Abstract: A tote cart, having: a base; a plurality of wheels positioned underneath the base; a pair of upwardly extending supports mounted to the base; and a plurality of cantilevered shelves, wherein each cantilevered shelf is configured to be mounted onto the pair of upwardly extending supports. The cantilevered shelves are removable and re-positionable to different heights on the upwardly extending supports and have a perimeter member spanning around the front and sides of the shelf, and a moveable shelf that can be moved from a first position parallel to the perimeter member to second position at a dropped down angle to the perimeter member.

Abstract: A stationary platform for supporting a supply transport device is provided. The stationary platform includes a frame having at least two longitudinal sides, a first end and a second opposing end, and a top surface and a bottom surface, and a plurality of legs extending from the bottom surface of the frame to support the supply transport device on the frame. The supply transport device is slidably received on the top surface of the frame. A wheel base assembly having a cleaning device for contacting a bottom surface of the supply transport device, to remove dirt and debris from or to disinfect the supply transport device, is also provided.

Abstract: A bidirectional trolley (1) comprising a drawbar (Abstract2), two pivoting front wheels (6, 6?) a push handle (3), a loading and unloading plan (4) for a box (5) for moving items. The bidirectional trolley comprises a rotary system (10), placed in the rear portion of the trolley (1), and comprising two non-pivoting wheels (8?, 8?) placed on the same horizontal axis, a pivoting wheel (8) placed at 45° with respect to the other two non-pivoting wheels (8?, 8?) and a hook (12), configured for assuming a resting position in which it is completely retracted under the plan (4) between the two non-pivoting wheels (8? and 8?), in order to permit to an operator to approach the most to the box (5) for moving items, for an easy unloading and loading of the box (5) itself.

Abstract: This invention is a multiple purpose storage bin. Its purpose is to consolidate everyday cleaning tools and other items that are used daily, such as a broom, mop, sponge mop, standard size trashcan, trash bags, reusable bags and other items at the end users preference. The bottom trashcan bin offers two sizes, small and large. The desired material it's made from but not limited too is plastic and or corrugated board laminated giving the end-user the ability to self assemble based upon their storage preference they can interchange the holding sides, style and design patterns of the bin, by exchanging the opening that holds the broom, mop or floor duster.

Abstract: Provided is a panel storage container that can suppress flexure of the middle portions of the panels. A panel storage container has: a container body for storing panels; and a panel support means for supporting the panels. The panel support means has: a panel support portion for supporting right and left edges of the panels; a central support portion for supporting each middle portion of the panels; and elastic bodies for contacting the panels, the elastic bodies being provided along a front and rear direction of the central support portion at a predetermined interval.

Abstract: A rack for holding flat panels containing PCM while the flat panels are conditioned and a method of conditioning the flat panels. The rack includes a frame structure defining an interior through which a conditioning air flow is directed. The interior includes a plurality of vertically spaced shelves for supporting the flat panels in a vertically spaced apart arrangement. The shelves are configured to hold the flat panels with at least a majority of their upper and lower surfaces in contact with the conditioning air flow. A conditioning method includes arranging the flat panels in a spaced apart array in the rack to create air flow channels between adjacent surfaces of the flat panels. Air is circulated between and in contact with the flat panels at a first temperature sufficient to bring the temperature of the PCM in each flat panel at least closer to a required temperature range.

Abstract: A movable vehicle capable of carrying stackable chairs comprises a base frame, a roller connected to the base frame for carrying the base frame, and a supporting frame disposed in the base frame. The supporting frame has a V-shape support with an upward opening. Advantages include adjustability of the supporting frame for placing and moving the stackable chair, and the V-shape of the supporting frame can either be an upward convex column, or an upward board, so as to carry different stackable chairs.

Abstract: Methods and systems are presented to transport and store personal cargo in a secure seasonal portable closet or similar large portable locker configured to roll through a standard domestic doorway. Such lockers may be configured with several posts, wheels supporting one or more frames, and a sleeve assembly or other security covering supported by the posts.

