Sectional-unit Type Patents (Class 312/107)
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Publication number: 20110175498Abstract: A data center includes a mobile enclosure having an interior space. The interior space includes a first section and a second section, where the first section is separated from the second section by a first divider. The first section houses a rack having a first side and a second side, where the rack is positioned to separate the first section into a first aisle and a second aisle such that fluid flow between the first aisle and the second aisle is substantially prevented other than through the rack. The first aisle includes a fluid delivery device and the second aisle includes a fluid removal device, where the second section facilitates fluid communication between the fluid removal device and the fluid delivery device.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2008Publication date: July 21, 2011Inventors: Cullen Bash, Chandrakant Patel
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Publication number: 20110101830Abstract: The invention relates to a storage assembly of a type that comprises at least two modules which can be solidly connected to one another, each of said modules being equipped with means for accessing at least one storage space, closure means and means for solidly connecting the modules to one another. The inventive assembly is characterized in that at least one module comprises means for locking the means for solidly connecting the modules to one another and closure means for closing off access to at least one module.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2011Publication date: May 5, 2011Inventor: Yves Mallouk
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Publication number: 20110074255Abstract: A storage assembly includes a bin having side panels, a bottom, a rim, a first reception slot and a second reception slot. The side panels and the bottom define a cavity therebetween. The rim extends from the side panels around a perimeter of an opening to the cavity and in a direction substantially parallel to the bottom. The first reception slot extends from the rim into a first one of the side panels, and the second reception slot extends from the rim into a second one of the side panels. The first one of the side panels is positioned opposite the second one of the side panels. Each of the first and second reception slots is configured to selectively receive a different portion of a divider, which divides the cavity into two or more compartments. Related storage and organization systems, accessories and methods are also disclosed and provide additional advantages.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2010Publication date: March 31, 2011Applicant: TARGET BRANDS, INC.Inventors: Dirk AHLGRIM, Douglas DAYTON, Monica KUZNIK, Samuel PALMER, Gretchen WUSTRACK
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Patent number: 7908800Abstract: A modular columbarium has side panels joined to front uprights by bolts on bent front tabs on the front panels and, respectively, the panels are joined to the rear uprights by L-shaped tabs that can be housed in slot in the rear uprights. The bottoms of the front uprights are extended by height-adjustable legs to adapt to any unevenness of the ground, a lower base panel being fastened between the legs. The front uprights are connected to each other by font crossbars, the crossbars comprising a longitudinal guide, whereon blocking elements are positioned that can move laterally along them. The longitudinal guide has slots for the projecting tabs of the front covers to pass through. The guide has central openings wherethrough the blocking elements can be actuated to block or release the front covers.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2008Date of Patent: March 22, 2011Assignee: Marcs Urnas Bach, S.L.Inventor: Santiago Bach Lahor
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Patent number: 7850023Abstract: A device provides for displaying and dispensing retail articles. The device includes a plurality of product support modules that are detachably coupled to one another. Each support module includes a bottom mating portion and a top mating portion, each of which may be operatively coupled to a top mating portion and a bottom mating portion of another support module, respectively. Each support module also include sidewalls that may be operatively coupled to sidewalls of another support module. All of the product support modules of the present invention have a substantially similar profile.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2007Date of Patent: December 14, 2010Assignee: Cadbury Adams USA LLCInventor: Edison Rey Silveria
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Patent number: 7841676Abstract: A merchandising display system has modular sections that have removable display pallets. Cabinet modules, spacer modules, fixed modules, and slat-wall modules assemble together in a multitude of various combinations to create different merchandising displays. Cabinets may include merchandising displays on the inside and outside of the cabinet. Removable display pallets facilitate stocking and reconfiguring product displays. Fiber-optic lighting illuminates the pallets.Type: GrantFiled: January 25, 2007Date of Patent: November 30, 2010Assignee: David L. Hawkins Design Management, Inc.Inventor: David L. Hawkins
