Abstract: A tackle box equipped with a fishing rod holder, configured to facilitate the resting of a fishing pole, even while in use, in a secure manner is described. The tackle box is equipped with an extendable support, equipped with a location in which an end of a handle of the fishing rod or pole may be placed. A rest is configured to extend up and away from a top and side of the tackle box, functioning as a fulcrum to aid the stability of the tackle box when holding a rod in an upright position. The rest is equipped with a V-shaped cutout in which a midsection of the handle of the fishing pole may securely rest. A lip of the extendable support maintains contact with the pole, counteracting the force applied to the rod by the fish, preventing the pole from toppling over. Weight of the tacklebox itself is employed to counteract the force exerted on the rod by the fish to maintain stability.

Abstract: A support system for a fashion article cooperates with a clothing hanger for storing purses, jewelry, garments, or similar. The support system allows storage of multiple fashion articles on a single hanger. The support system includes a support strap attachable to the hanger and a protective cover attachable to the support strap. The support strap may include multiple fasteners, and may be configured to support a purse by the handle in a manner that resists damage to the handle. The protective cover may provide access to contents stored therein without removing the cover from the system. Aspects of the system may store purses and other articles in a configuration which requires relatively little storage space.

Abstract: A plate runner device includes an elongated device body configured to be attached to an upper arm of a user and at least one plate clamp attached to the device body. The plate clamp is configured to secure a dinner plate to the plate runner device. The device can include an upper retention portion at an upper end of the device body and a forearm rest at a lower end of the device body.

Abstract: This gauge stand will adhere to a metallic surface in the field so that a technician can hang gauges from the short hollow pipe and work hands free on the equipment to be serviced while at the same time viewing the gauges that are normally used with this type of job. The gauge stand is designed to be portable and should be made to withstand extremes in temperature and all types of environments. A short hollow pipe will enable the technician to store commonly used small items in the short hollow pipe; an insert will be placed in one end of the short hollow pipe to ensure that the small items do not spill out when the device is taken apart.

Abstract: A tray for carrying items, such as food and beverages. In particular, the tray, provided with grips, can be carried, in a relatively stable manner, with one hand. The tray is particularly useful for individuals working in the hospitality industry, such as waiting staff (waiters).

Abstract: A dish caddy includes base and top members and a least one vertical supporting rod connecting the base to the top member. The supporting rod includes a hand grip and dish holders distributed at multiple levels along the supporting rod such that a user's hand does not interfere with dishes or food carried within the dish caddy. The dish holders may include notches carved into the supporting rod for accepting an edge of a dish such as a plate. Pivot arms and doors may hold the dishes within the notches during food transport. The dish holders may include top and bottom pressure pads and the distance between the pads on each individual dish holder may be user-adjustable to accommodate different sized dishes. The top and bottom pressure pads may be coupled by a gear system allowing the distance between the pads on a particular dish holder to be dynamically adjusted.

Abstract: A device for carrying multiple collapsible bags having a horizontal member, such as a beam or bar, with a handle for receiving a user's hand along an upper edge and three or more hooks along the lower edge of the horizontal member, in which each hook has an opening to receive a pair of handles of a collapsible bag, and in which each hook is positioned with its opening in a non-coplanar orientation relative to each other hook.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a device, such as a cutting board, that comprises an upper planar surface that is useful for the breaking-down of articles, such as the chopping, crushing, and slicing of food articles, and one or more measuring receptacles integrated into the device such that the one or more receptacles are substantially flush with the planar surface. Using the device, one may break down articles, such as food articles, and easily transfer the broken-down portions of the articles to a measuring receptacle without having to remove the broken-down portions of the articles from the cutting board. The measuring receptacle may then be removed from the device, by which the measured portion of the article may be transferred away from the cutting board, such as to a separate pot or pan in the case of food articles.

Abstract: A luggage system having a removable decorative storage crown for receiving and temporarily storing clothing items, such as suit jackets, uniforms, costumes, or other items using the same device that is used as a pull-handle. A stand element can be unfolded from the base of the luggage to act as a support, preventing the device from tipping when in a clothing rack orientation, but which can simply fold away when the luggage is being transported.

Abstract: A baseball or softball equipment organizing device having a body and a plurality of protrusions is disclosed in order prevent a dugout from becoming disorganized, and to prevent players from misplacing their equipment. The protrusions, which are used to hold the equipment of a player, may be symmetrically oriented along a vertical midline of the device so as to keep the device balanced, both when loaded with and devoid of equipment.

