Clamped To Mounting Surface By Resilient Clip Patents (Class 248/229.26)
  • Patent number: 6598275
    Abstract: A radiolucent surgical table is provided with a patient support member and includes a low shadow accessory interface profile formed by a plurality of interconnected curved surfaces disposed along the outer edge of the patient support member for selective attachment of a range of medical accessory devices. A clamping apparatus secures associated accessories to the outer edge, which has a top recess and an essentially planar and non-vertical side surface slanting inwardly from top to bottom and terminating in a flared lower edge extending beyond the bottom of the patient support member. The clamping apparatus includes an upper jaw member which has a downwardly projecting lip formed to conformably engage a section of the top recess. A lower jaw member is also included and has a hook region formed to surroundingly engage a section of the flared lower edge. A means is provided for joining the upper and lower jaw members.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2003
    Assignee: Steris, Inc.
    Inventors: Timothy Kolody, Ward L. Sanders, Victor M. Selig, Joseph T. Sestak, Yury Keselman, Viroon Mai Ujjin, John von Buelow, Vijendra Nalwad, Richard C. Blanchard, Jonathan Scheiner
  • Patent number: 6572062
    Abstract: Described is a gutter clip that is useful for attaching linear systems, such ornamental light strings, misting systems and the like, to surfaces, such as gutters. The clip comprises a body with a clip portion and a linear system attachment portion that is on a side of the body opposite that of the gutter clip portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2002
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2003
    Assignee: The Christmas Light Company Inc.
    Inventors: Jamie A. Limber, Robert I. Vasquez
  • Patent number: 6536727
    Abstract: Described is a clip that is useful for attaching ornamental light strings to surfaces, such as roofs, walls, fascia and the like. The clip can be attached to a variety of different surfaces, such as gutters, roofs, and roof fascia. The clip comprises a clip portion and two different light string attachment portions, one located on each side of the clip portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2003
    Assignee: The Christmas Light Company Inc.
    Inventors: Jamie A Limber, Robert I. Vasquez
  • Patent number: 6523231
    Abstract: A clip for retaining a power or extension cords for transport and to prevent damage to the cord. The clip has two sleeves (32, 34) that are created when an upper (12) and lower (14) member are coupled together by a spring clip (18). One sleeve (34) is closed and the other sleeve (32) has an opening for insertion of a power cord. A lever (16) is formed in the upper member (12) to allow for opening of the open end of the clip for the insertion of a cord. Within the closed sleeve (34) is a retaining mechanism that aids in the retention and positioning of a power cord. Integrally molded with the open sleeve (32) may be ribs (42, 44) that increase the frictional engagement between the clip and the cord. The clip can be constructed in one or two pieces and can be used with a variety of different tools and applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2003
    Inventor: Jerry E. Lassiter
  • Patent number: 6302361
    Abstract: A mounting bracket for an electric switch is constructed of a single metal piece and does not require separate fasteners for holding the electric switch on the bracket.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 5, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2001
    Assignee: Emerson Electric Co.
    Inventors: Roger E. Schaefer, Michael T. Collins
  • Patent number: 6231109
    Abstract: A retainer clip assembly for securing a sun visor interiorly in an automobile. The retainer clip assembly includes a movable lever attached thereto which secures the retainer clip assembly to a vehicle ceiling panel. The lever includes a release member which is accessible from the exterior of the retainer clip, so that the lever may be disengaged and the retainer clip removed. A transportation clip is disclosed for use with the retainer clip assembly. The transportation clip connects the retainer clip to a headliner module during transportation to the final point of assembly. At the final point of assembly, the retainer clip can be pushed into its installed position and the transportation clip is concealed within the retainer clip and need not be removed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2001
    Assignee: Crotty Corporation
    Inventor: Jeffrey L. Beaver
  • Patent number: 6203878
    Abstract: A message board comprising a bulletin board fixedly mounted on a backing of heavy cardboard or other substrate, and an optional dry-erase laminate fixedly mounted onto the bulletin board. A frame is fixedly secured to the edges of the bulletin board and backing. The frame is provided with a front channel and a rear channel, each adapted to receive and firmly retain a portion of a generally “C”-shaped grip. The grip may be integrally formed with various accessories desired to be attached to the frame of the message board or other similarly shaped fixed member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 22, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2001
    Assignee: Boone International, Inc.
    Inventors: Bradley C. Davis, Michael K. Boone
  • Patent number: 6179260
    Abstract: A coupling bracket for interconnecting an IV stand with a patient transport device includes a base having an attachment portion for connecting the coupling bracket to the transport device. An extension arm laterally projects from the base and terminates at an IV stand receiver portion that receives and positively retains an IV pole. Redundant IV pole retaining features are provided to eliminate risk of unwanted separation from the coupling bracket. In addition, pivotally collapsing and telescopically collapsing brackets are disclosed for improved storage of the coupling bracket on a patient transport device. The coupling bracket allows simultaneous movement of an IV stand and a patient transport device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2001
    Inventor: N. Sean Ohanian