Abstract: A display system utilizing a graphics box as a primary component is disclosed. The graphics box greatly increases the flexibility and aesthetic appeal of displayed graphics cards. The ability to mass produce the graphics box, use multiple graphics boxes to deliver displays of different size and information content and, especially, the ability to reuse the graphics boxes, means that costs of the disclosed display system are relatively low and are achievable without a decrease in the aesthetic appeal of the entire display. Structures for supporting the graphics box to further increase the flexibility of the display system are also disclosed.

Abstract: An object-mounting aid such as a wire guide, comprising a first leg at a proximal end and a second leg at a distal end, with a hinge therebetween, wherein the second leg is longer than the first leg. The hinge may allow the second leg to pivot relative to the first leg so as to increase or decrease a gap between the second leg and the mounting surface, which may make it easier to position a wire on the second leg and may allow the second leg to serve as a ramp surface for the wire. The first leg includes a channel configured to receive and couple to a portion of a mounting device, e.g., by frictional engagement, which may be assisted through the use of detents on the guide. In addition, the guide may include a notch on the rear face of the first leg, the notch shaped so as to mirror or otherwise interface with at least a portion of the holder.

Abstract: A polygonal support structure is disclosed herein. The polygonal support structure has a plurality of rigid segments configured to be joined at longitudinal ends by a joint affixed to at least one end of each rigid segment. Each joint is configured to rigidly, rotatingly or hingedly join each rigid segment to an adjacent rigid segment to form the polygonal support structure. A plurality of flexible members are configured and disposed to provide tension between each joint and joints spaced two segments therefrom, in each direction, about the polygonal support structure. One or more joints may be configured to join and un-join two adjacent rigid segments and each rigid segment and each joint may be configured to enable stacking of rigid segment into a compact configuration for transport. In at least one aspect, a polygonal support structure may be configured to support assemblies in a substantially weightless environment.

Abstract: The invention includes an alignment device and system having a guide member, a support member and a connector which engages the guide member and the support member. The guide member may be a relatively flat piece attachable to and edge of a frame. In one aspect the guide member includes a perimeter slot. The support member may have a first portion generally perpendicular with a second portion and the first portion may be attached to an object (or integral with an object such as a window or door casing) which is to be aligned with a frame. The second portion may have a connector portion or threaded hole for receiving a connector. The connector may also engage the slot of the guide member. The device allows for desired alignment of an object within a frame by transferring rotational movement to linear movement.

Abstract: A mounting device for mounting a dishwasher or similar appliance into a space, comprising a base permanently fastened or affixed to a flat surface, such as the underside of a countertop, and means for removably and securely attaching a mounting bracket, tongue or strip on the dishwasher or other appliance to the mounting device. The base may be any suitable shape, including, but not limited to, a circle, oval, square, rectangle, triangle, parallelogram, trapezoid, pentagon, hexagon, heptagon, octagon, or any similar polygon. The means for attachment may comprise a post, stud or rod extending outward from the base. Alternatively, the means for attachment may comprise one or more receiving holes, adapted to receive a screw or bolt. The mounting device may be affixed to the flat surface by means of adhesive.

Abstract: The invention relates to a road gantry comprising a horizontal beam (2), the upper surface (21) of which constitutes a passageway for service personnel to cross, the gantry being characterised in that it comprises arms (25) for bearing apparatuses (30) for monitoring road traffic, electronic toll collection, or signaling, wherein said arms are pivotably attached to the horizontal beam so as to be able to move from a first position, in which the arms extend towards the road, into a second position for stowage on said passageway, and vice versa. The passageway may comprise protection guardrails (22, 23) in which openings (24) are formed, said openings being shut by door panels (24) arranged so as to enable the passage of said arms (25) from said first position to said second position and vice versa. The invention also relates to a barrier-free electronic toll collection station including at least one such gantry.

