Abstract: A centrifugal pump for conveying a fluid is proposed includes a pump housing and a bearing housing fixedly connected with the pump housing. The pump housing includes an inlet nozzle for receiving the fluid, a volute for accommodating an impeller, and an outlet nozzle for discharging the fluid. A shaft is arranged in the pump housing and rotates the impeller about an axial direction. The centrifugal pump is a foot mounted, horizontal overhung pump having two support legs fixedly connected to the volute of the pump housing, and mount the centrifugal pump to a base. A third support leg is fixedly connected to the inlet nozzle and is to be mounted to the base.

Abstract: The present invention provides support frames for positive pressure blowers having one or more wheels mounted at a lower corner of the frame, wherein the wheels are mounted to roll in a direction that is perpendicular to the flow of air through the blower. This sideways orientation of the wheels allows a frame carrying a blower to be easily moved from side to side, such as when placed into or removed from a side compartment on an emergency vehicle, and allows such a frame carrying a blower to be easily tilted, turned and rolled around at the scene of a fire in much the same manner as a wheelbarrow. Embodiments of the invention may include an upper handle or grip which allows a user to control the frames by tilting and rolling them around on the wheels. Embodiments of the invention may include a support bracket for holding a battery or other power supply.

Abstract: A pump height adjuster having spaced uprights on opposite sides of the pump, where each upright has a range of adjustment to cater for a range of inlet and outlet adapter sets, the uprights being on opposite sides of the pump for either continuously adjustable pump heights or discrete selectable pump heights along the adjuster. Each selectable height corresponds to a predetermined height position corresponding to a pump and adapter set. The vertical adjustment of the pump uses feet and with reference to the foot, the foot has a horizontal base and an upright with a vertical adjustment slot. The upright may have spaced notches physically marked 1-6 on the pump side of the upright and each of the notches may receive a rib on the pump so that the pump height may be set in advance, and a user may secure a replacement pump at the desired height.

Abstract: A generator supported by a foundation includes a generator housing defining a first side and a second side that extend along a rotational axis of the generator, a first frame foot removably attached to the first side, and a second frame foot removably attached to the second side, wherein a height of the first frame foot and the second frame foot is selected to position the rotational axis at a desired height above the foundation, and wherein a width of the first frame foot and the second frame foot is selected to engage the foundation.

Abstract: The ground post support and level device includes a collar, a plurality of legs, and a plurality of post clamps. The ground post support and level device may retain a post upright within a post hole dug into the ground while concrete is poured and sets in the post hole. A plurality of levels located within the collar may aid in aligning the post to be vertical. The plurality of post clamps may removably couple the collar to the post. The plurality of legs may extend from the collar to the ground to elevate the collar and provide clearance for pouring the concrete.

Abstract: A rear panel assembly includes a rear panel body provided with a vent and a motor bracket arranged at a side of the rear panel body and connected to the rear panel body. The motor bracket is at least partially opposite to the vent, and the motor bracket is provided with an air hole to allow air to flow into the vent through the air hole.

Abstract: A personal watercraft rotisserie includes a lower frame having a pair of longitudinal members and a pair of lateral members, a support structure affixed to each lateral member of the lower frame, and an upper frame having a pair of longitudinal members and a pair of lateral members. Each lateral member of the upper frame is rotatably coupled to the support structures, such that the upper frame is rotatable about its longitudinal axis. The upper frame supports a personal watercraft which can be adjustably secured thereto via straps or other fasteners. A locking mechanism is configured to selectively secure the upper frame in a fixed position relative to the lower frame. In this way, an individual can support a personal watercraft in a desired rotational position to easily access the upper and lower hull for maintenance or repairs.

Abstract: A luggage board apparatus for a vehicle includes an upper board and a lower board. The upper board and the lower board are capable of moving together in a vertical direction, and the upper board is capable of moving in a front-rear direction with respect to the lower board. A shopping cart may be seated, loaded and stored on the luggage board by using a slide rail provided on the luggage board and a slide roller coupled to the slide rail on the luggage board.

