Abstract: A table (16) is pivotable about an axis (41) with respect to a frame (14) between two working dispositions. A power tool working assembly (20) may be mounted on the table. A working head (eg blade 32) of the assembly (20) is positionable through an aperture in the table so that it can work on workpieces supported above either side of the table.The table is connected to the frame through an intermediate member (46) which is pivoted to the frame. The table has a first wheel (40) fixed thereto and a belt passes around the first wheel and around a second wheel (50) fixed to the frame (14) around the pivot (51) of the intermediate member. Pivoting of the intermediate member relative to the frame rolls the first wheel inside the belt and rotates the table between bench mode (FIG. 2) and snip-off mode (FIG. 3).

Abstract: Apparatus for use in conjunction with a vise to provide a secured work station in which the vise grips the vise engaging device connected to the work station with a first locking force in a first direction and a locking assembly is provided to secure the vise engaging device with a second locking force in a second direction different than the first direction.

Abstract: A chopping board of the present invention is formed in a manner that synthetic rubber (NBR) and hard chloroethene as a basis are kneaded into wherein an anti-bacterial agent is mixed. Definitely, a stiffening agent of synthetic rubber, low-pressure polyethylene resin, white carbn black which is the reinforcing extender of rubber, zinc flower as a reinforcing accelerator of rubber, titanium as a coloring agent and stearic acid as a dispersion accelerator are mixed with the base of synthetic rubber (NBR) and hard vinyl chloride. The mixture thus obtained is agitated under kneading by a kneader exclusively for rubber and then a ceramic power and an inorganic antibacterial agent are mixed with the kneaded mixture so as to mold the chopping board.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a chopping board for food preparation, wherein the chopping board comprises a substantially planar frame. The frame includes an upper frame surface and a lower frame surface. The upper surface includes a substantially planar chopping surface and bowl support means adjacent to the chopping surface for maintaining a food bowl or cooking pot in a substantially horizontal orientation adjacent to the chopping surface.

Abstract: A fixturing device/scale combination that is permanently located at a place where it is likely to be used and which is attached to the pickup or trailer such that it will be transported to the work site without necessitating any additional thought or planning by the handyman or carpenter. The invention may be attached to the tailgate of a pickup truck or to other various work surfaces, including utility beds, and trailers in order to facilitate measuring lengths and angles for cutting lumber and other materials.

Abstract: A method and brazing fixture are provided for passing a plurality of heat exchanger components through a brazing furnace to provide a heat exchanger for use in a motor vehicle air conditioning system. The brazing fixture includes a reusable brazing tray having a flat planar surface for securing the heat exchanger components thereto, in alignment for passing through the brazing furnace. The heat exchanger components include refrigerant flow tubes and fin stock, which are placed alongside of the planar surface, with the planar surface extending substantially along the full length of the fin stock to prevent high fin. Circulation ports extend through the brazing tray in a honeycomb pattern along the planar surface, for passing heated gases within the brazing furnace between the fin stock and flow tubes. The planar surface of the brazing tray is formed from a material to which the heat exchanger components will not braze, and which will not tend to stick to brazing flux.

Abstract: A food preparation assembly is disclosed which includes a carving board unit including a carving platform having a substantially planar carving surface with a collection channel defined therein extending about the periphery of the carving surface to collect drippings for separation into fat and juice, and a cutting board unit including an upper cutting surface and a lower undersurface. At least two parallel flanges depend from the undersurface of the cutting board unit which are dimensioned and configured to engage the collection channel in the carving platform to stabilize the cutting board unit during utilization.

Abstract: A handrail positioning apparatus for accurately positioning a handrail during the process of installing the handrail in an inclined position on a building wall above an inclined stairway. The apparatus may include two vertically adjustable stanchions positionable at the upper and lower ends of the stairway. Miniature platforms are tiltably mounted on the upper end portions of the stanchions to underlie end areas of a handrail. C-clamps may be used to clamp the handrail to the platforms. The platforms are so tiltable that the platforms can seat flatwise against the handrail, whatever the slope or inclination of the rail, and the stanchions are vertically adjustable to control the rail slope and rail height.

