On Receptacle Patents (Class 248/213.2)
  • Patent number: 11667147
    Abstract: A paint saving paint tray is disclosed. The paint tray may be adapted for coupling to a paint container, and may comprise a base, one or more sidewalls extending in an upward direction from the base, a reservoir for holding paint, wherein the reservoir is defined by the base and the one or more sidewalls, securing mechanism in at least one sidewall of the one or more sidewalls for coupling the paint tray to the paint container, and drainage spout in the at least one sidewall, wherein the drainage spout is adapted to drain paint from the paint container into the paint tray via inverted placement of the paint container on the paint tray, or drain paint from the paint tray into the paint container via placement of the paint tray onto the paint container. Methods of using the paint tray and a paint tray system are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2023
    Assignee: Tovarna LLC
    Inventors: John Archard, Charles Cooper
  • Patent number: 10058197
    Abstract: A bag dispenser for use in a retail store is described. The bag dispenser holds and dispenses bags from a roll of plastic bags such as grocery bags, meat bags, or produce bags. The bag dispenser includes a bag holder rod that holds the roll of bags and allows the roll of bags to rotate on the bag holder rod in order to dispense bags. The bag dispenser also includes a bag separator that facilitates separation of a bag from the roll. The bag dispenser also includes a rod coupler that couples the bag dispenser to a rod, such as a rod of a shopping cart, a rod of a shopping cart basket or a rod of a pick-up basket, for example. The bag dispenser quickly and easily dispenses bags so that an employee of the retail store does not waste time and effort obtaining a bag.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2018
    Assignee: WALMART APOLLO, LLC
    Inventors: Yurgis Mauro Bacallao, Dennis Charles Beere, II, Tawfeek Abohammdan
  • Publication number: 20150138726
    Abstract: An elastomeric member (13) and method wherein the elastomeric member (13) comprises a plurality of grooves (31) wherein the grooves (31) are configured to receive edge portions of a plurality of components (14) of an electronic apparatus (1).
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2012
    Publication date: May 21, 2015
    Inventor: Mika Suonmaa
  • Publication number: 20150122851
    Abstract: A rotating mechanism for a computer or similar device cooperates with a case to hold the computer or similar device in a desired position. The rotating mechanism has a cradle to receive the computer or similar device and a mounting disk to attach to the case. The cradle has an aperture to cooperate with the mounting disk to secure the computer or similar device to the case.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2012
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Inventors: Iordanka Koleva Mulhern, Saharut Sirichai
  • Patent number: 8960426
    Abstract: A bow case that includes a body with a bottom, a top, four sides, an internal storage area, at least one removable leg that supports the body in a raised position, and a mounting bracket that removably attaches the leg to the body. Area of a rear side is greater than an area of a front side. Also, left and right sides may be inclined from a rear side to a front side. A bow case that includes a body with a top, a bottom, an internal storage area, and an internal storage cavity, where the bow case body is trapezoidally shaped. The cavity is externally accessible while the body remains closed, and any contents stored in the internal storage area are prevented from exiting the body as the body is rotated in any direction while the body is closed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Bow Anchor Products
    Inventors: Eddy D. Kelly, Casey S. Kelly
  • Publication number: 20150014500
    Abstract: A fixing bracket is used to fix a plurality of storage devices in a housing. Each of the storage devices has a first sidewall and a second sidewall opposite and respectively having plurality of fixing holes. The fixing bracket includes a frame body and two pivotal members. The frame body has an opening and an accommodating space. The frame body includes a plurality of first fixing pins in the accommodating space. The storage devices can be accommodated in the accommodating space. Each of the first fixing pins is for being inserted into the corresponding fixing hole on the first sidewall. The pivotal members are pivotally connected to the frame body. Each of the pivotal members includes a plurality of second fixing pins. When the pivotal members cover parts of the opening, each of the second fixing pins is for being inserted into the corresponding fixing hole on the second sidewall.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2013
    Publication date: January 15, 2015
    Applicant: Quanta Computer, Inc.
