Abstract: Some fluid coupling devices described herein are configured for use in fluid systems. For example, some embodiments described in this document are single-use, aseptic fluid coupling devices that can be coupled to create a sterile flow path therethrough. Some such aseptic couplings are genderless couplings such that two identical aseptic couplings can be coupled together and then latched to form a robust connection between the aseptic couplings.

Abstract: A storage container securing system, in one embodiment, may include a base for receiving at least a portion of a storage container, such as a cooler, and a shelf adjustably positioned within the base to adjust the location of the storage container. In another embodiment, a storage container securing system is described having slidable inserts configured to matingly engage a slot in a storage container. In another embodiment, a storage container securing system is described having a receiving slot configured to receive a protrusion of a storage container.

Abstract: A latch mechanism includes a handle connected to a pin by a linkage. The linkage converts rotation of the handle relative to a frame into axial movement of the pin between extended and retracted positions relative to the frame. The pin engages with a pre-load adjustment mechanism in the extended position to apply a pre-load through the linkage that biases the pin toward the extended position. The pre-load adjustment mechanism is adjustable to set the pre-load through the linkage to a predetermined value as selected by a user.

Abstract: A service door for a cowl for an outboard marine propulsion device that includes a door panel that is positionable in an open position and in a closed position. A first hinge rotatably couples the door panel to the cowl. A biasing device operates in conjunction with the first hinge and biases the door panel towards the open position. A second hinge rotatably couples the door panel to the cowl and at least one of the first hinge and the second hinge provides only one shear of rotation between the door panel and the cowl. A damper operates in conjunction with the second hinge and resists rotation of the door panel towards the open position. The inside of the cowl is accessible when the door panel is in the open position and inaccessible when the door panel is in the closed position.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a thermal box comprising a body; the body comprises a box body, a box cover and locking devices provided on a front side and a rear side of the body respectively; the snap fastening seat is fixed on the box body; two extended lugs are provided on the box cover; the snap fastening seat is provided with a pivot seat between the two extended lugs; two mounting lugs are provided on a top side of the snap fastening member; the two extended lugs are positioned between the two mounting lugs and interconnected thereto via a rotating shaft to rotate inwards and outwards; a fastening structure which fastens by pressing inwards and unfastens by pulling outwards is provided on the inner side of the snap fastening member and the snap fastening seat.

Abstract: The invention relates to a child safety latch for limiting movement of moveable elements, comprising a prong assembly secured to one element, and an anchor assembly secured to the other element for capturing the terminal end of said prong, said anchor assembly including a receiver to receive and capture said terminal end to stop movement relative movement of the elements by automatic engagement of the receiver of the anchor assembly with the terminal end, the prong assembly being movable by a user between a first position in which the terminal end is captured by the receiver preventing movement of one element with respect to the other element and a second position in which the terminal end is released from the receiver permitting relative movement of the respective elements.

Abstract: An engine cover readily movable between a closed, engine-concealing position and an open, engine-accessing position is disclosed. The cover includes a front and a back. The back of the cover is movably attached to the engine. The front of the cover includes a latch handle assembly that releasably attaches the cover to the engine. In its closed position, the engine cover not only conceals at least a portion of the engine thereby improving the aesthetic appeal of the engine compartment, but also helps to reduce engine noise, thus reducing overall vehicle NVH. The cover back may be attached anywhere on the upper area of the engine. The latch assembly includes a releasable latch handle that is pivotably attached to the engine cover. The releasable latch handle has a latch handle hook. An engine latch hook is provided on the engine to which the latch handle hook can be selectively attached.

Abstract: A door bolt structure of an electronic device includes a door frame, a door panel, and a resilient metallic wire. The door panel is movably disposed at the door frame and provides a hermetic seal to the door frame. The two ends of the resilient metallic wire are connected to the door panel. The resilient metallic wire bends to form hook portions which protrude from the edge of the door panel. When the door panel provides a hermetic seal for the door frame, the hook portions are engaged with an inner edge of the door frame. When pulled, the resilient metallic wire drives the hook portions to separate from the door frame, thereby allowing the door panel to move relative to the door frame.

