Mounted On Wall, Ceiling Or Spaced Panels Patents (Class 312/245)
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Patent number: 8376477Abstract: A storage unit is provided for placement between upright studs of a wall. The unit may be unitary or be made into two telescoping box portions. Storage shelves are removably positioned in the interior area of the unit. For the two-piece unit, the storage shelves are made of two half shelves, with each half shelf having a terminal loop portion through which the other half shelf slides.Type: GrantFiled: October 25, 2010Date of Patent: February 19, 2013Inventor: Daniel Lee Schinzing
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Patent number: 8272702Abstract: A fixture includes a medicine cabinet having a cabinet body and a door. The fixture includes a frame which includes a frame body having a recess sized and shaped to receive the door, and an overhang which extends along the upper portion of the door. The fixture can include a guide rail which is repeatably moveable between positions away from and extending over the lower portion of the door, and an adjustable container assembly carried by the door.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 2010Date of Patent: September 25, 2012Inventor: Susan M. Brink
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Publication number: 20120229008Abstract: A cabinet structure assembly includes a cabinet, an attachment cover and an attachment member. The attachment cover includes a top wall portion. The top wall portion has an engagement recess with a first engagement face and an end part. The attachment member includes a base plate and a top plate. The top plate has a top face and an engagement protrusion that protrudes relative to the top face. The engagement protrusion has a second engagement face and a guide face. The second engagement face faces the first engagement face of the engagement recess. The guide face is arranged such that the guide face gradually deforms the end part of the top wall portion of the attachment cover away from the top face of the top plate upon installation of the attachment member relative to the attachment cover.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2012Publication date: September 13, 2012Applicant: FUNAI ELECTRIC CO., LTD.Inventor: Takahito YAMANAKA
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Patent number: 8262026Abstract: A device for the releasable fastening of a component in an aircraft includes a component carrier with a base plane, wherein the component carrier comprises an installation state in which the base plane of the component carrier comprises an angle relative to the horizontal base plane of the aircraft, and wherein the component carrier is equipped to accommodate a component in a releasably affixed manner.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2009Date of Patent: September 11, 2012Assignee: Airbus Operations GmbHInventors: Hartwig Jaeger, Gerd Rohlfs
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Patent number: 8246126Abstract: Provided are cabinets, methods of making the cabinets, and methods of using the cabinets. One embodiment of the cabinet includes an enclosure and at least one horizontally slidable closure panel interconnected to the enclosure with a first fully extendible concealed rail slide assembly mounted proximate the top of the enclosure and a second fully extendible concealed rail slide assembly mounted proximate the bottom of the enclosure.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2008Date of Patent: August 21, 2012Inventor: Ralph Johnannes Weber
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Patent number: 8235476Abstract: In a closet with an upper shelf and a door opening defined laterally by two vertical door frame posts which extend to the ceiling, a box frame having a box frame opening and a box frame door system is installed between these posts and above the location of the door opening. The box frame is fastened either to the door frame posts or to the ceiling to provide an opening by which articles may be more readily placed on the upper shelf. The upper shelf within the closet may extend only for a portion of the depth of the closet leaving a gap between such shelf and the box frame thereby providing access to objects present on the shelf through such gap.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2009Date of Patent: August 7, 2012Assignee: Jean-Jacques DesgrangesInventor: Jean-Jacques Desgranges
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Publication number: 20120194047Abstract: A built-in domestic appliance is provided that has a length-adjustable spacer sleeve to fasten the built-in domestic appliance to a wall with a fastening screw. The length-adjustable spacer has a first sleeve part mounted on the built-in domestic appliance and a second sleeve part that is telescopically adjustable relative to the first sleeve part and that is adjustable, in length, along an axis with respect to the first sleeve part until the second sleeve part is in contact with the wall. The built-in domestic appliance also includes a rotational securing assembly that limits rotational movement of the second sleeve part about the axis.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 4, 2011Publication date: August 2, 2012Applicant: BSH BOSCH UND SIEMENS HAUSGERATE GMBHInventors: Franz Kiechle, Karlheinz Rehm
