Abstract: An universal embedding system (1) for sanitary faucets and fittings comprising three macro groups, a first universal embedding macro group, a second macro group of functional components (1B) such as mixers and switch valves and a third macro group of aesthetic parts (1C), wherein the first macro group comprises six connecting plugs for inlets (3?) and outlets, which can freely be chosen.

Abstract: A support structure of the type used as a truss for entertainment productions is disclosed. The support structure includes a plurality of frame segments arranged to form a truss and an implement bracket attached to the truss, the implement bracket connecting an implement to the truss. The implement bracket deploys from a stowed position within a space defined by the truss through a window of the truss formed by truss frame segments to a working position outside the space defined by the truss.

Abstract: A control device has a plurality of possible attachment places for receiving attachment elements at least one of the attachment places being formed as a blocking attachment place which prevents receiving of an attachment element.

Abstract: A reversible ladder-mounted support and tray has a bracket designed to be removably affixed to the combination of a rail of a ladder and over a rung just adjacent to the rail. A first fitting is provided that overlies the rail and a second fitting overlies the rung. Concerning the second fitting overlying the rung, in fact, two such fittings are also provided that are essentially back-to-back. In this way, the support may be removably installed on either of the opposed rails of the ladder so that the support can extend laterally to either side of the ladder. Attached to the first fitting designed to overlie the rail is an elongated rod to which is mounted an elongated tube or sleeve having a split and a locking mechanism. The split allows the tube to slide freely over the rod and the locking mechanism may be engaged to narrow the split to lock the position and orientation of the tube thereon.

Abstract: A holding device for fastening a laser instrument, in particular to a magnetic construction, a pipe, a wall rail and/or ceiling rail, and/or a wall, is disclosed. The holding device includes a basic frame, a receptacle device connected to the basic frame to accommodate the laser instrument and a fastening apparatus connected to the basic frame with a first fastening device. The first fastening device is configured to be rotatable around an axis of rotation relative to the basic frame from a first position into a second position.

Abstract: A holding device for fastening a laser instrument, in particular to a magnetic construction, a pipe, a wall rail or ceiling rail, and/or a wall, is disclosed. The holding device includes a basic frame, a receptacle device connected to the basic frame to accommodate the laser instrument, a first fastening device connected to the basic frame and a second fastening device connected to the basic frame. At least the first or second fastening device is configured to be adjustable in a vertical direction relative to the basic frame.

Abstract: A rail system for supporting one or more information handling systems in both a four-post rack and a two-post rack includes a bracket support member, first and second toolless connection brackets coupled to the bracket support member, and first and second tooled connection brackets coupled to the bracket support member. The toolless connection brackets are configured to couple to first and second posts, respectively, of a four-post rack in a four-post toolless configuration. The tooled connection brackets are configured to couple to opposite sides of a post of a two-post rack in either a two-post flush-mounted or two-post center-mounted configuration.

Abstract: The invention provides an anchoring device for anchoring an elongate guide element of an architectural covering. The anchoring device includes a body having a rear surface. The body is suitable for attachment to a support structure with the rear surface in close contact with the support structure. The body includes a receiving cavity for receiving the elongate guide element, a first entrance to the receiving cavity and a second entrance to the receiving cavity. The receiving cavity can receive the elongate guide element selectively either through the first entrance, with the rear surface having a first orientation with respect to the elongate guide element, or through the second entrance, with the rear surface having a second orientation with respect to the elongate guide element, and wherein the second orientation is substantially different from the first orientation.

Abstract: An offset tube clamp includes a base having a pair of feet with generally coplanar bottom surfaces and a notch between the feet. A post extends upwardly from the base, and at least one tube cradle is formed on the post at a position spaced apart from the base. The tube clamp further includes a nailway having a fastener receiving opening for receiving a fastener. The fastener receiving opening intersects the notch in the base. The tube clamp is alternatively mountable to a building member in either a first orientation with the bottom surfaces of the feet flush against a surface of the building member, and in a second orientation with the notch in the base receiving a corner of the building member.