    Inventors: Chao-Jung CHEN, Yaw-Tzorng TSORNG, Mao-Chao YANG, Kuan-Ru CHEN
  • Publication number: 20140361132
    Abstract: A safety eyeglass case is provided having a mounting means for use with a power tool with an elongated central shaft. At least one (1) securing mount are each provided with apertures and securing bolts to operatively attach the case to the shaft of a worker's tool. A user then has safety eyeglasses stored with the tool for immediate disposal and access.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2013
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventor: John T. Busby
  • Patent number: 8905363
    Abstract: A paint brush is attached to the rim of the mouth of a paint can such that the bristles of the brush are vertically above the mouth of the can and are oriented at an angle of between about 0 and about 90 degrees from the vertical. A notch is formed on the side of the mid portion of the brush between the handle and the bristles or in the ferrule of a paint brush where the brush is provided with one. The notch is defined by an upper face oriented toward the handle of the brush, and a lower face oriented toward the set of bristles. The upper face, the lower face as well as the space between the upper and lower faces are all dimensioned such that when the brush is attached to the rim of the paint can, the rim bears against the notch at a point adjacent to its upper face while the lower face of the notch bears against the rim sufficiently to position the brush at an angle from the vertical of less than about 90 degrees.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2014
    Assignee: LDRRS Inc.
    Inventor: Glenn Nelson McCaul
  • Publication number: 20140284190
    Abstract: A mounting plate is disclosed for supporting a circuit breaker accessory part. In an embodiment, the mounting plate includes a holding device, configured to hold the mounting plate on a wall of a housing of a circuit breaker and a fastening device, configured to fasten the circuit breaker accessory part to the mounting plate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Publication date: September 25, 2014
    Applicant: SIEMENS AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT
    Inventors: Harald KRIEGER, Ekkehard PLECHINGER
  • Patent number: 8777206
    Abstract: A platform is adapted to hold a bucket of paint. A pedal has a hinge coupled to the platform. A post has a lower end secured to the platform. A linkage has upper, lower, and central pins. The central pin pivotally couples the linkage to the post adjacent to the upper end. In this manner arcuate movement of the linkage about the central pin is facilitated. A connector couples the upper pin and the pedal. A spring couples the central pin and the pedal. A flexible strap is in a generally circular configuration. The strap is positionable around the bucket. The strap has a fixed end secured to the post. The strap has a free end coupled to the lower pin. In this manner lateral movement with the lower pin is allowed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Inventor: Frank L. Airosa
  • Publication number: 20140166356
    Abstract: A device for attaching a junction box to a photovoltaic. The photovoltaic panel has a photovoltaic side and a non-photovoltaic side. The device includes a bracket with a first side attachable to the junction box and a second side attachable to the non-photovoltaic surface of the photovoltaic panel. A central fastener is attachable at one end to the bracket and a plate is adapted for connecting to the other end of the central fastener and for mounting on the photovoltaic side of the photovoltaic panel. One or more rotatable spacers, connectible to the central fastener, may be located on the non-photovoltaic side of the photovoltaic panel. One or more fixed spacers may be located on the non-photovoltaic side connectible to the bracket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 19, 2014
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Applicant: Solaredge Technologies Ltd.