Abstract: A hanger organizer has a hanger portion with a rod hook that suspends the hanger organizer from a closest rod. An extension from the rod hook extends to a coupler portion from which a first and second hanger retainer arm extends. The first and second hanger retainer arms extend in opposing direction and have a bend that leads to the arms for retaining the hanger loop ends. A hanger hook retainer which may be a receptacle extends out perpendicularly to the vertical axis of the hanger organizer for hooking a clothes hanger there around. A plurality of ties may be placed in the receptacle and used to synch around a plurality of hangers for return to the dry-cleaners.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein describe systems and methods for a rotatable coffee pod storage device. The rotatable coffee pod storage device may have a plurality arms that are configured to receive coffee pods. The arms of the coffee pods may be configured to receive coffee pods in a direction that is perpendicular to the angle of rotation of the rotatable coffee pod storage device. Accordingly, a user may be able to easily and effectively insert and remove a plurality of coffee pods, while also conveniently storing the coffee pods and reducing the amount of space required to store the coffee pods.

Abstract: A socket organizer includes a planar member having a plurality of recessions to receive various sized tool elements, such as sockets. A portion of the planar member is magnetized to enable the device the ability to securely, but removably, retain each socket when placed into an individual recession. The planar member is rotatingly secured to a support stand. A mechanical connection between the planar member and support stand is provided with a series of detents to enable a user to rotate the planar member to a desired position for access to a particular socket held within the device.

Abstract: A cord management system having a plurality of holders attached along the length of a cord or cable, with the holders insertable into a housing for storing the cord and for easily accessing either end of the cord without unwinding or tangling the cord.

Abstract: A portable fishing rod holder for housing fishing rods can be used during transportation to and from fishing. The portable fishing rod holder can hold multiple fishing rods. The combination of a deep cut rod holder and an extra-long handle allow the rods to be carried in a perfect diagonal position, lower and closer to the user for increased comfort and user maneuverability, as well as for increased protection of rods and reels. The portable fishing rod holder has built-in legs, a home stand option, and the ability to hold and carry larger rods with conventional reels.

Abstract: A comb holder for removably holding at least one hair clipper attachment comb, includes a frame including a first end, a second end, a first side, a second side, and having at least two elongate beams each defining one of the sides and spaced from each other, a plurality of transverse baffles having ends engaging at least one of the beams to define a plurality of open cavities between the beams, and the cavities being constructed and arranged for accommodating at least one tooth of the at least one attachment comb.

Abstract: A portable fishing rod holder for housing fishing rods can be used during transportation to and from fishing. The portable fishing rod holder can hold multiple fishing rods. The combination of a deep cut rod holder and an extra-long handle allow the rods to be carried in a perfect diagonal position, lower and closer to the user for increased comfort and user maneuverability, as well as for increased protection of rods and reels. The portable fishing rod holder has built-in legs, a home stand option, and the ability to hold and carry larger rods with conventional reels.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for carrying a hose or other tubular member. The device includes a first base member releasably connected to a second base member. The first and second base members operate to form a plurality of openings sized to receive a length of hose or other tubular member. The plurality of openings may be configured to permit charging of the hose without removing the hose from therein. The device may include a locking mechanism for selectively securing the first base member to the second base member. The locking mechanism may define a handle for supporting the device. The locking mechanism may further include a handle release for selectively unlocking the locking mechanism.

Abstract: An interlocking assembly of two generally rectangular panels with one of each of their edges aligned proximately to each other at a generally orthogonal engagement, each of the panels including a plurality of matching recess cut-outs in the adjacent edges in which dishes can be engaged in a cantilevered manner. Each of the cut-outs is shaped to include a convex curvature in its lower edge which is opposed by a spaced, generally matching convolution in the upper edge to serve respectively as a large diameter fulcrum to cooperate with an off-set periphery engaging opposing surface between which the dish is captured. To insure a conforming capture the cut-out edges may be covered with a resilient covering.

Abstract: A bag storage apparatus is provided for storing collapsed plastic bags with handle loops and for holding one of the plastic bags in an open position to receive items placed therein. The apparatus includes a body defining a main storage cavity; a secondary panel forming a second rounded shape and attached to a front of the body to define a storage location for collapsed bags in front of the main storage cavity; upper top side edges of the body protruding upwardly and defining crevices adapted to positively engage and retain the loops when an associated one of the plastic bags is held in the open position in the main storage cavity; and the second panel having top and bottom openings for access to any bags stored inside the storage location.