Abstract: A medical equipment transport system for supporting medical equipment while a patient is transported. The system comprises an equipment rack, such as an IV stand. While in the hospital room, the rack is mounted on a bracket supported on a mobile tower. When the patient is moved, the rack is transferred to a similar bracket on the bed. Transfer of the rack between bed and tower brackets is accomplished using a lift mechanism in the tower. The lift mechanism includes a bogie stabilized by radially-arranged bearings, enabling the tower to accept omni directional loading and moment forces. The rack is supported on each of the brackets by two vertically-aligned conical pins nested in tapered bushings, providing additional stability. A self-locking, self-releasing latch assembly prevents inadvertent dislocation of the rack. A customized adapter enables attachment of the bracket to any model bed without structurally altering it, simplifying installation and preserving warranties.

Abstract: A display bar assembly for mounting on spaced apart slotted uprights on a merchandising gondola or the like. A tubular display bar of polygonal cross section is fitted with a pair of mounting brackets, which are slideable along the bar to enable spacing of the mounting brackets to agree with the spacing between the slotted uprights, which can be somewhat variable. The mounting brackets are formed with openings which closely and non-rotatably receive the display bar and are provided with hooks which engage slots in the uprights. Flanged end plugs are received tightly in each end of the display bar to prevent removal of the slideable brackets, such that the display bar and brackets form a permanent assembly. The mounting brackets may have multiple slot-engaging hooks for installation on uprights of different thicknesses in different rotary positions of the assembly.

Abstract: A display bar assembly for mounting on spaced apart slotted uprights on a merchandising gondola or the like. A tubular display bar of polygonal cross section is fitted with a pair of mounting brackets, which are slidable along the bar to enable spacing of the mounting brackets to agree with the spacing between the slotted uprights, which can be somewhat variable. The mounting brackets are formed with openings which closely and non-rotatably receive the display bar and are provided with hook-like tabs which engage slots in the uprights. Flanged end plugs are received tightly in each end of the display bar to prevent removal of the slidable brackets, such that the display bar and bracket form a permanent assembly. The mounting brackets may have multiple hook-like tabs for installation on uprights of different thicknesses.

Abstract: A reflector for a lighting fixture that provides a uniform level of lighting. The reflector has a first arcuate portion having a first upper surface and a second arcuate portion having a second upper surface. A first aperture in the first arcuate portion is adapted to receive a first lamp. A second aperture in the second arcuate portion is adapted to receive a second lamp. First and second mounting members on the first and second upper surfaces are adapted to be connected to a lighting fixture housing.

Abstract: A mounting bracket for the motor within a motor operator for a circuit breaker may be secured within the motor operator's housing a first orientation, thereby permitting it to support a first type of motor. Placing the mounting bracket within the housing in a second orientation permits the mounting bracket to accommodate a second type of motor.

Abstract: A modular cargo carrier system comprising at least one pair of carrier modules and means for attaching said modules to a vehicle or to a support on a vehicle. The modules each have a top, a bottom, sides and ends, the attaching means being located on at least a bottom and one side whereby the modules may be mounted in different orientations on the vehicle top to carry different types of cargo. The modules further include longitudinal and transverse cargo grooves or contoured cargo contact surfaces on the top and on at least one side and/or end for supporting cargo in said grooves. Module connectors are provided for attaching the modules to each other in a variety of configurations.

Abstract: A mounting system for use in a work environment is disclosed. The system includes a mounting bracket having a first side and a second side. Either side of the mounting bracket is adapted for selective coupling to one of a mounting structure or an accessory. The mounting system also includes a first mounting interface associated with the first side of the bracket and a second mounting interface associated with the second side of the bracket. A sub-interface extends from each of the first mounting interface and the second mounting interface comprising an expansion member configurable between a first effective average cross-sectional dimension and a second average effective cross-sectional dimension and adapted for receiving a fastener. A mounting bracket including a first side and a second side is also disclosed. The mounting bracket includes a first mounting interface associated with the first side of the mounting bracket and a second mounting interface associated with the second side of the mounting bracket.

Abstract: A mounting structure for lamps, street lamps and the like comprises a lamp supporting arm, an attachment device for connection of the arm to the structure and means for removably engaging the arm to the attachment device, which attachment device is selectable from a plurality of attachment devices comprising at least one type (3a) for wall fitting (3a) and at least one type (3b) for connection to a columnar post.

