Abstract: The present invention provides methods and apparatus for use with common portable hose-equipped fire extinguishers that make the fire extinguishers usable and operable by persons having limited physical abilities. Embodiments of the apparatus include two aspects: a rigid lever lever, which may be provided in the shape of an “L”, and an adjustable harness with ring. The ring and lever with adjusting harness (RALAH) is intended to be installed on portable hose-equipped fire extinguishers. Embodiments of the invention include at least one harness strap attached to the fire extinguisher that may be released using a ring, and then wrapped over the head or shoulder of a user to support the fire extinguisher; a rigid (sometimes L-shaped) lever attached to both the handle and hose of the fire extinguisher; and at least one ring attached to the fire extinguisher hose that enables a person having limited physical abilities to manipulate the hose and discharge the contents of the extinguisher.

Abstract: A hose support includes: a body defining at least one concave surface configured to receive a concrete slurry hose, the body including at least one support surface configured to rest on pavement; where the at least one concave surface is displaced from the at least one support surface to support the concrete slurry hose above the pavement; and where: the at least one concave surface is configured to slidably receive the concrete slurry hose; or the at least one support surface is configured to slidably rest on the pavement while the body receives the concrete slurry hose; or a combination thereof.

Abstract: A mobile support system for supporting a concrete pouring hose supports ten to sixteen feet of hose while providing sufficient ground clearance to avoid common obstacles. The mobile support system features large castors and conveniently placed hand holds to permit the mobile support system to be moved safely and easily. The system provides for socketed leg attachment, thereby allowing for ease of disassembly and storage.

Abstract: A flat panel display remote-controlled viewing angle adjustment system (1) comprising a support assembly (2) for supporting a flat panel display (9), an electrical driving assembly for driving the support assembly (2), and an angular control assembly attached to the support assembly (2). The adjustable system (1) is configured such that when the electrical driving assembly is started, the flat panel display (9) is rotated about a vertical axis that passes through one of the left side and the right side of the flat panel display (9) and only when the flat panel display (9) returns to zero angle position can it rotate about a vertical axis that passes through the other of the left side and the right side of the flat panel display (9).

Abstract: A sprinkler irrigation stand for use with an irrigation pipe has a base placed below the pipe for being stabilized by the pipe. The pipe freely rests upon the base so that it may be lifted freely off the base or may inflate freely upwards in the case the pipe is a collapsible pipe. A riser of the stand for supporting a sprinkler may be attached to the pipe and slide up in relation to the stand when attached to a collapsible pipe that is inflated.

Abstract: There is disclosed a paint roller support device attachable or integrally mounted to a roller frame handle or extension handle. The support device comprises a pair of legs that are pivotable with respect to each other, thereby defining open and closed positions, and further pivotable away from the roller frame handle or extension handle. When the legs are in the open position and oriented away from the long axis of the roller frame/extension handle, the support device provides a generally planar support surface by which the roller frame/extension handle can be placed on the floor, on a table or against a wall such that a nap of a roller cover is spaced apart from the resting surface.

Abstract: A breathing hose support system for efficiently supporting a supply hose and mask in a proper position while being worn by an individual. The breathing hose support system generally includes a base, wherein the base may be partially supported by a bed frame or comprised of a self supported configuration. A vertical support extends from the base and a rotator assembly extends from the vertical support opposite the base. A horizontal support extends from the rotator assembly and is able to rotate a predetermined amount along a substantially horizontal plane via the rotator assembly. The horizontal support may also include a plurality of carrier assemblies movably connected to the horizontal support, wherein the carrier assemblies travel along a longitudinal axis of the horizontal support.

Abstract: A roof mounted air hose holder is provided which is adapted to be mounted on roofs having different pitches. The air hose holder may also be mounted on a flat roof. In a modified form of the invention, one of the air hose reels of the air hose holder may be replaced by an electrical cord reel. In another embodiment, both of the air hose reels may be replaced by electrical cord reels.