Abstract: A mounting base mechanism for releasably securing an accessory device to a mechanical structure having opposed oppositely angulated clamp surfaces. The mounting base mechanism defines a first clamp surface having clamping engagement with one of the angulated clamp surfaces. A clamp support structure projects laterally from the mounting base mechanism and provides support for a clamp actuating mechanism having a clamping plate. A retainer device supported by the clamp support structure is operative to move the clamping plate substantially linearly for clamping engagement of the clamp plate with the other of the oppositely angulated clamp surfaces. A keeper member prevents inadvertent separation of the retainer and clamping plate from the clamp support structure.

Abstract: Disclosed are apparatus and methods for holding a removable component in a rack or similar mount, and more particularly a latching mechanism for holding a radio transceiver in a shock-absorbing mounting rack such as in a vehicle.

Abstract: A system and method for extracting broken delineators severed adjacent to a ground surface where the delineator was installed. A distal end of a delineator extractor may be positionable in a delineator conduit. At least a portion of the distal end of the delineator extractor may be configured to engage an interior surface of the delineator conduit when the delineator extractor is activated. Upon the delineator extractor engaging the delineator conduit, a user may activate a slide hammer of the delineator extractor to amplify a force applied by the user to assist in extracting the delineator conduit. A delineator extraction system may include an installer couplable to a distal end of an outer conduit of a delineator extractor. The installer may function to install or extract a delineator system.

Abstract: The invention includes an adjusting tool that may have a guide member, a support member, a connector and attaching members. The guide member may be a relatively flat piece attachable to a frame. The support member may have a first portion orthogonal with a second portion and the first portion may be attached to an object (or integral with an object) which is to be inserted into the frame. The second portion may have a connector portion for receiving a connector. The connector may also engage a slot or hole of the guide member. The adjusting tool may allow for desired alignment of an object within a frame by transferring rotational movement to linear movement.

Abstract: It is described a system (100) for handling a nacelle (190) of a wind turbine. The system (100) comprises a first supporting device (110) and a second supporting device (110). Each supporting device comprises (a) a crossbeam (120) extending between a left end section of the crossbeam (120) and a right end section of the crossbeam (120), the crossbeam (120) being adapted for supporting the nacelle (190) in between the left end section and the right end section, (b) a left pedestal (130) being attached to the left end section in a detachable manner, and (c) a right pedestal (130) being attached to the right end section in a detachable manner. It is further described a method for handling a nacelle (190) of a wind turbine by using the above described nacelle handling system (100).

Abstract: A wall repair apparatus, system, and method to repair localized wall damage and easily support an installed wall repair patch are disclosed. The disclosed embodiments provide a convenient way to both position and align a wall repair patch with the outer face of the wall surface and support it in place from within the wall cavity. The wall repair apparatus supports and reinforces a wall repair patch to prevent the wall repair patch from moving within a repaired wall, thus causing further damage. The wall repair apparatus comprises a female interlocking member and a male interlocking member that are appropriately sized to securely fit inside of a wall cavity, behind a wall repair patch. A male interlocking member with annular rings is sized to fit within a female interlocking member to form a tension-fitted wall repair apparatus that spans a wall cavity and supports a wall repair patch.

Abstract: The present invention includes a frame that is quickly and easily assembled and disassembled. The frame may be used for supporting a portable forced air heater, or other similar equipment. Handles, supports, and optionally a wheel assembly is assembled to two core members using snap lock buttons. In a preferred embodiment, the portable forced air heater includes a maintenance clock for measuring and recording operational parameters of a portable forced air heater, and for notifying a user that maintenance is required.

Abstract: A clamping device supports or structurally replaces a weld joint between connected pipes. The clamping device includes an upper clamp body and a lower clamp body securable on opposite sides of the connected pipes in facing relation, and at least one clamp bolt connecting the upper and lower clamp bodies and extendable through the connected pipes. One of the upper and lower clamp bodies has at least one shaped depression, which receives a complementary shaped clamp bolt nut engageable with the clamp bolt. The shaped depression prevents rotation of the clamp bolt nut.

