Plural Load Supports Patents (Class 280/47.35)
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Patent number: 7490837Abstract: A portable medical apparatus for holding a plurality of surgical tools wherein at least one of said tools is electrically powered and includes a power supply cord and a power plug is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a housing having at least one electrical outlet for removably receiving the power plug is disposed within said inner shell. The housing includes an upstanding wall having at least one area for receiving and supporting a power supply cord. A removable enclosure lid is received by the housing. An upright member supports the housing and provides a passageway for a conductor in electrical communication with the electrical outlet. A base supports the upright member and includes a laterally extending leg having a channel for receiving the electrical conductor. The leg is apertured to receive a connector for attachment to the electrical conductor.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2005Date of Patent: February 17, 2009Assignee: Inter-Med, Inc.Inventors: Gary J. Pond, Scott N Schmidt
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Patent number: 7490838Abstract: A locking flange (200) for securing an airline cart (100) can include a hook shaped flange that wraps around a pull bar (130) of the airline cart, a pair of apertures (204) on opposing sides of the hook shaped flange where the apertures reside below the pull bar when the hook shaped flange is placed on top of the pull bar, and a locking mechanism (250) for insertion within the apertures once the flange is placed on top of the pull bar. The locking flange can project below a top plane of a door (102) of the airline cart. The locking flange can be made of metal such as high tensile steel. The locking mechanism can include a cylinder having a head (252) on one side and an aperture (256) on an opposing side for placement of a lock (502) through the aperture of the cylinder.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2007Date of Patent: February 17, 2009Assignee: Duty Free Air and Ship Supply, Co.Inventors: Saul Hyatt, Kevin Greene
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Patent number: 7490839Abstract: A cart includes rolling members and a frame connected to the rolling members. The frame provides a ladder-storage space. The frame also is configured to hold a ladder in a substantially vertical position with at least a portion of the ladder in the ladder-storage space. The rolling members form a rolling-member perimeter. The ladder-storage space can be disposed within the rolling-member perimeter in the vertical direction. The frame can include a base having a ladder-support surface for contacting and supporting a ladder. The ladder-support surface can be disposed below tops of at least some of the rolling members.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2005Date of Patent: February 17, 2009Assignee: Rubbermaid Commercial Products LLCInventors: Thomas Perelli, Carl R. Schulz, Robert J. Tokash, Adam Zambanini
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Publication number: 20090020970Abstract: An invention is provided which comprises a welding carriage having a base, rear wheel assemblies disposed at one end of the base, a first front wheel assembly attachment member disposed on a second side of the base, and a first front wheel assembly configured to removably engage with the front wheel assembly attachment member to securely couple with the base. The welding carriage may also include a second front wheel assembly attachment member disposed on a second side of the base, and a second front wheel assembly configured to removably engage with at least the at least one front wheel assembly attachment member to securely couple with the base. The carriage may also include at least two welding attachment portions, where both welding attachment portions have the same cross-sectional characteristics.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2007Publication date: January 22, 2009Applicant: LINCOLN GLOBAL, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey R. Klein, Lawrence A. Boehnlein, Lucian Petrila, Edward Enyedy
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Patent number: 7467801Abstract: A compact, lightweight, residential mobile house keeping cart, designed with low center of gravity. The cart provides for attachment and easily accessed storage of virtually all supplies and implements needed for cleaning. Easily transported by a user, the cart has two rear wheels, two front omni-directional casters, and skips on the back of the cart, whereby a ramp or elevator is not needed to access various levels or stairs, thereby providing mobility and requiring minimal space for maneuvering or storage. A plurality of implement and supply holders are disposed on the L-shaped sides and the back of the cart.Type: GrantFiled: January 26, 2005Date of Patent: December 23, 2008Inventor: Mickey Garduno
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Patent number: 7461849Abstract: A method and apparatus for an electronic equipment rack that provides mobility through directional self-propulsion and multi-axis suspension. The electronic equipment rack further provides self-powered operation and environmental control with wireless access, while protecting against unauthorized access, electromagnetic interference (EMI), and dust contamination. An alternate embodiment provides a non-mobile electronic equipment rack with multi-axis suspension, while optionally providing wireless access and protection against unauthorized access and the environment.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2005Date of Patent: December 9, 2008Assignee: Emiph, LLCInventors: Jody G. Robbins, William E. Woodbury, II, Richard M. Chaput