    Inventors: Vadim Shmukler, Lior Handelsman, Nir Armoni
  • Patent number: 8740159
    Abstract: A lid holder for use with a slow cooker. The lid holder has a tray supported on a strap from the rim of the slow cooker. The tray has inner and outer walls between which a lid from the cooker may be interposed. The lid is supported in the tray above a well for drips on fins between the inner and outer walls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2014
    Inventor: Vicky S. Braun
  • Patent number: 8740167
    Abstract: A container holder system for attachment to a lawnmower handle assembly. In operation, the container holder system receives a beverage container and pivots with respect to the ground to prevent spilling from the beverage container. Optionally, the container holder system rotates with respect to itself to provide ease of use. The container holder system includes a cage assembly and a mounting device for securing the cage assembly to the lawnmower handle assembly. The cage assembly includes cage arms and a flange interface defined by the cage arms. The mounting device includes a gripping sleeve positioned between the cage arms and the lawnmower handle assembly and includes a clamp for drawing the cage arms and the gripping sleeve against the lawnmower handle assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2014
    Inventor: Suzy Collins
  • Publication number: 20140131534
    Abstract: An information reader of an injection container that includes a container clamping mechanism clamping side portions of the injection container, the container clamping mechanism includes a pair of first clamping bodies arranged on one side of the side portions of the injection container, and a second clamping body capable of entering between the pair of the first clamping bodies. Each of the pair of the first clamping bodies includes a first clamping unit having a first recess in an approximate doglegged shape, and a first arm portion projecting approximately horizontally from a lower end portion of the first clamping unit. The second clamping body includes a second clamping unit having a second recess in an approximately reverse doglegged shape formed to face against the first recess, and a second arm portion projecting approximately horizontally from a lower end portion of the second clamping unit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2012
    Publication date: May 15, 2014
    Applicant: OOKUMA ELECTRONIC CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Keiji OKUMA
  • Publication number: 20140117179
    Abstract: The embodiments described and claimed herein are signage devices for reusable plastic containers (“RPC”) of the type that can be used by growers for shipping produce and by grocery stores for displaying and selling said produce. A first embodiment includes a spring-clip that attaches to a side wall of the RPC and a sign holder that can be rotated about a horizontal axis. A second embodiment includes a spring-clip that attaches to a side wall of the RPC and a sign holder that is oriented at a predetermined angle. A third embodiment includes an elongated spring-clip that attaches to a side wall of the RPC and an elongated, angled sign holder that is designed to hold signs that are scored along its length. A fourth embodiment sits in the interior volume of the RPC, divides the interior of the RPC into four compartments for different types of produce, and provides a sign holder for each of the four compartments.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2012
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: IFCO SYSTEMS N.A., INC.
    Inventors: William H. VALLS, Zachariah S. SIMMERING
  • Publication number: 20140105782
    Abstract: A movable instrument holding apparatus and method of retaining a medical instrument with a movable instrument holding apparatus are disclosed. The movable instrument holding apparatus includes a housing structure retaining a gripping structure. A rail is connected to the housing structure. A depressible arm is connected to the rail, the depressible arm having a first quantity of ratchet teeth, wherein the first quantity of ratchet teeth is movable with the depressible arm. A track is sized to receive the rail, wherein the track has a second quantity of ratchet teeth, and wherein the first quantity of ratchet teeth are engagable with the second quantity of ratchet teeth when the rail is positioned at least partially within the track.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 11, 2013
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: Symmetry Medical Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian Carette, George P. Hannafin
  • Publication number: 20140034795
    Abstract: Disclosed are support devices for an article that is adjacent to a sink margin, the support devices provide a storage solution for the article and hold the article in an upright position, thereby helping to prevent seepage and loss of soap fluids from the article and also directs sponge drainage either into a sink or a container. The devices work on either single of double bowl sinks, and on either under-mounted or drop-in sinks, or can be positioned adjacent to a sink on the countertop. The devices are easily movable, can be placed in multiple locations, can be easily cleaned and function without the need for suction cups or other attachments. When the article is being used, the devices are out of the way resulting in minimal conflict with the use and activity around the sink, thereby allowing maximum unimpeded use of the sink area.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 5, 2013
    Publication date: February 6, 2014
    Inventor: Donald Allan Brinkmann
  • Patent number: 8607397
    Abstract: The bucket-mounted concrete tool-cleaning device includes a pair of snap-on cleaner heads that attach onto a cleaner head base. The cleaner head base attaches onto an inner, surface of a 5-gallon bucket and includes a plurality of adjustment slots located on an outer surface of the cleaner head base. The cleaner head base further includes a screw that tightens in order to secure the cleaner base onto the side of the 5-gallon bucket. The adjustment slots are for use in attaching one of the snap-on cleaner heads at varying heights within the 5-gallon bucket in order to adjust for varying water levels within said bucket. The snap-on cleaner heads feature a plurality of bristles that adorn an inner channel, which scrub a tool or float clean of concrete after use. The cleaner head base attaches at an angle to an interior surface of the 5-gallon bucket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2013
    Inventor: Marcel Caver
  • Patent number: 8602369
    Abstract: A bracket system and method to retrofit a subsurface water meter enclosure with a mount so as to provide secure positioning means suitable for components related to a water meter such as water-usage monitoring equipment. The system is only removable from the water meter enclosure via disassembling the water meter enclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2013
    Inventors: David C. Rinaldi, John T. Amrein
  • Publication number: 20130320165
    Abstract: An adapter for a recess can. The adapter includes a hangar bar having a first section slidably connected to a second section. The hangar bar has a first end mount on a first end and a second end mount on a second opposite end of the hangar bar. The adapter also includes a damping mechanism sized and shaped to fit within a slot of the hangar bar. The clamping mechanism holds the first section stationary in relationship to the second section. The adapter also includes an adapter bracket attachable to the hangar bar. The end mounts are attached to a wall of the recess can and a fixture bracket is attached to the adapter bracket for supporting a fixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2013
    Publication date: December 5, 2013
    Inventor: Jack Kerr, JR.