Abstract: A support device includes a support frame, an arm, a first tray, and a second tray. The support frame is configured to rest on a support surface. The arm is coupled to the support frame and configured to rotate between at least a first position and a second position about a central axis substantially parallel to the support surface. The first tray is coupled to the arm and configured to rotate about a first axis substantially parallel to the central axis as the arm rotates between the first and second positions. The second tray is coupled to the arm and configured to rotate about a second axis substantially parallel to the central axis as the arm rotates between the first and second positions.

Abstract: Disclosed are apparatus and methods for holding a removable component in a rack or similar mount, and more particularly a latching mechanism for holding a radio transceiver in a shock-absorbing mounting rack such as in a vehicle.

Abstract: A remote device access system is provided. The system includes a receiving member, an engaging head and a containment cage. The receiving member is configured to be coupled to a device (such as a smoke detector and the like) that is to be positioned in an out of arms reach location. The engaging head is configured to be coupled to an elongated member. The engagement head is further configured to selectively engage the receiving member coupled to the device. The containment cage is configured to be coupled to a surface at the out of arms reach location. The containment cage forms a containing chamber that is configured to selectively hold the device. The elongated member is configured to place and remove the device from the containing chamber of the containment cage via the engaging head and receiving member.

Abstract: The invention comprises a holder (1) for a motor vehicle add-on part for installation on a motor vehicle body part (3) which is provided with a receiving opening (2). In this case, one of the supporting elements (4, 5) forms a first supporting element (4) which is of rigid design, is mounted rotatably about an axis of rotation (10) and, over the circumference thereof, which runs around the axis of rotation (10), has a plurality of supporting surfaces (12) which are separated from one another, wherein the outer contour of the first supporting element (4) is set back between the supporting surfaces (12) in the direction of the axis of rotation (10). Furthermore, the invention comprises a device for holding a motor vehicle add-on part.

Abstract: An imaging apparatus having a printer frame, a media tray frame module disposed below the printer frame, and an anti-tip stability system including two alignment posts mounted substantially diagonally on the media tray frame module. The alignment posts have first surfaces and second surfaces where each second surface makes an acute angle ranging from about 10 degrees to about 20 degrees with a horizontal plane. The alignment posts provide anti-tip stability to the imaging apparatus by engaging with the printer frame when the printer frame is tilted at a first contact angle with respect to the alignment posts due to the application of an external force. The alignment posts also facilitate relatively easy separation of the printer frame from the media tray frame module.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for supporting and straightening a framed wall includes a plurality of beams, a mounting plate, a bolt, and a pusher. The mounting plate is secured to the beam and the bolt is threadably secured to the mounting plate. The bolt is received by the pusher. When tightened, the bolt applies pressure to the pusher which in turn applies pressure to the framed wall. Alternatively, a plurality of mounting plates and pushers may be used to apply pressure to a cross beam and thereby efficiently apply pressure to a plurality of framed wall beams. By tightening the bolt, the user can apply pressure to the beam and straighten or retain the wall. As the wall shifts during periods of correction, the bolt may be re-tightened to apply additional pressure to the wall.

Abstract: The present invention provides a transportation frame for an oversize container or the like and a method of installing the frame onto the container or the like. The transportation frame includes a top frame body comprising two top corner fittings each provided with a top corner fitting hole, a bottom frame body comprising two bottom corner fittings each provided with a bottom corner fitting hole, and a plurality of posts each having two ends connected to the top frame body and the bottom frame body respectively. The orientations of the two top corner fitting holes and the distance therebetween, and the orientations of the two bottom corner fitting holes and the distance therebetween satisfy the requirements for coupling with corner fittings of neighboring stacked containers. With the invention, non-standard containers may be easily hoisted, stacked and transported. Moreover, the transportation frame can be easily operated and stored while being reusable.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for tamper resistant device attachment to a mounting surface is disclosed. A remotely attachable and separable coupling system has: a base member that is attachable to the surface; a covered mount with a cover as a front side suitable for attaching the device thereto; a coupling that removably couples the back side of the mount to the base member such that the base member, the coupling, and a back side of the mount are enclosed between the cover and the mounting surface; and an attachment of the device to the front side of the mount is such that the attachment is only accessible for operation from the back side of the mount. The attachment is inherently tamper resistant in that a tool is required to uncouple it. Attaching the system components as taught makes all parts of the system including attached devices tamper resistant, and applying lock and key technology enhances this.