Abstract: Embodiments relate to a multi-purpose insulated container. The container is comprised of a plurality of walls forming an enclosure. A lid is in communication with the body and is operable so as to enclose the container. A first wall is oppositely disposed from a second wall and the height of the first wall is greater than the height of the second wall. A base is provided and a third wall extends from the base to the second wall; the third wall having a gradient with respect to the base due to the height differential between the first wall and the second wall. A first wheel is positioned adjacent to the first side wall and a second wheel is positioned adjacent to the second side wall; the two wheels sharing an axis of rotation.

Abstract: An assembly is for aligning and stabilizing first and second cowl portions on a marine engine. The assembly comprises an engagement member configured to be fixed to the first cowl portion and a retainer apparatus configured to be fixed to the second cowl portion. The retainer apparatus is configured to receive the engagement member when one of the first cowl portion and second cowl portion is moved towards the other of the first cowl portion and the second cowl portion. The retainer apparatus comprises a retainer body and opposing guide members that are pivotable with respect to the retainer body. As the retainer apparatus receives the engagement member, the engagement member engages and causes the guide members to pivot with respect to the retainer body such that the engagement member becomes sandwiched between the guide members, thus aligning and stabilizing the first and second cowl portions.

Abstract: A luminaire for installing in a grid ceiling includes at least one catch which is arranged in such a way on the luminaire and designed such that the at least one catch snaps into place automatically behind a portion of an element of the grid ceiling and thus engages behind the portion of the element of the grid ceiling in order to hold the luminaire on the grid ceiling. In addition, an assembly for a grid ceiling includes at least one ceiling profile element and at least one such luminaire.

Abstract: An anti-off structure of a tool box is provided. The tool box includes a first cover and a second cover pivoted with and correspondingly coverable on each other on a side thereof. The first cover has a pivoting base, and the second cover has a clasping base. The anti-off structure includes an engaging member and a positioning member. The engaging member includes an engaging portion, and an end thereof is pivoted to the pivoting base via a pivoting connection mechanism; therefore, the engaging portion is buckleable with the clasping base when the first and second covers cover on each other. The positioning member is connected with the pivoting connection mechanism and the pivoting base to positionably restrict the pivoting connection mechanism.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an animal enclosure including a plurality of members defining an interior of the enclosure. One of the plurality of members includes a first member having a frame structure and door assembly formed by a plurality of interconnected horizontal and vertical wires. At least two of the horizontal wires of the frame structure form a hook positioned inside the defined opening. The door assembly is coupled to the frame and moves between an open and close positions. The door assembly includes a first door and a second door removably coupled to one another. The enclosure also includes a latch assembly for releasing the door assembly from the frame structure. In the close position, at least one horizontal wire of the first door and at least one horizontal wire of the second door are coupled to the hooks formed by the at least two horizontal wires of the frame structure.

Abstract: A catch for securing a door to an object includes an engagement member connected to the door engaging a receiving member of a mount on the object. The door includes a first arm with an oblong hole for pivoting about a pin connected to the mount, and an engagement pin. Moving the door from a closed position causes the engagement pin to rotate with the door about the pivot pin. The door slides downward along the pivot pin as the pivot pin travels within the oblong opening, and the engagement pin makes contact with the receiving member, thereby retaining the door in an open position. Moving the door upward moves the pivot pin downward within the oblong opening disengaging the engagement pin from the receiving member, allowing the door to rotate to a closed position. A latch opposite the first arm retains the door in a closed position.

Abstract: The present disclosure includes a binding apparatus for use on a splitboard. The binding apparatus may be used to change the splitboard between a snowboard for riding downhill in a ride mode and touring skis for climbing up a hill in a tour mode. The binding apparatus can include at least one board joining device. The binding apparatus can also include a binding interface configured to receive a boot and selectively attach to a ride mode interface in a snowboard configuration and to a tour mode interface in a ski configuration.