Abstract: An adjustable mount for mounting a component subjected to dynamically-varying loads decouples position adjustment of one axis from position adjustment along the other. The mount includes a frame between base and top plates. The frame has apertures for receiving positioners. The positioners abut sides that extend inward from the plates and into the frame. Actuating a positioners causes it to push its corresponding side. This causes relative motion between the frame and the positioner's corresponding plate. Movement interfaces guide these movements during adjustment and locking interfaces lock the frame and the corresponding plate into position after completion of adjustment.

Abstract: A device comprises: a plurality of tubular members; a plurality of nodes configured to be assembled with the tubular members and thereby form a frame configured to support an outdoor equipment item thereon; and a plurality of augers configured to be driven through the nodes into a ground such that the frame is secured to the ground when the frame supports the outdoor equipment item.

Abstract: Described herein are novel printer adapters and systems and methods thereof that include techniques and structures for converting a desktop or compact printer configured to print onto rolls of media into a desktop or compact printer configured to print onto fanfolds of media. In other words, described herein are novel printer adapters and systems and methods thereof for converting a roll printer to a fanfold printer.

Abstract: A support unit for a power unit reliably absorbs thermal deformation of the power unit due to thermal deformation of a casing and enables the center of the casing to be effectively maintained at a correct position. The support unit includes a supporting unit and a stress supporting unit. The supporting unit includes a first support configured to support a front part of the casing of the power unit, and a second support configured to support a rear part of the casing and provided with an auxiliary support configured to receive and support a weight of the casing. The stress supporting unit is disposed under the rear part of the casing and receives heat from the casing and primarily absorb stress resulting from thermal expansion of the casing. Stress in the casing resulting from the thermal expansion is secondarily damped by the second support via the stress supporting unit.

Abstract: The invention relates to a printing system for printing images and/or documents with at least a first printing module. To allow flexible setting up, the printing module has a cuboidal housing with a top part, a bottom part, a front part, a rear part and two side parts, the top part with the bottom part and also the two side parts forming a body, which is closed on the front side by the front part and on the rear side by the rear part, a receiving space for a printer being formed within the body and an operator interface and also a removal opening, connected to a removal compartment, for the print media coming out of the printer being formed in the front part.

Abstract: An all-directional profiling machine has a foundation. A profiling device is disposed on the foundation. The profiling device swings leftward and rightward at the same height relative to the foundation. An upright post is disposed at one end of the profiling device and has a terminal portion extending upward. A workbench is pivotally connected to the terminal portion of the upright post. The workbench tilts vertically and swings horizontally relative to the upright post. Therefore, the all-directional profiling machine performs a multi-angle profiling cutting process without demounting a workpiece repeatedly such that the processing of oblique surfaces is quicker, simpler and more precise, so as to not only meet various requirements of different processing angles but also feature enhanced processing efficiency.

Abstract: A generator set comprises an engine including a crankshaft rotatable in a first direction about a longitudinal axis of the generator set, and a generator including a generator shaft. A gearbox is positioned between the engine and the generator, all mounted on a chassis. The gearbox couples the crankshaft to the generator shaft. The gearbox includes a gearbox housing having a first end and a second end. The first end is coupled to an engine first end and the second end is coupled to a generator first end. The gearbox also includes a gear set including a plurality of gears, a first gear shaft coupled to a crank shaft first end, and a second gear shaft coupled to a generator shaft first end. The crankshaft and at least a portion of the plurality of gears, and the generator shaft are axially aligned along the longitudinal axis of the generator set.

Abstract: A transportable gas turbine module including a baseplate supporting at least a gas turbine and a load drivingly connected to the gas turbine. The module further comprises a structure surrounding the gas turbine and the load and connected to the baseplate. The baseplate is designed such that it can support a heavy duty as turbine having a rated power of not less than 80 MW.

Abstract: In a foundation in which both ends of a turbine rotor are arranged in the foundation and are freely rotatably supported by bearings, there are provided rectangular notches extending over a prescribed vertical depth from the top face of a wall surface on the casing side of a concrete section, having prescribed width and horizontal depth; bearing support members formed with an extension are laid in these notches; the bearings are installed on these extensions.