Abstract: A method of controlling a vibration reduction member of a patient side cart for a teleoperated surgical system includes detecting an occurrence of a first event corresponding to preparation of the patient side cart for a surgical procedure, and issuing a command signal to an actuation device to deploy the vibration reduction member to contact a ground surface upon which the patient side cart is located.

Abstract: A resetting cart with a number of product support assemblies is provided. The product support assemblies are movably coupled to a cart assembly and structured to move between a number of vertical positions. Thus, a number of reset assembly shelf assemblies are disposed at a selected elevation that generally corresponds to a product support assembly (e.g., a shelf) elevation.

Abstract: A patient side cart for a teleoperated surgical system may include a base, a column connected to the base, a boom connected to the column, a manipulator arm connected to the boom, and a vibration reduction member. The manipulator arm may be configured to support a surgical instrument. The vibration reduction member may be configured to be moved between deployed and retracted positions relative to the base. The vibration reduction member may engage a ground surface in the deployed position and not be in contact with the ground surface in the retracted position. Various exemplary embodiments also relate to carts including a vibration reduction member and methods of controlling a vibration reduction member.

Abstract: The platform truck apparatus is provided with: a narrow platform truck for transporting a car body; a left sub-platform truck, which is attached along the left side of the narrow platform truck and is pulled by the narrow platform truck; a left parts shelf carried on the left sub-platform truck; a right sub-platform truck, which is attached along the right side of the narrow platform truck and is pulled by the narrow platform truck; and a right parts shelf carried on the right sub-platform truck. Because the left sub-platform truck is moved backward relative to the narrow platform truck when a car body is loaded onto the narrow platform truck, the left parts shelf does not interfere with the loading of the car body.

Abstract: The present invention provides disposable mobile storage units and supply carts, their methods of assembly and use. More particularly, the invention relates to carts that are lightweight, reusable, collapsible, recyclable, and suitable for use in a wide variety of industries.

Abstract: A device designed for the removal, storage, and installation of convertible hardtops from sport utility vehicles. The device is floor level and mounted on casters for portability. The device utilizes a platform and ratcheted gear apparatus to assist provide leverage and assist a single operator to remove or install a convertible hardtop form an SUV. The device also utilizes a tilting assembly to allow the operator to reduce the footprint of the device with the hardtop loaded, making it simpler to maneuver and store.

Abstract: A method and a system for transferring a person and the person's carry-on items from a site upstream of a security check point to a site downstream of the security check point comprises loading the person's carry-on items onto a trolley at the upstream site, separating the person from the trolley at the upstream site, and subsequently x-raying the trolley at the security check point while the carry-on items remain loaded onto the trolley, and while a security check of the person is performed. Subsequently, the person and the trolley are united, while the carry-on items remain loaded onto the trolley. The trolley may be made from non-metallic material, such as plastics composite materials, and may optionally comprise a display monitor for displaying user-specific information. The invention is particularly useful for promoting security checks at airports.

Abstract: A convertible dolly cart system which may convert between a traditional floor dolly and a sheet goods cart in a quick and efficient manner. The convertible dolly cart system generally includes a flat, rectangular cart having a central opening and a panel support insert which is removably positioned within the central opening of the cart for use in transporting large sheets of material such as sheetrock or wall panels. The panel support insert includes a base on which the sheets of material may be placed and an upper support assembly against which the sheets of material may be rested. Thus, the present invention is easily convertible between a dolly cart and a sheet goods cart.

Abstract: Storage and transport of a gondola-type shelving with safety achieved by providing a wheeled cart system having shelves limiting the height of any stack of the gondola-type shelves and both vertical and horizontal guard rails which may be readily affixed or removed from the cart as necessary to enable loading and unloading of the cart and safe storage and transport of items in the cart.