  • Publication number: 20130313387
    Abstract: The present invention is preferably a customizable organizer assembly that allows a user to organize accessories in a home or workspace by mounting or attaching various accessory mount assemblies to a fixture assembly or other object. The fixture assembly is preferably configured to attach to any surface such as a wall or ceiling, and the accessory mount assembly is preferably configured to removeably attach to the fixture assembly or other surface via fasteners. Each accessory mount assembly generally includes an accessory that functions as a different organizational tool that the user may use within his or her workspace or living space, and various embodiments of the accessory mount assembly may be used alone or in combination with the fixture assembly, depending on the needs of the user.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2013
    Publication date: November 28, 2013
    Inventor: Long Ly
  • Publication number: 20130314861
    Abstract: A support member includes a base, a first wall and an opposite second wall spaced apart from the first wall. The base, the first wall and the second wall define an elongated slot. The first wall extends from the base and includes a surface interior to the slot which includes a plurality of support lands. The second wall extends from the base and includes a plurality of apertures extending through the second wall in a direction transverse to the elongated slot.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2013
    Publication date: November 28, 2013
    Inventor: John E. Burford
  • Publication number: 20130277512
    Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a mounting piece and a drive bracket. A first restricting piece is formed on a top side of the mounting piece. A first sliding member is formed on the first restricting piece. The drive bracket includes a side piece which defines a sliding groove. The sliding groove includes a guiding portion and a restricting portion. The drive bracket includes a handle pivotally mounted thereon. The handle includes a locking portion. The locking portion defines a cutout. The handle is rotated between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the cutout is aligned to the guiding portion to receive the first sliding member in the cutout and the guiding portion. In the second position, the sliding member is restricted in the restricting portion by the locking portion to mount the drive bracket on the top side of the mounting piece.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2012
    Publication date: October 24, 2013
    Applicants: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD., HONG FU JIN PRECISION INDUSTRY (ShenZhen) Co., LTD.
    Inventors: YU-WEI HE, XIU-QUAN HU
  • Patent number: 8550410
    Abstract: A novel bracket assembly enables secure retrofit mounting and positioning of a mobile electronic device (MED) such as smart phone, portable GPS navigation appliance, iPod/MP3 player, or satellite radio to an ideal, driver-convenient locale. The vehicle-specific bracket system design provides for easy driver-line-of-sight device-interaction without causing interference with vehicle operation, windshield visibility, ventilation, or switch controls.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2013
    Inventor: William A Fraser
  • Publication number: 20130198945
    Abstract: A fluid displacement device (2) comprises a flexible plastics container (4). The container (4) is formed from a single sheet of PET/PE which is folded over to create a pocket, and heat sealed along the seams 8a,b,c formed by the edge of the sheet. The container (4) is substantially rectangular in shape, and measures approximately 130 mm by 200 mm. The container is placed in a toilet cistern and suspended above a bottom part thereof. Water flows into the flexible container (4) from the cistern (20) through the holes (6) and comes into contact with the water-swellable polymer. The water-swellable polymer absorbs the water and swells to approximately (400) times its original weight to displace approximately 500 ml water from the cistern (20).
