuration at one end including an arcuate portion and a pair of spaced legs extending in a common direction therefrom which form a base for receiving a vehicle's tire rolled thereupon to stabilize the stand. One of the legs extends beyond the length of the other leg away from the associated vehicle and includes an outer end deflected upwardly from the base having an inner diameter adapted to releasably receive one end of a flag pole to which the flag or banner to be displayed is attached.

Abstract: The foot bearing the seat surface of a seat is divided at a distance of 20-30 cm from the seat surface. Between the mutually facing end faces of the two foot parts (5a,5b) a rubber cushion (9) is arranged, the circumferential area of which is widened to form a brake ring (11). The elastic restoring force, working counter to the inclination of the seat, of this cushion is reinforced by two further cushions (16,17) arranged within the foot parts (5a,5b). By means of the suitable arrangement of sliding elements with low friction (T1-T3), the mutual rotation between the two foot parts (5a,5b) is ensured.Thanks to this construction, the seat surface can be swiveled in a tumbling manner in such a way that every point of said seat surface moves on an imaginary spherical surface and thanks to the mentioned elastic restoring force, the seat part always returns automatically to its initial position.

Abstract: A seat pedestal mount for boats, which is characterized by strength, stability, ease of installation and convenience in maintenance. The seat pedestal mount includes a base plate for mounting in the deck of a boat, the base plate having a plate flange for securing the base plate to the boat deck and a downwardly-extending, tapered bushing seat for recessed mounting in the boat deck. A tapered, slotted bushing is removably seated in the bushing seat and receives a seat pedestal extension or a seat pedestal, such that the seat pedestal extension or seat pedestal is rigidly, yet removably, stabilized in the bushing seat of the base plate. When a pedestal extension is used, the seat pedestal element of a seat frame fits into the top end of the pedestal extension and the bottom end of the pedestal extension is seated in the slotted bushing, to mount the seat in rigid relationship on the deck of the boat.

Abstract: An apparatus for displaying lights. The apparatus includes an elongated body having a first end and a second end; and a base for being mounted on the second end of the body; the base includes a center member, an outer member, and joining structure extending between the center member and the outer member for fixedly joining the center member to the outer member.

Abstract: The subject apparatus is a movable basketball backboard framework, which is readily movable from one position to another. Such framework comprises, in general, a base frame having a triangular disposition, with a vertically disposed spinal support member, integrally disposed on the upper portions of the vertical spinal support member is a flat basketball backboard member.

Abstract: A staging system including curtains, for use particularly around a portable stage unit, which includes movable support towers. A base on each tower is arranged to interlock with an adjacent base for convenience in transporting and compact storage. Horizontal trusses are provided to intergage endwise and be supported on and between support towers. For operative use the trusses are supported on the top elements of the towers. For storage, trusses or tubular supports are mounted on side support elements of the adjacent towers. The trusses or tubular supports have rails or slots, respectively, for supporting stationary and movable curtains to enclose a stage unit.

Abstract: A saddle pillar member for cycles, comprising a cylindrical portion intended to be slidably inserted into a tube of the cycle frame and able to be locked in a selectively determined position within this tube by a clamping action exerted on the external surface of the cylindrical portion, and consisting of a metal core having peripheral parts which appear the external surface of the cylindrical portion, and a mass of plastics material applied to this core to complete the cylindrical portion.

Abstract: A reflective device for providing 360 degrees of reflective surface to an attached support post having only forward and rearward faces suitable for viewing. The device comprises an elongate, hollow tubular body having a top rim, intermediate side wall and bottom rim. A closed top cover is coupled to the top rim and includes a recess which projects above the cover and is configured to provide a conformed fit around the upper end of the support post which is received therein. A slotted opening is positioned in the bottom cover which is coupled to the bottom rim and provides a port for inserting the post for seating within the 360 degree reflective structure.

Abstract: An equipment stand, in particular for dental implements, which consists of a carrier possessing holders for the dental implements or instruments. A stand which extends in a vertical direction, concurrently forms the carrier possessing the implement holders, so as to thereby eliminate a separate component as a carrier in the form of a cross-bar, and consequently avoids a complex construction. Furthermore, through a superimposed arrangement of the implement holders there is afforded a good overview of the implements which are located in the holders.

Abstract: A folding microphone stand has a stand tube which is pivotally supported in heavy cast base. Locking means are provided for securing the stand tube in an erect or a stored position.