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Patent number: 7789470Abstract: Illuminated display case for collectibles that can simulate the look and feel of a collectible's theme. The display case can be modular in design, such that one case can serve as the basis for the joining of additional case modules to form a larger illuminated display. Through the use of a specialized alignment structure, display cases can be lined up one next to the other to form a continuous track around a room.Type: GrantFiled: February 14, 2006Date of Patent: September 7, 2010Assignee: NSR Displays, Inc.Inventor: Michael P. McCabe
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Patent number: 7784885Abstract: An adjustable storage system includes one or more adjustable storage units. The storage units generally comprise opposing panels comprising a polymer material and one or more shelf supports means that are integral with the panels. Shelves and/or drawers, also made from polymer materials, may then be disposed between the panels. Storage units may be added to the storage system by adding additional panels. In some embodiments, adjacent storage units of a storage unit may share a panel.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2005Date of Patent: August 31, 2010Assignee: L&P Property Management CompanyInventors: William D. Steiger, Dale A. Panasewicz, Dennis M. Futo
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Publication number: 20100201230Abstract: An enclosure for electric power system control, monitoring, protection, and automation access devices, which includes a selective workspace enclosure. The enclosure includes a workspace enclosure for enclosing a workspace adjacent to a device for controlling, protecting, monitoring, and/or monitoring an electric power system, thereby providing a shelter or barrier to the elements for personnel accessing the device. Generally, the enclosure may be partitioned to include a number of cabinets, in each of which a number of devices may be installed. The enclosure may further include a platform, guide members, protective barriers and cover members (when retracted housed in a cover cabinet) to provide a shelter or barrier to the elements for personnel accessing the devices from a select workspace.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 1, 2010Publication date: August 12, 2010Inventors: Edmund O. Schweitzer, III, Victor Hugo Barrangan Gonzalez, Richard A. Shulz
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Publication number: 20100148640Abstract: Furniture systems are delineated including a first cabinet, a second cabinet and a base for supporting a provided object between the first cabinet and the second cabinet. One or both of the first cabinet and the second cabinet defines a space for which, in a first configuration of the system, the base resides outside of the space, and in a second configuration of the system, the base resides at least partially within the space. Accordingly, the delineated furniture systems can accommodate supporting on the base objects of various dimensions.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2009Publication date: June 17, 2010Inventor: Andreas K. Nielson
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Publication number: 20100090567Abstract: A modular storage furniture system is provided. The furniture system includes at least one cabinet or shelf, at least one interchangeable surface panel, and a support structure. Cabinet side panels are provided with one or more rows of vertically spaced fastening notches that can receive a range of components including, but not limited to, horizontal support rails, cabinet door hinges, cabinet drawer slides, and internal cabinet shelves. The interchangeable surface panels can be removably attached to any side of the cabinet by way of fasteners, connectors, hooks, magnets, or a channel system. The support structure includes at least two vertical fastening posts, with a plurality of notches provided at intervals along the length of each fastening post. A cabinet or shelf can be removably attached to the support structure by inserting hooks provided on the cabinet sides or shelf brackets into the notches. All system components can be dismantled to provide a generally flat and compact shape for easy shipping.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 9, 2009Publication date: April 15, 2010Applicant: ERGAMI, LLCInventor: Joseph D. FELICE
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Publication number: 20100079042Abstract: An improved modular cabinet has a metallic frame fabricated to a desired configuration and then various components are assembled to the frame to create the cabinet. The frame is created out of at least one pre-fabricated frame member to which a plurality of other components are detachably assembled. Among the components detachably assembled to the frame are those facilitating releasable attachment of components such as panels, shelves, and counters, and, additionally, various hinges or hinge halves are mounted to the frame to facilitate releasable assembly of components such as doors and access openings. Once the frame has been assembled and the brackets and hinges have been releasably assembled thereto, a variety of panels including end panels, shelving mounted within the frame, counters, doors, drawers, and other panels are assembled to the frame to create the modular cabinet.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2008Publication date: April 1, 2010Inventors: Chad Arik Eilers, Gordon Terrance Gravelle, James Robert Vance, JR.