Abstract: A cutting board for cutting food articles comprising a relatively flat rectangular body with a handle, a cutting surface, a bottom surface, a juice channel, a sloping guide plane and leveling means. The cutting surface is curved to allow fluid to flow into the juice channel, the juice channel having grooves to allow fluid in the juice channel to be poured out. Raised teeth protruding from the cutting surface grip the article being cut. After the article is cut, it is guided off the cutting board by way of the shovel chute.

Abstract: A chopping board is supported on a pad formed from a plastic material which prevents the chopping board from slipping or vibrating when used for chopping different food products. The pad includes a peripheral wall, abutments spaced from and extending circumferentially around an inner surface of the wall, and a corner through hole. The upper surface of the pad is provided with a plurality of spaced convex areas, with each area having an upwardly extending projection. The lower surface of the pad is provided with a plurality of corresponding spaced concave areas, with a plurality of downwardly extending projections disposed between the concave areas. The chopping board may be provided with a corner hole corresponding to the hole of the pad to permit the board and pad to be hung together on a hanger for storage.

Abstract: A chopping--cutting board constructed of flexible plastic sheeting which can be folded along a diagonal direction and held in tis position with one hand. Making transfer of materials from a large cutting surface to a smaller receptacle easy.

Abstract: A substrate retention fixture including a base formed of a relatively flat plate with major surfaces and a substrate receiving area formed in one surface thereof with a plurality of openings adjacent the area and in communication therewith. A plurality of spools, one each positioned in each opening, and slideably mounted within the opening for movement between a substrate disengaged and a substrate engaged position. A plurality of springs, one each positioned in each opening, with the spring in each opening engaged with the spool in the opening and biasing the spool into the substrate engaged position. Alignment pins formed to engage and align a substrate positioned in the area, the alignment pins being mounted on one of the base and the plurality of spools.

Abstract: The invention provides a new method and apparatus for creating smooth and uniform air-bearing surfaces on disk sliders. A lapping fixture includes a compliant pad which allows substantially uniform pressure to be applied between the slider and a lapping surface. Multiple sliders may be lapped simultaneously, with the compliant pad allowing each slider to float substantially independently of the other sliders against the lapping surface. Positioning surfaces are provided on the lapping fixture to position the sliders relative to the lapping surface and to allow a predetermined force to be applied to each slider independent of the force of the lapping fixture against the lapping surface.

Abstract: A chopping board of the present invention is formed in a manner that synthetic rubber (NBR) and hard chloroethene as a basis are kneaded into a mixture wherein an anti-bacterial agent is mixed. Definitely, a stiffening agent of synthetic rubber, low-pressure polyethylene resin, white carbon black which is the reinforcing extender of rubber, zinc flower as a reinforcing accelerator of rubber, titanium as a coloring agent and stearic acid as a dispersion accelerator are mixed with the base of synthetic rubber(NBR) and hard chloroethene. The mixture thus obtained is agitated under kneading by a kneader exclusively for rubber and then a ceramic power and an inorganic anti bacterial agent are mixed with the kneaded mixture so as to mold the chopping board.

Abstract: Method and apparatus for supporting a steel slab and protecting the bottom surface of the slab as the slab is advanced over a skid bar system through a slab heating furnace and which includes at least a first member for supporting the weight of the steel slab and protecting the slab's bottom surface, and a second member for contacting an edge portion of the steel slab. The second member of the apparatus is comprised of a material which is substantially non-consumable, or may be coated or lined with a material which renders it non-consumable, at the operating temperatures of a slab heating furnace and which inhibits the movement of carbon from the rider into the steel slab. In the alternative, the method may include coating the slab edge with a layer having high temperature stability and low thermal conductivity.