Abstract: The invention comprises a hose support for supporting a hose extending from a CPAP or oxygen machine to a mask on a user. The hose support comprises a housing, a reel mounted within said housing and having a tape wound thereon, a tensioning mechanism operatively connected to said tape for maintaining a pre-determined tension in said tape, such that the tape extends when under a tension greater than said pre-determined tension and retracts when slack is provided, and a connector attached to a free end of said tape, said connector sized and dimensioned to be secured to a fixed position on the hose. The fixed position defining a tensioned segment of the hose, extending from said connector to the mask. The pre-determined tension is selected to support the tensioned segment of the hose away from the user, and wherein said tape extends and retracts in response to movement of the user, thereby maintaining the tensioned segment away from the user.

Abstract: A fire hose safety anchor and securement system and method for efficiently and safely retaining multiple fire hoses during pressure testing is provided. The fire hose safety anchor and securement system includes a base member comprised of a base plate and a pair of attached mounting plates interconnected by a pair of retaining brackets and retaining pins. The base member is preferably secured to a floor surface by extending fasteners through a plurality of first anchor apertures. Hoses laid upon the base member are held in place by the retaining brackets. The retaining brackets may be slidably coupled to the base member. The base member may have at least one hose channel with separate retaining brackets for each hose channel allowing at least one hose to be removed from the system while pressure testing of the remaining hoses continues.

Abstract: A water pump assembly includes a frame having a mount for mounting the frame to a vehicle. A water pump is mounted within a bottom bowl on the frame and is substantially surround by an encircling U-shaped foot to protect the water pump from damage. A pivotal arch is carried on the frame and a water discharge nozzle is carried on the arch. A flexible conduit connects the nozzle to an outlet of the water pump. Pivoting of the arch flexes the conduit in a fore and aft direction to raise or lower the trajectory of the water stream being thrown from the nozzle. In addition, pivoting of the nozzle about a vertical axis on the arch laterally changes the direction of throw of the water stream by flexing or twisting the conduit in a side to side manner. The nozzle is carried on the arch using a nozzle support sleeve in which the nozzle is free to slide back and forth to accommodate changes in the orientation of the conduit.

Abstract: A hose trolley includes a support unit (3) and a connection unit (4) mounted on the support unit. The support unit includes a spool (30) and a hose (31) wound around the spool. The connection unit includes a control box (40) mounted on the support unit, a connecting pipe (41) connected between the hose and the control box, and at least one fitting (42) connected to the control box. Thus, the connection unit includes a plurality of fittings connected to a plurality of pneumatic tools so that the hose trolley can co-operate with a plurality of pneumatic tools. In addition, the control box of the connection unit can be operated to regulate the air pressure so that the operator can directly regulate the air pressure without having to move to the air compressor to regulate the air pressure.

Abstract: An inclined support system for a drain hose enhances drainage of wastewater from a holding tank of a recreational vehicle to a disposal facility. The support system includes one or more sawhorse-like fixtures with legs having slanted lower edges in contact with the ground to provide an inclined drain hose supporting cross member. The legs pivot about the cross member and upon insertion of the drain hose intermediate the legs above the cross member, the upper ends of the legs bear thereagainst to define and stabilize the cant or splay of the legs. Upon removal of the hose, the elements of the fixture are foldable to a compact flattened configuration for storage. In another embodiment, one or more slotted cylindrical elements serve as a support for the drain hose. A plurality of pairs of descending length legs are detachably attachable within opposed channels depending from the support to place the support at an incline and enhance the flow of fluid through the drain hose.

