Abstract: A video camera includes an abutment piece which is perpendicularly placed on the anterior side of the bottom of a stand portion and abuts on an attachment body to which the video camera is to be attached, a lever portion which is rotatably attached on the posterior side of the bottom of the stand portion, and bias means for biasing the lever potion toward the bottom of the stand portion. The lever portion includes an abutment portion formed such that it abuts on the abutment body. The lever portion holds the attachment body between the abutment portion and the abutment piece when it is used, and is housed in the stand portion such that it is pressurized to abut on the stand portion when it is not used. This structure enables the video camera to easily be attached to and detached from various attachment bodies such as flat display that are different from each other in thickness.

Abstract: A collapsible support includes at least three legs and a corresponding number of collapsible X-shaped structures each connected between adjacent two of the legs. Each of the collapsible X-shaped structures includes two connectors each having a lower end connected with one of the legs and an upper end connected with another one of the legs. Each of the X-shaped structures includes two lower joints connected between one of the legs and the lower end of one of the connectors and two upper joint connected between one of the legs and the upper end of one of the connectors. Each of the lower joints includes a sleeve for receiving one of the legs and a tab formed on the sleeve and connected with the lower end of one of the connectors. The lower joint includes a foot attached to the lower end of each of the legs. Each of the upper joints includes a sleeve for receiving one of the legs and a tab formed on the sleeve and connected with the upper end of one of the connectors. Each of the connectors is a strip or a tube.

Abstract: An automatically collapsible prop for propping a golf bag or the like is provided and includes a frame having a top and bottom part. A rack member is fixedly attached to the top part and includes a central guide rail formed between two side tooth members having a number of elongated parallel teeth. A slide mechanism includes a support part guided by the guide rail and a pair of pinion supports. Two pinions are rotatably mounted on the respective pinion supports of the slide mechanism so as to engage the respective side teeth. Two legs are respectively connected to the pinions. A lever rod is fastened to the slide mechanism with one end projecting upward through the support part of the slide mechanism. A coil spring is provided between the support part of the slide mechanism and the top part to normally push the slide mechanism downward.

Abstract: A foldable support frame for supporting a cutting machine comprises two opposing pairs of leg frames each of which comprises a pair of first crossed legs and second crossed legs that are pivotally connected together. Where the first and second crossed legs cross, two stopper means are positioned for supporting each pair of the first and second crossed legs and limiting the inclination of each of the first and second crossed legs. Each first and second crossed leg comprises an upper slide rod and a support leg, and each slide rod can slide within a respective support leg to adjust the total length of each first and second crossed leg. Thus, the foldable support frame can be easily folded or retracted in for storage and transport and unfolded or extended for supporting the cutting machine or other similar machines.

Abstract: A backpacker's portable cooking stand that can be used for outdoor cooking and can be foldable to a compact configuration includes a cooking platform for mounting over a source of heat, and foldable legs that are pivoted to over center attitudes for stable use of the cooking stand over a fire and are folded to a compact configuration for travelling.

Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a furniture application with a framework having a cross frame structure, the cross frame structure including a horizontal support clement that is pivotally attached to one cross support element and is removably latched onto another cross support element.

Abstract: An extensible leg frame has four support rods, four tubes, four hollow joints, four bottom seats, and eight connection rods. Each hollow joint is disposed on a top end of the corresponding support rod. Each tube is disposed on the corresponding bottom seat. Each support rod is inserted through the corresponding tube. Each connection rod is connected to the corresponding hollow joint and the corresponding bottom seat. Each support rod has a round aperture. Each hollow joint has a plurality of circular apertures. A rivet fastens the corresponding hollow joint and the corresponding support rod together.

Abstract: The invention relates to a support trestle comprising a base (1 to 5) and a support head (8) mounted thereon, whose height is adjustable, said support head having a support element that is configured as a roller (9) and is used to support workpieces. According to the invention, the support head (8) has at least one additional support element (10, 11) that can be used instead of the roller (9) and that can be brought into an operational position by pivoting the support head (8).

Abstract: A multi-leg stand mainly includes a vertical main tube and a tripod structure connected to a lower end of the main tube. The tripod structure includes an inner tube around which a locking element and three unions are sequentially mounted from top to bottom. Three legs are separately connected at inner ends to the three unions. When the locking element engages with the first union at a first locking position, the three legs are folded to locate at the same side of the main tube, and when the locking element engages with the first union at a second locking position, the three legs are equally angularly spaced and radially extended. And, when the locking element is in a releasing position on the inner tube, the three unions may be freely turned in one direction with only one hand to quickly and accurately move into the folded or the spaced position.