Abstract: An instrument mounting bracket for the control yoke of an aircraft. The mounting bracket includes a main body having a C-shaped configuration which is intended to receive the yoke. Mounted to the main body is a presser plate which acts in conjunction with the main body to grip the yoke therebetween. The main body also includes a pair of threaded attachment holes, with one hole being normal to the plane of the C-shape and the other being within such plane. Either hole may receive a threaded shaft having an enlarged section. An extension arm which includes a mount for the instrument is provided with a through hole for the threaded shaft. Passing the shaft through the extension arm and tightening it within one of the attachment holes secures the extension arm to the main body, and permits angular adjustment of the arm with respect to the body. The extension arm may thus be positioned such that the instrument mount is located in front of the yoke handles, readily accessible to the user.

Abstract: An awning rod bracket is provided which can be easily slid into preformed slots in awning rods. The bracket includes a pair of bolts opposingly mounted on a planar body which defines openings therein for receiving various types of attachments for supporting electrical cords or the like.

Abstract: A power pack having compartments for holding at least one battery and electrical components for controlling at least one lighting element includes a snap-on cover having any of a plurality of configurations for enabling the power pack to be assembled to a wide variety of surfaces and, optionally, electrical terminal structures for mounting a variety of different lighting elements, including both electro-luminescent strips and light emitting diode fixtures, directly to the power pack.

Abstract: A step bench for performing repetitive stairstep exercises has adjustable-height support members and a retractable floor mat. The adjustable-height support members are configured as telescoping cylinders, with vertically extending stair-like slots formed in the wall of one of the cylinders, and corresponding pegs attached to the adjacent wall of the other cylinder to extend slidably through the slots. The height of the support members is adjusted by rotating the cylinders relative to each other to move the pegs from one "stair" of the slot to an upper or lower "stair". A retractable floor mat assembly comprises a roller mounted beneath the bench platform to left and right flanges depending from the ends of the platform, with a mat wound about the roller in a manner similar to a windowshade.

Abstract: A multiple function bracket for attaching various display fixtures to slot walls, wire grid walls, hang bars and many other types of display fixtures. The bracket is formed with a top web and three depending flanges of unequal length and spacing. A narrow groove is formed between a high front flange and a medium height intermediate flange for engaging hang bars and smaller diameter wires on displays fixtures. A wider groove is formed between the intermediate flange and a shorter rear flange for engaging either a slot wall or larger diameter wires or rods in a wire grid wall. The rear flange is sufficiently short to pass into a slot in a slot wall. The bracket may be bonded or welded or otherwise secured to, for example, a display cabinet or a shelf or a neck arm. Or, a vertical hole may be formed in a vertical rib on a front face of the higher flange for receiving a wire hook or rod or other wire fixture.

Abstract: A handset (100) is supported on mounting surface (104) by hang-up cup assembly (102). The hang-up cup assembly (102) includes a hang-up cup (106) and a pedestal (108). The hang-up cup is secured to pedestal by threaded fastener (210) and nut (212).

Abstract: A clip for alternatively draping one of two structures, the first structure having a top surface, an underside surface, and a peripheral edge; the second structure having a rod support member, includes a face portion having front and back surfaces. The back surface contacts the peripheral edge of the first structure. A first leg is perpendicularly disposed to and extends rearwardly from the back surface. The first leg contacts the top surface of the first structure. A slide member is disposed adjacent the back surface and is movable between the first and second ends of the face portion. The slide member includes a linear portion for engaging the underside surface of the first structure of various sized peripheral edges. The slide member includes a plurality of fasteners. The clip includes a second leg having a curvilinear portion that extends rearwardly from the back surface of the face portion for engaging the rod support member. The curvilinear portion has first and second ends.

Abstract: A preferred embodiment of the universal support bracket 10 is illustrated for supporting a fiber optic cable carrier 28 in a telecommunication overhead cable distribution system 12. The bracket 10 includes a body section 40 that has an arm 46 that extends outward with a supporting surface for receiving and supporting cable carrier 28 at various spaced locations. The support bracket 10 includes a second body section 40 that is supported therebetween by a brace 44 in which the body section 42 has complementary clamping members 54 and 56. The body section 42 has a vertical aperture 64, a horizontal aperture 68 and a rectangular aperture 72 for receiving and clamping the bracket 10 securely to the support rods either in an upright orientation or in a tilting, sideways orientation or to a side rail 18 of the distribution system.