Abstract: A lock for carrying cases comprises at least one block hinged at a first end to a first half-shell. The block is rotatable about a pivoting axis from a closed configuration, in which at least one tab that protrudes on the opposite side with respect to the pivoting axis engages elastically and detachably a perimetric ridge that protrudes from a second half-shell, to couple the first half-shell to the second half-shell, to an opening configuration, in which the tab is disengaged from the ridge, and vice versa. The lock comprises a lever, which is hinged to the block at a first end portion thereof and can be gripped at a second end portion thereof, which is opposite to the first one, for the rotation of the block and the disengagement of the tab from the ridge.

Abstract: The present invention provides a coolant reservoir tank for a fuel cell vehicle, in which the coolant reservoir tank is positioned at a bottom of the vehicle such that coolant in a coolant line is collected in the reservoir tank by gravity during shutdown of a fuel cell system and the coolant in the reservoir tank is supplied to the coolant line by a vacuum pump during startup of the fuel cell system. For this purpose, the present invention provides a coolant reservoir tank including: a coolant reservoir tank for a fuel cell vehicle, the coolant reservoir tank comprising: a reservoir housing having a predetermined volume of space; a cover for covering the top of the reservoir housing; and a plurality of ports detachably provided on at least one portion of the cover, wherein the reservoir housing and the cover are connected by a hinge type fastening member.

Abstract: An assembly for covering an opening formed in a pressurized tank of an agricultural vehicle includes a cover having a first compression surface and a second compression surface. A hinge assembly is included that has a hinge arm rotatably coupled to the tank intermediate its ends. The hinge assembly further includes a hinge link rotatably coupled to the hinge arm at one end and rotatably coupled to the first compression surface at the other. A latch assembly is provided that has a latch arm rotatably coupled to the tank intermediate its ends. The latch assembly further includes a latch link rotatably coupled to the latch arm at one end and releasably engaging the second compression surface at the other. Accordingly, rotating the hinge and latch arms results in a first and second pressure engaging the cover along the first and second compression surfaces to secure the cover to the tank.

Abstract: An over-center latch assembly has a base for attaching the over-center latch assembly to a first part of a unit. The first part of the unit is moveable to a second part of the unit. A handle is rotatably coupled to the base by a hinge. A pivot is coupled to the handle such that the pivot traverses about the hinge. The pivot is configured to receive a hasp. A stop surface is coupled to the base whereby rotation of the handle about the hinge is limited by the stop surface. A hinge bearing is coupled to the hinge. The hinge bearing enables an increased quantity of latch/unlatch cycles of the over-center latch assembly before failure of the over-center latch assembly.

Abstract: A draw latch with a safely catch for fastening two members, where the latch comprises a base attached to one of the two members, a lever pivotally connected to the base for movement between closed and open positions, a draw bar pivotally connected at one end with the lever providing toggle action upon the latch lever closing and another end of the draw bar is for engagement with a draw plate attached to the other of the two members. The safety catch comprises a safety catch bolt with thumb knob, with the colt biased into a locked position by a compression spring to prevent the latch from opening. The safety catch can be placed into an open position by pushing the knob, so the safety catch bolt will disengage from a sidewall of the lever, allowing the lever to be lifted to open the latch.

Abstract: A battery cover latch mechanism is provided including a cover member having a pivoting assembly formed thereon, and a housing member. The housing member defines a mounting section. The pivoting assembly is configured to be either pivotably mounted within the mounting section when the cover member is rotated relative to the housing member at an angle less than 90 degrees, or detached from the mounting section when the cover member is rotated relative to the housing member at an angle equal to 90 degrees.