Abstract: The sign stand assembly includes a sign panel, support base and an upright mast between the two. The support base defines a locking recess and a hollow leg is pivotally connected to a plate portion and extending from the support base. The locking pin and actuator are carried within the hollow leg with the actuator carrying an outward protruding button. The actuator includes a medial portion defining an opening to receive the locking pin in interlocking engagement therewith.

Abstract: A support capable of supporting geomatic equipment has hinged legs which allow the legs to pivot about a horizontal axis to selected positions. A hinge lock associated with each of the legs allows the leg to be locked in the selected angular position. Locking of the legs in this manner facilitates stability of the support. The locks are readily engaged and disengaged and can be used to hold the legs in a stowed position.

Abstract: Supports for geomatic equipment, and in particular geomatic poles, can come in the form of bipods and tripods. The support system can be selectively configured as a bipod support and as a tripod support. No modification needs to be made to the geomatic pole, the system is independently capable of configuration. The position of legs of the supports is particularly selected to provide stability in both the bipod and tripod configurations.

Abstract: A retainer for holding a plurality of waterfowl decoys has at least three arms pivotally mounted on a pin so as to be moveable between a first position in which the arms are aligned parallel to each other for storage and a open position in which the arms are angularly oriented with respect to one another. The device includes a locking pin for fitting into a first set of holes in the three arms for locking the arms in the first position and fitting into a second set of holes in the arms for locking the arms in the second position. The device further includes a moveable post at the end of each arm for retaining a waterfowl decoy and a ratchet engagement between the post and the arm to permit manual movement of the post with respect to the arm to its desired orientation to retain the post in the desired orientation after it has been positioned without requiring the tightening or untightening of screws and the like.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for holding an article to be painted coated with a stand. In one embodiment the stand comprises (a) a first leg, (b) a second leg, (c) an upper connecting member attached to the first and second legs at an upper elevational position, (d) a base connecting the first and second legs at a lower elevational position, (e) at least part of the upper connecting member being insertable in a hardware opening of the article, and (f) the base extending on at least two sides of the article.

Abstract: A positioning pole comprising an elongated center pole, a first guide disposed on an outer surface of the center pole, a first support leg, and a first attachment coupler which pivotally attaches the first support leg to the first guide. The first guide has an elongated dimension oriented parallel to the elongated dimension of the pole. The first attachment coupler has an elongated dimension oriented parallel to the elongated dimension of the guide, a first face, and a second face. The first face of the first attachment coupler has a contoured surface interfitting with the pole's first guide and enables the first attachment coupler to slide along the elongated dimension of the first guide without separating from the guide in directions that are perpendicular to the guide's elongated dimension. A locking mechanism locks the attachment coupler to a corresponding guide once a desired position is found for the support leg.

Abstract: A backpacker's portable cooking stand that can be used for outdoor cooking and can be foldable to a compact configuration includes a cooking platform for mounting over a source of heat, and foldable legs that are pivoted to over center attitudes for stable use of the cooking stand over a fire and are folded to a compact configuration for travelling.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a spreader mechanism for supporting the legs (11) of a tripod erect, comprising a hub (13) having a central axis, three arms (14) pivotally mounted on the hub at positions equi-spaced around the hub to swing with respect to the hub axis between extended and folded positions. A drive mechanism (19, 22) coordinates movement of the arms so that all three arms remain in the same relationship to the hub axis throughout the range of movement of the arms, and a locking device (26, 29, 30, 3, 32) locks the drive mechanism against movement at any position throughout the range of movement of the arms. The locking device may be released held by a push button operated mechanism (50, 51, 36, 34) to allow adjustment of the spreader member and the holding means is deactivated to allow engagement of the locking device to lock the arms in a selected position of adjustment.

Abstract: A presentation device (1) includes a base (5), with bars (3) plugged together for a flexible stand (2), the stand being connected to the base (5) via a plug connection, and with transverse bars (9, 10) as a holding device for a presentation carrier (6) for connecting the latter to the base (5) and the stand (2). For a quick and easy set-up or dismantling, the base (5) is designed with four elongate foldable feet (14 to 17) which are articulated on an elongate crossmember (11) and are capable of being pivoted out of a folded-up position of rest parallel to the crossmember (11) into an operation position at least essentially at right angles to the crossmember (11) and back again.