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Patent number: 7458589Abstract: A stacked arrangement of travel coolers including a plurality of travel coolers arranged in a series of stacking pairs and a method of stacking the travel coolers. Each travel cooler includes a base with a bottom surface, a pair of wheels mounted to the base, an insulated container, a front end of the base and a rear end of the base. Each stacking pair includes an upper travel cooler disposed on top of a lower travel cooler. The bottom surface of the base of the upper travel cooler rests upon the bottom surface of the base of the lower travel cooler. Alternatively, a surface of a lid of the upper travel cooler rests upon a surface of a lid of the lower travel cooler. The front end of the upper travel cooler is disposed over and generally aligned with the rear end of the lower travel cooler.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2006Date of Patent: December 2, 2008Assignee: M & C Innovations, LLCInventors: Matthew Alexander Vanderberg, Ian D. Kovacevich, Daniel Lee Bizzell, Chris Hoy
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Patent number: 7458600Abstract: A carrier mounted on a cart for transporting a bag or a sack containing loose or granular materials. The carrier is comprised of a pair of jaws having gripping surfaces for retaining an upper portion of a bag or sack and a handle for carrying the bag or sack in a slightly elevated position or by dragging on a surface. In a first aspect of the invention, the gripping surfaces are formed by shearing and bending a plurality of triangular tabs in metal strips which are attached to the jaws. In a second aspect of the invention, the carrier is attached to a 2-wheel cart in a manner which allows the carrier to be used in combination with the cart or detached and used independently.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 1998Date of Patent: December 2, 2008Inventors: Joseph J. Berke, Charles T. Michael
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Publication number: 20080272565Abstract: A dispenser having an interior portion that is dimensioned for receiving a wheeled cart that is configured for storing items to be dispensed from the dispenser. The cart may, for example, be supported by at least two non-swiveled wheels disposed adjacent a first end of the cart and at least one swiveled wheel disposed adjacent a second end of the cart. In particular embodiments, the dispenser includes a pivotable wheel support that is adapted for: (A) supporting the cart's non-swiveled wheels; and (B) while supporting these non-swiveled wheels in respective, substantially fixed positions relative to the pivotable wheel support, pivoting from: (1) a first position in which the cart is positioned outside the dispenser; to (2) a second position in which the cart is positioned within the dispenser's interior. This may assist in loading the cart into the dispenser.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2007Publication date: November 6, 2008Inventors: Robert M. Fitzgerald, Kyle Joiner, Ward P. Broom
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Patent number: 7434820Abstract: A yarn storage apparatus that is portable, capable of winding and storing a plurality of yarns, and also capable of storing other items is disclosed. The apparatus is supported on two inverted U-shaped legs, each having omnidirectional casters. A plurality of removable and interchangeable spools are disposed between the legs. Each spool is motor driven in a choice of “wind”, “stop”, and “neutral” positions. Each spool is provided with non-slip coating and yarn orifice and yarn clamp, which can be selectively retained in open or closed position.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2006Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Inventor: Nicole Aliseo
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Patent number: 7434819Abstract: A device, which allows its user to store and organize tools and materials and easily transport them to and from a desired location. The device has wheels and handles for easy pulling. A padded area is provided so that the user can sit or kneel on the device and the work surface can be elevated for the convenience of the user.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2005Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Inventor: Brian S. Dunavin
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Publication number: 20080238012Abstract: The garden wagon includes a main body, front and rear pairs of wheels rotatably mounted to the bottom of body, and a top shelf and a bottom shelf mounted to a frame assembly on the main body of the garden wagon. The top and bottom shelves include a plurality of corresponding apertures and slots that are aligned vertically for receiving tools. The garden wagon includes a trash bag holder, and may include a sun umbrella.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 2, 2008Publication date: October 2, 2008Inventor: Mark C. Carter
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Patent number: 7427080Abstract: A shopping trolley, which includes a holder for holding articles of shopping, and a wheeled undercarriage connected to the holder. The undercarriage is operable between an erected condition, in which the undercarriage supports the holder at a working height above the ground on wheels, and a collapsed compact condition, for loading of the trolley into a boot of a passenger sedan so that the holder provides a boot organizer. In one embodiment of the invention, the undercarriage comprises a pair of telescopically extendable curved legs, which have wheels mounted thereon. A vehicle, which has a securing arrangement in its boot specifically for securing the collapsible shopping trolley in a stable condition in the boot, when the undercarriage of the trolley is collapsed.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2003Date of Patent: September 23, 2008Inventors: Francois Paulus Naude, Jr., Eve Marie Luce Jacqueline Lechat