Abstract: An umbrella support construction stably supports a heavy umbrella such as a garden umbrella. The support construction includes a base having a through bore with a top and a bottom opening. An insert is provided which is sized to be received in the through bore. The insert includes a central opening for receiving the pole of an umbrella and small through holes which are capable of receiving screws. The screws can be tightened to bear against the umbrella pole to retain same in the insert. Complementary formed shoulders are provided on the insert and the base which prevent removal of the insert through the top opening of the through bore.

Abstract: An improved seat pedestal assembly (12) is disclosed for use on boats such as a bass boat (10). In the improved design, the extension (71) has a reduced diameter nipple (72) with a threaded portion (74) thereon. The base plate (75) includes a common threaded nut (78) welded to the bottom thereof to receive the threaded portion (74) and to rigidly secure the extension (71) to the base plate (75). In another embodiment, the base plate (96) can be threaded along substantially the entire length of the cylindrical portion (100). The present invention also provides an improved ski tow assembly (14) which is provided with a main support extension having a threaded portion (74, 94) which can be received by the threaded nut (78) on base plate (75) or by the threaded portion on base plate (96).

Abstract: A post support and protector includes a pair of members having first portions for attachment to a post and second portion for anchoring within the earth.

Abstract: A high-hat cymbal stand of the type including a support pipe, a foldable leg assembly having a plurality of legs and a coupler which is mounted for movement along the support pipe and to which each of the legs are attached, a set screw for releasably locking the coupler to the pipe, and a pedal assembly having a weight-supporting member which shares the weight of the stand with the legs when the stand is set up for play utilizes a spring operatively connected between the support pipe and the leg assembly which when the stand is placed upright upon a floor or similar supporting surface holds the weight-supporting member of the pedal assembly in spaced relationship to the floor. An associated method of setting up the stand distributes the weight of the stand between the pedal assembly and the legs so that the stand does not wobble or creep across the floor during play.

Abstract: An extruded section bar member for use as a vertical support in furniture, particularly in industrial and office furniture, comprising a cross section corresponding to an elongated rectangle with rounded edges and including T-grooves recessed into its long sides for receiving fastening elements.

Abstract: A modular furniture support structure comprises first and second pluralities of arm members lying respectively in common upper and lower planes and associated by an upright. Respective ends of the arm members are connected to the uprights, at least the arm members of the second plurality being movably associated with the upright by individually inserting each arm member of the second plurality into clamping jaws effective to be movably engaged with the upright at the other end thereof.

Abstract: A barrel dog house is provided which utilizes a unique mounting means which comprises a bracket having a central mounting portion adapted to be mounted on a vertical pole and at least four radially extending barrel support arms. Two of the support arms are opposed side arms which are contoured to conform to at least the lower side wall contour of the barrel, and the other two of the support arms are generally horizontal opposing fore and aft arms. The mounting means is mounted to the top end of a vertical pole and a barrel is mounted on the mounting means with the barrel having an opening in one end for ingress and egress.

Abstract: A guard rail comprising stiffening posts, a bottom rail and a top rail connecting the posts, is fastened to a building element, for instance a concrete slab, by a fastening device. The device comprises an anchor plate permanently secured to the building element and having an upper spherical support surface. A base plate has a lower support surface received by the support surface of the anchor plate. The upper portion of the base plate has a projecting collar which receives one of said posts in vertical position. The amount of horizontal offset of the collar is such that the posts and the bottom rail may be in contact with the building element.

Abstract: A support column for a trophy or the like comprising two parts, both of which are substantially flat so that they may be readily packed, shipped or inventoried. The column includes a weight-supporting front plate, and a semi-resilient back panel with connecting means therebetween by which the weight-supporting front plate will present a continuous front, while the back panel is disposed in a semi-circular position to form the hollow column.

Abstract: A beach umbrella support is formed by a collapsible container which can be filled with solid or liquid material to give it stability. Means are provided to retain the beach umbrella shaft in the container and the container itself can be provided with handles and pockets to double as a beach bag. Corner rods can be provided for additional stability and a table top can also be provided.

Abstract: An adapter for the concrete foundation mounted bolts to the bolt holes of a pole base of a different configuration, including a lower plate arranged to be secured to bolts on the concrete base, an upper plate arranged to be secured to the pole base and interconnecting braces inclusive of a central electric wire passage and supporting braces between the plates.

Abstract: The disclosed collapsible stand has two sets of opposed legs extending radially from a tubular hub support, the stand being of the type that is collapsed or set up by rotating one set of legs relative to the other set of legs about the hub support until the legs are at 90.degree. to each other. Each leg is formed of an elongated rod back folded on itself to present inner and vertically spaced inner ends that are secured to the discs mounted on the hub support with an outer center portion of the back folded rod engaging the floor and serving as a foot for the stand. The inner ends of the legs are sandwiched between a pair of discs movably and rotatably mounted on the tubular hub support. Two pairs of locking or detenting tabs are upstruck from each of the lower discs, each pair of tabs being spaced apart to define a leg receiving slot therebetween. Preferably, the inner ends of the legs are each disposed between a pair of detents to provide a firm and stable support.