Abstract: A mobile personsize display system and method of use; in general, a platform, a support frame, a module display frame, an LED panel display formed of a plurality of LED display modules having a plurality of pixels, four or more casters, a battery powered supply, a media player (electrically communicating with the plurality of display modules for controlling the display of an image(s) on the LED panel display, and a removable content storage device and; thus, functions as a rugged person size mobile, light weight, battery powered display to inform customers and passers-by about product and service offerings via a rugged person size mobile light weight battery powered display.

Abstract: A device for accommodating objects, in particular for use in an airplane, comprises at least one panel. The panel has at least one outer edge which is provided with a rim in order to form a shock-absorbing edge. The rim comprises plastic that is integrally molded onto the outer edge of the panel. The device can be an airplane trolley, folding trolley, container or galley.

Abstract: Disclosed is a drywall sheet and large panel dolly. The device comprises a lower portion having two sets of lockable caster wheels pivotably attached thereto, and an upper portion adapted to support large drywall panels, plywood sheets, lumber, and other supplies thereon. The upper and lower portions form a frame having a low center of gravity to support oversized sheets without tipping. The upper portion includes an upstanding rail, a panel rest support with upstanding ledges to lock drywall panels in place, a handhold cutout for grasping the lower edge of panels, and an outer platform for supporting lumber and other items. The lower portion is a rectangular frame that is telescopically connected to the upper portion, wherein the upper portion is height adjustable with respect thereto. The lower portion provides members suitable for standing thereon and for positioning an optional drawer or tray thereto for loose supply storage.

Abstract: A dolly assembly including a plurality of hollow interior guide members and one or more rail members, cooperatively structured, configured and dimensioned to be selectively disposed in an operative, weight supporting orientation or a self-contained orientation of reduced dimension and configuration, which facilitates storage. The operative orientation comprises the one or more rail member removably interconnecting the two guide members in spaced relation to one another, wherein a plurality of castors are removably connected to and disposed in movable supporting relation with the interconnected guide and rail members, when in the operative orientation. The self-contained orientation comprises the guide members detached from the operative orientation and the guide members removably connected in confronting, predetermined facing relation to one another, such that the rail members and castors are enclosed within one or both of the hollow interiors of the confronting guide members.

Abstract: Three different families of mobile utility cart accessories may be quickly and easily attached to a mobile utility cart of the present invention using the inexpensive, but flexible modular accessory attachment system of the present invention. This is accomplished by releasably slidably attaching the accessories to vertical rails mounted adjacent corner edges of the utility cart. The rails share fundamentally the same cross-section, and are continuous and uninterrupted, so that the accessories may be positioned at any vertical location on the rails, and consequently, on the utility cart. No complicated rail clamps are necessary. Instead, just two types of fastener subassemblies are needed to attach the accessories to slots in the rails. These accessories may include, for example, a tool holster of the present invention capable of snugly retaining up to three power tools on the cart.

Abstract: Storage and transport of a gondola-type shelving with safety achieved by providing a wheeled cart system having shelves limiting the height of any stack of the gondola-type shelves and both vertical and horizontal guard rails which may be readily affixed or removed from the cart as necessary to enable loading and unloading of the cart and safe storage and transport of items in the cart.

Abstract: A multifunctional enclosure for medical probes and particularly an elongated probe member such as endoscope probe is described. The multifunctional enclosure provides an elongated sleeve that is configured to extend over a medical probe for the purpose of protecting the probe during transport and/or sterilization. An elongated sleeve may also provide a reservoir for pre-treating the medical probe with fluids or gels and may also provide a reservoir for quickly treating a medical probe with disinfectant or cleaning solution following a procedure. A multifunctional enclosure may comprise an handle housing that is configured to enclose at least a portion of a medical probe handle. An elongated sleeve may be detachable from a handle housing portion of a multifunctional enclosure and a liner may installed inside of the elongated sleeve.

Abstract: Briefly, the invention involves a transportable storage box, e.g. job box, for heavy duty applications. The job box provides an indoor or outdoor storage enclosure for homeowners and professionals to keep tools, sports equipment or other items clean and dry. The job box is constructed for stackable cooperation with like constructed job boxes. The job box includes rigid metal handles at each end for increased weight capacity and is sized to fit between the wheel wells in the bed of a pickup truck.