Abstract: A clamp for optical fiber couplers manufacturing apparatus comprises a slotted member having a slot into which optical fibers are inserted and having an opening outwardly winder from the slot so that the optical fibers are introduced into the slot, and a pushing member movably disposed adjacent the slot for pushing the optical fibers through the opening into the slot, wherein the slotted member is away from the pushing member when the fibers are not clamped, and the slotted member is fixed at a position where the slotted member clamps the fibers.

Abstract: A cutting board which is substantially rectangular in shape and made of a polymer material such as polyethylene. The cutting board includes a handle at one end, and an inner groove surrounding three of the edges and the handle on an upper portion of the cutting board. A living hinge extends across a lower portion of the cutting board to provide for movement of the lower portion of the cutting board. The movement or the lower portion of the cutting board is particularly useful for sweeping cut objects, such as vegetables, meats or other objects into a bowl or a pan. An alternative embodiment discloses a locking tab for fixing the upper and lower rectangular portion with respect to each other.

Abstract: A portable hinged cutting board with drawer for recreational use, such as the popular picnic, is presented having a housing 10 with a folding extension 11 attached by a hinge means 12 to the top edge along the length of the housing 10. The folding extension 11 corresponds in length and width with top of the housing thereby when folded in a closed position it is adjacent to the upper surface of the housing top 10a. The housing 10 can generally be described as having a rectangular top 10a two short sides 10b one long side 10c thereby forming a compartment 10e. A drawer 13 fits snugly into the compartment 10e and is of such a width that when positioned inside as in the closed position the outer wall 13a of the drawer 13 is flush with the edges of the housing 10. The drawer is held in the closed position inside the housing by a fastening means 18 thereby preventing the drawer from opening during transport.

Abstract: A cutting board system provides both a cutting board and a drip pan tray for receiving juices and trimmings which are cut from food articles. The cutting board mounts directly within a drip pan tray and is provided with at least one notch whereby juices may flow into the tray below. The tray is provided with a pour system to provide convenient cutting, serving and pouring of the food to be served.

Abstract: A combination of utensils including a table defining an upperside and an underside. The upperside of the table defines a first recess, a second recess, a cutout being in communication with the first and second recesses, a third recess and two shaft-receiving recesses each defining a narrow entry. The table defines an aperture within the second recess. A chopping board is receivable in the first recess. A mandolin/grater is receivable in the second recess. A sharpening wheel is formed on a shaft. The sharpening wheel is pivotably receivable in the third recess as two ends of the shaft are retained in the shaft-receiving recesses. Two first flanges are formed on the underside of the table. A tool-receiving box includes two flanges formed thereon. The flanges of the tool-receiving box are engageable with the first flanges of the table so that the tool-receiving box is slidably mounted on the underside of the table. Two second flanges are formed on the underside of the table.

Abstract: A suction table has a compartment for sucking a sacrifice board in periphery and a compartment for sucking a process board in inner portion. Therefore, when the process board is positioned on the sacrifice board, the air is not leaked from suction holes of the sacrifice board for sucking the process board and suction loss is improved.

Abstract: A covered cutting board assembly for outdoor use includes a cutting board having a cutting surface, a truss structure attachable to the cutting board forming a support structure for a transparent or semi-transparent cover which encloses the truss structure and cutting board. The cover is structured with at least one opening, closeable by a flap securable thereto, to permit insertion of user's hands therethrough to access the cutting surface. The cover remains in position over the cutting surface to provide protection to food prepared and served on the cutting surface, but allows access to the cutting board as needed. The cutting board assembly also includes a waterproof top sized to fit over the cover to prevent entry of moisture. The top also may have an opening to provide access to the cutting surface for use of the cutting board in rain or snow, and the top may have insulative properties to retain heat within the disclosure.

Abstract: An improvement in countertop mounted cutting apparatus comprising a bracket adapted to fit into an opening in the countertop for supporting a cutting board, the bracket including a flange portion overlapping the countertop adjacent the opening, characterized by a knife scabbard adjacent the cutting board and supported by the bracket, the knife scabbard having individual slots of varying lengths to receive knives of varying blade widths.