Abstract: A fire hose safety anchor and securement system for efficiently and safely retaining multiple fire hoses during pressure testing. The fire hose safety anchor and securement system includes a base member comprised of a base plate and a pair of attached mounting plates interconnected by a pair of retaining brackets and retaining pins. The base member is preferably secured to a floor surface by extending fasteners through a plurality of first anchor apertures. Hoses laid upon the base member are held in place by the retaining brackets. The retaining brackets are connected to the base member mounting plates by extending retaining pins through a mounting aperture in the mounting plates and a first aperture and a second aperture in the retaining brackets.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a hold down device for holding down a discharge hose during draining consists of a container filled with a filling material, a handle, a filling hole, a plug, feet, and a hose recess. The use of a hold down device of the present invention prevents the dislodging of a discharge hose while draining a septic holding tank from a recreational vehicle thus preventing spillage of waste material by covering the discharge hose and a sewer fitting and holding the sewer fitting within a refuse hole of a dump receptacle. Additionally, a hold down device embodiment of the present invention is easy and convenient to use while maintaining the proper functionality of holding a discharge hose and sewer fitting down during draining of the holding tank.

Abstract: A pipe holder comprises a handle and a slant piece. The slant piece includes a handle attachment point, a mouth, and a support point. A centerline runs through the mouth and support point. The handle attachment point resides between the mouth and support point, and is configured to point the handle approximately orthogonal to the slant piece centerline. The mouth is sized and shaped to urge a pipe to reside in the mouth substantially orthogonal to the handle and at an angle other than 90 degrees from a plane of the slant piece. When an inserted end of the pipe is inserted through the mouth, a three point stance is formed by the support point, an opposite end of the pipe, and a support end of the handle. The inserted end of the pipe is thereby supported above the ground. The pipe holder is stabilized by stepping on the handle.

Abstract: A CPAP tubing support system for reducing user contact with the CPAP tubing of a CPAP machine. The CPAP tubing support system generally includes a base, a vertical member attached to the base, a horizontal member extending from an upper end of the vertical member, and a support member attached to a distal end of the horizontal member for receiving a length of CPAP tubing from a CPAP machine. The support member includes a slot and a receiver opening for receiving the CPAP tubing. The support member preferably is comprised of a substantially circular shape for engaging the ribs of the CPAP tubing in a relatively non-moving manner while still allowing the CPAP tubing to extend or retract when the user is active in bed. The vertical member is preferably rotatably connected to the base.

Abstract: The supports of the present invention further comprise a frame strut extending across a lower portion of the support frame. Two openings are defined in the frame strut which are adapted to receive ends of an expansion limiter piece. This limiter piece is generally V-shaped and has connection means at the end of each of the V legs for connection to frame struts of adjacent hose supports. The vertex of the limiter piece is located proximal to a vertex formed by the hinge of adjacent hose supports. At the vertex of the limiter piece and at locations near the connection means, living hinges are formed so that a user will experience relatively little resistance to opening, accordion-style, the invention hose supports.

Abstract: A support bracket is provided for holding an outlet end of a hose, such as a garden hose. The bracket includes a base which is adapted to be attached to a support surface, such as an exterior wall of a building. An arch extends away from an upper end of the base to a free end spaced from the base. A channel passes along the base and the arch. The channel is adapted to receive the hose therein. The arch terminates at a head which holds an outlet of the hose. The head extends at least partially downwardly so that water discharged from the outlet of the hose extends at least partially downwardly when the hose is supported by the bracket. Retainer ribs are provided to facilitate removable attachment of the hose within the channel of the bracket.

Abstract: A hose guide that allows an individual to stretch a hose over a fence in a commercial or residential setting, and by doing so, avoiding damage to either the hose or the fence. The hose guide includes two separate posts that can be each mounted on individual slats of a fence, with a center tube connecting the two separate posts. Each of the posts and the center tube have a bottom-mounted slot that allows the hose guide to be easily mounted onto the slats of a fence, allowing a hose to rest atop the center tube as it travels over the fence and not touch individual components on the fence.