Abstract: Apparatus (10) comprises a base (12), a plurality of posts (14) attached to the base (12), and a platform (16) defining a surface (18) for supporting at least one mail tray. The platform (16) is coupled to the four posts (14) and is moveable therealong between a first position (20) and a second position (22) (shown in phantom lines) below the first position (20) when a first object (e.g. a full tray) is supported on the surface (18) of the platform (16). As other full trays are stacked on the apparatus (10), the platform (16) is displaced further from the first position (20) until eventually it reaches the base (12). When the full trays are unloaded from the apparatus (10), the platform (16) rises upwards, returning to the first position (20) when none remain on the surface (18). As the platform (16) rises, a space (32) between the platform (16) and the base (12) opens up and is a convenient place to store empty trays.

Abstract: Changeover parts are mountable on a modular changeover parts cart characterized by a cart frame having a plurality of rigidly interconnected beams supportable on wheels, and a suspension frame having a plurality of rigidly interconnected vertical struts and beams supportable on the cart frame. A first one of a plurality of mounting components is removably coupleable with the cart frame or the suspension frame for supporting one of a star wheel, a guide, or a timing screw. The first one of the plurality of mounting components is simultaneously orthogonally coupleable with the plurality of beams. The first one of the plurality of mounting components is replaceable by or combinable with a second one of the plurality of mounting components for supporting another of a star wheel, a guide, or a timing screw.

Abstract: A blade cart for a wind turbine blade for use during the manufacturing of such a blade is described. The cart presents an adjustable and adaptable support for the tip end of a blade after the blade is removed from the mould. The cart is rotatable, and comprises selectively actuatable and/or removable support surfaces to provided easy access to the surfaces of the moulded blade for the performance of post-moulding operations, e.g. blade surface grinding, coating, etc.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a foldable table mechanism that is convenient to transport. The foldable table mechanism includes table tops and a foldable mechanism. The foldable mechanism includes at least one shelve unit and a plurality of support legs. The support legs include a plurality of movable units. The movable units are pivotably connected. The shelve unit is disposed between the table tops. The shelve unit is movably connected to the movable units. The support legs support and secure the table tops at an open position and are stored between the table tops at a folded position. the present invention is simple in structure, foldable and flexible to use, convenient to carry and transport, thus suitable to use in small space, such as in household setting, small food service areas, and also suitable to use for outdoor activities because it is easy to transport.

Abstract: Assemblies and methods for the handling, transporting and/or positioning component parts include a jig assembly for supporting a component part is provided with an elongate spar assembly, a plurality of rib assemblies attached to the spar, and a plurality of tensionable strap assemblies operatively associated with the rib assemblies for capturing and holding the component part against the rib assemblies. The strap assemblies may include a strap ratchet mechanism and a strap, so that operation of the strap ratchet mechanism allows strap slack to be removed thereby tensioning the strap. The jig assembly may be positioned and oriented by suspension cables and a hoist mechanism to allow it to be removably connected to a moveable transport dolly.

Abstract: A trolley is provided for storing and transporting components. The trolley has a frame and a cover that can open or close. The frame has a base, rollers mounted on the bottom of the base, vertical supports extending from the top of the base, and one or more pairs of rails mounted in between adjacent vertical supports, each pair of rails being adapted to receive and support said components. The cover has a first side support that is hingeably mounted to the frame, a second side support, and cross members substantially parallel to one another and horizontally spaced apart, mounted between the first side support and the second side support. When the cover is open, components may be loaded by sliding them along a pair of rails or by lowering the components between a pair of rails. When the cover closed, loaded components are constrained from movement.