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Patent number: 7685846Abstract: The present invention is to provide an assembly for stacking washer and/or dryers, by which washers/dryers, washers, or dryers can be stacked. The present invention includes at least one bracket provided to a top portion of a first washer or dryer and at least one holder provided to the bracket to hold a leg of a second washer or dryer put on the first washer or dryer.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2004Date of Patent: March 30, 2010Assignee: LG Electronics Inc.Inventors: Sung Gi Hwang, Jeung Gie Ahn
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Publication number: 20100045147Abstract: According to the invention, a modular storage system for laboratory fluids is characterized in that a carrier frame comprises a defined number of slots for at least two different laboratory vessel inserts, which can be inserted so that they can be arbitrarily interchanged and inserted in arbitrary combinations with a positive fit in the slots of the carrier frame and which each comprise at least one laboratory vessel and/or at least one compartment for at least one laboratory vessel.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 4, 2006Publication date: February 25, 2010Inventors: Kurt Harnack, Helmut W. Knofe, Jeans-Peter Kroog, Peter Scheffler
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Publication number: 20100039005Abstract: A portable work and storage container includes a container frame, an enclosure arrangement and a wall panel affixing arrangement. The container frame includes a ceiling frame, a floor frame and four vertical corner posts spacedly extended between the ceiling frame and the floor frame. The wall panel affixing arrangement includes a plurality of wall adjusters and a plurality of wall lockers, wherein every two of the wall adjusters are adjustably extended to bias against two outer side rims of the wall structure respectively for applying a pushing force so as to ensure the wall panels of each of the wall structure are coupled with each other side-by-side. The wall lockers are adjustably engaged with top rims of the wall structures respectively to lock up the wall structures between the ceiling frame and the floor frame so as to securely retain the wall.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2008Publication date: February 18, 2010Inventor: Terry Chu
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Publication number: 20100019630Abstract: A combined panel furniture comprises longitudinal (2,3) and transverse boards assembled vertically, wherein said longitudinal (2,3) and said transverse (1,4) boards are made from plastic composite boards, reinforce frames (22) are disposed near the edges; The lower edges or upper edges of the longitudinal boards (2,3) are connected with the side edges of the transverse boards (1,4) by the reinforce frames (22) in the bevel direction at side edges. The longitudinal boards (2,3) and transverse boards (1,4) are connected fixedly by the two reinforce frames that are connected with each other by clamping or locking in the bevel direction at side edges.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2008Publication date: January 28, 2010Inventor: Luhao Leng
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Publication number: 20090309464Abstract: Ready-to-assemble furniture requiring no tools for assembly includes horizontal and vertical members arranged in an interlocking configuration and a back member fastened to the horizontal and vertical members. The furniture assembly system may be configured with one or more cubes and may be free-standing or hung on a wall. Containers may be provided sized to fit with the cubes and one or more furniture assembly systems may be attached together.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 12, 2008Publication date: December 17, 2009Inventor: DAVID L. SCHWARTZ
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Publication number: 20090218920Abstract: The invention relates to a modular system for realising furnishing elements characterised in that it comprised a plurality of different kind of modular elements, each kind of modular element providing at least a base module (10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80) and an upper cover element (11, 21, 31, 41, 51, 61, 71, 81), said base module (10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80) being provided above with a fixed joint coupling element, coupling with a corresponding fixed joint coupling element provided under the same base module or the upper cover element, said different king of modular elements providing at least straight modular elements (10; 20), 45° bent modular elements (30; 40), and modular elements with a round fixed joint (70; 80).Type: ApplicationFiled: April 6, 2007Publication date: September 3, 2009Applicant: ITIESSE S. R. L.Inventors: Sandro Venturini, Cristian Isopo
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Patent number: 7562949Abstract: Furniture systems are delineated including a first cabinet, a second cabinet and a base for supporting a provided object between the first cabinet and the second cabinet. One or both of the first cabinet and the second cabinet defines a space for which, in a first configuration of the system, the base resides outside of the space, and in a second configuration of the system, the base resides at least partially within the space. Accordingly, the delineated furniture systems can accommodate supporting on the base objects of various dimensions.Type: GrantFiled: November 3, 2005Date of Patent: July 21, 2009Assignee: Furniture Designs by Aspen (Mauritius) LimitedInventor: Andreas K. Nielsen
