Abstract: A stand having an automatically correctable balancing system and balancing mechanisms electrically controlled by a computer (10). Replaceable accessories can be joined to a component (9) movably joined to the stand (6). Associated with the computer (10) are a calculation program and an information system that, by means of a reading device, reads correction information from data media of the accessories and conveys it to the computer.

Abstract: A stand having a carrier (2) and a load-equalizing unit (18), in the case of which stand there is provided, between the load-equalizing unit (18) and the support arm (2), a counterbalancing transmission (106) at which, independently of the position of the load, it is possible by means of changing the position of a connecting arm (5) for a constant force (FA) output by the load-equalizing unit (18) to be changed in position for balancing purposes when there are changes in weight at the load (G).

Abstract: A trolley is provided for supporting and portably moving an on-car brake lathe. The trolley includes wheels for mobility and a pneumatic cylinder for height adjustment. The pneumatic cylinder includes a piston rod, piston, and air valve. The piston has an equalizing port for dampened movement throughout the cylinder's stroke. The air valve allows static height adjustment of the lathe.

Abstract: Cantilevered apparatus for supporting a wired device such as a microphone, video camera, lamp, or illuminated microscope in any desired position comprising boom arms having a U-shaped channel which receives the wire for the device. A method of supporting the wired device wherein the wire can be easily removed and replaced, and yet is essentially hidden from view in most directions, is also disclosed.

Abstract: Object-support column includes an end unit, a guide tube which has a nominal diameter, and end having an end diameter which is smaller than the nominal diameter, and a transition-length portion extending from the nominal diameter to the end diameter, the end being connected to the end unit. A pneumatic tube surrounds the guide tube and the end unit, the pneumatic tube having a conical section with a diameter reduction surrounding the end unit. Alternatively, a guide portion of the guide tube may be supported radially on the inner wall of the pneumatic tube.

Abstract: A length-adjustable column for chairs or the like comprises an upright tube with a longitudinal axis and a piston-and-cylinder unit radially supported and displaceably guided in the direction of the longitudinal axis. A lengthwise end of the piston-and-cylinder unit is locked by an axial bearing on a base plate of the upright tube in the axial direction. For this purpose, the axial bearing is axially fixed to the lengthwise end of the piston-and-cylinder unit. The axial bearing has at least two locking arms which lock it to the base plate of the upright tube, and a securing bolt which is pushed by the piston-and-cylinder unit between the locking arms to secure the locking.

Abstract: A counterbalance apparatus (10) for moving the work surface (100B) of a work station (100) including outer and inner members (12 and 20) having outer and inner inserts (16 and 26) with outer and inner cam surfaces (16B and 26B). A dampener (30) having a threaded rod (36) is mounted within the inner member. A cam follower (50) is mounted on the dampener such that the rollers (54) are in contact with the outer and inner cam surfaces. Springs (69, 70 and 71) are mounted between the cam follower and an adjustment nut (42) around the dampener. As the work surface moves, the inner member moves in and out of the outer member to compress and expand the springs. The cam rollers move along the cam surfaces and allow for a constant force on the work surface throughout the movement of the work station.

Abstract: An auto-returning height control assembly comprising a spindle which is inserted in an outer cylinder and one end is fixed to an end of the outer cylinder, and a first and second cam member which are inserted between the outer cylinder and a sleeve member so that the spindle can rotates about its longitudinal axis and returns; its original place at the same time. At least one projection is formed on the sleeve member and the first cam member is fixed at the inside cylindrical surface of the outer cylinder. A projection is formed on the second cam member and the projection is inserted into the groove of a sleeve member and allows the up and down movement against the sleeve member. A spring is installed at the lower part of the second cam member to push the second cam member towards the first cam member.

Abstract: A length-adjustable column for chairs or the like comprises an upright tube with a longitudinal axis and a piston-and-cylinder unit radially supported and displaceably guided in the direction of the longitudinal axis. A lengthwise end of the piston-and-cylinder unit is locked by means of an axial bearing on a base plate of the upright tube in the axial direction. For this purpose, the axial bearing is axially fixed to the lengthwise end of the piston-and-cylinder unit. The axial bearing has at least two locking arms which lock it to the base plate of the upright tube, and a securing bolt which is pushed by the piston-and-cylinder unit between the locking arms to secure the locking.

Abstract: A hydraulic lifting-lowering-system for a working table, a couch or lying furniture or another heavy object allows the height level or position to be frequently adjusted or changed. The system includes a predetermined amount of hydraulic fluid, a hydraulic fluid accumulator, the fluid pressure of which on the hydraulic fluid side is adjustable, a single acting hydraulic cylinder with two end caps, a piston pressure chamber and a piston rod which, via a piston rod sealing ring, extends sealingly out through the one end cap of the cylinder. The piston pressure chamber is pressure fluid connected to the hydraulic fluid side of the accumulator. The hydraulic cylinder is of the plunger piston type, and the cylindric tube of the hydraulic cylinder is slideably and telescopically mounted in a cylindrical guiding tube, which surrounds the piston rod in its entire length and is rigidly secured to the one end of the piston rod via a cross plate or similar construction part.

Abstract: An adjustable suspension for a vehicle seat mounted on a scissors linkage wherein the spring supporting suspension force may be adjustable over a wide range of user weight, and wherein the scissors linkage permits the seat, which may include a back, to move in a substantially vertical direction during seat suspension movement.