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Publication number: 20120186164Abstract: An office workwall assembly includes a work frame assembly that includes a pair of vertical frame members, a horizontal frame member extending between and operably coupled to the pair of vertical frame members, wherein the pair of vertical frame members each include at least one longitudinally-extending channel. The frame assembly further includes a pair of frame mounting bracket secured within the at least one channel by at least one mechanical fastener and adapted to be secured to a wall structure and support the frame assembly from the wall structure, wherein the vertical frame members may be vertically, horizontally and/or angularly adjusted with respect to the mounting bracket positioned within the channel. The workwall assembly also includes an office utility assembly operably coupled with and supported by the pair of vertical frame members, wherein the office utility assembly is cantilevered from the frame assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 27, 2011Publication date: July 26, 2012Inventor: Jorge Pensi
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Patent number: 8177311Abstract: A storage and/or organization system may be used to store and/or organize various items. For example, the system may include one or more panels and one or more attachment members, which may be connected to the panels and may be used to hold and/or position various items in desired locations. The attachment members may be selectively connected to and/or removed from the panels to provide a variety of storage and organization solutions. The panels may include, for example, one or more receiving portions to which the attachment members may be connected to and/or disconnected from using a snap, friction and/or interference fit. One or more portions of the panels and/or the attachment members may deform and/or deflect to provide the snap, friction and/or interference. One or more portions of the panels and/or the attachment members may remain deformed and/or deflected to provide a tension fit.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2010Date of Patent: May 15, 2012Assignee: Red Star Traders, LLCInventors: William G. Apgood, II, Lenny Vainberg, William G. Apgood, Robert Glenn
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Publication number: 20120098396Abstract: A storage unit is provided for placement between upright studs of a wall. The unit may be unitary or be made into two telescoping box portions. Storage shelves are removably positioned in the interior area of the unit. For the two-piece unit, the storage shelves are made of two half shelves, with each half shelf having a terminal loop portion through which the other half shelf slides.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 25, 2010Publication date: April 26, 2012Inventor: Daniel Lee Schinzing
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Patent number: 8157313Abstract: An overhead storage unit including a single unit that spans across substantially the entire lateral width of the vehicle adjacent the top of the front windshield. In some preferred embodiments, the overhead storage unit includes a removable electronic device (such as, e.g., a CB radio support). In some preferred embodiments, the storage unit also includes a novel removable switch plate and a unique CB microphone mount.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2009Date of Patent: April 17, 2012Assignee: Volvo Group North America, LLCInventors: Kevin Nutt, Sandro Ramos
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Patent number: 8151980Abstract: A jewelry holding apparatus is adapted for attachment to a flat surface, and particularly the inner surface of a medicine cabinet door in the interest of convenience, privacy and space efficiency. The apparatus has a two-part frame which clips together to suspend a mesh screen for storing a variety of hook-type or loop earrings, as well as accessory hooks. The apparatus further includes an arrangement of adjacently positioned foam pillows that are packed tightly together for holding various items of jewelry between the foam pillows. An arrangement of hooks on the frame allow for storage of bracelets, watches, small necklaces, rings and earrings. One or more posts on either side of the top of the frame allow for hanging of longer necklaces. The apparatus mounts to the inner side of a medicine cabinet door using built-in magnets or adhesive pads.Type: GrantFiled: July 14, 2010Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Inventor: Susan DeMartino
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Patent number: 8123189Abstract: The invention provides a reading stand. The reading stand may comprising a base portion including at least one base portion sidewall, the base portion sidewall being supported by the base portion; and a platform portion forming a support surface to support the document, the platform portion including at least one page holder to retain the document. The reading stand may further include a side support clip extending from the platform portion such that the base portion sidewall is receivable between the platform portion and the side support clip in an assembled position, the side support clip having a protuberance disposed thereon, the protuberance engageable with the base portion sidewall. The assembled position affords side reading.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2005Date of Patent: February 28, 2012Assignee: Phifer IncorporatedInventors: Beverly C. Phifer, M. Scott Clark, Thomas G. Grammer