Abstract: A musical instrument stand has three pairs of first leg rods, three pairs of second leg rods, three link tubes, a positioning seat, three support tubes, three joints, a main pipe, and a clamping device. The main pipe passes through the clamping device. The positioning seat is disposed on a lower end of the main pipe. The support tubes are connected to the clamping device and the joints. Each joint is connected to one of the first leg rods and one of the second leg rods. Each link tube is connected to the positioning seat and one of the joints.

Abstract: Display stands (20-1, 20-2, 20-3) readily adaptable for target shooting or other useful display purposes, formed and fabricated in their corresponding. patterns (P-1, P-2, P-3) formed from corresponding sheets (S-1, S-2, S-3) of corrugated paper or cardboard. Their corresponding facing members (24, 55, 72) are supported by corresponding flaps or panels (28, 54, 77) while their respective stands (20-1, 20-2, 20-3) are stabilized in a stationary manner by application of wings or straps (30), by wings or straps (58), or by struts or braces (70), respectively. The pairs of wings (30, 58) are fastened together by their respective tabs (36, 65) inserted through corresponding holes (34, 64) in their corresponding wings (30, 58) in the assembling of stands (20-1, 20-2). Niches (78) at the terminal ends (74) of struts (70) in stand (20-3) engage edges (79) of a slot (80) in FIGS. 11-17.

Abstract: A foldable frame for supporting a fabric thereon includes at least three pairs of frame legs each of which comprises a pair of first and second frame legs pivotally connected together where the first and second frame legs cross, an upper frame joint for pivotally connecting top ends of the first frame legs, a lower frame joint for pivotally connecting lower ends of the second frame legs wherein the lower frame joint is positioned below and aligning with the upper frame, and a coupling joint including a slider axle slidably connected between the upper and lower frame joints, a tubular holder affixed on the slider axle between the upper and lower frame joints, and a locker means affixed to the lower frame joint wherein the locker means is adapted for rotatably engaging with the tubular holder in order to lock up the lower frame joint on the slider axle and adjust a distance between the upper and lower frame joints, so as to regulate the tension of the fabric.

Abstract: A support platform for a beverage container is formed from rigid wires and includes a substantially planar support platform supported by two legs that are removably interengaged with and locked with locking loops formed as part of the wire support members.

Abstract: A collapsible support includes extendable and retractable arms and legs for generating a respective uncollapsed and collapsed state. In the uncollapsed state, the support can be placed on most types of surfaces in an upright position to support a golf club or other items by leaning the item against arms or hanging the item from the arm. In the collapsed state, the arms and legs are substantially parallel and adjacent the support's body and thus easily transported or stored. The support also includes an arm attachment assembly attached to the body and a leg attachment assembly attached to the body, both operable to extend and retract respective arms and legs. Also included is a biasing member to bias the arms and legs in a retracted position, an actuating member to extend the arms and legs, and a locking mechanism to lock the arms and legs in the extended position.

Abstract: A collapsing tree stand having a compact construction with an improved center of gravity and elongated folding legs. The legs of the tree stand are each broadened in width at their fold-up pivot point and then tapered to a narrower width at their distal ends. This taper provides an improved center of gravity about the base, thus reducing the tendency of the tree to tip over. The legs are sufficiently elongated to provide good balance in their extended position.

Abstract: A rack includes a base, a supporting rod, and a hanging member. The base has opposing connecting parts on two opposing ends. The middle portions of the connecting parts define an upright cylindrical holding space in between. The supporting rod is passed into the upright holding space, and pivoted to the connecting parts at a lower end so that the supporting rod can be pivoted between a laid down position and an upright in-use position. The hanging member includes a ring-shaped supporting part pivoted to the top of the supporting rod such that it can be disposed perpendicular to the supporting rod for a bag to be hung on. The supporting rod is provided like a telescope so that the height of the hanging member can be changed to be suitable for bags of different sizes.