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Publication number: 20080217878Abstract: The Spray Paint Assistant is a cart that can be used to transport and utilize conventional spray-painting equipment and attachments. One embodiment of the invention utilizes a cart having a guide handle and wheels, a utility tray on the cart, a rod on a pivot connected to a support pole, a rod handle connected to the rod, a holder for a pumping unit or a compressor, a rod extension, and a nozzle holder with a clip to hold a spray nozzle. Other embodiments have holes imbedded into the cart, compartments protruding from the cart or clips attached to the cart for holding different style rollers, nozzles or guns. To use the preferred embodiment of The Spray Paint Assistant, a user would attach all spray-painting components to the cart and position the cart at the work site using the guide handle. The rod handle can be used to manipulate the rod and nozzle holder once the spray nozzle is connected to the nozzle holder by the clip.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2007Publication date: September 11, 2008Inventor: Ernest Cephas
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Patent number: 7419170Abstract: Size altering transportation monitor cart whose horizontal width can be expanded or retracted by pulling stopper pins and pulling or pushing the horizontal frame open, closed or to a varying degree between opened or closed.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2006Date of Patent: September 2, 2008Inventors: Dennis Theodore Krizan, Jon T. Erickson
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Publication number: 20080203861Abstract: In combination with a mobile medical medication cart for dispensing medications to a variety of patients, such medical treatment cart consisting of a substantially rectangular cart member having a plurality of drawers disposed on a same side of said cart, having wheels disposed at each corner of said cart and having a top surface thereon, the improvement comprises an acid resistant top surface having a cavity disposed therein. There is a three tiered step down tray for holding pre-measured medications and water. Such three tiered step down tray disposed completely within in the cavity formed in the top surface thereof. A narcotics drawer is disposed on a same side of the cart as such plurality of drawers. The narcotics drawer has a front portion that flips down and slides into the cart member and there is at least one lockable pullout bin disposed in the narcotics drawer for holding narcotic medications.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2008Publication date: August 28, 2008Inventor: Safronia R. Wingate
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Publication number: 20080203689Abstract: A cart onto which items can be deposited and transported includes a plurality of legs, and a plurality of vertically spaced shelves supported by the legs. Each leg is formed by a plurality of interconnected leg pieces. Each leg includes a plurality of vertically spaced support arms projecting laterally. Each support arm constitutes part of a nodal piece which is inserted between adjacent leg pieces to interconnect such leg pieces. A plurality of vertically spaced shelves are supported by the legs. Each shelf has its underside seated on the free ends of the support arms. Each shelf extends outwardly past those free ends, and the outer peripheral edge of each shelf is recessed to accommodate the leg pieces.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 25, 2008Publication date: August 28, 2008Applicant: BIELEFELDER KUCHENMASCHINENInventors: Gregor vom Braucke, Marcus vom Braucke
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Patent number: 7417437Abstract: A portable assembly includes a multi-level housing having a vertically oriented back wall and an elongated rectilinear axle conjoined thereto. The housing further includes an elongated handle having a lower end portion monolithically formed with the back wall. A plurality of rotatable wheels operably communicate with the axle end portions and a plurality of coextensive shelves are conjoined to the back wall. The assembly further includes a mechanism for testing a variety of battery charging systems. The testing mechanism includes a plurality of power receptacles integrally connected to the back wall and spaced above a top one of the shelves. A battery-charger testing device is nested on one of the shelves for testing 48 volt club car power drive chargers. The battery-charger testing device is provided with a plurality of fuses for testing 36 volt and 48 volt circuits respectively.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2005Date of Patent: August 26, 2008Inventor: Felix H. Torres
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Patent number: 7407169Abstract: A seat assembly for a shopping cart includes a gate pivotally mounted to a rear portion of the shopping cart and a seat member made from a plastic material. The seat member is mounted to the gate of the shopping cart via a pivot mechanism to extend in a position to support a child within the shopping cart. The seat member includes a generally curved concave portion having an apex adjacent the gate and a generally straight portion on a side of the seat member opposite the apex of the generally curved concave portion.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2005Date of Patent: August 5, 2008Assignee: Target Brands, Inc.Inventors: William D. Splain, Robert D. Peota, Alexandre Hennen, Allan Cameron, Mark T. Ryan, David L. Pruitt, Jr.