Abstract: A urinary catheter drying stand includes a shelf unit. The shelf unit defines at least one scallop configured to vertically receive a urinary catheter in hanging engagement; and an attachment device for securing the shelf to a stationary object, thereby allowing the catheters to vertically hang to air dry.

Abstract: A holder for storing ribbed vacuum cleaner hoses that includes a pair of support members mounted on a support, each support member having one or more ribs to engage the ribbed surface of the hose. The ribs include a lip that prevents displacement of the hose away from the support.

Abstract: A gun mount for a spray gun includes a rigid bracket that is installed on a rigid vertical support such as a gun mover. The bracket securely mounts the guns so as to reduce vibration and swaying during a spraying operation, even when the guns are being vertically moved by an oscillator. A position label or other suitable indicia is provided on the bracket so that the gun mount position can be recorded and thereby accurately repeated during subsequent installations. The bracket in one embodiment includes a series of vertical and horizontal mounting holes that permit a gun body to be installed at a desired vertical and horizontal orientation. A gun blow off arrangement is also provided for mounting associated pairs of air nozzles in position to blow powder from gun exterior surfaces. The associated pairs of air nozzles are mounted on a common bracket that can be selectively and slideably positioned on a channel support.

Abstract: A universal hose clamp includes a universal hose locating mechanism, a hose coupling for connecting a hose to the hose clamp, and securing structure for securing the locating mechanism to a support structure. The universal hose clamp may be employed to secure a hose to an existing support structure or to a portable independent frame. The universal hose clamp is designed to be adaptable for use with a range of hose diameters and as such the universal hose clamp can be employed in a wide range of emergency situations. When deployed the universal hose clamp enables rotating the hose coupling in any direction and thereafter the hose coupling can be locked in that position. Therefore, with the aid of the universal hose clamp only one operator is required to control a hose device in an emergency situation.

Abstract: A sprinkler assembly comprising in combination a sprinkler mounting stake and a sprinkler comprising. The sprinkler comprises a sprinkler body formed with a support member receptacle and locking portion. The sprinkler mounting stake comprises a ground insertion portion and a sprinkler support portion. The sprinkler support portion comprises a lateral support member extending parallel to a longitudinal axis of the stake and retention member. The support member is insertable within the support member receptacle and a retention member prevents unintentional disengagement of the sprinkler body from the mounting stake.

Abstract: A support stand intended to support a terminus of fiber optic cable includes: a base member, a ferrule-receiving member, and a connector that connects the ferrule-receiving member to the base member. Kits including a light source, a lighting grade fiber optic cable harness, and one or more support stands of the present invention are also disclosed.

Abstract: A support assembly for a flexible line comprises a hanger to suspend the flexible line from an offshore oil rig without subjecting the line to a bending stress adjacent the support assembly, a frame supporting the hanger, and a connector coupled to the frame to removeably connect the support assembly to the rig. In an embodiment, the support assembly further comprises a base that may be a plate, an open-ended box, or a plurality of beams. In another embodiment, the flexible line includes an end comprising a swivel plate that mates with the hanger.

Abstract: A coiled hose and system for storing the coiled hose are disclosed. The coiled hose has a memory for maintaining a consistent coiled configuration about a central axis. The coiled hose includes a kink resistor. The system for storing the coiled hose may be wall mountable or ground mountable.

Abstract: An ergonomic hopper holder for use with spray application equipment includes a vertical support member having a holster end, an opposite hopper end, and a hopper hanger proximate to the hopper end. The holder also includes an arm member having a support end, a spray gun end, and a spray gun support proximate to the spray gun end for supporting a spray gun. The arm member is pivotably joined to the vertical support member. The holder further includes a holster and belt combination capable of being worn by an artisan.