Abstract: A shock-resistant and environmentally sealed container comprising a first section and a second section. A latching system for the container comprises a deflectable pin coupled to the first section of the container with a latch coupled to the second section. The latch includes a deflectable pin engaging member. When the deflectable pin engaging member is engaged with the deflectable pin, the deflectable pin absorbs relative movement between the first section and the second section of the container. Another embodiment of the container employs a latch containing a deflectable member. The latch is pivotally coupled to a latch pin that is mounted to either the first section or the second section of the container. The deflectable member is positioned between the latch pin and the latch, and the deflectable member is configured to absorb relative movement between the first section and the second section.

Abstract: A tool box includes a first casing, a second casing, and a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism includes a locking unit, and a snapping unit. The locking unit includes a locking block. The snapping unit includes a seat, a pivot member, a snapping member, and two torsion springs. Thus, the locking mechanism is operated to open the tool box automatically, so that a user can open the tool box easily and conveniently, thereby facilitating the user operating the locking mechanism to open the tool box.

Abstract: A spring loaded over-center draw latch is provided having a latch bail that exerts an upward force on the mating parts when the latch is closed. The latch includes self-alignment feature attached to the latch body, which prevents misalignment of the mating parts when the latch is closed.

Abstract: An outboard motor has a cowl having a top cowl and a bottom cowl that are detachably connected using a clamp apparatus. The clamp apparatus has a clamp engaging member on the top cowl, a clamp fixing member on the bottom cowl, and a clamp for connecting the top and bottom cowls. The clamp has an engaging section for engaging the clamp engaging member, a fixing section fixed on the bottom cowl by the clamp fixing member, a mounting pivot formed on the fixing section, and a supporting pivot linked to the mounting pivot. A line is defined between the engaging section and the mounting pivot. In an open clamp state, the supporting pivot is positioned away from the cowl beyond the line. In a closed clamp state, the supporting pivot is positioned adjacent to the cowl within the line. A biasing spring biases the clamp main body toward the cowl at least in the open clamp state.

Abstract: An interface mechanism is provided that removably unites a carbon dioxide absorption canister with a patient breathing circuit on a ventilator. The interface mechanism includes a cradle that is moveably positioned between a first position and a second position, wherein in the first position, the canister is coupled to the cradle and the cradle is positioned such that the canister is in fluid communication with the breathing circuit. In the second position, the canister is removable from the cradle and the cradle extends at an angle from the patient breathing circuit. The interface mechanism advantageously provides visual indication when the canister is removed and the breathing circuit is operating as a closed loop system, without CO2 filtration. The mechanism also facilitates efficient and accurate fluid connection between the carbon dioxide absorption canister and the breathing circuit.

Abstract: A latching mechanism for a carrying case includes a latch body pivotally attached to a top cover of the case, a trigger pivotally attached to the latch body, and an actuator that pivots about the same axis as the trigger. The trigger is pivotable between a latching position for keeping the latch body closed, and a release position to allow the case to be opened. The actuator is pivotable toward and away from a nominal actuator position in which a panel of the actuator assumes a predetermined alignment with the latch body. A torsion spring biases the trigger toward the latching position, and through trigger/actuator contact biases the actuator into the nominal position. The trigger can move toward the release position while the actuator is held in the nominal position, to maintain the selected alignment for a more natural, intuitive latching mechanism closure.

Abstract: A latch system including a first portion and a second portion which are attached to corresponding pieces. The first portion is engageable with the second portion. A drive device is coupled to at least one of the first portion and the second portion for controllable operation of the device to engage and disengage the first portion and second portion. A controller is provided and coupled to the drive device for controllably operating the drive device to engage and disengage the latch. The first and second portion may be provided in the form of a hook and keeper configuration with one of the hook portion and keeper portion being driven by the drive device. A sensor may be provided on the latch assembly coupled to the controller for detecting at least one condition such as the latch being engaged or the latch being disengaged. Also disclosed is a method of latching using a first portion, second portion, drive device and controller for controllably latching and unlatching a latch assembly.