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Publication number: 20080172855Abstract: One advantageous embodiment of the present invention is a reaction-injection-molded galley cart (10) for an aircraft. This cart (10) includes a body, which is configured to move along a passenger aisle of the aircraft. The body is comprised of a one-piece plastic shell (12) having a first side portion (28), a second side portion (30) spaced apart from the first side portion (28), a top side portion (24) extending between the first side portion (28) and the second side portion (30), and a bottom side portion (32) extending between the first side portion (28) and the second side portion (30). This one-piece plastic shell (12) includes at least one layer (36) of a reaction-injection-molded material.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 27, 2008Publication date: July 24, 2008Applicant: THE BOEING COMPANYInventor: James P. Schalla
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Patent number: 7401796Abstract: The present invention provides a mobile, electro-statically stable cart for storing and transporting computers, computer accessories, and sensitive computer equipment such as servers, Ethernet switches, and batteries. The body of the cart is configured to receive equipment in a portable rack mount fashion while providing protection against electro-static discharge events using anti-static wheels, either conductive or static dissipative, drag chains, grounding points, and static dissipative paint.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2005Date of Patent: July 22, 2008Inventor: David F. Greco
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Patent number: 7402018Abstract: A system for transporting inventory includes an inventory holder and a mobile drive unit. The inventory holder includes a frame capable of storing inventory items and a docking plate capable of receiving a docking head from underneath. The mobile drive unit, includes a docking head capable of coupling to the docking plate and a drive module capable of propelling the mobile drive unit. The mobile drive unit is further capable to move the inventory holder when the docking head is coupled to the inventory holder.Type: GrantFiled: October 14, 2004Date of Patent: July 22, 2008Assignee: Kiva Systems, Inc.Inventors: Michael C. Mountz, Raffaello D'Andrea, John A. LaPlante, David P. Lyons, II, Peter K. Mansfield, Burl W. Amsbury
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Patent number: 7398978Abstract: The present invention provides a foldable, four-wheel trolley of simple, lightweight construction for use in connection with the transport and storage of items of the type typically used in connection with the operation of beauty salons or similar uses. Moreover, the trolley is easily foldable from an expanded, operating configuration into a compact, folded configuration easy to store and transport when not in use. The trolley has a recessed top tray that is removably connected to the foldable trolley frame, and a plurality of storage drawers are slidably mounted within the foldable trolley frame at locations beneath the top tray and supports for hair dryers.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2007Date of Patent: July 15, 2008Inventor: Maggie Cheung
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Publication number: 20080143069Abstract: An improved utility cart for use in auto body repair facilities. The cart includes an upright frame from which one or more shelf or basket members extend generally horizontally. Extensions on the spaced apart legs of the cart include at least two elongate upright posts which are spaced apart sufficiently to receive a thin auto body part such as a hood panel or windshield. Elongate support arms may be attached to the upright members of the frame by inserting tabs of the arms into slots in the upright members. The shelf and basket members are supported on a pair of side brackets which have tabs which are received in slots in the upright members. The legs may be adjusted from a parallel position to one which has the legs diverging. The legs are supported by casters mounted at the ends of the legs and at the ends of the leg extensions. A small parts drawer may be carried in a drawer support which can be suspended from either a shelf or a basket member.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 10, 2007Publication date: June 19, 2008Inventors: Robert M. Richards, Don G. Kobriger
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Publication number: 20080136132Abstract: A system for the storage and convenient presentation of tools or other items is disclosed. Specifically, the invention disclosed is a multilevel tool tree which consists of a base assembly, a substantially vertical tube assembly and shelf assemblies attached to the substantially vertical tube assembly. The substantially vertical tube assembly can be extended or contracted, thereby raising and lowering the shelf assemblies attached thereto.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2006Publication date: June 12, 2008Inventor: Steve Brager