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Publication number: 20090108718Abstract: A kitchen unit arrangement (10) having three or more storage units (12, 14, 16), the arrangement comprising first and second end walls (22) and at least two internal walls (20), the first end wall and a first said internal wall together defining a first said storage unit (12), the second end wall and a second said internal wall together defining a second said storage unit (14); wherein two of said internal walls (20) are connected by a substantially horizontal shelf (26) to define a third storage unit (16). A method of assembling such a kitchen unit apparatus is also provided.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2008Publication date: April 30, 2009Inventors: James William CRAIG, Stuart HUTCHINSON
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Publication number: 20090096331Abstract: A drum type washing machine according to the present invention has an effect in that a low cover and a lower bracket are assembled by a lock fixation of a fitting plate and a fitting projection, thereby facilitating the disassembly and reassembly of a low cover.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 15, 2006Publication date: April 16, 2009Inventors: Hye Yong Park, Bo Yeon Kim
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Publication number: 20090091219Abstract: Disclosed is a laundry machine. The laundry machine has the entire side surface not implemented as a cover of stainless steel but implemented as a double structure of a side panel and a side cover of stainless steel that is attached onto the side panel. Thus, the laundry machine can have the excellent appearance by the side cover of stainless steel. And, it is capable of reducing the material cost by using the side panel for the interior. Further, since the side surface thereof is implemented as the double structure of the side panel and the side cover having different frequencies from each other, it is capable of absorbing and attenuating noise and vibration generated while the laundry machine is operated.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 11, 2008Publication date: April 9, 2009Inventors: Ho-Sung Jang, Chang-Woo Son, Gil-Yong Lee, Yong-Min Jeon, Han-Ki Cho
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Patent number: 7497531Abstract: The present invention is a modular construction method for enclosures and counter assemblies. The counter assembly has a series of modules, which can be added or removed at will. The counter assembly comprises an innovative metal framework having modules connected by angled splices to enhance customization into variable shapes and sizes. Cross-supporting framework and perimeter rails may be added to incorporate customized components for drawers, shelving, appliances, storage, access doors, vents, and the like. The framework is capable of supporting countertops formed in a shape corresponding to the shape of the modular assembly. Side panels may be supported on the framework for purposes of enclosing the assembly, said panels being attached by a plurality of metal clips designed to fit into the metal framework with extensions designed to secure the side panels. The framework and components of the counter assembly are moveable, rearrangeable, and replaceable.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2004Date of Patent: March 3, 2009Inventor: James Lee Gross
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Publication number: 20090021122Abstract: A furniture system has multiple modules in which two or more modules may be arranged together in a variety of combinations. Adjacent modules may be attached using turnbuckles which evenly space the modules and provide a gap between modules. The gap may be masked with removable pilasters that match the finish of the furniture modules. The outer walls of each module are unfinished and therefore end caps may be secured to the outer walls of an assembled system. The end caps match the finish of the modules. Each module has associated with it height adjustable rollers and at least one of those rollers may be locked to prevent rotation.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2008Publication date: January 22, 2009Applicant: Bush Industries, Inc.Inventors: John M. Green, Michael Manis, Gregory J. Mager
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Publication number: 20090015115Abstract: A filing cabinet which includes a number of vertically stacked housings each of which has a drawer and at least one interlocking assembly which has first and second slide members which are moved apart when the drawer is opened and which then abut a slide member or members of a respective adjacent drawer or drawers to prevent such drawer or drawers from being opened.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2005Publication date: January 15, 2009Inventor: Arnoldus Adriaan Van Wijk