Abstract: A fastening device B comprises a support member secured to one body to be fastened, a base member secured to the other body to be fastened, an operating lever having a U-shaped configuration in section and a basal end of which is turnably connected to the base member through a first shaft, an arm one end part of which is turnably connected to the support member through a second shaft and the other end part of which is turnably connected to the basal end part of the operating lever through a third shaft, and a lock mechanism for locking the operating lever at an overlap position with respect to the base member. The lock mechanism includes a lock claw disposed at the base member, a lock pin laid between opposite side walls of the operating lever, and a pin biasing member received in the operating lever for biasing the lock pin toward the lock claw.

Abstract: A manual pull action clamp is disclosed. The manual pull action clamp includes a base and a handle including a first and second portion. The handle is pivotally connected to the base. The clamp further includes a pin arranged between the first and second portions of the handle. The clamp also has a bracket secured to the pin. The clamp also includes a spring arranged between the handle and the pin. The clamp is such that it is capable of one-handed operation and of holding various forces depending on the design of the clamp and the clamping environment.

Abstract: A latch includes a cup adapted for mounting to a first member, snap legs for securing the cup to a first member, and a lever supported by the cup. The lever pivots about a pivot axis that is linearly movable relative to the cup. The lever includes a crossbar that is capable of engaging a keeper that is fixed relative to a second member. The crossbar is confined by the cup to move in a substantially straight linear direction that is perpendicular to the direction of motion of the pivot axis of the lever relative to the cup as the lever is moved pivotally about its pivot axis. The first member moves in a straight linear motion toward its secured position as the lever is moved to its closed position while the crossbar is in engagement with the stationary keeper.

Abstract: A latch mechanism for releasably latching a first member to a second member. The latch mechanism includes a bracket adapted to be attached to the first member and bolt pivotally coupled to the bracket. A handle is pivotally coupled to the bracket and is operatively associated with the bolt such that the handle selectively pivots the bolt between a latched and unlatched position. A trigger is pivotally coupled to the handle and a locking member is pivotally coupled to the trigger. The locking member is adapted to releasably couple the trigger to the bracket to prevent pivotal movement of the handle and the bolt from the latched position. The trigger includes the tool receiving recess such that the latch mechanism may be moved between the latched and unlatched positions with the mechanical advantage provided by the tool.

Abstract: A retainer for an adjustment device for an over-center fastener for securing and clamping two parts (11, 12) together by applying a pulling force between the parts by a lever (14). The adjustment device includes an externally threaded member (17a) and an internally threaded member (19) rotatable relative to one another. The internally threaded member has a friction increasing insert (24) preventing unintentional relative rotation between the externally threaded member and the internally threaded member.

Abstract: An aircraft latch is disclosed for latching to the preexisting latch pin of an aircraft assembly. The latch includes a trigger safety to block the trigger from accidentally being opened. A link trunion adds rigidity to the system and cooperates with the trigger safety to provide an anti-vibrating feature. A detent on the latch cooperates with the installation housing in which the latch pin is mounted to hold the latch handle in place when the latch is fully opened to prevent the aircraft doors in which the latch is mounted from being closed inadvertently while the latch is still unlatched.

Abstract: A locking device includes a handle member, a rotatable member connected to the handle member, and a bolt member connected to the rotatable member so as to follow rotational movements of the handle between a locking position and an unlocking position of the locking device. The bolt member includes a latch bolt spring-loaded towards an extended locking position and operative to yield towards a less extended position when encountering a stationary part of a coaming when positioned in its locking position.

Abstract: A draw latch includes a base member and a keeper secured to two panel members, a lever having two side flaps rotatably attached to the base member and having an actuator extended from one end, a cam member and a bracket rotatably attached to the side flaps of the lever. The bracket includes an end panel for threading to a catch which has a hook for engaging with the keeper. The cam member includes two side plates extended from a bottom plate and each having a horizontal surface for engaging with the bracket, to allow the actuator to actuate onto the cam member and then to actuate onto the bracket in a direction perpendicular to the bracket via the horizontal surfaces of the cam member.