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Patent number: 7384051Abstract: A fishing caddy apparatus kit includes a housing having a bottom wall and a peripheral wall that is attached to and extends upwardly from the bottom wall. The peripheral wall includes a front wall, a rear wall, a first lateral wall and a second lateral wall. A pair of axles is attached to the housing and each has a pair of free ends. Wheels are attached to each of the free ends. A plurality of containers is provided and each is positioned in the housing and extends upwardly above an upper edge of the peripheral wall. A female coupler is attached to one of said axles and extends forward of the front wall. A plurality of pulling members is provided. Each of the pulling members is selectively engaged to the female coupler. A fastener is removably extendable through the female coupler and an engaged one of the pulling members.Type: GrantFiled: May 26, 2006Date of Patent: June 10, 2008Inventor: Hilton L. Haire
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Patent number: 7377733Abstract: An apparatus for holding an aerospace structure, having an edge and a surface, includes a base. Coupled to the base is an edge support adapted to releasably engage the edge of the structure. Also coupled to the base is a stanchion. Moveably coupled to the stanchion is a surface support adapted to support the surface of the structure when the edge of the structure is retained by the edge support.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 2005Date of Patent: May 27, 2008Assignee: The Boeing CompanyInventors: Daniel J. Wright, Gary E. Georgeson, Michael D. Fogarty
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Patent number: 7377525Abstract: A portable worktable has a frame, top, legs, and latches. The frame has rails, a plate perpendicular to the rails, and supports beneath the rails for wheels. The top mounts upon runners hinged to the front and rear upper legs at the corners of the worktable. The worktable secures the top and the front upper legs perpendicular with a hinge assembly. The top holds cargo upon hooks. The front lower legs have casters while the rear lower legs end near the wheels. The hinge assemblies secure the upper and lower legs individually but have hinges for folding the legs towards the center of each rail.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2003Date of Patent: May 27, 2008Inventor: Andrew Whitmore
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Patent number: 7374185Abstract: The present invention is a bilevel, cantilevered, welding cart with a rear cylinder rack and angled top platform. The cart frame is of a one piece heavy gauge steel that is capable of transporting in excess of 600 pounds. The front caster wheels and rear axle are welded to the frame leaving only the rear wheels to be attached. It has a single rear pillar support that can be offset in front of the gas cylinder support to allow easy connection of the gas, water air and or power lines to the welding unit. The gas cylinder support positions the weight of the gas cylinder adjacent the rear axle to prevent tipping.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2005Date of Patent: May 20, 2008Inventor: Fred Borras Hollis
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Patent number: 7364183Abstract: A seat rotating device for a baby stroller includes a rotation unit connected to an underside of the seat and two insertions on two sides of an underside of the rotation unit are inserted into a positioning unit. The rotation unit has a disk and the seat is connected to the disk. The disk has a plurality of positioning holes defined in a periphery thereof. The disk is pivotably connected to a base by a shaft extending through a center of the disk and the base. The base has two wings and the two insertions are inserted into the wings. Each wing has a biasing member inserted therein which his connected with a cable. The biasing member is inserted into one of the positioning holes to position the disk and the seat at an angle.Type: GrantFiled: July 14, 2006Date of Patent: April 29, 2008Inventor: Tsung-Daw Lee
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Publication number: 20080093813Abstract: A trolley includes a frame which is constructed having storage elements and moving elements. The storage element is adapted to allow equipment to be stored therein and the moving element allows the trolley to be easily moved with or without any equipment stored thereon.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 3, 2007Publication date: April 24, 2008Applicant: THE TOOL KIT TROLLEY LIMITEDInventors: Peter James KEMP, Ian McQueen
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Patent number: 7357398Abstract: A cart for transporting items used in welding operations includes a platform, wheels, a handle and a connector. The platform is dimensioned such that an associated container of welding consumables can rest on the platform. The wheels connect to the platform to facilitate movement of the cart. The handle connects to and extends upwardly from the platform. The connector allows for selective connecting of the cart to an associated welding cart.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2004Date of Patent: April 15, 2008Assignee: Lincoln Global, Inc.Inventor: James J. O'Connor