Abstract: A structure for supporting a flexible hose, including: a curved, essentially rectangular bearing surface; an attachment tab projecting upwardly from a longer side of the bearing surface, for attachment to a support structure; a pair of restraining tabs projecting upward at the opposite side of the bearing surface; and reinforcement dimples imposed into the junction of each restraining tab and the bearing surface, at the lower portion thereof. An embodiment of this structure has rib stiffeners running along the longitudinal axis of the bearing surface. In each case, the hose support is a unitary article, i.e., a single structure, without any weld or other attachment to interconnect its various elements.

Abstract: Apparatus for supporting cable, hose and the like between a tractor and trailer of a tractor-trailer rig. The apparatus includes a base member attached to the frame of the tractor and a tubular sleeve member extending vertically therefrom. A support member has a portion insertable into the sleeve member for rotation therein and from an upper end of which extends, at an angle therewith, an arm portion. An attachment member is connected to the distal end of the arm member for attachment to cable, hose and the like.

Abstract: A portable hose bridge for use in spanning a flexible wall of a portable spillage container so as to prevent the hose or other equipment extending from the container from distorting the flexible wall of the container and impairing the environmental integrity of the container. The hose bridge includes a pair of perpendicularly disposed archways, a pair of perpendicularly disposed and differently sized saddles disposed above and extending parallel to the archways and four support legs bordering the archways for securely supporting and positioning the bridge such that one of the archways extends along and over a portion of the spillage container wall and one of the saddles extends perpendicular to and above the wall for carrying a hose or other equipment over the wall.

Abstract: A stand for coiling and storing a length of flexible conduit, such as hose, electrical cord, etc., to hold the flexible conduit securely and inhibit the flexible conduit from wear and damage due to frequent contact with the stand. The stand comprises a substantially vertical post with an upper arm and a lower arm extending laterally outwardly from the post in a general forward direction. The arms are spaced apart vertically from one another, the upper arm extending forwardly and upwardly and the lower arm extending forwardly and downwardly. The post and the upper and lower arms form two opposing U-shaped cradles for receiving and storing a coiled length of flexible conduit. Embodiments of the stand are attachable to various surfaces, including a wall, a horizontal support surface or a section of ground. Cushioning sleeves encase the arms, thereby increasing the radius of the arms and providing a cushioning layer between the arms and the flexible conduit.

Abstract: A stand which captively suspends service hosing above the ground so the housing does not contact sensitive areas along the terrain includes vertically extending legs which are inserted into the ground in order to hold the stands in an upright position. Side plates and cross-members create cradles for holding each of the hoses separately. The cross-members of the stands are equipped with roller means which facilitate the process of threading and pulling the hosing through the cradles of the stands. Two separate horizontal rollers are spaced vertically to support each hose individually. A series of stands of any desired number are selectively placed between and around sensitive shrubbery.

Abstract: Disclosed is a unitary hose support comprising a curved, essentially rectangular bearing surface; an attachment tab projecting upwardly from a longer side of the bearing surface, for attachment to a support structure; a pair of restraining tabs projecting upward at the opposite side of the bearing surface; and reinforcement dimples imposed into the junction of each restraining tab and the bearing surface, at the lower portion thereof. Also disclosed is an embodiment of this structure having rib stiffeners running along the longitudinal axis of the bearing surface.

Abstract: Disclosed is an air hose holding device, particularly useful to people using air hoses while working on roof tops. During use, the base of the device is fixed to a mounting surface, such as a roof, with as few as two nails. The hose is then passed through an aperture in the device. An adjustable slip latch mounted above the aperture has a half-circle cut into it. By moving and fixing the adjustable slip latch closer to or farther away from the aperture, the adjustable slip latch covers more or less of the aperture, and the half-circle completes the circular shape of the aperture to make the aperture smaller or larger. Thus, different size hoses may be held in place with the single device. The device need only be mounted once for an entire job, since the hose may be pulled through and held at different lengths within the aperture of the device, by simply adjusting the slip latch.