Abstract: A hanger for supporting decorative electric wiring from a building structure, comprising an elongated base member having a spatulate like projecting blade containing top and bottom surfaces which are serrated, a strap attached to and depending from the bottom surface of the base member, and a clamp carried by the depending strap and having springable jaws for securely holding at least one electrical conductor.

Abstract: A versatile paint pan has a receptacle and a bracket removably attached to the back of the receptacle. The bracket has a base and two legs. The bracket may be pivoted to dispose the paint pan on a horizontal surface. The bracket may be supported transversely on a step of a ladder such that the receptacle is suspended vertically externally of the side rail of the ladder. The bracket may also be supported substantially parallel to a step of the ladder and such that the receptacle is suspended vertically between the side rails of the ladder. The paint pan has a paint brush holder and a removable cover.

Abstract: A longitudinally adjustable column for chairs, tables or the like comprises an upright tube and a length-adjusting element arranged in the upright tube. For fastening to a pedestal a sleeve-like cone section is provided, which is provided on its internal side with at least one recess, with which engages a projection. Over the length of the upright tube several of such projections are provided at a distance from each other, so that the cone section formed by half shells or being simply slotted can be fixed in different height positions on the upright tube in the direction of the axis.

Abstract: The attachment plate has a rectangular planar front wall (2) with two groups (3) each with three mounting sites (3a-3c). These groups are used for mounting sanitary fixtures such as for example isolating valves and the like. The two groups (3) have in each instance two mounting sites (3b, 3c) disposed on a straight line (A). Each group (3) has moreover at least one third mounting site (3a) at a distance (Y) one from the other which is different from the distances (X, Z) of the remaining mounting sites (3b, 3c). The mounting sites (3a-3c) are disposed in such a manner on the attachment (1) that all commonly used sanitary fixtures and the like can be mounted.

Abstract: A universally-adaptable mounting plate for mounting an electrically-operated door opener on a door frame. The mounting plate is substantially rectangular, having a plan portion with longitudinally-directed side edges and transversely-directed end edges. A tab is struck from the plan portion at one end of the mounting plate and is positioned substantially perpendicular to the plan portion and substantially equidistant from and substantially parallel with respect to the side edges. The plan portion is provided with both longitudinally-elongated and transversely-elongated apertures for mounting the door opener thereon, and the tab is provided with an aperture for receiving conventional fastening means for affixing the tab to a door frame or door frame jamb.

Abstract: A multi-directional mounting unit is used to mount a bicycle lock on a tubular frame. The mounting unit includes a tubular mounting part that is to be secured tightly on the tubular frame, and a separate tubular retaining part that confines a receiving space to receive one end of a lock body of the bicycle lock therein. The retaining part has a retaining notch that extends from a top edge to an intermediate part thereof for retaining a shackle of the bicycle lock therein. One of the mounting part and the retaining part has an outer wall surface which is formed with at least one axially extending positioning rail that confines a longitudinal slide groove therein. The other one of the mounting part and the retaining part has an outer wall surface which is formed with at least one axially extending insert projection. A selected one of the insert projections is inserted into a selected one of the positioning rails so as to secure the retaining part on the mounting part.

Abstract: An inclined book holder comprises a crenelated metal strip having an inclined support bar and a roughly S shaped clamping portion adjoined therewith, a pair of lateral members selectively positionable along the support bar, and a cross member also adjustably positionable therealong. The S shaped clamping portion defines a pair of opposed clamps carrying a pair of thumbscrews engaged through respective upper and lower plates thereof. A plurality of holes are formed along the support member for the positioning of the lateral members and cross member. The pivot ends of each lateral member is releasably securable to a selected hole on the support member using a nut and bolt. The cross member can likewise be positioned on the support member with an adjustable orientation therewith.