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Publication number: 20080084039Abstract: A Bellman cart has a base mounted with a flat rectangular platform and several brackets. A plurality of wheels connected to the base are coupled to an integrated steering mechanism provided with a steering wheel or slidable handgrips attached to the brackets and a drivetrain arranged beneath the platform. The steering wheel pulls the cable which is passed through the brackets and connected to a pulley in the drivetrain, to turn the pulley to drive a gear mounted below the pulley, to control the horizontal movement of a rod, connected to the wheels through a pivot, to control the pivotal movement of the wheels to regulate the movement and direction of the cart. Multiple mirrors are provided to present a clear view around the loaded objects. Multiple shock absorbers are provided in one embodiment to move the cart smoothly.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 10, 2006Publication date: April 10, 2008Inventor: Reynolds Ellsworth Moulton
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Publication number: 20080079229Abstract: Dollies and methods of using dollies can include a platform configured to hold items for transport, a support frame adjacent the platform, an actuation mechanism coupled to the support frame, and a moveable gate coupled to the support frame and configured to be moved from a closed position to an open position in response to the triggering of the actuation mechanism by force applied by a user. The moveable gate can comprise a rotatable shaft disposed at an end of the moveable gate and extending within an opening, wherein the moveable gate is configured to move with the rotatable shaft as the shaft rotates within the opening, and at least one counterweight coupled to the moveable gate and positioned to assist in the movement of the gate to the open position in response to the triggering of the actuation mechanism.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2006Publication date: April 3, 2008Inventor: Brandon Lee Buie
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Patent number: 7347430Abstract: The technology herein provides a modular mobile workstation with storage capacity. The apparatus has a modular shell that can be used for a variety of purposes, including, but not limited to, a stool and low table combination, a table and coat-rack combination, and a high table combination. The modular shell encloses a removable inner shell that can be used to store goods while traveling with the unit. Two large wheels may cap the respective ends of the shell and allow the apparatus to roll freely behind a user. A multi-use handle may also be included with the apparatus. The handle may be collapsible and may be secured to the apparatus by a securing scarf, which also may serves to hold the interlocking pieces of the outer shell together.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2004Date of Patent: March 25, 2008Inventor: Jeff Jenkins
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Publication number: 20080054582Abstract: The invention is a combination mobile tool caddy and seat for performing work adapted for use by a tradesman such as an electrician, plumber, carpenter and the like. The wheeled mobile caddy includes a rigid frame having a lower and an upper support member vertically separated by upright corner members. The lower support member extends beyond the upper support member to form a platform area upon which a cylindrical vessel or bucket can be stored. The bucket is equipped with a liner having pockets for storing hand tools. Four caster wheels are appropriately attached to the lower support member so that the caddy can be wheeled from a service vehicle to a specific job site having stored therein the tradesman's tools, as well as necessary material supplies to perform daily job functions.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 5, 2006Publication date: March 6, 2008Inventor: Richard R. Thibault
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Patent number: 7338054Abstract: A self-contained utility cart consisting of an upright casing that has forward and rearward areas and side areas. The casing has a multiple of compartments therein which can be accessible from the front or the rear of the cart. Some of the compartments are covered by hinged covers. The casing is supported by casters with some of them being stationary while others can swivel to enhance the maneuverability of the cart. The casters at the bottom of the rear area are so placed that their circumference extends beyond the rear area of the casing to aid in maneuvering raisers in stairways. On a rear area of the cart there is provided a trash bag holder that can be collapsed when not in use but can be stabilized in a horizontal position to receive a trash bag when in a deployed position.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2005Date of Patent: March 4, 2008Inventor: Eliana M. Pint