Abstract: A plate carrier is carried on a server's forearm. The carrier comprises a wireform having a horizontal support portion for carrying the plate carrier on the forearm, a vertical loop portion looping around a server's forearm, and a plate holder portion below the server's forearm. The horizontal support is carried between the elbow and the palm. The vertical loop portion centers the plate holder portion under the server's forearm and the plate holder portion positions the plate holders centered under the forearm longitudinally closer to the elbow than the palm. The plate holders comprise a stationary lower jaw and a pivoting upper jaw allowing adjustment to hold a variety of plates.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for carrying a hose or other tubular member. The device includes a first base member releasably connected to a second base member. The first and second base members operate to form a plurality of openings sized to receive a length of hose or other tubular member. The plurality of openings may be configured to permit charging of the hose without removing the hose from therein. The device may include a locking mechanism for selectively securing the first base member to the second base member. The locking mechanism may define a handle for supporting the device. The locking mechanism may further include a handle release for selectively unlocking the locking mechanism.

Abstract: A halo or ring system is described for holding cups for use with a large beverage cooler, such as those commonly used at sporting events. A first large ring has a diameter sized to fit around an upper portion of a beverage cooler, and a second ring is attached to the first ring. The second ring is sized to hold a stack of one or more cups for easy use with the beverage cooler.

Abstract: Auxiliary golf club holder with three tubular members attached to each other by two side mounted pivot members. A top plate and bottom plate are hinged together at their front edge. The bottom plate is attached to the central tubular member. A rigid finger extends downwardly from the top plate. A locking handle is pivotably mounted to the bottom plate in a spring biased fashion. When the handle is rotated down, an extension tip at the top of the handle pushes the top plate up causing the finger to be pulled in so that it can frictionally engage the side wall of a standard golf bag and hold the auxiliary golf club holder onto the outside of the bag. The three tubes can be splayed out by the user to form a stable tripod configuration. A standard golf club can be safely and cleanly stored in each tubular member.

Abstract: An apparatus for carrying multiple fishing poles includes a connecting rod with a first end and a distal second end and a first supporting member affixed to the first end of the connecting rod and a second supporting member affixed to the distal end of the connecting rod. A plurality of recesses is in the supporting members, each of the recesses sized to accept one of the fishing poles. A cloth strap is affixed individually to one end of each supporting member and adapted to removably cover the outer circumference of the given supporting member, thereby removably holding the fishing poles within the recesses of each supporting member.

Abstract: A team dugout organizer for sports such as baseball and softball. The device efficiently organizes player's batting and fielding equipment that must be exchanged in a dugout during the course of a game. A peg bar including a plurality of glove pegs extends across the base plate and is rotatable between use and stowed positions. A helmet strap and hat hook is vertically associated with each glove peg to provide storage for all of the equipment accessed by each player during a field change event. The storage locations may be organized by field position, player name or jersey number, with appropriate indicia being provided. An offset handle and the rotatable peg bar allow the device to be safely and conveniently carried. Adjustable straps and clips provide use flexibility.

Abstract: Devices and methods are provided for detachably securing cans for use in plumbing, painting, construction, and home improvement. The devices are configured for mounting a structure such as a ladder, scaffold, bench, tool box, saw horse, table, railing, pipe, wood, lumber, metal, or plastic support or other object and further configured for detachably securing cans, such as cans containing PVC glue or primer for a plumber's use. In one device, the securing members have two arms configured to be arranged in an open state for receiving the can with substantially zero insertion force. In that device, the arms have end portions with latching members configured to join together in a first engagement position with the can. In a closed state, the latching members are in a partially overlapping configuration that pulls the arms tightly around the circumference of the can and thereby supplies a compression fit with high pull-apart strength.

Abstract: A plate carrier is carried on a server's forearm. The carrier comprises a horizontal support portion for carrying the plate carrier on the forearm and a vertical spine with at least one plate holder. The horizontal support resides between the elbow and the palm, and comprises a plastic support surface and a metal backing. The vertical spine extends downwardly from the horizontal support, looping around the forearm, and continuing downward below the server's forearm. The spine is laterally centered on the horizontal support, and longitudinally closer to the elbow than the palm. The plate holders extend longitudinally with respect to the horizontal support, and a majority of the plate holders extend forward from the spine.