Abstract: A method for reinstating a pole standing in ground comprising, abutting an inner surface of a sleeve against an outer surface of the pole so as to have a lower portion of the sleeve penetrating the ground and an upper portion of the sleeve projecting above the ground, and sliding a secondary member against an outer surface of the sleeve so that the secondary member locates against the sleeve and projects above the ground and into the ground, wherein the construction is such that the sleeve and secondary member located against the sleeve jointly form a bridging beam incorporating a box section reinforcement of the bridging beam. The formation of this box section substantially improves the strength of the bridging beam above what would be expected from the strength of the individual components.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a bracket for mounting a rod to a surface has a surface-mounting portion and a rod-attachment portion. The surface-mounting portion provides an interface between the bracket and the surface, and attaches to the surface using suitable fasteners such as screws or nails. The rod-attachment portion has an aperture formed therein that accepts a threaded fastener used to attach a finial to the end of the rod. The aperture has a dimension that is smaller than a diameter of the rod, and at least as large as a diameter of the fastener. In one exemplary method of using the bracket, the fastener, attached to the finial, is fed through the aperture into a socket in the rod. The finial is then rotated thereby coupling the finial to the rod until the rod-attachment portion is secured between the rod and the finial.

Abstract: A wall hanging mounting device for use with at least one wall support and a wall hanging having a mounting portion includes a coupling unit configured to couple the at least one wall support to a wall while the wall support is in at least close proximity to the mounting portion of the wall hanging. The coupling unit includes a drive surface that moves in a plane or about an axis between the wall hanging and the wall.

Abstract: A system and method for extracting broken delineators severed adjacent to a ground surface where the delineator was installed. A distal end of a delineator extractor may be positionable in a delineator conduit. At least a portion of the distal end of the delineator extractor may be configured to engage an interior surface of the delineator conduit when the delineator extractor is activated. Upon the delineator extractor engaging the delineator conduit, a user may activate a slide hammer of the delineator extractor to amplify a force applied by the user to assist in extracting the delineator conduit. A delineator extraction system may include an installer couplable to a distal end of an outer conduit of a delineator extractor. The installer may function to install or extract a delineator system.

Abstract: A wedge set for use in fastening floor joists consists of two interslidable wedge members (1, 2) adapted to abut each other along cooperating first abutment surfaces (3, 10), each wedge member (1, 2) having a second abutment surface (4, 11) forming an acute angle with the corresponding first abutment surface. The second abutment surfaces (4, 11) on the two wedge members (1, 2) of the wedge set extend substantially parallel to each other. The wedge members (1, 2) have cooperating locking means (6, 7, 13, 14), which are adapted for retaining them from a mutual displacement so that the distance between their second abutment surfaces (4, 11) is reduced, and retaining means (9, 15), which are adapted for retaining the first abutment surfaces (3, 10) in abutment with each other. The first abutment surfaces (3, 10) are plane and the locking means (6) consist of ratchets.

Abstract: A sign hanging tool assembly for the attachment of a sign holding extrusion to a ceiling rail in a ceiling. The assembly comprises an extrusion tool mounted on an end of an elongated pole. The extrusion tool comprises a T-frame and a bias arm shaft. The T frame has a rear flange for engagement with a slot on the sign holding extrusion. The bias arm shaft is spaced apart and parallel to the rear flange for locating and engaging the sign holding extrusion therebetween.