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Patent number: 8109580Abstract: An enclosure device is disclosed for housing a visual display device adjacent to a surface. The enclosure comprises a cabinet defining a cabinet chamber. A face plate defines a continuous frame. A pyramid body defines a cover chamber. The cabinet chamber receives the visual display device. The face plate compresses against the cabinet, for simultaneously positioning the face plate over the visual display device and positioning the pyramid body adjacent to the wall.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2009Date of Patent: February 7, 2012Assignee: Porcelain Promotions, Inc.Inventors: Damon Didier, Joe Hurst, Matthew Miller, Bob Bourassa, Rick Seal
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Patent number: 8104850Abstract: An office furniture unit has an outer face with slotted hangers, and a removable storage unit assembly including a bottom panel positioned in a generally horizontal orientation along the office furniture unit, and a top panel disposed above and generally parallel with the bottom panel. First and second panels are disposed at opposite ends of the top and bottom panels and are connected therewith to define a rigid, box-shaped case having an open back portion. The first and second end panels have rear portions with multiple vertically spaced slots. First and second hanger brackets have a rear portion with first hooks selectively received in the slotted hangers of the office furniture units, and a forward portion with second hooks selectively received in the slots in the rear portions of the first and second end panels to detachably support the case against the outer face of the office furniture unit.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2008Date of Patent: January 31, 2012Assignee: Steelcase Inc.Inventors: Allen C. Hager, Robert E. Jeffers, William K. Hofman, Brian L. Bultsma, Scott Michael Miller, Marvin C. Knauf, Karl Heinz Mueller, John R. Hamilton, Karl J. Mead
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Patent number: 8083300Abstract: An electronics enclosure is disclosed. The enclosure comprises a top plate and a cabinet frame, having at least two sides, coupled to the top plate. The enclosure further comprises a base plate pivotally coupled to the cabinet frame at an opposing end from the top plate, where the base plate has an upper surface and a lower surface and covers an opening in the cabinet frame. Moreover, at least one mounting plate is pivotally coupled inside the cabinet frame to hold at least one electronic component within the cabinet frame between the base plate and the top plate. The at least one mounting plate rotates from a first position wherein the at least one mounting plate is stored within the cabinet frame to a second position wherein the at least one mounting plate extends through the opening in the cabinet frame that is covered by the base plate.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2008Date of Patent: December 27, 2011Assignee: ADC Telecommunications, Inc.Inventor: Thomas G. MaCall
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Patent number: 8051506Abstract: The present invention is an article for storing shower and bathroom supplies comprising a rectangular unit with at least one cavity positioned between the center line of the bottom portion of the article and each terminal end of said bottom portion and a mounting whereby said mounting secures the article into place above a shower header.Type: GrantFiled: May 29, 2008Date of Patent: November 8, 2011Inventor: Stanley H Segal
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Patent number: 8025347Abstract: A mop holding device featuring a base, the front wall has a top edge and a top portion, the top portion is angled such that the top edge extends outwardly; a mop opening for receiving a pole portion of the mop disposed in the front wall; and a support bar in the inner cavity of the base for helping to support a head of the mop. A curved inner wall with a vertex is disposed in the inner cavity below the support bar, a hole is disposed in the vertex to allow passage of water out of the base. Optionally a backsplash is attached on the base, wherein a replaceable deodorizer component may be disposed on an inner surface of the backsplash. A mop holder component and/or hooks may be disposed on the base. The device may be mounted atop a stand or an expandable stand.Type: GrantFiled: July 7, 2010Date of Patent: September 27, 2011Inventor: Eduvijes Solis
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Patent number: 8007059Abstract: A contraband barrier on a mounting surface for use on an intensive use furniture component providing a sealing connection between the mounting surface and a floor or wall to prevent liquid from seeping under or behind the furniture component and discourage hiding contraband between the floor or wall and the mounting surface. The furniture component is formed by an outer shell having a side wall extending generally perpendicular to the mounting surface. A mounting flange is disposed adjacent the sidewall. A bolt hole is formed in the mounting flange. The sealing connection comprises a caulk channel formed as a channel in the mounting surface for receiving a bead of caulk to fill the seam between the mounting surface and the wall or floor to prevent fluid from seeping past the caulk channel to a space adjacent the interior mounting surface.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2007Date of Patent: August 30, 2011Assignee: Norix Group, Inc.Inventors: Richard B. Karl, Scott Karl, Kurt Staskon