Abstract: A pivoting and telescoping or slidably-adjustable hose support, typically for draining the holding tanks of recreational vehicles, includes a length of cross-sectionally curved, slidably-adjustable, trough-like support segments fitted with pivoting legs of the same cross-section, which legs may be of the same or dissimilar length. In a preferred embodiment the receiving support segment is characterized by longitudinal edge rails shaped to define rail slots that receive the upper longitudinal edges of the telescoping support segment, to impart strength to the hose support. Furthermore, the pivoting legs are typically constructed of segments of the receiving support segment and are typically pivotally attached to the sides or walls of the receiving and telescoping support segments by means of brads or pins.

Abstract: A plant support and irrigation system for domestic and commercial use is assembled without tools from two principal interlocking components, i.e., tubular members and hubs, to form modules. Modules are joined in mating relation vertically, horizontally and/or at varying angles to construct a variety of useful plant support structures including, for example, A-frames, trellises, arbors and fences and other forms of enclosures. The horizontal and/or vertical components of the modules are optionally perforated tubing making the structures capable of providing low-pressure drip or spray irrigation for the supported plants. The assembly can include connecting members of varying angles, plugs and valved hose connections configured to securely mate with one or both ends of the tubular members.

Abstract: A hose support for hoses extending from a truck tractor to a truck trailer includes a U-shaped tube, a plurality of balls, a weight, a telescoping member, a hose engagement feature, and a mounting feature. The U-shaped tube has a central axis and two upwardly directed arms. The plurality of balls are disposed within the tube. The weight is slidably disposed in a first arm of the U-shaped tube, and acts against the balls. The telescoping tube is slidably disposed in a second arm. The hose engagement feature is disposed on the telescoping tube. The mounting feature is connected to the U-shaped tube. The weight, acting against the balls, biases the telescoping member upward.

Abstract: A hose cleaner comprises a resilient portion supported by a support portion and having an opening extending therethrough. A dirty hose having a size larger than the opening is inserted through the opening and pulled therethrough. The opening of the resilient portion is compressed around the exterior of the hose and removes the dirt and debris from the exterior of the hose. The hose cleaner also functions as a hose holder for supporting and guiding the hose for additional purposes.

Abstract: An apparatus for storing a hose between periods of use, such as a water hose or other elongated flexible member, which includes right and left support arms, right and left rotatable support members, cross bar, right and left support posts, neck portion and base leg. The right and left rotatable support members are freely rotatable about said right and left support arms, thus allowing said hose to be freely uncoiled, and manufactured from polyvinyl chloride piping. The water hose support apparatus is mounted at three points such that it is securely supported in a vertical and horizontal position, and is preferably manufactured from galvanized pipe, and is constructed such that it can support the weight of the water hose and its contents when fully wrapped without any sagging or other failure.

Abstract: A drain support system (8) for supporting a motor home or recreational vehicle drain hose (10) between a recreational vehicle (14) and an in-ground receptacle (16) is provided. The system comprises one or more support assemblies (20) and a trough (18) capable of supporting the flexible drain hose. Each support assembly comprises a crossmember (40), a downwardly extending center leg (50), and a pair of outer legs (22, 32) pivotally attached at opposing ends of the crossmember. The pair of legs is attached to the crossmember so that the position of each leg is independently and infinitely adjustable. Each end of the trough is supported by a support assembly. The drain hose is supported by the trough to provide a general downward tilt from the recreational vehicle to the receptacle, ensuring that the waste water within the drain hose fully drains.

Abstract: A hose retractor for gas stations and the like having an arcuate or goose-neck head portion extending through preferably a 90 degree arc and laterally extending from the vertical axis of the vertical standard portion. A removeable pulley-assembly or cartridge arcuately shaped to be inserted through the free end of the head portion, is inserted therein and secured by external bolts or other removeable fasteners when in the operative position. The cartridge preferably includes at least two, axially aligned cartridge pulleys to guide the cord along the head curvature. Upon damage or other need for replacement, the cartridge can be easily removed and replaced by a new cartridge, without the need to replace any other part of the retractor. The retractor standard and head portion according to one aspect of the invention can be made in a single piece with fixed orientation to reduce the costs of manufacture.