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Publication number: 20080309206Abstract: An image forming apparatus and printer are provided. The image forming apparatus includes a plurality of side frames opposed to each other; an intermediate frame provided between the plurality of side frames; a plurality of first screws for connecting the side frames and the intermediate frame at first mutually opposed positions of the side frames; and a plurality of second screws for connecting the side frames and the intermediate frame at second mutually opposed positions of the side frames; wherein a distance between the first mutually opposed positions of the first screws is narrower than a distance between the second mutually opposed positions of the second screws.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2008Publication date: December 18, 2008Applicant: BROTHER KOGYO KABUSHIKI KAISHAInventor: Hakudai KONDO
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Publication number: 20080284292Abstract: The present invention provides a desk unit assembly deployable from a closed position to an open position. The desk unit assembly has a desk portion and a chair assembly. The desk portion has a top, two opposed and vertically extending sidewalls, a rear wall and a front wall, the top, sidewalls, front and rear walls define a chamber therebetween. A chair assembly has a seat and a backrest, the seat is disposed within the chamber and the backrest forms a portion of the front wall of the desk portion when the desk unit assembly is in the closed position. The assembly has a generally cubical shape with substantially flat outer surfaces of the two sidewalls, the front wall and the rear wall when in the closed position and when the assembly is in the open position the chamber can accommodate the legs of a user.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2008Publication date: November 20, 2008Inventor: Kathi Castelluccio
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Patent number: 7438002Abstract: A desktop including a first portion and a diagonal portion oriented diagonally with respect to the first portion. Both the first portion and diagonal portion each have a top surface, a bottom surface opposite said top surface, a plurality of side surfaces, and first and second longitudinal axes, respectively, that substantially bisect each portion. The first portion and diagonal portion are oriented so that the first longitudinal axis and the second longitudinal axis are diagonal to one another. The desktop also includes a return portion having a top surface, a bottom surface opposite the top surface, and a plurality of side surfaces. The return portion is joined with the first portion and has a third longitudinal axis that substantially bisects the top surface of the return portion. The third longitudinal axis is substantially perpendicular to the first longitudinal axis.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2006Date of Patent: October 21, 2008Inventor: David A. Murray
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Publication number: 20080224578Abstract: The invention relates to a distribution cabinet (1) having a body (3), comprising an inner body (21) in the form of a body frame (16) made from metal and possibly paneling with shielding plates (13), and an outer body (22), in particular in the form of spaced paneling of the inner body (21), which is preferably made from plastic, and a mounting rack (6) for fixing the internals, which mounting rack is fixed on the inner body (21), the body (3) comprises a plurality of inner bodies (21) next to one another, and at least one attachment element (12) is fixed thereto which allows the use of parts of the outer body (22) of an individual distribution cabinet (1), and to a construction kit and a method for extending a distribution cabinet.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2008Publication date: September 18, 2008Inventors: Gunter Irmer, Helmut PERSCHON
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Publication number: 20080143220Abstract: An inventory storage system may include a frame defining a plurality of storage levels and a first exterior sleeve supported by one of the storage levels. The first exterior sleeve may include a bottom wall, a first sidewall, a second sidewall, and a top wall. The inventory storage system may further include a first interior sleeve having an opening and disposed within the first exterior sleeve such that the first interior sleeve abuts at least one of the bottom wall, the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the top wall. The inventory storage system may also include a second interior sleeve disposed within the first exterior sleeve, the first interior sleeve abutting the first interior sleeve and at least one of the bottom wall, the first sidewall, the second sidewall, and the top wall.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 18, 2006Publication date: June 19, 2008Inventor: Peter P. Hupke
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Publication number: 20080129158Abstract: A storage case includes a U-shaped structural frame that forms three closed sides of the case. Decorative panels are fastened to the frame to form exterior surfaces of the case.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2007Publication date: June 5, 2008Applicant: MASTER LOCK COMPANY LLCInventor: William C. KALKWARF