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2011
    Publication date: August 8, 2013
    Applicant: DRY PLANET LIMITED
    Inventor: Nigel McGowan
  • Patent number: 8469220
    Abstract: The envelope holder generally consists of a main body forming a pocket to accept and store the envelopes. The main body has a front on which a size indicator is affixed. A ledge is approximately perpendicular to the front of the main body such that when a card sits on the ledge the size indicator will alert the user whether or not the envelope is the correct size. A back attachment is attached to the main body such that the envelope holder can attach to the card rack.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2013
    Inventor: Chastine Van Fleet
  • Publication number: 20130154829
    Abstract: A security system for monitoring a shipping container being transported on a cargo transport vehicle and methods for making and using same. A mounting device removably couples a container security device (CSD) to the cargo container. Monitoring cargo inside the container and detecting vehicle intrusions and container damage, the CSD includes an anti-tamper sensor, a microcontroller, a communication device, and a plurality of accelerometers and strain gages. The microcontroller generates an alarm signal based on output data from the anti-tamper sensor and records container events. The anti-temper sensor undergoes individual and integrated sensor processing procedures; whereas, the integrated sensor processing procedure determines a container alert status. The accelerometers and strain gages define a moment of inertia of the cargo container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2013
    Publication date: June 20, 2013
    Inventor: Kirill Mostov
  • Patent number: 8458866
    Abstract: A bag spreader for spreading a bag in a container lying on its side includes a connection portion arranged to interface with the upwardly facing outer surface of the container when the container is oriented on its side and includes a bag supporting portion arranged for insertion into the bag and the container. The bag supporting portion may be disposed adjacent the upper sidewall of the container in a manner that supports the bag in an open condition when the container is oriented on its side. A head portion connects the connection portion and the bag spreading portion with the connection portion and the bag supporting portion being spaced apart on the head portion a distance sufficient to receive an edge of the container.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2013
    Inventor: Eric Hancz
  • Patent number: 8414047
    Abstract: A reconfigurable console reinforcement bracket includes a first frame and first and second extension arms. In a first configuration, the first extension arm is connected to a first lateral side of the first frame at a first longitudinal end of the first frame and the second extension arm is connected to a second lateral side of the first frame at the first longitudinal end of the first frame such that the first and second extension arms extend beyond the first longitudinal end. In a second configuration, the first extension arm is connected to the first lateral side of the first frame at the second longitudinal end of the first frame and the second extension arm is connected to the second lateral side of the first frame at the second longitudinal end of the first frame such that the first and second extension arms extend beyond the second longitudinal end.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Assignee: Nissan North America, Inc.
    Inventors: Melaina Vasko, Christopher Biggs, Thomas Mally, Douglas Dawe
  • Patent number: 8376296
    Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a bracket receiving a disk drive, a locking member and a first resilient member. The bracket includes two first sidewalls and two second sidewalls. Each first sidewall is connected to the two second sidewalls and defines a number of through holes. The locking member includes two frames rotatably secured to the two first sidewalls. Each frame includes a number of pins. The first resilient member is connected to the two frames. Each frame is rotatable between a first position, where the pins are inserted in the bracket via the through holes, and a second position, where the pins are located out of the bracket. The first resilient member is deformed when each frame is rotated from the first position to the second position, and each frame is rotated from the second position to the first position when the first resilient member returns.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 19, 2013
    Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (ShenZhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Xiang Yu, Xiao-Yong Ma
  • Publication number: 20130039728
    Abstract: A refuse collection vehicle has a container collection arm with a telescoping boom coupled with a refuse stowage unit of the vehicle. A grasping mechanism is coupled with an end of the boom. A rotary actuator couples the grasping mechanism with the boom to enable a waste container to be moved between a pick up position and a dump position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2012
    Publication date: February 14, 2013
    Applicant: The Heil Co.
    Inventors: Thomas L. Price, John Bares, Robert H. Doll, Brian T. Parker
  • Publication number: 20130026318
    Abstract: Provided is a door opening/closing device with a support member capable of positioning the door opening/closing device at a proper position of a housing and facilitating the mounting work of the door opening/closing device to the housing. The door opening/closing device with a support member has the support member 8 which is mountable on a housing 1; and a door opening/closing device which is mounted on the support member 8 and configured to move a door 2 relative to the housing 1. The support member 8 has a first positioning part 10a for positioning at a front surface of one of an upper plate 1a and a side wall 1b of the housing 1, and a second positioning part 10b which is able to be placed against the other of the upper plate 1a and the side wall 1b of the housing 1.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 25, 2012
    Publication date: January 31, 2013
    Applicant: SUGATSUNE KOGYO CO., LTD.