Abstract: A tray for serving beverages includes a first beverage support section, a second beverage support section, and a contoured arm rest member extending from the first beverage support section and the second beverage support section. The tray also includes at least one branch member extending from the first beverage support section and the second beverage support section. The tray further includes a base extending from the contoured arm rest member and the branch member. A handle extends from the base.

Abstract: Apparatus removably engageable with a golf bag for holding and carrying two or more selected golf clubs from the golf bag. The apparatus includes two or more tubular members substantially shorter than the golf clubs joined together in parallel relationship opened at each end and through which the shafts of selected golf clubs may be inserted. An elongated handle member is attached near one end of the tubular members and extends in spaced parallel relationship therewith toward a free distal end.

Abstract: A device for lifting multiple containers, such as beverage bottles from a carton, which allows for quick and easy loading of refrigerated cooler racks. The cooler racks are devised to cooperatively engage guides on the lifting device so the bottles can be transferred from the lifting device to the racks by the influence of gravity. The method of cooler rack loading allows a worker to efficiently unload beverage cartons and load cooler racks at 4 to 5 times the usual speed with less loss and damage over conventional manual loading methods. The lifting device includes a pair of pivotable, elongated gates which engage the necks of the beverage bottles during lifting and transferring to the cooler racks.

Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided for retaining bags. The apparatus for retaining bags utilizes at least one fastener attached to a shock absorption system. The shock absorption system is coupled to a handle and a strap, such that the apparatus for retaining bags can be transported by either of the handle or strap and the strap is adaptable to fit around an automobile seat. The method for retaining bags includes securing bags to a fastener, adjusting the strap to fit a shoulder, transporting the apparatus to a vehicle, and adapting the strap to fit to the automobile seat.

Abstract: A carrier for storing a plurality of caulk tubes in a manner that they are easily identifiable and, if open, so that the contents do not dry out. The carrier has a frame within which the caulk tubes are resiliently biased between a socket for receipt of a nozzle of the caulk tube and a holder attached to an end of the caulk tube opposite the nozzle.

Abstract: The invention includes an apparatus for marketing, displaying, measuring, or mixing bottled alcoholic beverages in bars, restaurants, and other places that sell alcoholic beverages. The invention enables visual examination of bottles that have caps with a hole for purposes of display by freely hanging from hooks. The invention provides the ability to display bottled alcoholic beverages, recipe cards, and promotional materials in an upright, hanging fashion on displays. In a bar or restaurant, the invention provides the ability to transport many different alcoholic beverages directly to the countertop or table that enables the beverage to be displayed for purchase or mixing with a number of other drinks. For the purposes of displaying the alcoholic beverages, the invention includes a base, a frame, and wire racks having hooks. The hooks are used for hanging bottled alcoholic beverages, recipe cards, and promotional materials.

Abstract: A double-stack tool rack is constructed to include a base having an upright pivot shaft, a plurality of tool boxes respectively pivoted to the upright shaft and arranged into two stacks, and a carrying handle coupled to the upright pivot shaft of the base at the top.

Abstract: This invention is a quiver for carrying sporting equipment or tools over the shoulder; it can be converted into a free-standing structure; and it can be disassembled when not in use for ease of storing and traveling. The quiver consists of a plurality of rigid tubes, with a means for holding the assembled tubes into a stable structure suspended from a shoulder strap. The quiver also allows peripheral equipment to be attached by such means as clips, hook-and-loop-type fasteners, hanging containers, and so forth. The shoulder strap is adjustable, for comfortable, hands-free carrying and for hanging the quiver from a chair, a hook, or other furnishing. Adding wheels allows the quiver to be rolled or carried. The quiver can also be converted into a stand which holds equipment off the ground. Further, after use, the quiver can easily be disassembled into individual protective casings for transport or shipping; when disassembled, the quiver components require less packing space.

Abstract: A single-stack tool rack is constructed to include a base having an upright pivot shaft, a plurality of tool boxes respectively pivoted to the upright shaft and arranged into a stack for keeping tools and/or accessories, a swivel case pivoted to the base and turned in and out of a bottom open chamber of the base for keeping tool bits, and a carrying handle formed of a handle body and a detachable hand tool and coupled to the upright pivot shaft of the base at the top.

Abstract: An in-line skate maintenance rack has a pair of rests for a pair of in-line skates and inclined receptacles for holding wheels removed from the skates. The pair of rests and the inclined receptacles are so positioned that removed wheels are substantially parallel to wheels attached to the pair of skates.