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Patent number: 7338055Abstract: A reconfigurable medical workstation enables efficient arrangement of medical equipment used to provide care to a specific patient. The workstation contains a comportment space that can be divided into compartments as needed to house the medical equipment. The compartment configurations can be uniquely created to house the specific medical equipment for the patient. Because the needs of patients are different and require different kinds of medical equipment the compartment configuration for one patient can be different in the present invention from the compartment configuration for another patient.Type: GrantFiled: July 1, 2003Date of Patent: March 4, 2008Inventor: Carl Fuentes
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Patent number: 7328905Abstract: A tool organizer is disclosed. According to one embodiment, the tool organizer comprises a frame and a plurality of wheels attached to the frame. The frame includes an upper frame component and a lower frame component. The upper and lower frame components are connected by at least one hinge and are moveable with respect to one another between a folded and an unfolded configuration. The tool organizer also includes a tool storage structure supported by the frame. The tool storage structure comprising a plurality of storage panels, each storage panel comprises at least one tool fastener for securing a specific tool. The plurality of storage panels are movable with respect to one another between a closed configuration and an open configuration.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 2005Date of Patent: February 12, 2008Inventor: Edward G. Guirlinger
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Publication number: 20080029981Abstract: Janitorial cleaning carts, and more particularly cleaning carts capable to selectively receiving attachments for holding cleaning accessories such as mops, brooms, brushes, tools, and other related cleaning supplies.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 4, 2006Publication date: February 7, 2008Inventor: Stephen A. Dukes
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Patent number: 7325891Abstract: A computer cart is formed to have ventilation channels extending along its sides to enable computers to be ventilated while stored in the computer cart without requiring excessive machining of the side panels forming the cart. The cart includes a frame with an external skin formed of panels. The upper edges of the side panels are offset from an edge of a top panel so that a ventilation channel is formed between the top panel and the side panels. Optionally, the channel may also extend between the top panel and a side panel and between the top panel and a front panel including doors that allow access to an inside of the computer cart. A similar channel may be formed on the bottom. As air is heated by computers within the computer cart, the warm air will rise and exit the computer cart via the upper ventilation channel, while drawing in cooler air through the lower ventilation channel.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2006Date of Patent: February 5, 2008Assignee: Bretford Manufacturing, Inc.Inventors: Mark Anthony Kinsley, Philip John Sopicki
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Publication number: 20080018068Abstract: A child carrier (100) having a compartment (102) for housing one or more children. The child carrier may further include an attachment assembly (112) for removably attaching the child carrier to a shopping cart, the attachment assembly including a quick release assembly (114) for releasably coupling the child carrier to the shopping cart without tools. The child carrier may include a support system (104) for supporting the compartment upon a surface (106). The support system may include a plurality of wheels (108) adapted to fully support the child carrier upon the surface such that the child carrier can be moved upon the plurality of wheels as a separate unit from the shopping cart. The child carrier (100) may include a media system (200) for providing users information and entertainment.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 23, 2007Publication date: January 24, 2008Applicant: CABCO GROUP LIMITEDInventor: Douglas James Bartlett
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Patent number: 7320471Abstract: A mounting arrangement for mounting a toddler seat to a pram or stroller having a framework is disclosed. The mounting arrangement includes a first support element that is pivotably attached to the framework and a second support element connected to the first support element. Also included is a mounting portion to attach the toddler seat. The second support element in a first deployed configuration is attachable to the framework to configure the mounting arrangement for the seating of a toddler and the second support element is further releasable from the framework to allow the mounting arrangement to fold or collapse to a compact folded configuration.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2006Date of Patent: January 22, 2008Assignee: Britax Childcare Pty LtdInventor: Wieslaw Maciejczyk