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Patent number: 7338139Abstract: A cabinet apparatus for the efficient and safe organization, storage and use of kitchen appliances and utensils, particularly in a relatively small amount of space. The cabinet includes a bottom portion for holding a miniature refrigerator. A middle portion includes a drawer for holding utensils and a retractable and removable cutting board. The middle portion also includes a shelf for placement of a microwave, coffee pot or other items. The top portion of the cabinet includes shelves that provide additional storage space.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2004Date of Patent: March 4, 2008Inventor: Linda R. Peter
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Patent number: 7325891Abstract: A computer cart is formed to have ventilation channels extending along its sides to enable computers to be ventilated while stored in the computer cart without requiring excessive machining of the side panels forming the cart. The cart includes a frame with an external skin formed of panels. The upper edges of the side panels are offset from an edge of a top panel so that a ventilation channel is formed between the top panel and the side panels. Optionally, the channel may also extend between the top panel and a side panel and between the top panel and a front panel including doors that allow access to an inside of the computer cart. A similar channel may be formed on the bottom. As air is heated by computers within the computer cart, the warm air will rise and exit the computer cart via the upper ventilation channel, while drawing in cooler air through the lower ventilation channel.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2006Date of Patent: February 5, 2008Assignee: Bretford Manufacturing, Inc.Inventors: Mark Anthony Kinsley, Philip John Sopicki
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Publication number: 20080012454Abstract: Storage furniture is provided that includes storage area(s) and removable section(s) for enclosing the storage area(s), wherein the removable section(s) include multiple sides, and wherein any one of the sides of a removable section may be made optionally apparent by the user when the removable section is placed in position to obscure a corresponding storage area. In one embodiment, metal areas are provided with the removable sections that are attracted via magnetization by magnet(s) provided substantially adjacent a corresponding storage area, so that any side of a removable section may outwardly face an observer when the removable section is covering an associated storage area.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 13, 2006Publication date: January 17, 2008Applicant: SLAM BRANDS, INC.Inventor: Hyung J. Kim
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Publication number: 20070290583Abstract: A tool chest assembly includes a lower cabinet and an upper cabinet. The upper cabinet is configured to fit inside the lower cabinet during shipping or storage to save space. The tool chest assembly is configured for easy set-up and handling.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2006Publication date: December 20, 2007Applicant: GEELONG SALES COMPANY INTERNATIONAL LTD.Inventors: Jon Fiscus, Darren Fraser, Qing Lin Xu
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Publication number: 20070267949Abstract: A medicine cabinet sub-assembly, comprising: (a) a front substrate; (b) at least one rear substrate; (c) a top substrate; (d) a first side substrate; (e) a second side substrate; (f) a cavity, wherein the cavity is defined by a spaced apart relationship of at least two of the front substrate, the at least one rear substrate, the top substrate, the first side substrate, and the second side substrate; and (f) a door, wherein the door comprises a locking mechanism, wherein the locking mechanism releasably fastens the door to the front substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2006Publication date: November 22, 2007Inventor: David Paul McCarty
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Patent number: 7219969Abstract: The present application relates to a storage container and a storage system include a stack of such storage container.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2003Date of Patent: May 22, 2007Assignee: ZAG Industries Ltd.Inventor: Feodor Bezzubov
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Patent number: 7182415Abstract: A bookcase has a plurality of storage units, each having a pair of side panels, each said side panel having a draw catch and a latch, a top panel interconnecting each said side panel and having an outer surface which includes a first positioning member, a bottom panel interconnecting to each said side panel and having an outer surface which includes a second positioning member which is configured in a complementary manner to said first positioning member, wherein said positioning members are geometrically spatially positioned in alignment with one another, a back panel and a front panel removably disposed adjacent said side, panels, said top panel and said bottom panel such that when so disposed forms an enclosure.Type: GrantFiled: January 7, 2005Date of Patent: February 27, 2007Inventor: Takahiro Yamada