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Patent number: 8002218Abstract: A combination ventilation and stowage bin system including at least one support duct defining an inlet for receiving conditioned air from a supply duct and an outlet for directing air into a passenger compartment, and a stowage bin for stowing luggage mounted to and supported by the at least one support duct, the stowage bin entirely supported by the duct such that the bin is free from direct attachment to an interior wall or supporting structure other than the duct.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2008Date of Patent: August 23, 2011Assignee: BE Aerospace, Inc.Inventor: Glenn A. Johnson
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Patent number: 7984815Abstract: A storage unit for use in the home, garage, or business. The storage unit includes has a mounting arrangement that permits a user to easily mount the storage unit to a wall. The storage unit also includes a shelving arrangement that can be adapted to customize the use of the storage unit in the home, garage, or business.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2008Date of Patent: July 26, 2011Inventor: John P. Lynch
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Patent number: 7983026Abstract: A surface-mount touch panel cradle is disclosed for use in electrically controlling remote components. The surface-mount touch panel cradle comprises a surface mounted receptacle. A cradle frame can be coupled to the receptacle. A frame biasing mechanism can be configured to move the cradle frame away from the information mount to enable the touch panel to be inserted and removed from the receptacle. An electrical connection can be located within the receptacle. The electrical connection can be configured to be electrically coupled to the touch panel.Type: GrantFiled: September 2, 2005Date of Patent: July 19, 2011Assignee: Control4 CorporationInventors: William B. West, Paul E. Nagel, Roger T. Johnsen, Brent D. Madsen
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Patent number: 7959241Abstract: A pullout storage structure for a bathroom cabinet, such as a vanity or medicine cabinet, has a hinge linkage for moving a storage unit between an opened and a closed position such that the storage unit travels an arcuate path and maintains its orientation. Smooth and easy movement of the pullout storage structure is facilitated by an over-center assist member. The assist member tends to close, and keep closed, as well as open, and keep open, the pullout structure.Type: GrantFiled: April 25, 2007Date of Patent: June 14, 2011Assignee: Kohler Co.Inventors: Michael Kohlmann, Daniel N Halloran, Matthew M. Smeltzer, Scott R. Krebs
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Publication number: 20110121700Abstract: The present disclosure describes a suspended cabinet system having a base cabinet affixed to a wall with a leveled mounting bracket for suspending the cabinet from the floor surface to provide a level counter top surface regardless of imperfections or uneven floors. Further, an adjustable kick plate may be mounted under the cabinet to enclose the lower exposed recess. Still further, one or more side panels may be utilized to cover the exposed sides of the cabinet to provide a finished and a more aesthetically appealing appearance.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 6, 2009Publication date: May 26, 2011Inventor: Larry S. Porter
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Patent number: 7918418Abstract: A device for introducing forces into a luggage compartment and for transferring and/or distributing the forces and/or stresses in vehicles, particularly in fast traveling vehicles such as aircraft, ground vehicles and watercraft, e.g. express trains, speedboats and the like, has a ceiling-side connecting element arranged between extensions of end-side side walls of the luggage compartment. The device has a simple design and can be economically produced. The invention provides for the introduction of the forces into the luggage compartment via the ceiling-side connecting element, configured, for example, as a strip that distributes forces for stresses.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2004Date of Patent: April 5, 2011Assignee: FACC AGInventors: Walter Stephan, Erich Pamminger
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Publication number: 20110062834Abstract: An enclosure for protecting and concealing a hydrant is provided. More specifically, the enclosure includes a box for integration into the wall and a replaceable fascia interconnected thereto. The fascia receives a door that is selectively opened and closed to expose the hydrant stored therein. In operation, the fascia and associated door may be removed and/or replaced without having to remove the entire box and hydrant.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 16, 2009Publication date: March 17, 2011Applicant: WCM INDUSTRIES, INC.Inventors: William T. Ball, William L. Carlson