Abstract: A cart includes a first frame and a second frame supported for vertical movement relative to the first frame between at least one raised position and at least one lowered position. The second frame is adapted to support at least one tray wherein the tray can be moved by the second frame between at least two elevations to facilitate access to or transfer of the tray from the second frame.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the present disclosure provides a portable medical instrument system. The system includes a frame for supporting system process and user interface components. One or more support rails are interconnected with the frame to provide an accessories support system to securely receive medical accessory components. In at least one embodiment, the support rails have a configuration substantially matching a bedrail of a hospital bed. In another aspect, the support rails have a height to width ratio of about 2 to 1. In still a further aspect, the support rails have a height to width ration of 1 to 0.375. According to yet another aspect, at least one of the support rails may be molded from portions of the portable medical system itself.

Abstract: Briefly, the invention involves a transportable storage box, e.g. job box, for heavy duty applications. The job box provides an indoor or outdoor storage enclosure for homeowners and professionals to keep tools, sports equipment or other items clean and dry. The job box is constructed for stackable cooperation with like constructed job boxes. The job box includes rigid metal handles at each end for increased weight capacity and is sized to fit between the wheel wells in the bed of a pickup truck.

Abstract: A pole carrying device and method of using the pole carrying device is disclosed, wherein the pole carrying device is designed to carry and maneuver poles or pipes in a safe and easily controlled manner. In one example, the pole carrying device comprises a main beam that is supported by a wheel assembly, wherein the wheel assembly comprises two wheels. Further, two cradles are mounted atop the main beam (e.g., one at each end) for holding the poles or pipes. The method of using the pole carrying device includes, but is not limited to, the steps of providing the pole carrying device in an at rest position, placing the poles or pipes atop the pole carrying device, and rolling the pole carrying device along the ground and thereby transporting the poles or pipes.

Abstract: A rolling storage cart for movement and storage of multiple parts of an artificial Christmas tree is disclosed. The cart has a wheeled base supporting an upright section having a plurality of holding means, such as arms with forks or clamps, thereon to which dismantled parts or sections of the artificial Christmas tree are engageable for movement to an out of season storage location. The cart can easily be moved and positioned next to the tree during dismantling thereof and for reuse or rebuilding of the tree the following season without causing undue physical burden on the user when the tree is made, for example of metal, has a height of six feet or more, and for has significant weight.

Abstract: A retail cart for use in storing and stocking merchandise and, more particularly, to a mobile polymeric retail cart which is easily assembled and disassembled without the need for tools having opposing forces in its construction lending rigidity to the overall structure and a plurality of slideably received shelving units.

Abstract: A cabinet having a deep shelf with limited access is described and includes at least two opposite sides carrying track means to permit easy adjustment of the shelf between two or more levels by a single person maneuvering only the one accessible end of the shelf. The cabinet can be mounted on wheels to form a cart. One or more such adjustable shelves can be provided. The shelves may be positioned just above the bottom of the cart to provide a maximum depth cart for use, in intermediate positions for use with smaller objects and/or at the very top and/or side of the cart and locked in position to provide a secured interior for the cabinet.

Abstract: An apron rack system includes a support frame, and at least two paired support arms attached to the support frame. The apron rack system includes at least one set of paired rungs projecting toward each other, attached to the at least two paired support arms, and providing an open space between the paired rungs through which a garment is hung from each of the paired rungs.

Abstract: A computer cart has removable electrical connector management system which may be removed from the computer cart to install electrical connectors and then reinserted into the computer cart to facilitate wiring of the cart. A numbering system is implemented to uniquely identify corresponding electrical and physical characteristics of the cart to facilitate maintenance of computers stored within the cart.

Abstract: A retail cart for use in storing and stocking merchandise and, more particularly, to a mobile polymeric retail cart which is easily assembled and disassembled without the need for tools having opposing forces in its construction lending rigidity to the overall structure and a plurality of slideably received shelving units.

Abstract: A transport carriage for transport for transport of a patient support and/or an operating table column of an operating table includes a chassis which is connectable with the patient support and/or with the operating table column. The chassis includes a first longitudinal beam and a second longitudinal beam arranged at a distance thereto. The first and second longitudinal beams form a fork-shaped opening. At least one castor which is pivotable about a swiveling axis is arranged at each longitudinal beam forming the fork-shaped opening. The transport carriage includes at least one delimiting unit for delimiting the swiveling movement of at least one of the castors about its swiveling axis. This delimitation can be automatically revoked upon lifting the base of the operating table.