Abstract: A gripper assembly grips a double layered end portion of a tape with a tacky side of the tape facing downwardly and a backing side of the tape facing upwardly. A tape feed assembly feeds the tape, with the tacky side down, from a tape storage reel to the gripper assembly at the speed at which the gripper assembly moves along a tape support to tend to minimize tension in the portion of the tape disposed between the tape feed assembly and the gripper assembly. When the desired length of tape has been fed, the tacky side of the tape is moved into engagement with the upper side of the tape support. Suction is applied to the tacky side of the tape to hold the tape in position on the tape support. While the tape is disposed on the tape support, opposite ends of the tape are cut. A tape transfer manifold applies suction to the upwardly facing backing side of the cut tape to grip the tape.

Abstract: Jigs comprising rectangular plates (30, 50, and 60) have centrally positioned concentric recesses and/or holes (37, 39, 51, 53, 61, and 62) for accepting the lip (40) of recessed light fixtures, ceiling fans, and heaters during installation between adjacent ceiling joists. Jigs are attached to joists by screws passing through slots (33 and 65) which enable jigs to be adjusted side-to-side for exact position. Jigs have graduated scale (41) along edges for visual reference and correct positioning of fixture and centrally aligned slots (47) for attaching tape ruler when measuring to another fixture position. A rabbet (45) along one end allows jigs to be used as right-angle square for scribing adjacent joist. A handle (42) provides a balanced position for holding jig while attaching to joists. The jigs make it possible to wire multiple fixtures before installation. A fourth embodiment jig is spaced 0.5" below joists by spacers (72) and has concentric markings and parallel lines for positioning fixtures thereon.

Abstract: A buffing fixture and structure for supporting large and thin metal skins during a finishing operation. The structure includes a plurality of individual form fixtures, at least one trunnion table mounted for rotation along a horizontally disposed axis, and a motor for causing the rotation of the trunnion table. Each of the form fixtures is comprised of a frame having at least one brace which extends outwardly from the frame, a form shell mounted to the frame such that the interior surface is in contact with a longitudinal edge of the brace, and a layer of foam disposed substantially along the entire interior surface of the form shell in order to support the surface area of the form shell. The form shell has a three dimensional shape which follows the three dimensional shape of the metal skin to be finished.

Abstract: A method of making a cloth cutter knife permeable bed formed from a plurality of elongate support members, preferably plastic extrusions, which provides a permeable support surface in a cloth cutting machine upon which a lay-up is supported for cutting by a cutter head. The extrusions are cut up by the reciprocated knife of the cutter head to form a multiplicity of bristles which after subsequent cutting operations of the lay-up create a dense knife permeable bristle bed for supporting the layup in a generally flat manner.

Abstract: A fixture for fabricating a full width scanning or imaging array from a plurality of relatively short subunits which provides immunity from vertical misalignment of the subunits caused by particle contamination. This is accomplished by providing a clearance slot in the fixture horizontal reference edge to minimize the reference edge and subunit contact area and to provide a space for the contaminating particles to accumulate so that they will not interfere with the precision placement and vertical alignment of the subunits on the fixture.

Abstract: A cloth cutter knife permeable bed formed from a plurality of elongate support members, preferably plastic extrusions, provides a permeable support surface in a cloth cutting machine upon which a lay-up is supported for cutting by a cutter head. The extrusions are cut up by the reciprocated knife of the cutter head to form a multiplicity of bristles which after subsequent cutting operations of the lay-up create a dense knife permeable bristle bed for supporting the layup in a generally flat manner.

Abstract: The basic product is a chopping board 1 which can be reshaped to form a chute, by grasping a handle part 2 of it, so that chopped food 3 (for example) can be guided into a pan 4 or other receptacle. The flat board has a pair of hinges 5 in it so that it can be reshaped to form a duct or chute. The handle 2 enables the board to be grasped and also effects reshaping of the board from the flat to form a chute. A hinge 6 can also be formed across the board to enable the handle to be lifted about the hinge 6 so as to lock the main hinges 5. However, when the board is in the `chute mode` the angled sides 7 make the board rigid in the direction of the chute.