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Patent number: 7165767Abstract: Dispenser modules include structure permitting their securement in stacked and aligned relation. The dispenser modules can contain sheet media such as notes and other items. The dispenser modules can be used in an automated banking machine operative to dispense multiple types of sheet media. Modules include a projection plate and a biasing latch arm on side walls thereof. The projection plate includes a pin adapted to be received in a side wall slot. A first module is locked to a second module through a first module latch preventing movement of a second module pin from a first module slot. Disassembly of the locked modules can occur with compressing of the latch to release the modules relative to each other.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2003Date of Patent: January 23, 2007Assignee: Diebold Self-Service Systems a division of Diebold, IncorporatedInventors: H. Thomas Graef, Michael S. Johnson, Michael Harty, Jonathan M. Peritt, Ken Kontor
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Patent number: 7008031Abstract: An improved method and apparatus of attaching upper and lower component members of a tool storage assembly. The method and apparatus comprises at least one aperture located on a top ceiling portion of the lower component member, an L-shaped attachment bracket with its short leg penetrating the apertures in the ceiling portion, a supporting means on the bottom of the upper component member, and a fastening means for securing a long leg of the L-shaped attachment bracket to the supporting means.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2002Date of Patent: March 7, 2006Assignee: Snap-on IncorporatedInventors: David A. Doerflinger, Daniel B. Guptail
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Patent number: 7008027Abstract: A cabinet joining system for selectively joining adjacent portions of cabinet assemblies includes a slide member having a grasping surface and an end portion thereof and a support that is adapted for selectively supporting the slide member with respect to a portion of a cabinet assembly between extended and retracted positions of the slide member. A latch is provided as adapted for mounting to another portion of another cabinet assembly that is adjacent to the portion of the cabinet assembly supporting the slide member. A latch has a base and a clasp. The clasp is adapted for engaging the grasping surface of the slide member when the slide member is in its extended position and displacing the grasping surface towards the base.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2003Date of Patent: March 7, 2006Assignee: Fleetwood Group, Inc.Inventors: Ricky L. Kelley, Carl R. Hager
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Patent number: 6992885Abstract: An external connection device for placing and connecting a storage device has a housing, a power output port, and a second signal I/O port. A chamber for placing the storage device is formed in the housing. The housing has a mesh area having a plurality of meshes that allow air to freely pass in and out of the chamber. The power output port is electrically connected to a power input port of the storage device for providing electric energy to the storage device. The second signal I/O port is electrically connected to a first signal I/O port of the storage device for delivering data recorded in the storage device to an electric device.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2003Date of Patent: January 31, 2006Assignee: DataStor Technology Co., Ltd.Inventor: Chia-Jen Wang
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Patent number: 6877824Abstract: A system for modular furniture is provided, consisting of a plurality of modules, each having a front wall, a back wall, a left wall, a right wall, a top wall and a bottom wall, the top wall having a recess and the bottom wall having at least one projection corresponding to and operable to fit within and securely engage the recess when a first of the modules is vertically stacked atop of a second of the modules. The modules can be interengagingly and securely stacked either directly atop other modules or staggered atop two or more others to provide a desired configuration. A number of adapters can be used with the modules to provide a number of customized solutions.Type: GrantFiled: February 21, 2003Date of Patent: April 12, 2005Inventor: Christine Elizabeth Winkless
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Patent number: 6877829Abstract: A drawer assembly includes a drawer having a bottom wall, first and second opposing end walls, and first and second opposing side walls. The end and side walls cooperate to define an open top for receiving and removing contents. First and second longitudinal top rails are formed with respective first and second side walls. A removable lid covers the open top of the drawer in a first assembly configuration. The lid has first and second opposing major surfaces, first and second opposing end edges, and first and second opposing side edges. The side edges of the lid include respective longitudinal channels adapted for receiving the longitudinal top rails of the drawer to slide the lid over the open top. An indent is formed with at least one of the first and second longitudinal top rails of the drawer. A detent is formed with at least one of the first and second longitudinal channels of the lid.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2003Date of Patent: April 12, 2005Inventor: Abel A. Irizarry