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Publication number: 20100320886Abstract: A display device includes a front frame, a panel module, and a back cover, wherein the panel module is disposed between the front frame and the back frame. The panel module includes an active area and a base respectively facing the front frame and the back cover. The back cover further includes a plurality of anchor portions and a plurality of wall connecting portions. The anchor portion extends from the back cover toward the base and is fixed on the base using a screw or other elements. The wall connecting portion is formed on one side of the anchor portion and is coupled with a hanger disposed on a wall using screws or other elements to hang the display device on the wall.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2010Publication date: December 23, 2010Applicant: AU OPTRONICS CORPORATIONInventors: Li-Fu Sung, Chung-Min Wang
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Publication number: 20100308702Abstract: A storage and/or organization system may be used to store and/or organize various items. For example, the system may include one or more panels and one or more attachment members, which may be connected to the panels and may be used to hold and/or position various items in desired locations. The attachment members may be selectively connected to and/or removed from the panels to provide a variety of storage and organization solutions. The panels may include, for example, one or more receiving portions to which the attachment members may be connected to and/or disconnected from using a snap, friction and/or interference fit. One or more portions of the panels and/or the attachment members may deform and/or deflect to provide the snap, friction and/or interference. One or more portions of the panels and/or the attachment members may remain deformed and/or deflected to provide a tension fit.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2010Publication date: December 9, 2010Inventors: William G. Apgood, II, Lenny Vainberg, William G. Apgood, Robert Glenn
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Patent number: 7845520Abstract: An apparatus adapted for use with a dispenser to render the dispenser water resistant is provided. The dispenser for which it is provided has a housing including a compartment formed therein, an exit port, and a back housing portion including at least one aperture therein. The apparatus comprises a mounting plate configured to be mounted to a vertical surface. The mounting plate includes at least one rotational key extending therefrom. When at least a portion of the back housing portion of the dispenser is positioned against the mounting plate, the key is positioned to extend through the aperture in the back housing portion. The dispenser is releasably coupled against the mounting plate when the key is rotated such that it is not aligned with the aperture through which it extends, thereby holding the housing against the mounting plate. A kit may be provided which includes the mounting plate. A system including the mounting plate and a dispenser may be provided.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2005Date of Patent: December 7, 2010Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Gerald Lewis Clark, David W. Kapiloff, Ronald Lynn Beal, II
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Patent number: 7837170Abstract: A system comprising a tram-rail assembly attachable to a downwardly facing surface (e.g., the underside of a cabinet), a movable carriage assembly, locked into, and suspended on the tram-rails, and a clamshell-configured, pull-down easel attached to the underside of the carriage assembly. The system allows the user to mount, move, remove, and store articles such that the articles are inconspicuous or essentially hidden from view under a downwardly-facing surface, and such that pull-down access to said articles can be gained easily by a user and can be adjusted for height, tilt and depth relative to the user and laterally along the entire, continuous facing edge of a downwardly-facing surface and whereby said access orientation adjustments and said manipulations can be executed easily.Type: GrantFiled: July 29, 2008Date of Patent: November 23, 2010Assignee: Beanius, L.L.C.Inventor: Ryan H. Behroozi
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Publication number: 20100289392Abstract: A wall track system is provided with overhead storage cabinets or other furniture components to accommodate mounting of the furniture components in multiple configurations in a minimum of space. This system includes wall tracks which have two opposite side faces with two different slot patterns that accommodate two different mounting orientations for the furniture components.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2010Publication date: November 18, 2010Inventor: Jason DeWEERD
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Patent number: 7819454Abstract: A vehicle cabinet having cabinet cleats used in conjunction with a vehicle cabin having cabinet cleat receivers is provided for use with a vehicle for operation on the ground. The cabinet cleat receivers cooperate with the cabinet cleats in such a way that locating the receivers with the cleats is easy and requires minimal manipulation by an installer. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2008Date of Patent: October 26, 2010Assignee: International Truck Intellectual Property Company, LLCInventors: Robert C. Kittelson, Joel D. Reed, Patrick E. Temple, Timothy G. Siebert, Charles W. Kipfer