Abstract: A skid structure for a powertrain includes a pair of longitudinally extending members disposed about a central axis and in a mutually spaced apart relationship with one another. Each of the members includes a top wall; a bottom wall disposed in a spaced apart relation with the top wall; and a side wall connected at corresponding edges of the top and bottom walls to define a pocket therebetween. The pocket is configured to extend longitudinally along a length of the member and laterally along a width of the top and bottom walls. The skid structure further includes multiple gussets that are disposed within the pocket and interspaced from one another along the length of the member. Each gusset is configured to connect with at least two of the top wall, the bottom wall, and the side wall. The gussets are configured to support a weight of the powertrain thereon.

Abstract: An electrical motor for a submersible machine, including a stator unit having a stator core and a rotor unit that is rotatably arranged in the stator unit. The rotor unit includes a rotor core and at least one permanent magnet. The rotor core has an outer diameter that is smaller than an inner diameter of the stator core. The rotor unit includes a brake, the radially outer surface of which is inscribed on a circle having a diameter that is greater than the outer diameter of the rotor core. At least a part of the brake is arranged to abut against an inner surface of the stator core upon mutual axial displacement of the rotor unit and the stator unit. The brake is spaced-apart from the stator core when the rotor unit is in the mounted state in the stator unit.

Abstract: An electronic device holder has a movable stand and is configured to be removably connected to one or more different mounting apparatuses that are connected to corresponding objects or directly to a plurality of different objects to support the electronic device holder and thus an electronic device held or supported by the electronic device holder. The movable stand has one or more elastic or stretchable strips that can be stretched or expanded to hold or support the electronic device holder and thus the electronic device.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to shelving systems and methods that are adaptable to a number of applications, including building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) systems, shelving units for holding children's games and toys, closet organizers with hangers and shelves, storage systems in a garage or workshop, storage shelves over a garage door, and as a shelving unit for audio and visual equipment. The shelving unit includes a means for attachment to an overhead member, such as a steel beam, wood rafter, wood joist, wood beam, or ceiling, a generally J or L shaped bar, the ability to raise or lower the J or L shaped bar to provide for storage at different heights, an extension member removably coupled to the J or L bar, and wherein the extension member has a length that provides for storage space of different widths. In another aspect, an inverted shelving stand is provided. In still a further aspect, a U shaped swiveling hanging unit is provided.

Abstract: A device (1) for supporting a domestic appliance and for bringing the appliance to a working height. The device being manufactured from a water-resistant material and including four legs (6) connected together such that the four legs (6) can be under the four corner points of a domestic appliance and having sufficient strength to bear the weight of a domestic appliance. The four legs (6) are connected together by a top panel (4) at the top and by a bottom panel (2) at the bottom.

Abstract: A modular stand system is adjustable in the transverse direction and height and is adapted for HVAC system components that need to be elevated above a support surface. In certain embodiments, the modular stand systems herein are advantageously used to support HVAC variable refrigerant flow (VRF) units.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an aesthetically pleasing, functional, versatile solution to the problems associated with bicycle storage. The free-standing bicycle rack includes a base having at least two legs, a vertical support member projecting from the base, and a hook attached to the vertical support member for holding the wheel of a bicycle, such that the bicycle is stored in a vertical orientation. The bicycle rack is readily expandable to accommodate different numbers of bicycles, and the hook may be repositioned to different heights to accommodate bicycles of different sizes.

Abstract: A stand for a single-cup beverage brewer incorporates a beverage cartridge storage drawer and incorporates a lever mechanism which, when actuated, simultaneously lifts a plurality of elastomeric friction pads from contacting a support surface, such as a kitchen countertop, while supporting the assembly on rollers to facilitate moving the stand and beverage brewer supported thereon. Release of the lever again brings the friction pads into contact with the countertop to function as a brake.

Abstract: An adjustable air conditioner curb includes a curb base having reinforcement members connected thereto and a curb frame adjustably positionable relative to the curb base and positionable between the curb base and the reinforcement members and connected thereto to maintain the curb frame in fixed position.

Abstract: A medical device rack in which a medical device is detachably mountable, the medical device rack including: a main body; and a mounting section provided in the main body, the mounting section being configured such that the medical device is detachably mountable in a posture oriented in a lateral direction. The mounting section includes a supporting portion configured to be detachably fitted to the medical device to support the medical device in a rotatable manner.