Abstract: A transport carriage for transport of a patient support and/or an operating table column of an operating table includes a chassis which is connectable with the patient support and/or with the operating table column of the operating table. The chassis includes a first longitudinal beam and a second longitudinal beam arranged at a distance thereto. The first and second longitudinal beams form a fork-shaped opening. At least one castor which is pivotable about a swiveling axis is arranged at the longitudinal beams. The transport carriage includes at least one delimiting unit for delimiting the swiveling movement of at least one of the castors about its swiveling axis. The delimiting unit in a disabled first operational state does not delimit the swiveling movement of the at least one castor. In an enabled second operational state, the delimiting unit does delimit the swiveling movement of the castor.

Abstract: A transport cart for conveying an inverter stack to a switchboard in which the inverter stack is to be installed and for installing the inverter stack into the switchboard, includes a support surface having a same height level as inverter stack mounting surfaces in the switchboard and supporting the inverter stack in a mounted condition; and a projecting portion disposed to protrude outward from the support surface and for entering an entrance portion formed between the mounting surfaces to carry out positioning in a horizontal direction.

Abstract: The present invention the present invention relates to methods and systems for performing security screening using trays and a cart to facilitate the management and flow of those trays.

Abstract: A furniture display rack aims to hold at least one set of outdoor furniture which includes a table, at least one chair and a parasol. The furniture display rack comprises a first rack, a second rack connected to one end of the first rack and a support rack. The first rack includes a first retaining bar and a first holding space between two ends of the first retaining bar to hold the table. The first retaining bar has an insertion portion insertable by the parasol and two first retaining portions at two ends thereof leaned by the table. The second rack includes a pair of base beams respectively connected to one end of a support post and a second holding space between the two base beams to hold the chair. The furniture display rack thus formed can hold and display the furniture in smaller display space.

Abstract: A cabinet structure for an infusion system includes a platform, on which the system is mounted, and a shell surrounding an interior space, which contains at least a portion of the system. The shell preferably includes an opening that is sized and oriented to allow a lowering of a radioisotope generator, for the system, into the interior space, and a lifting of the generator out from the interior space. The shell may further include another opening, located at a higher elevation than the aforementioned opening, in order to provide access to a waste bottle of the infusion system.

Abstract: A utility cart includes an auxiliary swivel caster wheel assembly, a locking mechanism, and a trigger mechanism for causing the locking mechanism to releasably lock the auxiliary swivel caster wheel assembly. The auxiliary swivel caster wheel assembly is unlocked to enable the auxiliary swivel caster wheel to rotate about a vertical axis for improved maneuverability in small areas, and is locked to hold the auxiliary swivel caster wheel in a predetermined position for improved steering as the cart is moved from one location to another. The trigger mechanism is disposed on a steering handle to enable dynamic actuation of the locking mechanism while the cart is in motion.

Abstract: A reinforced composite material utility cart comprising a body including two side portions interconnecting an upper portion and a bottom portion adapted to secure ground contacting members thereto is provided, at least one of the portions including composite material and a reinforcement therein adapted to distribute a concentrated stress applied on the body to the composite material to prevent or reduce damages to the composite material. A method of manufacturing a reinforced composite panel adapted to be used in the construction of a utility cart adapted to be stowed in a bay of a galley of an airplane and locked in place with a lock disposed next to the bay in a position suitable to retain the utility cart in the bay by interfering with a reinforced edge of the utility cart is also provided.

Abstract: A maintenance and retrieval cart is provided for use with a push back storage rack having a plurality of nested trays riding on a pair of inclined rails. The maintenance and retrieval cart comprises a base with a safety rail secured thereto. The base is supported on an undercarriage which facilitates movement along the inclined rails. A drive mechanism is operatively connected to move the cart along the inclined rails.