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Publication number: 20100259145Abstract: Assemblies and methods for mounting telecommunications equipment, such as patch panels is provided. A mounting assembly is disclosed including a swing gate adapted to host a plurality of telecommunications equipment. The swing gate is hingedly attached to a support frame by a pair of aligned hinges adapted to allow the swing gate to open and close. The support frame includes support members defining an opening for fitting telecommunications equipment within the support frame when the swing gate is closed. The support frame is adapted to be mounted with respect to various mounting locations such as a support structure of a raised floor or drop ceiling, a wall, and/or a cabinet. A cabinet adapted to enclose the support frame includes walls defining a cavity. At least one of the walls is a front door adapted to open and close and allow access to the swing gate when the front door is open. The cabinet is adapted to be mounted with respect to a raised floor, drop ceiling, or a wall.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2010Publication date: October 14, 2010Applicant: ORTRONICS, INC.Inventors: Mark E. Martich, Lars R. Larsen, Stewart A. Levesque
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Patent number: 7780128Abstract: Disclosed herein is a system for leveling relative to a basis surface. The system includes an object having a first side confronting the basis surface and a second side opposite of the first side, a rod positioned to extend beyond the first side of the object to space the object from the basis surface and beyond a second side of the object to provide access to the rod, and first and second couplers to couple the rod and the object. Each of the first and second couplers includes a respective threaded hole threadably engaged with the rod to a position in which respective surfaces of the first and second couplers are in contact with, and rotationally stationary with respect to, the first and second sides of the object, respectively, such that rotation of the rod translates into translational displacement of the first and second couplers and the object.Type: GrantFiled: January 21, 2008Date of Patent: August 24, 2010Inventor: Martin C. Walsberg
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Publication number: 20100206765Abstract: A medical compliance chart and dispenser for storing and dispensing medication that is easy and efficient to use and, if desired, carry from one place to another. The chart comprises a backing sheet having a plurality of medication containers attached thereto in a row and column arrangement which defines a calendar configuration so the user may have each day's medication inside a container designated for that day. The chart is utilized with packets of medication cooperatively sized with the containers to fit within a container chamber defined by walls of the container body. The packets are marked for the time of day to help the user remember to take medication and to avoid double taking it. The chart can be made out of stiff, hard materials or relatively soft, flexible materials that are easy to fold and carry. The chart can be mounted to a wall or inside a cabinet.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2009Publication date: August 19, 2010Inventor: Elpidio A, Fonte
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Patent number: 7775611Abstract: A mop holding device comprising a base; a plurality of ventilation holes disposed in the first side wall of the base; a mop opening for receiving the mop disposed at the top edge of the front wall of the base; a support bar for helping to support the mop head attached to the first and second side wall of the base near the front wall; and a removable tray for collecting water from the mop slidably received in an aperture disposed in the first side wall near the bottom wall of the base; wherein the mop is draped over the mop opening such that the head of the mop is inserted into the inner cavity of the base and over the support bar.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2009Date of Patent: August 17, 2010Inventor: Eduvijes Solis
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Patent number: 7762635Abstract: A cabinet (1) for first-aid products with an illustrated array of products distributed over and visible from a front side of the cabinet where the products can be easily grasped. The cabinet (1) includes a cabinet body (7) and two doors (2,3). A first door (2) to an inner space (4) of the cabinet (1) can be locked, the first door (2) includes openings (5) disposed to enable first-aid products to be taken out through the door (2). A second door (3) which is not lockable, is arranged on the outside of the first door (2) and the space (4) is intended to accommodate a store of first-aid products.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 2005Date of Patent: July 27, 2010Assignee: Cederroth International ABInventor: Davorin Spoljaric
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Patent number: 7735266Abstract: An architectural system adaptable to patient acuity level has a headwall unit with a cavity, a ceiling unit, and a column coupled to the ceiling unit. The column is movable between a first position in which at least a majority of the column is situated in the cavity and a second position in which the column is situated outside the cavity. Various types of patient-care equipment is also disclosed. The patient-care equipment is included in, or is coupleable to, one or more of the ceiling unit, the headwall unit, or the column.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2008Date of Patent: June 15, 2010Assignee: Hill-Rom Services, Inc.Inventors: Dennis J. Gallant, Dennis M. Lanci, John P. Biondo