Abstract: An assembly having a plurality of elongate feet for supporting optical equipment. The feet are attached to the optical equipment by a fastener. A plurality of alternate carrier holes or an H-shaped aperture are provided in each foot so that, with the fastener disposed through any one such hole or at any one position in said H-shaped aperture, the fastener may be screwed into the adapter hole of the optical equipment. The feet are adapted to rotate about the fastener in respective planes parallel to the bottom of the optical equipment. Each foot has a plurality of alternate leg holes for receiving objects which function as legs supporting the assembly.

Abstract: A flower care, storage and display device is shown and illustrated wherein the device includes a grid-panel and associated leg supports for mounting the display device upon a display bucket in such manner that the grid-panel height relative to the bucket floor is greater than the bucket rim height relative to the bucket floor. The display device allows greater stem length in the hydration, storage and display of flower products relative to that otherwise available with standard storage and display buckets. By allowing greater stem length in the hydration and display of flower products, the present invention avoids stem damage, but does not require loss of stem length. The device also makes more of the flower visible during hydration and display for an improved overall display presentation.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for suspending the housing of a radio or other electrical appliance from the elevated bottom wall of a kitchen wall cabinet includes first and second concentric substantially circular members which are turnable and axially movable relative to each other and one of which is fixed to the top of the radio housing, stepped surfaces extending along respective arcs adjacent a periphery of the first member and being selectively engageable by seating elements extending radially from the second member for adjusting the axial position of the second member relative to the first member in dependence upon the rotational position of the first and second members relative to each other, and fasteners adapted to be extended from above through the bottom wall of the cabinet and then through holes in the second member into engagement with tapped bores in the first member for securing the latter to the bottom wall of the cabinet and preventing relative turning of the first and second members so that the adjus

Abstract: An infant incubator in which the controls and displays are provided in a module which is in proximity to but spaced from and above the hood of the incubator at generally the eye-level of a standing adult.

Abstract: An exercise step/bench for aerobic climbing and dance includes a base in the form of a horizontal platform having a downwardly and outwardly extending apron. A leg is reverseably mounted against the apron at each corner of the platform. The reverseable mounting of the legs permits height adjustment in accordance with the orientation of each leg.

Abstract: A uni-brace mechanism is provided which allows a vehicle seat to be attached to the vehicle seat slide adjusters made by various manufacturers. A front bracket and a rear bracket are spaced apart and attached to the underside of a vehicle seat. Each bracket includes two pairs of receiving holes, with each receiving hole having at least one corresponding engagement hole spaced apart from the receiving hole. The various engagement holes combined to form various generally rectangular patterns, spaced at distances to correspond to the bolt patterns found on vehicle seat slide adjusters. A pal nut is inserted into a receiving hole and into engagement with the proper corresponding engagement hole. Pal nut includes a hub with an internal thread which is positioned within the engagement hole. The bolt on the vehicle seat slide adjuster are threaded through the engagement hole and into the hub, attaching the vehicle seat slide adjuster to the bracket.

Abstract: A warning and information sign comprising a warning triangle and an information sign carrier and having at one corner thereof a hanger hook enabling a mounting of the sign over the upper edge of any desired side window of the car, and which hanger hook is formed as a double hook comprising two U-shaped hook loops arranged with the openings thereof facing each other and which loops are integral over a web portion which is bent in an angle rearwardly from the openings of said loops such that the lower hook loop, which is not used as a hanger for the moment, is free from the side window of the car or provides a support thereagainst when the sign is hung by the opposite hook loop.

Abstract: A snap fit cable holder in a U-shape with two legs is shown with snap fit projections on both the inside and outside of the legs of the holder and at different relative heights with respect to the bit portion of the device. In this manner, the legs can be inserted through first and second openings to be held by their inside edges of the openings or can be inserted in first and third openings to be held by the outermost edges of the first and third openings. This allows a single cable connector to be used with at least two different size cables. Further variations may be obtained by adjusting the thickness of the support base containing the openings.

Abstract: An exercise step/bench for aerobic climbing and dance includes a base in the form of a horizontal platform having a downwardly and outwardly extending apron disposed at an angle greater than 0.degree. and less than 90.degree.. A leg is mounted against the apron at each corner of the platform. The leg is movable from an active position where it extends downwardly beyond the apron to a stored condition where it is mounted against or in the base within the periphery of the apron.