Abstract: A wall hanging assembly including a wall décor item having a generally horizontally oriented receiving surface and a wall mounting rail. The wall mounting rail having an elongate base portion with a back surface adapted to mount adjacent to a wall and a front surface. The wall mounting rail further having a level receptacle on the front surface and a level carried by the receptacle. The wall mounting rail includes a generally horizontally oriented support lip extending along at least part of the wall mounting rail and arranged to bear against the receiving surface of the wall décor item.

Abstract: A system and method for extracting broken delineators severed adjacent to a ground surface where the delineator was installed. A distal end of a delineator extractor may be positionable in a delineator conduit. At least a portion of the distal end of the delineator extractor may be configured to engage an interior surface of the delineator conduit when the delineator extractor is activated. Upon the delineator extractor engaging the delineator conduit, a user may activate a slide hammer of the delineator extractor to amplify a force applied by the user to assist in extracting the delineator conduit. A delineator extraction system may include an installer couplable to a distal end of an outer conduit of a delineator extractor. The installer may function to install or extract a delineator system.

Abstract: An apparatus to retain and position tubing of media bags with a bottom gate made of a single piece, with features to hold and retain media bag tubing, a recessed structure where the bottom gate is positioned when installed that places the top of the gate flush with the inside surface of the media bag holder, and locking tabs on the inside surface of the media bag holder that prevent the bottom gate from lifting and allow it to be installed in only the correct orientation.

Abstract: The present invention features a kit for hanging string lights. The kit comprises a bracket and a mounting tool. In some embodiments, the bracket comprises a first plate having a first edge and a second edge, a second plate extending upwardly and along the first edge of the first plate, a third plate extending upwardly and along the second edge of the first plate, and a hook disposed on a surface of the third plate that extends in a direction away from the second plate. In some embodiments, a mounting tool comprises cup member attached to a pole. The cup member comprises a base member having a first end and a second end, a first arm attached to and extending outwardly from the first end of the base member, a second arm attached to and extending outwardly from the second end of the base member, the first and second arm extending outwardly in the same direction relative to the base member, and a pole attaching to and extending downwardly from the base member.

Abstract: The roof block is highly versatile in its applications, and includes recess-forming structure that segregates and cradles a multiplicity of transversely extending conduits and other elongate members; channel-forming and passage-defining structure that facilitates the assembly and stable support of threaded rods for the attachment of accessories; structure for securing, and facilitating affixation of, hold-down means for supported members; and elements that facilitate the unified, compact assembly of a multiplicity of like blocks. The roof block is of lightweight and strong construction, is convenient to use, and is practical and economical to manufacture in bulk.

Abstract: A tool is provided for loading a component to a desired position relative to a body. The tool has a base adapted to removably hang on the body and a support that is mounted on the base by first track assemblies so that the support may translate in a first direction relative to the body. A carriage is mounted on the support by second track assemblies so that the carriage may travel in a second direction relative to the body. A turntable is mounted on the carriage by a pivot so that the turntable may rotate on the carriage. A component holding fixture is mounted on the turntable for supporting the component. A guide path mechanism acts between the carriage and the base and defines a path of movement of the carriage toward the body so that the component is carried to a desired location on the body for attachment thereto.

Abstract: A portable davit base for removable attachment to a rooftop davit pedestal having a mounting plate includes two opposed side plates and two metal transverse supporting members for mounting on the mounting plate and secured thereto with connector pins that extend underneath edges of the mounting plate on opposite sides of the davit pedestal. The opposed side plates have vertically spaced apertures for inserting davit mast supporting pins for pivotal mounting of a mast on the assembly. A davit arm connected to the mast is rigidly attached to the portable davit mounting assembly for use in suspending scaffolding over the side of a building.