Abstract: A double throw latch for a carrying case has a first elongated body, a first end of the body being pivotally mounted with one part of a carrying case. There is also a second elongated body that is pivotally mounted on the first elongated body. There is a first hook element on the first elongated body, and the first hook element is located towards a second end of the first elongated body. The first hook element is for engagement with a mating first formation on a second part of the carrying case. There is also an engaging element for engagement with a portion on the first elongated body. The area adjacent to where the second elongated body pivots with the first elongated body provides an inter-engaging surface or element for engagement with an opposite face on the first part of the case. After the second elongated body is toggled a predetermined amount from the closed position, the second elongated body engages the formation of the first elongated body.

Abstract: An over-centre latch (8) comprising a base plate (10) defining a plane of attachment (P), a pivotally mounted lever (16), and a claw (24) pivotally mounted to the lever, in use the claw operably engaging a catch plate in order to close the latch, wherein a safety catch, comprising a catch member (42) pivotably moveable to an engaged position about an axis that is generally orthogonal to the plane of attachment when the latch is closed, operably prevents opening of the latch when the catch member is in the engaged position.

Abstract: A blowout latch is provided to latch a first panel to a second panel. The latch is coupled to the first panel and engaged with the second panel. The latch includes a biasing mechanism which is disengagable under pressure to move the first panel relative to the second panel. The latch may also be selectively disengaged with a lesser force than that required to overcome the biasing mechanism by bypassing the biasing mechanism. When manually disengaged, the latch maintains a biasing load on a bolt of the latch. A trigger of the latch is provided to bypass the biasing mechanism and disengage a roller assembly of the latch from the second panel.

Abstract: An enclosure for electrical components including a box with a hinged door or fastener attached cover and an interchangeable component management system and an interchangeable fastening system. The component management system includes a support member releasably fixed to an interior wall of the box and a mounting bracket positionable at locations along the support member. The interchangeable fastening system mounts on a raised portion on the exterior of the box.

Abstract: A case lock is disclosed to include a fixed retaining member and a movable lock body assembly respectively fastened to the top and bottom cover shells of a case for locking the case. The movable lock body assembly includes a front cover, an actuating member pivoted to the front cover, a sliding retainer, a link pivoted between the actuating member and the sliding retainer and adapted to move the sliding retainer in an axial direction while the link is driven by the actuating member and moved along with said actuating member, and a back cover covered on the front cover and defining with the front cover a space in which the actuating member, the link and the sliding retainer are positioned.

Abstract: A display case for preventing the loss and damage to items on a table due to adverse weather. The display case includes a top wall, a front wall, a first side wall and a second side wall. A lip is integrally coupled to and extends downwardly from a back edge of the top wall. The top wall, the side walls, the flanges and the lip are each generally transparent. A plurality of securing members releasably secure the side walls to a peripheral edge of a table.

Abstract: A draw latch for securing a first closure panel with a second closure panel, having a base mounted to one of the closure panels, a cover member and a pivot member, the pivot member connecting said base with said cover member, there being a matingly provided keeper member which is mounted on the other closure panel to secure the cover for latching, the draw latch pivot member, base and cover being configured to facilitate installation of the pivot member thereto.

Abstract: A latch assembly of the present invention comprises a link member and a latch body. The latch assembly is adapted for use with a storage container having a container body and a container lid connected to the container body. The container lid is connected to the container body in a manner to permit movement of the lid between open and closed positions relative to the container body. The link member is moveably connected to the container body. The latch body includes at least one lug and at least one retaining arm. The lug is integral with the latch body and has a lug recess adapted for receiving a first portion of the link member in a manner to permit pivoting movement of the link member relative to the lug. The retainer arm is integral with the latch body and is adapted for engaging the link member in a manner to prevent the link member from being released from the lug recess. The latch assembly is adapted for movement relative to the container body between a locked position and an unlocked position.