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Patent number: 7735428Abstract: A table assembly which permits a table top to have a first use position and a second stored position is disclosed. In the first position the table top may serve as a conference table, desk, dining table or the like and in the second position be positioned essentially parallel with an upright wall of a room in which it is installed. The storage unit may also be a furniture piece comprising a variety of optional features. In one embodiment, a storage unit furniture piece comprises a deeper cabinet structure that may be fitted with, for example shelves for books and the like or a bar for hanging clothing. Generally, the table assembly is secured to a wall of a room or installed between the studs which frame the wall of a room. The table assembly may have its own upright wall.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 2007Date of Patent: June 15, 2010Assignees: Suzanne Dupree, Michael Carl PettyInventor: Michael Carl Petty
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Publication number: 20100045151Abstract: A domestic appliance for installation in a furniture frame, the appliance includes an essentially rectangular body, and two vertical cover sections affixed to the front vertical edges of the body, which extend laterally beyond the vertical edges onto the furniture frame. A horizontal cover section is pushed in between the vertical sections along an upper front edge of the body.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 6, 2009Publication date: February 25, 2010Applicant: BSH BOSCH UND SIEMENS HAUSGERATE GMBHInventors: Karl-Friedrich Laible, Helmut Steichele
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Publication number: 20100033068Abstract: The present invention relates to a wall cabinet for modular kitchens made up of a first bottom (1), an identical top (2), a back panel (4) and two identical lateral sides (3), in which at least one metal section (6, 7, 100) is interposed between the lower sides (3a), being provided with a lower longitudinal groove (6b, 60b) designed to receive and support underthecabinet accessories and/or a longitudinal groove (7b, 70b) designed to receive a LED light (8).Type: ApplicationFiled: February 20, 2008Publication date: February 11, 2010Applicant: COMPAGNUCCI HOLDING S.P.A.Inventor: Rossano Compagnucci
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Publication number: 20100011645Abstract: Disclosed is a decorative wall mounted container system. The system includes a container with an opened front and a pivotal forward cover. The cover has both a closed orientation, overlying the opened front of the container and an opened orientation. The front face of the cover can take the form of a decorative picture, which is displayed when the cover is in the closed orientation. In the opened configuration, the cover is retained at a 90-degree angle relative to the container, such that the rearward face of the cover can be used as a work surface and the contents of the container can be accessed.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2009Publication date: January 21, 2010Inventor: Samantha Milburn-Hall
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Publication number: 20090230711Abstract: A vehicle cabinet having cabinet cleats used in conjunction with a vehicle cabin having cabinet cleat receivers is provided for use with a vehicle for operation on the ground. The cabinet cleat receivers cooperate with the cabinet cleats in such a way that locating the receivers with the cleats is easy and requires minimal manipulation by an installer. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 11, 2008Publication date: September 17, 2009Applicant: International Truck Intellectual Property Company, LLCInventors: Robert C. Kittelson, Joel D. Reed, Patrick E. Temple, Timothy G. Siebert, Charles W. Kipfer
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Publication number: 20090096334Abstract: An organizing product that includes a storage compartment comprising front and rear walls each having inwardly and outwardly facing surfaces, a dry erase board attached to the outwardly facing surface of the storage compartment, and a calendar removably mounted in overlying relation to the dry erase board. A septum divides the storage compartment into upper and lower sections and adds rigidity to the organizing product. A magnet attached to the outwardly facing surface of the rear wall and/or a pair of openings formed through the rear wall permit the organizing product to be mounted to a vertically oriented surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 16, 2007Publication date: April 16, 2009Applicant: MeadWestvaco CorporationInventors: Kurt Sward, Brian Clemens, Don Lehman, Jill Pearson