Abstract: A vehicle carrier having a bottom frame which is composed of a left beam, a right beam and a bridging beam, characterized in that: the vehicle carrier further has an accessorial frame. A first vehicle plate is laid between the accessorial frame and the left beam, while a second vehicle plate is laid between the accessorial frame and the right beam. Compared with the prior art, in the present invention, the accessorial frame is disposed on the bottom frame, and the span length of the vehicle plate is smaller, so the material used for manufacturing the vehicle plate can be thin. Therefore, in the present invention, the materials can be significantly saved and the cost can be reduced, moreover, it can avoid the vehicles shifting on the direction when the vehicles enter into the vehicle carrier to ensure that the vehicles park in the right position.

Abstract: A notebook auxiliary device includes a first rigid body, a second rigid body and a folding portion. The first rigid body is disposed on a top surface of a screen body of a notebook. The second rigid body is disposed on a bottom surface of a mainframe body of the notebook. A folding portion is disposed between the first rigid body and the second rigid body, and the folding portion is driven by the first rigid body such that the folding portion is bent under the mainframe body to produce a protrusion so as to form a preset support angle to support the mainframe body. Thus, one side of the notebook can lift to a preset support angle when the notebook is at open state, so as to increase the heat dissipation effect of the notebook and to reduce the fatigue which is introduced by prolonged use of notebook.

Abstract: The invention relates to a support device for the gun sight of a military vehicle, incorporating a head to which the gun sight is fastened and a foot which is integral with the vehicle, the head being integral with a column with a vertical axis which is introduced into the foot, the column being made integral with the foot by spring means wherein the spring means are constituted in the form of tongues arranged along at least two parallel planes perpendicular to the vertical axis of the support, each plane incorporating at least three tongues evenly spaced angularly around the column and integral with it by a first end and integral with the foot by their second end, these spring means imparting stiffness to the link between the column and the foot that is less along the vertical axis than along the other directions (X, Y) orthogonal to this vertical axis.

Abstract: An engine test device for an engine lubricating system includes: a frame having hinge units at upper front and rear sides thereof and an installing die integrally formed with a front lower portion thereof; a rotary beam hinge-connected to the front and rear hinge units of the frame to be rotated leftward and rightward, and having a fixed beam vertically installed at a central portion thereof; a plate-shaped surface plate rotatably mounted to a center of the fixed beam to fix the engine; and a driving unit configured between the installing die and the rotary beam through a gear unit to control a rotation angle of the rotary beam through control of driving of a motor.

Abstract: A motor support has a slidable carriage that includes a pair of elongated tubes slidably encompassing parallel elongated fixed cylindrical rails on a stationary base bed with bearing sleeves press fitted in the end portions of the glider tubes. The bearing sleeves support the guide tubes on the rails and transfer the motor load on the glider tubes to the rails with a reservoir of a viscous lubricant within the center portions of the glider tubes. A spring commands the strength of the movement of the slidable carriage and is sealed in a spring housing using one or more gusset plates.

Abstract: A supporting device for a display apparatus is disclosed. The supporting device comprises a chassis, threaded stem casters, a bed plate, and a main beam. The plurality of casters disposed in the chassis allow the supporting device be moved. The bed plate covers the chassis and comprises a first top wall and a first side wall surrounding the first top wall. A height of the first side wall is greater than that of the chassis. The first top wall covers and is on top of the chassis. The first top wall comprises an opening area. The plurality of casters are located in the opening area. The main beam is fixed to the chassis for hanging the display apparatus. The present invention supporting device is readily adjustable. The display apparatus is moved conveniently and efficiently, and the integration design of the supporting device and the display apparatus is more aesthetically pleasing.

Abstract: A support for an electronic appliance comprises a hollow profile 1 for disposing one or more electronic appliances 10 thereon. Within a first channel 4 which has a cylindrical basic shape, a similarly cylindrical connection plug may be positioned for connection to the electronic appliances 10, so that the connection plug is freely slidable in the longitudinal direction and at the same time pivotable within a predetermined angular range transversal to the support about the cylinder axis of the first channel 4. Thereby, one or more electronic appliances 10 may be stored on the support and may be conveniently and securely connected to the connection plug for charging their accumulators or for synchronising the data stored thereon.