    Inventor: Kazuaki KASHIWAGUMA
  • Patent number: 8333300
    Abstract: In an embodiment, a holder for an applicator for a fluid may include a magnet for holding the applicator over the container. The holder for the applicator may attach to the rim of the container or may be attached to a container holder. The container holder may include a handle and may be used with a container having bucket handles. In an embodiment, the container holder may include a band with notches for receiving a pivot where the handles connect to the container. In an embodiment, the container holder may include a clip for attaching to a ladder and/or may not necessarily include a applicator holder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2012
    Assignee: Alejandro Diaz
    Inventor: Alejandro Diaz
  • Patent number: 8256727
    Abstract: Modular casket hardware which includes a bracket configured to attach to a casket corner wall surface. The bracket is also configured to be oriented with respect to the casket in a first orientation to attach to the casket wall and a second orientation to attach to the casket corner. A bore in the bracket is configured to receive a casket bar when in the first orientation. Tabs on the bracket are configured to at least partially fit within a portion of the casket bar when the bracket is oriented in the second orientation. A bracket cover could also use other bracket type mechanisms to attach and hold the casket bars to the casket which will support the required weight of a casket at the grave site. Once a bracket and bars are attached, the casket will be able to be shipped without the decorative bracket cover installed. The decorative modular casket bracket cover will be able to be added to the casket at any time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Assignee: W&M Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: James D. Hiester, Mike McKinley, Richard Foster, DeWayne Acree
  • Publication number: 20120211615
    Abstract: A bracket system and method to retrofit a subsurface water meter enclosure with a mount so as to provide secure positioning means suitable for components related to a water meter such as water-usage monitoring equipment. The system is only removable from the water meter enclosure via disassembling the water meter enclosure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 27, 2011
    Publication date: August 23, 2012
    Inventors: David C. Rinaldi, John T. Amrein
  • Patent number: 8240626
    Abstract: A recycling system and carrying apparatus to allow individuals to carry recycling containers and the like. The carrying apparatus includes at least one support arm adapted to engage a support such that the carrying apparatus hangs therefrom, and at least one carrying arm operably connected to the at least one support arm. The carrying arm is adapted to secure an item to be carried by the carrying apparatus. The at least one carrying arm is adapted to pivot relative to the at least one support arm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Inventor: Matthew P. Kennedy
  • Patent number: 8091845
    Abstract: A holder comprising a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a base, a first wall and a second wall. The first and second walls extend upwardly from the base to define a space for receiving at least partially a lid or a cover. The second portion has a first member extending downwardly from the second wall and a second member with a bridge extending between the first and second members. The second member has a lever portion and a grasping portion. In use, the grasping portion is movable between a first position, where a gap is formed between the grasping portion and the first member, and a second position, where the grasping portion is biased towards the first member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 10, 2012
    Assignee: Trudeau Corporation 1889 Inc.