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Patent number: 7320472Abstract: A cart is described that has a wheeled base and an upright frame extending upwardly from the base. A side frame extends upwardly from the base and abuts the upright frame. The upper face of the base, the front face of the upright frame and the inside face of the side frame together form an open cargo bay. A horizontal work surface projects outward from the rear face of the upright frame. A storage compartment is attached to the rear face of the upright frame below the work surface.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2007Date of Patent: January 22, 2008Assignee: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.Inventors: Hugh Donald Gregory, Muriel A. McSweeny
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Patent number: 7316407Abstract: A combination rolling transport and fold-up seat has a detachable carry bag of waterproof, reinforced fabric, detachable snap-on wheels, and collapsible frame. The frame has a stabilizing element that allows it to stand upright and support either items on the load-bearing transport side or a person seated in the fold-up seat. A carry bag back mounting sheet forms a tube slipped over the main frame member to support the carry bag and act as a back rest for the seat. Pop-off wheels enable the flat folded up frame members to fit into a minimal storage space.Type: GrantFiled: February 8, 2007Date of Patent: January 8, 2008Inventor: Richard Elden
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Patent number: 7311048Abstract: An adjustable table assembly incorporating pneumatics. In one aspect, the table assembly includes a table surface that is adjustable in a vertical direction and further includes wheels for transportation. In other aspects, the table assembly includes a step assembly as well as slots and magnetized compartments for receiving and storing tools.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2004Date of Patent: December 25, 2007Assignee: Alltrade Tools, LLCInventor: Walter W. Kopala, Jr.
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Patent number: 7306245Abstract: This disclosure describes a work site utility carrier that configures into a dolly and hand truck in its retracted mode and a work bench in its elevated mode. A lower receptacle formed as part of a chassis with wheels, and an upper receptacle are pivotally connected by a unique positioning apparatus. In a retracted position the two receptacles lie side-by-side with their top surfaces essentially planar. In this mode, the carrier serves as a dolly or a hand truck. In the elevated mode the second receptacle pivots up to station securely above the chassis, The top of the second receptacle becomes a work bench. The receptacles may comprise tool boxes. One or both tool boxes may include tool drawers. Unique latching mechanisms positively secure the carrier in either mode. The latching in an elevated mode is aided by the weight of the upper receptacle.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2005Date of Patent: December 11, 2007Inventor: Archie Lowe
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Patent number: 7306243Abstract: A multipurpose cooler for storing and transporting items includes a cooler body having an insulated interior and an exterior; a lid connected to the cooler body to permit selective access to the interior; a basket having three walls and a bottom and being slidably connected to the cooler body to slide between a fully extended position forming, with the cooler body, a basket cavity for storing and transporting items and a fully retracted position wherein the basket cavity is substantially nonexistent.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2004Date of Patent: December 11, 2007Inventors: Peter Van Horn, Franklin Ray McCarty
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Publication number: 20070267832Abstract: A universal cleaning cart includes a wheeled platform, which platform supports a trash receptacle, snap-in units for holding brooms, mops, etc., receptacles for holding supplies, an area for supporting a vacuum cleaner and a support shelf for housing a wheeled bucket and wringer system. The bucket and wringer system are easily removable from the support shelf without lifting.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2007Publication date: November 22, 2007Inventor: Evgueni Denissov
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Patent number: 7293785Abstract: A demountable, modular roll container comprises a plastics base (1) with wheels (13) (or castors) attached and two, three or four side plastics panels (2, 3) which lock into the base (1) with adjacent panels (2, 3) locking into each other. One or more shelves (18) lock into and stabilize the side panels. The whole assembly makes a modular two, three or four-sided container on wheels, with one, two or more compartments.Type: GrantFiled: March 9, 2004Date of Patent: November 13, 2007Assignee: The Rollet Company LimitedInventors: Stephen Frederick Bush, James Alexander Myers