Abstract: An improved booster for use in piped fluid systems includes a motor, a fan wheel and a hermetically sealed tank assembly. Fluids enter the tank assembly through an inlet and are compressed within the tank assembly by a rotating fan wheel, before leaving the tank assembly through an outlet, which may be aligned in a plurality of angular configurations. The motor is powered by a versatile electrical connection which enters the tank assembly through a connector that maintains the hermetically sealed condition in the tank assembly, and can accommodate power of any voltage or frequency. The incremental pressure gain provided by the booster may be controlled by modifying the speed of the rotating fan wheel, and a sled assembly provides structural support and positional alignment for portions of the tank assembly when the booster system is opened for access.

Abstract: A device for carrying high-voltage equipment in an electrically-insulated manner includes electrically non-conductive support insulators that are configured for mounting a carrier platform, which receives the high-voltage equipment, on a foundation in an electrically-insulated manner. Each support insulator extends towards the foundation from a bearing connected to the carrier platform. In order to provide such a device which is cost-effective and easy to produce, two support insulators extend at an incline from each bearing and the two support insulators form an acute angle with respect to their shared bearing.

Abstract: This present invention provides a supporting device to be used in lifting and supporting an automotive vehicle engine during repair of the engine. The support device has a middle plate having a threaded aperture extending through the middle plate. The middle plate is above a lower base and the middle plate is supported by a plurality of legs on the lower base. A threaded shaft extends through the aperture in the middle plate and through a threaded middle grip attached to the middle plate. A substantially flat engine support platform is rotatably mounted on an upper end of the threaded shaft by the repair mechanic. Another grip permanently engages the threaded shaft and facilitates the rotation of the threaded shaft. A ball bearing is used to allow minor adjustments to the angle and position the engine as the engine is being lifted by the support device.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus designed to improve the ability of a machine, particularly a laptop computer, to dissipate heat by separating the machine cooling fan discharge from a nearby impermeable surface. In its broadest form, the inventor now presents the apparatus comprised from a base member that is minimalist in design and that is able to be contracted in size in at least two (2) differing dimensions (e.g., length and width, etc.). More specifically, the inventor now presents the apparatus comprised from a base member constructed from a system of elongated horizontal supports integrated with a plurality of footing members, the component parts of the base member having integrated means whereby the whole base member may be contracted in size in at least two (2) differing dimensions (e.g., length and width, etc.).

Abstract: Disclosed is a frame for a power machinery such as a pump, a motor, a generator, etc, and the frame comprises a machine frame formed by connecting a plurality of tubes; two roofs installed at upper ends of the tubes and having a plurality of latch bases disposed on inner sides of the two roofs respectively; and a plurality of side plates installed on outer sides of the side plates and having a plurality of elastic latch rods installed on inner sides of the side plates, and a tube clamp. The elastic latch rod is latched to the latch base, and the tube clamp is latched to the tubes, so that the roofs and the side plates are fixed at a top end of the machine frame to form a rain shelter.

Abstract: A portable projection and display system can include a frame assembly comprising one or more folding trusses, a counterweight bar arranged on a rearward bottom portion of the frame to help provide a stable base, and an adjustable boom. A projector can be mounted on one end of an adjustable boom. The boom can be configured to be capable of adjusting a distance between the projector and the display screen. The boom can be mounted to the frame with a hinged connection to permit it to act as a lever to raise and lower the projector. An adjustable boom bar can further be provided. The adjustable boom bar can be attached to an end of the boom opposite the projector such that adjustment of the boom bar raises and lowers the projector via a lever action about a fulcrum.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to shelving systems and methods that are adaptable to a number of applications, including building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) systems, shelving units for holding children's games and toys, closet organizers with hangers and shelves, storage systems in a garage or workshop, storage shelves over a garage door, and as a shelving unit for audio and visual equipment. The shelving unit includes a means for attachment to an overhead member, such as a steel beam, wood rafter, wood joist, wood beam, or ceiling, a generally J or L shaped bar, the ability to raise or lower the J or L shaped bar to provide for storage at different heights, an extension member removably coupled to the J or L bar, and wherein the extension member has a length that provides for storage space of different widths. In another aspect, an inverted shelving stand is provided. In still a further aspect, a U shaped swiveling hanging unit is provided.