Abstract: The Golf Rack Bag is a golf club holder that is easily carried by a golfer with a full complement of clubs and accessories. Each club is secured yet readily accessible. The holder itself is very stable, light, and easily picked up and placed down without stooping or activating moving parts. The unique design of the Golf Rack Bag places the weight of the clubs on the golfers center of gravity and away from the golfers back.

Abstract: The Golf Rack Bag is a golf club holder that is easily carried by a golfer with a full complement of clubs and accessories. Each club is secured yet readily accessible. The holder itself is very stable, light, and easily picked up and placed down without stooping or activating moving parts. The unique design of the Golf Rack Bag places the weight of the clubs on the golfers center of gravity and away from the golfers back.

Abstract: A Portable Tool Organizer is provided that provides for the transport and storage of a wide variety of tools, equipment, parts, etc., and also houses a spool for dispensing line of different types within the frame. The frame has a cutter assembly attached that has a pivoting portion with a sharpened cutting edge that cuts the spooled out line when the pivoting portion scissors with respect to the remaining cutter assembly. The cutting edge has several semi-circular notches into which the line is nestled and positioned for cutting as the cutter assembly is closed by pushing against a thumb rest on the pivoting portion. Two aligned rows of receptacles have top openings and extend within the frame. The rows are stepped to assist in access and visual identification of the tools, etc. that extend from the receptacles during ordinary storage and transportation. A closed compartment for parts, etc. is at the top of the frame and has a hinged lid.

Abstract: Device for the storage of articles, comprising a frame and at least one receptacle that can be detachably fitted on the said frame, such that the frame (110) has at the top a carrying handle (120) and on either side of the handle suspension devices are provided, on each of which a receptacle (130, 131) can be hung, such that the receptacles can be removed from the suspension device by being lifted out.

Abstract: A magazine for holding and distributing a plurality of road flares has a bottom including downwardly facing sockets for receiving ends of a plurality of road flares and for retaining the received flares against the force of gravity but such that each retained flare may be plucked out by hand for lighting and distribution. A top includes a carrying handle adapted for cradling a lit starter flare such that the flare can be held to the handle by a carrying hand and released as desired by releasing the flare from the carrying hand and tilting the handle. Preferably, the ignition end of the flare is inserted in the socket and a cap and/or anti-roll device is placed on the other end of the flare.

Abstract: A soft sided gun case with retractable legs comprises a gun case, and a pair of retractable legs connected to a bottom of the gun case.

Abstract: A rod carrier including a body portion with plates secured to its opposed end. The plates have openings wherein rods can be disposed and secured. A handle on the body portion is receivable in a mounting member and releaseably secured thereto. The mounting member is securable to a supporting surface.

Abstract: A carrier for storing and carrying a pair of cylindrical-shaped canisters.

Abstract: A two cup carrier is described which stably accommodates two cups of any different size in two cup-receiving sockets. The tray is stabilized and strengthened by stabilizing legs and by a support gusset provided between the two cup-receiving sockets.

Abstract: A lightweight golf club and accessory carrier for transporting and retaining a plurality of golf clubs, tees, balls marker and score keeping pencil in a compact package size. The carrier is made out of a flexible plastic material in the form of a single injection molded body comprising a handle connected to the inside surfaces near the top of two downwardly extending end walls. Near the bottom of the device, a ball carrier extends between the inside surface of each end wall. The ball carrier is design to hold three golf balls within a flexible plastic structure that enables the balls to be installed or removed from either the from or back of the carrier. A plurality of flexible club holding clips extend off of the outside and inside surfaces of each end wall and are configured to retain the shaft of a typical golf club.

Abstract: A tray for storing, transporting and presenting various articles. The tray includes a storage platform and a handle member extending therethrough. The storage platform includes an array of variously shaped receptacles. The handle is movable between a first position wherein the platform is maintained in a first orientation and a second position wherein the platform is maintained in a second orientation.

Abstract: A golf club storage and carrying device includes a plurality of tubular sleeves passing lengthwise through a rigid main body. Each sleeve is shaped and sized to accommodate a golf club shaft. The sleeve ends are capped by support members that prop the sleeves into an inclined orientation when the device is placed on a surface. A handle extends from a first side of the main body, and an attachment member extends from a second side of the main body. The attachment member may engage a mounting plate adapted to be attached to a golf club bag.