Abstract: A stand structure, preferably for candle chimes comprises a base member, a pillar member which is detachably connected to said base member, a bracket member, preferably in the shape of a star and serving to hold the bells of the chime and a vertical shaft, the upper end of which being conical and serving as a journal for the rotor of the candle chime. The bracket comprises two identical parts, having indentations and cut out portions which when said parts are superimposed in register with each other form a circular opening for the shaft as well as an opening for cooperation with a corresponding portion of the pillar to keep the bracket parts pressed against each other and the shaft clamped between said bracket parts.

Abstract: A bracket for mounting a mail box or the like has a pair of substantially identical upper and lower plate numbers each having surrounding walls. A series of open housings project from the plate members, and are interconnected to one another and to the walls by reinforcing ribs. The housings have interior vertical splines, and elongated posts are engaged in aligned pairs of the housings and frictionally locked therein by the splines. The lower plate member is embedded in the earth along with portions of the posts, and a mailbox is secured to the exposed, upper plate member.

Abstract: A base for poles comprises a first block of concrete of predetermined shape, having lateral walls covered with a layer of asbestos cement or plastic, a second smaller block, of predetermined shape, having lateral walls covered with a layer of asbestos cement or plastic and partly submerged into the first block of concrete, and a tubular sleeve embedded vertically in the first concrete block and extending into a hole of predetermined diameter in the first block. The second block and the portion of the tubular sleeve located within the second block serve as a socket for receiving a pole.

Abstract: A portable workstand primarily designed to support a plurality of different types of reloading presses and related equipment to allow a variety of operations to be performed on metallic cartridge and shotshell cases without the necessity of changing presses. The workstand includes a base which is universally mountable to the hub portion of tires to varying sizes and a top plate that is provided with a plurality of particularly shaped slots and a variety of mounting hole patterns which together cooperate to allow substantially all conventional reloading press equipment to be mounted thereon with up to about four reloading tools or combinations of presses and tools being simultaneously mountable.

Abstract: The stand is of a general hemispheric configuration. It is dimensioned with an adapter to handle a broad range of stem sizes and heights of artificial Christmas trees. A principal feature of the stand is the quick mounting and quick release that is made possible by the adapter which is readily expanded or reduced in its diameter when the tree trunk is inserted or removed.

Abstract: A highly visible display device has a base, a staff supported by the base, and a battery-operated signal device located at the top of the staff. A plurality of support poles are interconnected to form the staff, thereby enabling the display device to be erected and subsequently disassembled quickly and easily. A ballast bag is adapted to fit over the base in order to maintain the display device in place, for example against the action of high-speed vehicular traffic passing by the device. A flag may be secured to the staff to further enhance the visibility of the display device.

Abstract: A pole support including a housing that defines a base portion for mounting on a support surface, a cavity for accommodating electrical equipment, a receiver opening for receiving a pole and communicating with the cavity, an access opening providing physical access to the cavity, and a plurality of bolt holes physically accessible externally of the cavity. Covering the access opening is a door that can be opened to expose the electrical gear in the cavity. Also removably secured to the housing are covers for retaining bolts disposed in the bolt holes.

Abstract: A knock-down display rack for displaying articles, such as bottles or the like, at the point of purchase and which includes a vertical support member extending from a base and also includes a series or removable and unattached shelves for supporting layers of the articles, one shelf being located between each layer of articles. The shelves each have a slot therein and extending from its periphery to the central portion of the shelf whereby the shelves may be inserted around vertical support for resting on the layer of articles therebeneath. The slots of the shelves are non-aligned with one another, that is they extend in different directions, thereby each shelf prevents the others from all being disengaged by a single lateral movement of the display rack, and thereby provide stability to the display rack.

Abstract: A scratching post assembly is provided for cats, and other pets, which comprises an upright elongated post which is covered with carpeting, or equivalent material, and which is detachably mounted on a base which, likewise, may be covered with carpeting, or equivalent material. In accordance with the invention, the post is readily demountable from the base, and the base is formed of two hinged sections which may be folded against one another, so that the assembly may be packaged to occupy minimal space for shipping purposes and for display in retail outlets.