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Patent number: 6820949Abstract: A new way to store furniture is provided: a first piece of furniture that nests with a second piece of furniture. One of these pieces of furniture may be a step stool or a storage structure. The two pieces fit or nest together, preserving their individual functionality, and at the same time yielding a desirable aesthetic and stowing one of the pieces of furniture when it is not needed.Type: GrantFiled: August 17, 2002Date of Patent: November 23, 2004Inventor: Steven Jerome Caruso
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Patent number: 6793221Abstract: A cabinet for housing a dart game board includes an upper portion and a base portion. The upper portion is provided with a slot sized to accept a light fixture and an eyebolt for securing the cabinet to a fixed support. A face board with an opening sized and shaped to receive the dart game board may be assembled with the upper portion. The base portion is provided with a hinged door and with a supporting member extending from the base portion. The cabinet is delivered to a consumer in an unassembled state.Type: GrantFiled: February 5, 2003Date of Patent: September 21, 2004Assignee: DMI Sports, Inc.Inventors: Gary Giegerich, Paul Giegerich
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Publication number: 20040164653Abstract: A system for modular furniture is provided, consisting of a plurality of modules, each having a front wall, a back wall, a left wall, a right wall, a top wall and a bottom wall, the top wall having a recess and the bottom wall having at least one projection corresponding to and operable to fit within and securely engage the recess when a first of the modules is vertically stacked atop of a second of the modules. The modules can be interengagingly and securely stacked either directly atop other modules or staggered atop two or more others to provide a desired configuration. A number of adapters can be used with the modules to provide a number of customized solutions.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2003Publication date: August 26, 2004Inventor: Christine Elizabeth Winkless
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Publication number: 20040119380Abstract: An improved method and apparatus of attaching upper and lower component members of a tool storage assembly. The method and apparatus comprises at least one aperture located on a top ceiling portion of the lower component member, an L-shaped attachment bracket with its short leg penetrating the apertures in the ceiling portion, a supporting means on the bottom of the upper component member, and a fastening means for securing a long leg of the L-shaped attachment bracket to the supporting means.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 25, 2002Publication date: June 24, 2004Inventors: David A. Doerflinger, Daniel B. Guptail
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Patent number: 6712711Abstract: A entertaining system for entertaining guests. The entertaining system includes a buffet assembly comprising a main member and a plurality of drawers. Each of the drawers is extendable into the main member whereby each of the drawers is designed for storing items. The main member of the buffet assembly is designed for supporting food items to be served to the guests. A cabinet member comprises a perimeter wall. The perimeter wall defines an interior space. The cabinet member comprises at least one shelf portion. The shelf portion is designed for supporting tableware whereby the tableware is stored in the interior space of the cabinet member. A table assembly comprises a top member and a plurality of leg members. Each of the leg members downwardly extends from the top member whereby the leg members are designed for engaging a support surface for supporting the top member above the support surface.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2002Date of Patent: March 30, 2004Inventors: James Skelton, Roscoe Seller, Jr.
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Patent number: 6695418Abstract: Modular shelving with at least one cabinet that includes a plurality of shelves and vertical risers which serve to space the shelves and support loads placed thereon. Cabinet side wall, back wall and door panels are installed about the risers, with each component having a pair of spaced apart holes adapted to slide over the risers. The holes preferably have a diameter just slightly less than the smallest diameter portion of the risers over which the panels will be placed, and are surrounded by one or more radial slots which allow the material around the hole to flex and accommodate larger diameter portions of the risers with an interference fit. The interference fit eliminates the need for precise hole size manufacturing and provides an additional advantage of holding the cabinet doors in a position selected by the consumer.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 2002Date of Patent: February 24, 2004Assignee: Rubbermaid Inc.Inventors: Erik L. Skov, David A. Houk, Jr.