Abstract: A guitar stand has a main support frame, a first hollow leg, a second hollow leg, a first bracket, a second bracket, an adjustment seat, and a head block. The first bracket has a connector disposed on the first hollow leg. The second bracket has a connecting brace disposed on the second hollow leg. The head block has a pair of side pillars to receive a pair of cushions, a lower tube and a pair of lugs disposed on a lower portion of the lower tube. The adjustment seat is connected to the head block, the first hollow leg, and the second hollow leg. The main support frame has a main hollow rod, a three-way joint, a first support rod, and a second support rod. The three-way joint has an upper tube to receive the main hollow rod and a hollow socket connected to the upper tube. The hollow socket receives the first support rod and the second support rod.

Abstract: A distributor insert screen cover adapted for use both as a particulate bay screen cover and as a lightweight and stable distributor insert stand. A screen is provided in multiple panels that span portions of an open, particulate bay top wall. The panels may be fitted together when removed from the particulate bay to form a stand having a footprint or base of sufficient width to provide improved stability and to allow support of the distributor insert at a height sufficient to allow suspension of a lowly disposed release element above the ground. Simplified versions having fewer or alternative stand components are also disclosed.

Abstract: A portable firearm resting assembly for providing an easily carried and set up tripod rest for holding a firearm when the firearm is not in use. The portable firearm resting assembly includes a tripod assembly having a pair of main legs, a support leg, and a carrying case for storage of the tripod assembly. In an embodiment, the support leg is shorter than the main legs and a cord is provided for holding the main legs in a spread position during use.

Abstract: A laptop computer stand adapted to be mounted on a chair or similar vertical structure that includes a horizontal edge. A hanging frame assembly includes a pivotally mounted arched arm at one end that receives the edge of a chair in one extreme position and is retractable within the hanging frame assembly in the other extreme position. The hanging frame assembly is pivotally mounted to the base frame assembly that receives the hanging frame assembly therein is one extreme position and at a substantially rectangular relationship with the hanging frame assembly in the other extreme position. A pivotally mounted leg member is used to raise the base frame assembly to a predetermined angle in one extreme position, and as a spacer in another position while the other extreme position the leg member is housed with the hanging frame space. A retainer member pivotally mounted flange is mounted to the distal end of the base frame assembly to serve as a stopper for a laptop to prevent it from sliding down.

Abstract: A support device for golf bag comprises an elongate attachment means secured to the golf bag, the attachment means including an enlargement on either end; a leg pivotal on either end of the attachment means and including a sleeve having an extension, and a joint including a top coupling member and a recessed portion such that the coupling member is fitted into the enlargement and pivotably secures the leg to the attachment means; a rod including two upper hooks each secured to the extension and a lower pivotal member; a base having a recess on the underside of a cut-out portion; and a support means including a flexible member, an L-shaped member secured to the pivotal member and an abutment member conformed to the recess. Upper part of flexible member is secured between recess and abutment member, while lower part thereof is secured to horizontal portion of L-shaped member.

Abstract: A stand for holding a camera or a microphone, includes a cylindrical tube unit having an inner wall surface defining an axially extending post-receiving chamber to telescopically receive a post therein. A positioning element is fixed on the tube unit. First, second and third support legs have upper portions sleeved on an outer wall surface of the tube unit. The second and third support legs are rotatable relative to the tube unit in such a manner that the second and third support legs can be stacked below the first support leg when the stand is in a storage position and that the first, second and third support legs engage the positioning element and are angularly spaced apart from one another when the stand is disposed at a position of use.

Abstract: A foldable frame support device for supporting a top plate used for furniture, includes two support braces disposed to prop releasably and respectively two support legs in a straddling position. Each support brace includes a spring-biased locking lever with a locking end to snap an anchoring end of a respective strut member. The strut member has a pivot end connected pivotally to a respective support leg so as to be swingable to permit placement of the support leg in a folded position upon actuating the locking lever to release the anchoring end of the strut member.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a camera mounting tripod having a huh with three legs hinged at one end thereof to the huh at equi-spaced locations around the hub to swing between a folded condition in which the legs lie alongside one another and an erect position in which the legs diverge from one another. An automatic releasable latching device is provided on one of the legs to engage end housings on the other two legs to hold the legs in the folded position.

Abstract: An adjustable device for adjusting a length of a foldable table leg. The adjustable device covers the upper side of a support frame and comprises a mounting plate, a control rod and an auxiliary spring. The center of the spring resists against the control rod. An adjusting rod is located on the bottom of the support frame. Adjusting holes are formed along the inner bottom of the adjusting rod. Therefore, when one end of the control rod is pressed down and after a hook end of the control rod lifts upwards, the hook of the control rod is disengaged from the adjusting hole of the adjusting rod, enabling the adjusting rod to be adjusted to have an appropriate length. After the control rod is released, the restoring force of the spring causes the control rod to fit into another adjusting hole to accommodate uneven floor surface.