Abstract: A frame leveler is disclosed that automatically levels picture frames, and mirror frames. A pivotable, weighted bob is used as a gravity reference to control a lock that unlocks the extension of a cable on the side of a frame that is tilted up with respect to the other side, when the frame is not level. The extensible cable is let out until the frame is once again level, at which point the extensible cable is locked and prevented from extending further. When the frame side is tilted down with respect to the other side, or the frame is level, the extensible cable is locked and prevented from extending on that side.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus includes a bracket, and an operating device. The bracket includes a first fixing arm, and a second fixing arm each forming a latching portion, for engaging a storage device. The first fixing arm forms a receiving arm perpendicularly extending from an end thereof. A sliding arm perpendicularly extends from the second fixing arm and slidably received in the receiving arm. A locking portion and a pole are formed on the sliding arm. The operating device is rotatably attached to the received arm. The operating device includes an operating portion exposed out of the bracket, an engaging surface, and a pushing wall. The operating portion is manipulated to allow the engaging surface to engage and disengage the locking portion of the sliding arm, and the pushing wall to push the pole and drive the second fixing arm to move away from the first fixing arm.

Abstract: A mounting apparatus is provided for a storage device. The mounting apparatus includes a bracket, and an operating device. The bracket includes a first fixing arm, and a second fixing arm each forming a latching portion on an inside surface thereof, for engaging the storage device. The first fixing arm forms a receiving arm perpendicularly extending out from an end thereof. A sliding arm perpendicularly extends out from the second fixing arm and slidably received in the receiving arm. A locking portion is formed on the sliding arm. The operating device is rotatably attached to the received arm. The operating device includes an operating portion exposed out of the bracket, and an engaging surface. The operating portion is manipulated to allow the engaging surface to engage and disengage a side of the locking portion facing the second fixing arm.

Abstract: A bracket has outwardly projecting L-shaped support arms for use in installing sheet material, such as drywall or sheetrock, on a wall. The bracket includes a base having holes for temporarily fastening the bracket to a stud of the wall. The support arms of the bracket extend horizontally from the bracket to support the edge of sheet material. When a pair of brackets is installed on the studs of a wall to be covered with sheet material, a single person can install the sheet material on a wall by first resting the sheet on the support arms of the brackets and then easily positioning and fastening the sheet to the wall. The brackets can then be removed and be reused to install sheet material on another section of wall. The bracket further includes a flange that is easily grasped by either hand when installing or removing the bracket.

Abstract: An apparatus for installing an advertising sign is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a support structure; a lifting system fixed to the support structure; a top rail supported on the lifting system such that the top rail can be raised and lowered between a lowered mounting position and a raised display position; and a bottom rail fixed to the support structure. The lifting system comprises a cord operable to raise the top rail to the upper display position. The top rail comprises a longitudinally extending channel adapted to engage a top periphery of an advertising sign, and the bottom rail comprises a longitudinally extending channel adapted to engage a bottom periphery of an advertising sign. A method for installing an advertising sign is also disclosed. A system and a method of retaining a flexible sheet are also disclosed.

Abstract: A system and method for extracting broken delineators severed adjacent to a ground surface where the delineator was installed. A distal end of a delineator extractor may be positionable in a delineator conduit. At least a portion of the distal end of the delineator extractor may be configured to engage an interior surface of the delineator conduit when the delineator extractor is activated. Upon the delineator extractor engaging the delineator conduit, a user may activate a slide hammer of the delineator extractor to amplify a force applied by the user to assist in extracting the delineator conduit. A delineator extraction system may include an installer couplable to a distal end of an outer conduit of a delineator extractor. The installer may function to install or extract a delineator system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a three-point implement mounting (10) for an agricultural or industrial utility vehicle (28), having an upper member (14) and two lower members (12). It is possible for a working implement (42) to be coupled to the three-point implement mounting (10) in order to couple the working implement (42) to the utility vehicle (28). In order to specify an interface between the utility vehicle (28) and the working implement (42) which is versatile and can, in terms of its properties, be varied or adapted to the physical application, it is proposed that the three-point implement mounting (10) is of modular design and in that the three-point implement mounting (10) has a coupling interface (26), by means of which the three-point implement mounting (10) can be coupled to the utility vehicle (28). The present invention also relates to an industrial or agricultural utility vehicle (28), a working implement and a storage system.