Abstract: A clamp for securing a removable cover on a screening machine is an over-center mechanical clamp which includes two distinct clamping force adjustment mechanisms. A first clamping force adjustment mechanism includes a plurality of clamping positions on a support bracket mounted on the cover. The clamp handle assembly is selectively positioned in one of the clamping positions on the support bracket to provide incrementally different clamping force levels. Additionally, irrespective of the clamping position, rotation of a threaded rod of the clamp adjusts the clamping force. A force level indicator is provided on the clamp to indicate the clamping force produced by the clamp.

Abstract: A double jaw latch mechanism for releasably securing a moveable structure to a keeper. The moveable structure may be an aircraft cowling and the keeper may be mounted to an aircraft structure. The double jaw latch includes a handle rotatably mounted to a housing. The handle has an open position, a closed position, and a pre-catch position. The handle is connected to a double jaw assembly which likewise has an open position, a closed position, and a pre-catch position. The double jaw assembly includes a first jaw and a second jaw mounted in pivoted relation for movement to and from each other to engage the keeper. When the double jaw latch is in the open position, the jaws are spaced apart to permit disengagement with the keeper. In the closed position, the jaws are trapped within the housing and rigidly retain the keeper.

Abstract: A drawbolt for luggage cases or the like comprises a base plate, an actuating lever, and a U-shaped latch member. The actuating lever is pivotally connected to the base plate for movement between a latched position and an unlatched position. A U-shaped link connects the actuating lever and the arms of the U-shaped latch member. The U-shaped link has arms formed as plates that are received in pockets at the sides of the actuating member. The actuating lever has a back cover with a cavity that receives the cross-bar of the U-shaped link, and the base plate has a recess that receives the cavity when the actuating lever is in the latched position. A lock bolt is supported on the actuating lever for movement parallel to the opposite sides of the actuating lever and enters an eccentric bolt socket on the base plate to lock the actuating lever in the latched position. Rivet holes are provided through the base plate and are covered by the actuating lever in the latched position.

Abstract: In the clamping type lock assembly, a base-end portion 2a of a latch ring 2 is pivoted to a fixed base plate 1. In a locked position in which a front-end portion 2b of the latch ring 2 engaged with an engaging concave portion 3a of an operating lever 3 passes through a straight line connecting a cross-sectional center of the base-end portion 2a of the latch ring 2 and a cross-sectional center of an axle pin 9 and approaches a fixed seating plate 4, a threaded shaft portion 5b of a fastening bolt 5 is threadably engaged with a threaded hole 21 of the fixed seating plate 4 so that a head portion 5a of the fastening bolt 5 is brought into press-contact with a front surface of a front-end portion of the operating lever 3.

Abstract: A portable apparatus for closing wire gates includes an inner U-shaped ring that is pivotally attached at each end of the inner U-shaped ring to a U-shaped handle at each of two open ends thereof. A first length of chain is attached near to one of the two open ends of the U-shaped handle. A second length of chain is attached near to the remaining end of the two open ends of the U-shaped handle. The second length of chain includes a hook that can be attached to any link of the first length of chain, and therefore provides a method to adjust the overall combined length of the first length of chain and the second length of chain as desired. The inner U-shaped ring bears against a first post that is to be drawn closer toward a second post thereby eliminating the need for any attachment of the closer to either the first post or to the second post.

Abstract: A latch comprises a support block which, in use, is attached to a first member, and a strike block which, in use, is attached to a second member. A first lever is attached to the support block and shaped to engage with the strike block when the first and second members come into contact. A link member is pivotally attached to the support block. A second lever is pivotally attached to the link member and is shaped to engage with the strike block, with a third lever, pivotally attached to the link member and engageable with the support block, to retain the latch in a latched position. Biasing means biases the third lever into engagement with the support block when the second lever is in its engaged position.