Abstract: An anesthesia circuit stand is able to support an anesthesia circuit fitting, when not attached to a patient or to a patient airway securement device in such a manner that anesthesia vapor and nitrous oxide is prevented from escaping into the environment of an operating room. The stand includes a base portion to which is connected a stalk element. The stalk can be substantially in the form of a cone having a proximal end with a greater diameter than a distal end. Alternatively, the stalk can be in the shape of a generally cylindrical rod. A distal end of the stalk includes a plug portion which has a diameter sufficient to engage the inner diameter of an outlet orifice of an anesthesia circuit elbow in a frictional fit.

Abstract: A holding tray assembly for holding an endoscopic sheath during installation of the sheath onto an insertion tube of an endoscope and removal of the sheath from the insertion tube, wherein the sheath has a distal end and an open proximal end shaped to receive the insertion tube. The holding tray assembly has a tray with a slot formed therein extending inward from the peripheral edge of the tray. The slot is adapted to receive at least a portion of the endoscopic sheath so the proximal end of the sheath is positioned above the tray and the distal end of the sheath is below the tray. A sheath holding clamp is connected to the tray adjacent to a closed end of the slot, wherein the sheath holding clamp is adapted to releasably hold at least a portion of the endoscopic sheath within the slot. A tray securing apparatus is connected to the tray and is adapted to secure the tray onto a floor stand or other tray support structure.

Abstract: A cup shaped collector mounted at one end of an elongate telescopically adjustable pole defines a water receiving chamber for receiving and containing at least a portion of an open sprinkler head and collecting water discharged from the open head. An elongate flexible hose connected to the collector communicates with the water receiving chamber and diverts water from the open head to a friendly location. Fluorescent markings on the collector aid in manually positioning the collector to receive the open head under conditions of darkness.

Abstract: A hose stabilizing device for a recreational vehicle sewage hose or the like, which includes a body member having a hose receiving opening and an internal chamber therein. The device is selectively movable between an open condition, wherein the hose may be placed in the hose receiving opening, and a closed condition wherein the hose is clampingly held therein. The body member includes a filling device for enabling the internal chamber thereof to receive and hold a ballast material therein, thereby providing sufficient weight to stabilize the hose. The body member is constructed to enable the device to be securely connected adjacent an end of the hose, and either stood up on its side adjacent a sewage receiving inlet, or placed flat directly on top of the inlet such that the hose receiving opening is in alignment with the inlet, thereby stabilizing the end of the hose in proper communication with the inlet.

Abstract: Apparatus is described herein for supporting a length of hose extending from an outlet such as the waste disposal outlet of a recreational vehicle to a disposal inlet. The apparatus includes a trough-like support which may be in sections supported by vertical members removably clamped to bottom end edge portions of the trough-like support in an inclined position from the outlet to the inlet. The vertical members are designed with horizontal U-shaped clamping portions positioned with the end edges of the trough-like support clamped between the legs of the "U".

Abstract: A fuel delivery pump column for a fuel filling station provided with at least one filling gun or nozzle and one filling hose and structure for varying the pivot point or point of suspension of the filling hose.

Abstract: An apparatus for holding a pressurized fire hose with water flowing therethrough comprising an enclosure having a cavity therein, a centered aperture therethrough isolated from the cavity by a cylindrical wall extending from the front wall to the rear wall of the enclosure, two slots extending from the aperture to receive corresponding finger projections of a hose coupling and a depressured fire hose connected thereto to pass through the enclosure, the coupling then being rotated ninety degrees to maintain the position of the coupling and fire hose assembly, and an aperture through the front wall of the enclosure to allow a ballast material to be inserted in the cavity thereby providing weight to the enclosure to keep the fire hose stationary.