Abstract: A telephone apparatus includes a phone body and an earpiece that is removably placed upright in the phone body. A supporting leg having a mounting surface that contacts a desk in a desk mount mode and that contacts a wall in a wall mount mode is provided on a sloped back side of the phone body so as to be turnable around a pivot. When the supporting leg is in a first turn position, a lower end of the slope of the phone body is substantially parallel to the mounting surface. When the supporting leg is in a second turn position after having turned through about 180 degrees from the first turn position, an upper end of the slope of the phone body becomes substantially parallel to the mounting surface.

Abstract: One embodiment of a hands free bicycle maintenance pedaler provides means to the operator to have both hands free for adjusting, cleaning, lubricating, inspecting or locking the drive train components of a supported bicycle. One embodiment has a motor (1600) communicating with a power enclosure (1210) and a speed pedal (1205) to variably power said motor. Said motor frictionally engages with a motor plate (1500) through which an output shaft (1620) passes and frictionally engages with a crank interface arm (1700). Said crank interface arm contains a temporary connection means to a crank arm (190) using pair of connector rods (1745) along said crank arm. Said motor plate is pivotable and slidable along a carriage (1400). Said carriage is slidable along a tube (1300) or work stand (110) to achieve acceptable orientation between the device and an imaginary line through the center line of a bottom bracket of a bicycle.

Abstract: A bedplate assembly of a wind turbine is provided. The bedplate assembly includes a rotor shaft with a first end coupled to a rotatable hub of the wind turbine via a rotor flange and a second end coupled to a gearbox. The bedplate assembly also includes a bedplate support frame coupled to the gearbox and to the rotor shaft for supporting the gearbox. The bedplate support frame includes a torque arm support device for supporting torque arms of the gearbox. The bedplate support frame also includes a circular support for housing a shaft support bearing for supporting the rotor shaft at the first end.

Abstract: A support device for a rotary drum having at least one roller capable of cooperating with the drum. At least two bearings permit the rotation of the roller about its axis of rotation. The support device has a chassis into which the bearings are secured. The chassis is mounted for pivoting about a pivotal axis substantially perpendicular to the plane passing through the axis of rotation of the roller and perpendicular to a block onto which the support device is placed. The device also includes a connector which is flexible in a given direction and rigid in the directions orthogonal to the direction of flexibility. The connector maintains the bearings on the block while permitting free pivotal movement of the chassis in such a way to permit alignment of the roller on the drum in the event of pivoting.

Abstract: A protective casing includes a main body and a bracket. The main body defines two sliding grooves. The bracket for supporting the main body includes two support legs, one end of the two support legs pivots on the other, and the other ends of each support leg is capable of being slid in the two sliding grooves respectively so that an angle is formed between the two support legs.

Abstract: An accessory for a computing device. In one aspect, the accessory has a body including a support portion and a computing device receiving portion. The receiving portion is shaped to maintain a received computing device at an angle relative to an axis of the body of the accessory.

Abstract: A holding structure associated with a lifting device for supporting a removed turbine engine cover plate assembly. The holding structure includes an upper support member and a lower support member. The upper support member is formed with a plurality of service areas, where each service area is configured for servicing a cover plate assembly. Each service area includes a plurality of slots extending inwardly from a peripheral edge of the upper support member to receive and support components of the cover plate assembly during a disassembly and service operation.

Abstract: A removable stand assembly for a gas turbine engine includes a first stand removably mountable to a gas turbine engine on one side of a center of gravity of the gas turbine engine and a second stand removably mountable to the gas turbine engine on a second side of the center of gravity of the gas turbine engine.

Abstract: An attachment system is provided. In another aspect, an elongated member is inserted through support assembly to secure the support assembly to a building roof. Another aspect employs a bracket having a guide pin that engages a pin receptacle on a stand as the bracket is lowered onto the stand. A method of attaching a solar panel to a building is additionally provided.