Abstract: A carrier for a semiconductor wafer or other substrate has an outer portion adapted for engagement by equipment for processing wafers. Interior to the outer portion a substantially planar supporting surface is provided. A retaining lip is provided above the plane in which the supporting surface lies by at least the height of a wafer of a selected size. The circumference of the retaining lip is of sufficient size and proper shape to permit the passage of a wafer of the selected size. The carrier is undercut under the lip, whereby a wafer of the selected size, when placed on the supporting surface, may be retained.In one embodiment, the carrier has a cylindrical shape. The top of the carrier includes a flat outer ring-like surface. The supporting surface and the circumference of the retaining lip are both circular.

Abstract: A device for fitting a holding part onto an eyeglass lens comprises a plate adapted to receive the eyeglass lens pivoted to a fixed base and a calibrated spring arrangement and a displacement sensor operative between the plate and the base.

Abstract: The invention is an indexing jig for building model railroad bridge trestles having a series of horizontal and vertical apertures cut into it to form an interlocking system of grooves for holding the various members that are used to construct trestles including vertical and horizontal members and cross bracing.

Abstract: A set of anchoring elements including a first and a second anchoring element of modular type, usable either as an alternative to or in combination with one another in relation to the requirements of height adjustment of a clamping fixture's components. Each of the anchoring elements includes a hollow external casing provided with a hollow threaded screw for its fastening to an underlying anchoring element or to a supporting pallet for a piece which is to be machined, and a hollow threaded bush for the fastening of a clamping fixture's anchoring element or active component located immediately above. The first and the second anchoring element are provided with structure suitable for preventing their rotation with respect to the underlying anchoring element, or supporting pallet.

Abstract: The present invention is a low-contaminate work surface for processing semiconductor grade silicon. The work surface is comprised of a parallel array of silicon elements forming a planar surface. The silicon elements are of comparable purity with the semiconductor grade silicon to be process, thus minimizing contact contamination. In an additional embodiment of the present invention, the low-contaminate work surface is part of a work station which provides for initial screening and sizing of the semiconductor grade silicon being processed.

Abstract: A barbeque tray designed to support cooked foods has a peripheral drippings groove leading to a basin at one end of the tray, a handle extending from the opposite end of the tray, and a recessed bottom providing a lip at the end opposite the handle. While the handle is held with one hand, the lip is hooked over the rim of the grill, to stabilize the tray while food is transferred to it. The lip also provides a convenient grip for the other hand when carrying food away from the grill.

Abstract: An extendable positioning tool with a base for mounting within the passenger compartment of a vehicle, and having an extension that can pass through a windshield opening to support a windshield to be installed thereover. The tool may be temporarily attached to the steering wheel.

Abstract: A sterilized cooking board comprises a base board and an organic polymer layer containing an antibacterial zeolite and formed on the entirety of at least one surface of the base board in an upheaval shape.

Abstract: A door fabrication station for sawing, planing, routering and mounting hardware on a door includes an upper door support frame for supporting a door in a generally horizontal position, a leg assembly extending below the door support frame to a surface on which the door fabrication station is to be supported, the leg assembly contacting the surface at one or more locations defining an area of surface contact, a lower door support mounted within the area of surface contact for supporting a door in generally vertical position, and an upper door support mounted above the lower door support for providing additional door support in the generally vertical position.

Abstract: A method of using a sheet of silicone rubber with one smooth, tacky side as a non-slip surface for one or more articles. The sheet is placed on the surface of an object, and articles to be supported are placed on the smooth, tacky side of the sheet. The articles will not slide off the sheet despite inclination or movement of the object surface.

Abstract: A machine having a cutting head assembly and a clamping system is provided for cutting shapes in planar workpieces. A pair of separately operated blades are convergently disposed to enable the formation of an edge bevel on the workpiece by cutting it from either side, and also to enable facile V-grooving. The clamping system securely and inobtrusively secures the workpiece in cutting position.