Abstract: An aerobic step/bench exercise device includes a base having a horizontal platform with downwardly extending sides. The lower surface of the base includes a plurality of spaced leg receiving openings. Each of the openings has at least one notch extending upwardly from the lower surface into which a lateral projection from a respective leg would be inserted to control the extent to which a leg may be inserted into its respective opening.

Abstract: An exercise step/bench for aerobic climbing and dance includes a base in the form of a horizontal platform having a downwardly and outwardly extending apron. A leg is reverseably mounted against the apron at each corner of the platform. The reverseable mounting of the legs permits height adjustment in accordance with the orientation of each leg.

Abstract: An exercise step/bench for aerobic climbing and dance includes a base in the form of a horizontal platform having a downwardly and outwardly extending apron disposed at an angle greater than 0.degree. and less than 90.degree.. A leg is mounted against the apron at each corner of the platform. The leg is movable from an active position where it extends downwardly beyond the apron to a stored condition where it is mounted against or in the base within the periphery of the apron.

Abstract: A clip for alternatively draping one of three structures, where the first structure includes a top surface, an underside surface and a peripheral edge, the second structure includes a top surface and a peripheral edge having a downwardly extending flange member, and the third structure having a rod support member includes a face portion having front and back surfaces and first and second ends. The back surface of the face portion contacts the peripheral edge of the first structure for the downwardly extending flange member of the second structure. A first leg is perpendicularly disposed to the face portion at the first end and extends rearwardly from the back surface, such that the first leg contacts the top surface of the first and second structures. A curvilinear portion of a second leg extends rearwardly from the face portion at the second end for engaging the rod support member of the third structure.

Abstract: This rail mate is designed to clamp onto a boat handrail and hold food and drink while a fisherman concentrates on fishing, and the device will keep a beverage cold or hot for a long period of time. The device utilizes a main body having a clamp frame that fits over a boat rail and a pair of clamp members within the clamp frame engage with the handrail, and tightening of the clamp members to hold the main body secured to the handrail is effected by a clamp screw and rod that are rotated. Provision is also made for the clamp frame to engage with a rectangular boat rail by the removal of the pair of clamp members, the clamp screw, and the rod thereof.

Abstract: A universal bracket assembly for gas risers includes first and second L-shaped members with each member having a main body portion and a flange extending from one end of the main body portion. A first aperture is provided in the L-shaped member, in each flange, through which a first fastener can extend. A second aperture is provided in the L-shaped member, in each of the main body portions, through which a second fastener can extend to secure the main body portions to each other. The first and second L-shaped members can be secured to each other in different ways to create several different structures whereby different numbers of gas risers can be supported. The bracket assembly can also be secured to varying types of support structures.

Abstract: A sleeve fits securely over a ladder rail with attached hooks over at least two rungs of the ladder. Interchangeable hook components may be rounded recessed hooks for extension-type ladders or flat angled hooks for step ladder. The hook components are adjustably attached to the sleeve. Brackets for utility attachments are pivotally secured to the sleeve with two bolts through a half circle slot and central hole through the sleeve. Paint buckets, paint trays and utility trays may all be pivotally attached. A hand railing, safety railing support and holder for paint brushes and other tools may also be attached.

Abstract: A support device for supporting a rod or pole which is spaced above a surface, such as the ground. The support device includes an upright or vertical device, such as a post, with a shelf support selectively positioned thereto. The shelf support is adapted to support a barrier pole. The upright device is mounted to a support base by means of suitable mounting brackets.

Abstract: A uni-brace mechanism is provided which allows a vehicle seat to be attached to the vehicle seat slide adjusters made by various manufacturers. A front bracket and a rear bracket are spaced apart and attached to the underside of a vehicle seat. Each bracket includes two pairs of receiving holes, with each receiving hole having at least one corresponding engagement hole spaced apart from the receiving hole. The various engagement holes combined to form various generally rectangular patterns, spaced at distances to correspond to the bolt patterns found on vehicle seat slide adjusters. A pal nut is inserted into a receiving hole and into engagement with the proper corresponding engagement hole. Pal nut includes a hub with an internal thread which is positioned within the engagement hole. The bolt on the vehicle seat slide adjuster are threaded through the engagement hole and into the hub, attaching the vehicle seat slide adjuster to the bracket.