Abstract: The invention is concerned with a stand for a beach umbrella or other object comprising a vertical pole, such as the game comprising a tubular pole carrying a tethered ball the stand comprising a container which can hold water, sand or other ballast, and having a lid, the base of the container having a formation which locates the end of the pole and the lid having an orifice vertically above the formation when the lid is in its closed position to provide a snug fit with the pole; formations being provided on the pole to coact with complemental formations in the container or on the lid to prevent rotation of the pole in the stand.

Abstract: A pedestal stool is disclosed having a base carrying a stem on which a seat portion is supported.The base includes a sand-filled, bulbous, ground-engaging bag or sack to enable the stool to be tilted at any angle and held at that angle by virtue of the change in shape of the sack in response to the resultant flow of sand which produces a new equilibrium position for the stool.

Abstract: A universal type locking or support frame is provided adapted for use in automobiles or other type vehicles to support and anchor a child's car bed and/or car seat, which frame includes base means for securing the frame within a vehicle, the base means being preferably deployed under a seat thereof, longitudinal support means, preferably comprising a pair of spaced apart members, pivotally connected to the base means and extending upwards therefrom, and adapted to be preferably deployed in abutting relation to the lower front of the bench portion of the automobile seat under which the base is secured, and extending above such bench portion. The bench portion and the portion of the pair of spaced longitudinal support means extending above same in conjunction with the bench portion of the automobile seat defines an area for supporting and confining a car bed or car set in front to rear or side to side disposition.

Abstract: The apparatus comprises a base and an upright which upright is used for supporting an obstacle for a missile. The apparatus is especially useful for supporting a tennis net, but does not need to be staked into the ground, neither does it need to be formed of ponderously-weighty material. According to an embodiment of the invention, the base is hollow, the same defining a reservoir therewithin, and the reservoir is fillable with fluent material, such as water or sand, to weight the apparatus -- that it might support the missile obstacle (net, or whatever) with sufficient rigidity. Too, then, the reservoir is ventable -- to discharge the fluent material -- whereby the apparatus can be carried and stored without presenting a weight or storage problem.

Abstract: A supporting post for shelving structure, which is right angular in cross section, both of the legs thereof having upwardly pointing prongs.

Abstract: A seat adapted for mounting on a vehicle tire has a seat with a sleeve extending vertically from the bottom of the seat. A rod is adapted to engage the sleeve. A base plate is attached perpendicularly to the rod and a suitable means is used to attach the base plate to the vehicle tire.

Abstract: A plurality of parts are so designed and fabricated from a lightweight, moldable material, such as plastic, that when assembled form an integral, sturdy speaker stand combining the features of economy, durability, and ease of handling.

Abstract: A universal type locking or support frame is provided adapted for use in automobiles or other type vehicles to support and anchor a child's car bed and/or car seat, which frame includes base means for securing the frame within a vehicle, the base means being preferably deployed under a seat thereof, longitudinal support means, preferably comprising a pair of spaced apart members, pivotally connected to the base means and extending upwards therefrom, and adapted to be preferably deployed in abutting relation to the lower front of the bench portion of the automobile seat under which the base is secured, and extending above such bench portion. The bench portion and the portion of the pair of spaced longitudinal support means extending above same in conjunction with the bench portion of the automobile seat defines an area for supporting and confining a car bed or car seat in front to rear or side to side disposition.

Abstract: A collapsible stand for mounting a reloading press has a base supporting an inclined pedestal the upper end of which is arranged for mounting the press on a vertical axis disposed intermediate transverse feet located at the front and rear ends of the base, providing a stable platform for operation of the press. A brace interconnects the pedestal and the base intermediate their ends securing the pedestal at its inclined orientation relative to the base. The stand is collapsible for storage to minimum dimensions with all of the components securable against displacement.

Abstract: Detonating primer cords for explosives are usually stored and dispensed from a reel sometimes contained in a cardboard box or the like. The present dispenser or container receives the reel upon a spindle and is mounted for free rotation upon a base support. The cord feeds through an aperture in the front wall of the container so that when the cord is pulled to dispense same, the container pivots upon the base so that the cord can be pulled out readily and easily. The dispenser is made of non-ferrous material to prevent electrical sparking from occuring thus adding to the safety of the dispenser.

Abstract: A card reader system particularly adapted for use by public transportation vehicles and including detachable mounting means and featuring easily replaceable functionally discrete components to eliminate downtime of the vehicle due to malfunctions within the card reader system is disclosed.

Abstract: A signal device combining a fluorescent or phosphorescent light tube and a eighted base designed to be thrown or dropped from a vehicle as a warning marker. The light tube is preferably of the chemically actuated type and the base preferably has four resilient legs serving to ensure that the device will assume an upright position when dropped.