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Publication number: 20090058240Abstract: An overhead storage unit providing a consumer with an efficient system of using otherwise un-usable overhead space for the storage of various articles. The overhead storage unit includes a mounting frame for securing the storage unit to the underside of a horizontal surface, such as ceiling for example, a storage bin, and a swing coupling attaching the storage bin to the mounting frame. The swing coupling allows the storage bin to be swing from a raised, stowed position with the top of the storage bin being parallel to the horizontal surface to a lowered, rearward position while maintaining the top of the bin parallel to the horizontal surface. The storage unit further comprises a mechanism that provides a mechanical advantage to aid a consumer in raising and lowering the storage bin in a controlled manner, and a latch for securing the storage bin in the raised position.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2007Publication date: March 5, 2009Inventor: FRED STUWE
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Patent number: 7481014Abstract: Disclosed is a decorative wall mounted container system. The system includes a container with an opened front and a pivotal forward cover. The cover has both a closed orientation, overlying the opened front of the container and an opened orientation. The front face of the cover can take the form of a decorative picture, which is displayed when the cover is in the closed orientation. In the opened configuration, the cover is retained at a 90-degree angle relative to the container, such that the rearward face of the cover can be used as a work surface and the contents of the container can be accessed.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 2006Date of Patent: January 27, 2009Inventor: Samatha Milburn
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Patent number: 7472971Abstract: A media center for housing audio-video equipment and displaying a video display includes a cabinet for housing electronic components, a display panel or column, and an adjustable attachment. The display panel defines a cavity for routing wires of the electronic components. The cabinet is movably attached to the display panel via the adjustable attachment, and is movable relative to the display panel between a use position, where the rear portion of the cabinet is substantially abutted against the display panel, and a service position, where the rear portion of the cabinet is at least partially spaced from the display panel for accessing the wires of the electronic components. The display panel may be supported on a channel member that defines a routing cavity therealong for routing wires of the electronic components.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 2005Date of Patent: January 6, 2009Assignee: Nucraft Furniture CompanyInventors: Valerie L Schmieder, Robert J Bockheim, Christopher A Pike, Phillip A Jones, Michael Fedrigo, Robert J Surman, Daniel J Bockheim
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Publication number: 20080296457Abstract: An office furniture unit has an outer face with slotted hangers, and a removable storage unit assembly including a bottom panel positioned in a generally horizontal orientation along the office furniture unit, and a top panel disposed above and generally parallel with the bottom panel. First and second panels are disposed at opposite ends of the top and bottom panels and are connected therewith to define a rigid, box-shaped case having an open back portion. The first and second end panels have rear portions with multiple vertically spaced slots. First and second hanger brackets have a rear portion with first hooks selectively received in the slotted hangers of the office furniture units, and a forward portion with second hooks selectively received in the slots in the rear portions of the first and second end panels to detachably support the case against the outer face of the office furniture unit.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 29, 2008Publication date: December 4, 2008Inventors: Allen C. Hager, Robert E. Jeffers, William K. Hofman, Brian L. Bultsma, Scott Michael Miller, Marvin C. Knauf, Karl Heinz Mueller, John R. Hamilton, Karl J. Mead
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Publication number: 20080278047Abstract: A medicine cabinet has refrigeration capability for storing sensitive bathroom items. An evaporation tray is provided to receive condensation from the refrigeration system and evaporate it to the atmosphere without disrupting ornamental characteristics. The refrigerator compartment is preferably a modular unit.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2008Publication date: November 13, 2008Inventors: Douglas J. Diemel, Herbert V. Kohler, JR.
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Patent number: 7431245Abstract: Various embodiments of the invention are directed to a system for removably mounting a signal testing unit to a suitable vehicle surface, and optionally providing for an electrical connector to a power source, GPS antenna, and cellular antennas such that moving a signal testing unit from one vehicle to another can be accomplished more easily. The mounting system includes a connector plate that is attachable to a vehicle surface and includes a plurality of guide pins extending perpendicularly from the connector plate. Guide pin receivers are attached to at least two faces of a signal testing unit and, when each guide pin receiver slidably engages each of the guide pins, movement of the signal testing unit relative to the connector plate is prevented.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2004Date of Patent: October 7, 2008Assignee: United Parcel Service of America, Inc.Inventors: Steven L. Smith, Chris R. Radosta, Mark Horton, Daniel Silvernale, Christopher T. Schenken