Abstract: The portable bow and long gun holder has a base plate and an upright connected to the base plate by a hinge. A weapon bottom end holder is provided on the base plate rear end. A weapon upper holder assembly with bow engaging surfaces and a gun barrel engaging surface is attached to an upper end of the upright. A lock assembly holds the upright in a weapon support position or frees the upright to pivot to a transport position parallel with the base. Outriggers are clamped to the upright in ground engaging positions to provide lateral stability. An arrow cutout in one side of the upright permits an arrow to be attached to a bow supported by the holder. The upright is reversible to change the position of the arrow cutout. The weapon upper holder is also reversible. A tree stand clamp clamps the base plate to the tree stand.

Abstract: A satellite dish stand for providing a transportable stabile base for mounting a satellite dish. The satellite dish stand includes a pipe member with a lumen extending between an upper end and a lower end such that the upper end is designed for receiving a post of a satellite dish, an upper collar fixedly coupled to the pipe member, a lower collar coupled to the pipe member, a plurality of leg members each with an upper portion coupled to the upper collar, and a plurality of leg support struts coupled to extend between the lower collar and an associated one of the leg members.

Abstract: A fishing rod support apparatus for supporting and pivotally adjusting a fishing-pole. The fishing rod support apparatus includes a shaft that has a pair of ends and a stand assembly for supporting the shaft above a surface. The stand assembly preferably comprises an annular collar that is removably mounted about a peripheral wall of the shaft. A plurality of leg members each having a first end and a second end is coupled to an outer surface of the annular collar. A tubular member for selectively receiving a handle of a fishing pole is coupled to the first end of the shaft.

Abstract: A guitar stand has a first leg, a second leg, a first bracket disposed on the first leg, a second bracket disposed on the second leg, a third leg, a connecting seat connected to the first leg, the second leg, and the third leg, a connector surrounding an upper end of the third leg, a tube inserted through the collar and inserted in the third leg, and a foldable support frame disposed on the tube. The foldable support frame has a support block and a fastening device.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a simple, versatile support frame for supporting a camera on different objects and surfaces in various dispositions. The support frame allows different adjustments to be quickly and easily made to position the camera as desired. In one embodiment, a device for supporting a camera comprises a neck configured to connect with the camera. A body has a body axis and is rotatably connected with the neck to pivot relative to the neck around a neck pivot axis which is generally perpendicular to the body axis. A left arm is rotatably connected with the body to pivot relative to the body around a left pivot axis. The left pivot axis is nonparallel to the neck pivot axis. A right arm is rotatably connected with the body to pivot relative to the body around a right pivot axis. The right pivot axis is nonparallel to the neck pivot axis. The left arm and right arm may be pivotable relative to the body independently of one another.

Abstract: A metal frame structure designed to fit and attach on top of a half height ISO open top container. This extends the vertical height to which general cargo can be loaded and secured in a half height open top container. The cargo extension frame also serves as a securing structure for cargo items of irregular sizes and shapes or in circumstances where the upper portion of a cargo item may be top heavy or difficult to block and brace. When the cargo extension frame is not in use, the four vertical legs can be folded parallel to the underside of the left and right side longitudinal rails to facilitate handling and storage.

Abstract: A stand (10) for supporting a musical instrument (12), such as a guitar, in an upright position when not in use and for retention on the instrument when the instrument is in use. The stand comprises a mounting base (22) secured to the rear surface of the instrument (18), and a support member (24) pivotally connected to the mounting base (22) and containing first and second foot portions (34A & B) and third foot portion (56). The pivotal attachment allows the support member (24) to be transitioned between a storage position adjacent the rear surface of the instrument (18) and a deployed position spaced away from the rear surface of the instrument (18) where, together with the bottom edge of the instrument (20), the first and second foot portions (34A & B) act to support the instrument (12).