    Inventor: Stefano Di Lollo
  • Publication number: 20110155449
    Abstract: A securing mechanism for a component in an electronic device enclosure includes a bracket, a restriction member, and a resilient member. The bracket defines three guide slits on each side along which protrusions of the component slide. The restriction member forms two slide-rails oblique to the guide slits and two locking portions adjacent to the slide-rails. The resilient member is connected to the bracket and the restriction member. When the protrusions of the component slide along the slide-rails, the restriction member moves substantially perpendicular to the guide slit, and the resilient member deforms elastically. When the protrusions slide out of the slide-rails, the elastic force of the resilient member drives the locking portions to lock with the protrusions of the component, thereby securing the component in the securing mechanism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2010
    Publication date: June 30, 2011
    Applicants: FU TAI HUA INDUSTRY (SHENZHEN) CO., LTD., HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
    Inventor: ZI-MING TANG
  • Patent number: 7967267
    Abstract: A two-piece clamping assembly with an integral rail plate used to rapidly and securely mount a float switch within a fluid collection container for fluid level monitoring. It is usable with both metal and plastic condensate collection pans, and successfully accommodates their differing wall thickness dimensions and different upper edge configurations. When its front and back clamping members are joined together over the top edge, lip, or flange of a pan using one centrally located top fastener, and at least one additional fastener is inserted through the back clamping member until it engages the exterior surface of the pan, the pan's upper edge becomes secured within an inverted J-shaped slot formed between the two clamping members. Vertically-extending internal ribs and horizontally-extending projections strengthen the clamping assembly. Preferred plastic materials also make the clamping assembly impervious to corrosion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Inventor: Christopher Ralph Cantolino
  • Publication number: 20110147549
    Abstract: A mounting bracket for mounting a temperature sensor, a gas valve, a power delivery unit, a controller and/or any other suitable object or device to a water heater tank. An illustrative but non-limiting example may be found in a mounting bracket that includes a polymeric body that has a sensor portion configured to receive a temperature sensor. The sensor portion may have a distal end that extends into and supports the temperature sensor within the water heater tank. The polymeric body may also includes a threaded portion that is configured to threadably engage a threaded spud in a water heater tank such that the distal end of the sensor portion extends into the water tank of the water heater.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 18, 2009
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Applicant: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.
    Inventors: Fritz Hazzard, James E. Erickson, Douglas Bird, Bruce L. Hill
  • Patent number: 7922131
    Abstract: A device according to the present invention includes a support bracket coupled, or adapted to be coupled, to a longitudinal support member, such as a microphone stand, and a receiver extending from the support bracket. The support bracket is generally formed in a coil. The receiver may be integrally formed with the support bracket, or may be removably coupled thereto. A plurality of interchangeable receivers may also be provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Inventor: Steven D Hamilton
  • Publication number: 20110079690
    Abstract: A holster for a plaster's hawk. The holster is adapted on a first end to mount upon the lip of a plaster bucket or the belt of a user. Two parallel portions define a space therebetween to frictionally engage the board portion of a hawk. A centrally located gap in said second portion engages with a handle projecting from the board portion and is spaced from the first portion sufficiently to accommodate any padding at the intersection of the handle and the board portion of the hawk.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 4, 2010
    Publication date: April 7, 2011
    Inventor: Raynaldo Segura
  • Publication number: 20110031361
    Abstract: A utensil holder for holding a utensil proximal a cooking container is provided. The utensil holder includes an integrally formed structure that defines a longitudinal, container engaging recess. The holder further defines a first lateral, utensil engaging recess that has a first pair of longitudinally spaced-apart engaging surfaces configured to securely engage a first utensil having a first predetermined size and a second pair of longitudinally spaced-apart engaging surfaces configured to securely engage a second utensil having a second predetermined size different from the first predetermined size of the first utensil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2010
    Publication date: February 10, 2011
    Inventor: Edward D. Garvin
  • Publication number: 20110030188
    Abstract: A mounting to support a decorative plate on a door of a household appliance. The mounting includes a first mounting part to be mounted on the door or the decorative plate, wherein the first mounting part has at least one tongue. The mounting further includes a second mounting part fastened to the respectively other of two holding partners formed by the decorative plate and the door. The second mounting part has a bridging segment to receive the tongue with play in a longitudinal direction of a flank of the door. The second mounting part is configured in the manner of a batten having multiple bridging segments. Each of the bridging segments receives a respective tongue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2009