Abstract: A self-supporting table to support a machine and to support a workpiece in either a horizontal or vertical position. The vertical and horizontal supports provide planes which aid the machine operator in feeding the workpiece into the machine. The versatility of the apparatus allows for efficient machining since only one support table and machine is needed instead of two.

Abstract: An apparatus for retaining a tile in a secure position to prevent rotation while an opening is drilled through the tile. The apparatus includes a surface having a multiplicity of concentric interior stepped depressions, each interior depression set beneath and within another, with each respective depression sized to be slightly larger than the standard dimensions of a conventional tile. The respective depression can be used to securely hold its respective sized conventional tile while a transverse force is applied to the tile to create an opening through the tile.

Abstract: A fixturing apparatus for locating, orienting and holding a workpiece during a milling operation, having a workpiece specific mounting provided with means for accurately and reproducibly positioning the workpiece within the fixture. The workpiece specific mounting has a workpiece specific pattern of clamping, vibration dampening and supporting devices to hold the workpiece during the milling operation. Accurate, reproducible location and orientation of successive workpieces of the same geometry on the apparatus for the same milling operations is achieved quickly and positively and vibration and workpiece distortion are minimized during the milling operations.

Abstract: A cloth cutting apparatus comprising a first arm rotatably attached to a pillar arranged movably along a table, a second arm rotatably connected to the top end of the first arm and a cutter attached to the top end of the second arm. The second arm comprises two parallel arm members, both the ends of which are rotatably supported by a supporting member. A cylinder in which a high-pressure gas is sealed is arranged between a supporting member for the first arm and one of said arm members. The position of attachment of a piston shaft of the cylinder at the supporting member is transferable.

Abstract: A panel fixture is provided for receiving insulative blocks and trusses for facilitating fabrication of modular building panels. The fixture includes a main beam to which first and second rows of staves are mounted via respective first and second U-channel members. The rows of staves accept insulative blocks and trusses therebetween in alternating block/truss, block/truss fashion. Multiple geometry building structures are possible using the disclosed fixture alone or in combination with fixtures having multiple sub-fixtures.

Abstract: A cutting board for use in the cutting of bread, roasted meat and like foodstuffs comprises a baseboard having a plurality of depressions in a surface thereof for the temporary retention of food debris, a platform having retaining means to inhibit movement of food placed thereon, guide means for guiding the blade of a knife during the cutting operation, and a stop for locating food to be sliced in a desired position relative to the guide means thereby to determine the thickness of slice to be cut from the food, wherein the platform, guide means and stop are each removably mountable on the baseboard.

Abstract: A jig for use with masonry saws for supporting and cutting flat and brick-shaped masonry material such as bricks and tile. The jig includes a frame, a "V"-shaped material-supporting bed pivotally mounted on the frame and an adjustment mechanism for adjusting the angle of the "V"-shaped bed with respect to the frame. The adjustment mechanism includes a support bar pivotally affixed to the material-supporting bed at one end and adjustably attached to the frame by a bolt fastened to the opposite end of the support bar and extending through a horizontal slot in the frame to threadibly receive a wing nut.

Abstract: A cutting board assembly is disclosed. The assembly includes a board member which has an upper cutting surface with a groove around the periphery thereof. The cutting surface includes an elongated slot therethrough with the groove being inclined towards the slot. A generally L-shaped flange extends from the underside of the board and surrounds the elongated slot. A plastic bag is adapted to fit over a leg of the L-shaped flange which extends outwardly of the elongated slot. An elastic band is provided to sealably attach the plastic bag around the generally L-shaped flange.

Abstract: A device for holding an object in a spatial position containing a pallet-presetting structure on which a pallet is located. This pallet is held on the presetting structure. The presetting structure contains a base plate, a second plate setting on top of the latter, and a third plate. The second plate is connected both to the base plate and to the upper plate by hinges. The respective hinge pair each has an axis which is at right angles to the other. In this way, the plates can be swung open to define a right angle to one another. A vertical measuring column is also provided. By this device, a point of an object can be exactly measured or set in a horizontal position by the vertical measuring column.