Abstract: A collapsible wheeled flexible bag carrier (10) including a wheeled framework unit (11) having a pair of inverted generally U-shaped support members (20), (20)′ pivotally connected to one another and each having a pair of hollow support legs (21), (22), (21′), (22′) provided with wheel assemblies (30) and connected on their respective upper ends by cross pieces (23) wherein the lower ends of one pair of support legs (21), (22) are connected to a towing unit (13). In addition, each of the cross pieces (23), (23′) is provided with at least one tethered spring loaded clamp member (40) having jaw elements (44) that are further provided with semi-cylindrical extensions that increase the frictional surface area contact between them, the clamp members (40) and a portion of a flexible bag draped over one of the cross pieces (23), (23′).

Abstract: A guitar stand has a rear support frame, a first front leg, a second front leg, an adjusting seat, an upper block connected to the rear support frame, the adjusting seat connected to the upper block, the first front leg and the second front leg, a first bracket disposed on the first front leg, and a second bracket disposed on the second front leg.

Abstract: A guitar stand has a rear support frame, a first front leg, a second front leg, an adjusting seat, an upper block connected to the rear support frame, the adjusting seat connected to the upper block, the first front leg and the second front leg, a first bracket disposed on the first front leg, and a second bracket disposed on the second front leg.

Abstract: A support stand includes a locking unit for adjusting its height and a support unit for angular adjustment in a horizontal plane. The locking unit includes a center bar fixed to the lower end of an outer pipe, a mesh sleeve unit having a mesh sleeve, upper and lower sliding bushes respectively connected to the mesh sleeve, a coil spring arranged between the upper and lower sliding bushes, a spacer sleeve arranged above the upper sliding bush and loosely fitted on the center bar and in the inner pipe whose lower end is fixed to the lower sliding bush, and an actuator sleeve provided around the inner pipe and connected to the inner pipe in a manner movable with the aid of a cross pin passing through axially elongated apertures formed in the inner pipe.

Abstract: A guitar stand has a first leg, a second leg, a first bracket disposed on the first leg, a second bracket disposed on the second leg, a third leg, a connecting seat connected to the first leg, the second leg, and the third leg, a connector surrounding an upper end of the third leg, a tube inserted through the collar and inserted in the third leg, and a foldable support frame disposed on the tube. The foldable support frame has a support block and a fastening device.

Abstract: A stand for supporting a musical instrument, the stand comprising a front frame subassembly, a base frame subassembly, and a rear frame subassembly. These subassemblies are hinged and clipped together to form a self-supporting stand that supports the front frame subassembly with a rearwardly leaning planar front face. A bracket near the foot of the front frame subassembly carries most of the weight of the musical instrument supported by the stand, the remaining instrument weight being carried by the planar front face of the front frame subassembly. At least the top of the front frame subassembly is wider and higher than the width and height of the upper end of the musical instrument, and this protects the musical instrument against being dislodged from the stand by direct impacts from above, the side or the rear. The instrument stand is lightweight and easily collapsible for transport. Constructional details of the frame and joints are given, and decorative forms are also described.

Abstract: A front support for use on a trailer to aid in guiding a boat onto the trailer. The front support is a two section V-shaped support adjustable for various boats. The V-shaped support has angle supports connected to L-brackets. The L-brackets are in turn connected at one point to vertical supports and at another point to central support brackets. The vertical supports and central support brackets connect to the trailer.

Abstract: A high strength, engineered collapsible support has separate shear bearing surfaces and pivot elements which permit efficient manufacture and higher strength. Unitary brace attachment is achieved with designs which can be molded and yet both efficiently manufactured and made acceptably strong such that heavy items such as performance or commercial speakers can be mounted stably. An extendible sleeve permits adjustment; a semiautomatic as well as manual clutch assembly permits quick securement of the top mast to the tripod; compression rings allow a secure fitting to be established between various pieces; leg upper end caps allow the legs of the tripod to be coupled to the main mast of the tripod; an end plug can serve to reduce the number of parts necessary to couple the various leg braces to the bottom of the main mast. Strength is achieved through multiple shear surfaces located at a distance from a pivot retention element and with parallel braces.

Abstract: An open frame for supporting a venetian blind facilitating washing the blind. The frame has a pair of spaced apart elongate side members each with a face plate and an end plate and are interconnected by a cross member. The cross member adjustably positions the spacing of the side members to suit blinds of various widths. A pair of saddles are adjustably mounted on the side members for releasibly supporting the top rail of the venetian blind. Pins through the frame are insertable into opposed ends of the bottom rail of the venetian blind.