    Publication date: February 10, 2011
    Applicant: BSH BOSCH UND SIEMENS HAUSGERATE GMBH
    Inventors: Mehmet Ciyanoglu, Karl-Friedrich Laible, Helmut Steichele
  • Publication number: 20110031862
    Abstract: A shelving unit for a cabinet, for example a refrigerator or similar cabinet, including a panel supporting articles and a frame or part of a frame gripping the panel by its actual surrounding part, the frame arranged to allow the shelving unit to be mounted in a chassis of the cabinet. At least one securing member for the panel is provided in its bottom part, the securing member includes a rider configured to overlap a protuberance or rib of the frame, extending along and beyond the panel and, in a pressed-in position, bearing by its internal end against the panel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2009
    Publication date: February 10, 2011
    Applicant: SAINT-GOBAIN GLASS FRANCE
    Inventors: Jean-Gerard Leconte, Francois Vardon
  • Publication number: 20110025173
    Abstract: A fitting structure for fastening a decorative plate to a door of a household appliance. The fitting structure includes a first fitting part fastened to the decorative plate; a second fitting part that meshes with the first fitting part, wherein the second fitting part is fastened to the door; and a spacer that has a first stop surface and a second stop surface that is parallel to the first stop surface. The first stop surfaces rests against an outer edge of the decorative plate and the second stop surface rests against the first fitting part.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2009
    Publication date: February 3, 2011
    Applicant: BSH BOSCH UND SIEMENS HAUSGERATE GMBH
    Inventors: Mehmet Ciyanoglu, Karl-Friedrich Laible, Helmut Steichele
  • Publication number: 20110024588
    Abstract: The fuel tank unit includes a fuel cutoff valve fastened to a support body. The support body and the casing of the fuel cutoff valve are made of first and second resin materials having different rates of fuel swelling. The fuel cutoff valve is fastened to the support body via a fastening mechanism. The fastening mechanism entails engaging a first support engaging portion and a second support engaging portion of the support body in first and second fastening engaging portions composed of hooks formed on the casing of the fuel cutoff valve, at first and second hook engagement levels that represent the bite of the hooks. The engaging portions are designed such that prior to fuel swelling of the support body and the base cover first hook engagement exceeds second hook engagement, whereas subsequent to fuel swelling second hook engagement exceeds first hook engagement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2010
    Publication date: February 3, 2011
    Applicant: TOYODA GOSEI CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Hideyuki Tsuzuki, Natsushi Miura
  • Publication number: 20110013356
    Abstract: A computer includes a casing; the computer further comprises a motherboard, a hard disk drive mounting structure and a hard disk drive accommodated in the casing. The motherboard is mounted on a fixing plate of the casing. The hard disk drive mounting structure is located above the motherboard, and includes a heat dissipation apparatus including a heat sink, a mounting frame, and a supporting bracket connected between the mounting frame and a base of the heat sink. A bottom end of the supporting bracket is fixed to the base of the heat sink. A top end of the supporting bracket is fixed to one end of the mounting frame to support the mounting frame, which has another end fixed to a side plate of the casing. The hard disk drive is mounted on the mounting frame.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2009
    Publication date: January 20, 2011
    Applicants: FU ZHUN PRECISION INDUSTRY (SHEN ZHEN) CO., LTD., FOXCONN TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
    Inventor: JIN WANG
  • Publication number: 20110006178
    Abstract: A hang-on device mounting structure for securing a hang-on device to a motorcycle or bicycle to avoid interference of the hang-on device with the vehicle rider is disclosed to include one or multiple base panels mounted in a toolbox or luggage-carrier of a motorcycle or bicycle, each base panel having one or a number of positioning units, and one of a number of connection devices for securing a hang-on device to the base panel(s), each connection device has a mounting member for fastening to one positioning unit of one base panel, a connector connectable to one matching connector of the hang-on device and an extension member connected between the mounting member and the connector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 4, 2009
    Publication date: January 13, 2011
    Inventor: Chuan-Yu CHENG
  • Publication number: 20100301063
    Abstract: The Razor-to-Can-Top Docking System allows users to hang a wide variety of razors, 5, securely on a modified aerosol-shaving cream can top, 3, for storage between uses. This is accomplished by attaching a stalk, 1B, to the can top, 3, with a nub, 1A, at the end of the stalk. The razor is hung on the stalk via a hole or cavity in the razor's handle that engages the nub, 1A, on the stalk, 1B. Without the razor, the stalk, 1B, may be put out of the way and closed to the can top. In the open position, the stalk and nub can engage the cavity. The cavity may be throughgoing or only partially excavated, leaving an undercut lip to engage the nub. It is understood that a wide variety of nub shapes and cavities may be used with the condition that the chosen nub and cavity conform to each other such that the engagement is secure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 26, 2009
    Publication date: December 2, 2010
    Inventor: John A. McEveety