Abstract: The present invention features a kit for hanging string lights. The kit comprises a bracket and a mounting tool. In some embodiments, the bracket comprises a first plate having a first edge and a second edge, a second plate extending upwardly and along the first edge of the first plate, a third plate extending upwardly and along the second edge of the first plate, and a hook disposed on a surface of the third plate that extends in a direction away from the second plate. In some embodiments, a mounting tool comprises cup member attached to a pole. The cup member comprises a base member having a first end and a second end, a first arm attached to and extending outwardly from the first end of the base member, a second arm attached to and extending outwardly from the second end of the base member, the first and second arm extending outwardly in the same direction relative to the base member, and a pole attaching to and extending downwardly from the base member.

Abstract: A limiter is provided to limit the motion of components in a cryostat during transit. This permits the use of a support structure which minimises the disturbance to an insulating structure and thus reduces ingress of heat to the cryogen. Cryogen loss is reduced leading to lower operating costs.

Abstract: A modular mounting and connection or interconnection system for microfluidic devices (20) includes a plurality of end-butting compression-sealing fluid connectors or adapters (32), and one or more clamping structures (54, 56) each structured to hold one of the fluid connectors (32) in compression against a planar surface of a microfluidic device (20), and to press against the device, on another directly opposing planar surface thereof, either a contact pad (48) or another of the fluid connectors (32), with each clamping structure (54,56) including an individually moveable compression-providing element such as a compression screw (36) structured to provide a controlled amount of compression.

Abstract: A flexural mount device for securing a mountable structure to a base structure, comprising a main body portion of first thickness, with front and back surfaces, an intermediate portion with front and back surfaces, wherein the intermediate portion back surface is substantially coplanar with and extends from the back surface of the main body portion, and an end portion with front and back surfaces, the end portion back surface being substantially coplanar with and extending from the back surface of the intermediate portion, the intermediate and end portions having a second thickness smaller than the first thickness, the intermediate portion being sufficiently flexible so that the end portion can be folded back toward the main body portion so that the intermediate portion has an arcuate profile for corresponding circumferential contact with the base structure, the intermediate and end portions including an elongate channel opening therein and the main body portion being adapted for fastening of the mountable st

Abstract: A sheet metal member has a first through hole formed at such a position as to be in communication with a screw hole formed in a side surface of a panel, and is fixed to the panel by being screwed using the first through hole and the screw hole. The sheet metal member further has hole a bending piece in which a second penetration is formed and on which a bending processing is performed at such an overlapping position that the second through hole overlaps with the first through hole, and is screwed to the panel in either of, according to a type of the panel, an open state in which the bending processing has not yet been performed on the bending piece or a bent state in which the bending processing has been performed on the bending piece at the overlapping position.

Abstract: A portable davit base for removable attachment to a rooftop davit pedestal having a mounting plate includes two opposed side plates and two metal transverse supporting members for mounting on the mounting plate and secured thereto with connector pins that extend underneath edges of the mounting plate on opposite sides of the davit pedestal. The opposed side plates have vertically spaced apertures for inserting davit mast supporting pins for pivotal mounting of a mast on the assembly. A davit arm connected to the mast is rigidly attached to the portable davit mounting assembly for use in suspending scaffolding over the side of a building.

Abstract: A hitching post system includes a receiver including a plate sized for spanning spaced apart studs in a wall. The plate includes a plurality of holes to enable anchor bolts to secure the plate to the studs. In addition, the plate includes a tongue receiving hitch and the system includes a fixture having a tongue receivable by the hitch.

Abstract: Finding the exact point of nail/screw insertion for mounting furniture or hanging pictures is not as easy as simply pounding in the nail or screwing in the screw. Present mounting aid provides a versatile device that can be easily attached to the cord, the sawtooth, or any apparatus at the back of furniture/picture, so that marking a desired point becomes easy and straightforward, without the effort of measuring size and calculating the mid point between two edges and oftentimes still resulting in pictures looking tilted or crooked.