Abstract: A combinational drawer has a rectangular base frame, a first rectangular side frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a second rectangular side frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a first rectangular lateral frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a second rectangular lateral frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a first U-shaped rod connected to the first rectangular side frame and the second rectangular side frame, and a second U-shape rod connected to the first rectangular side frame anti the second rectangular side frame. A connection fastener has an L-shaped end inserted in the first rectangular lateral frame, a distal end inserted in the rectangular base frame, and a column inserted in the first rectangular side frame.

Abstract: Disclosed is a shelf assembly which can be mounted as a unit to a desired spot such as a wall with stability, cohesiveness, and design. The shelf assembly includes a shelf support and a shelf body. The shelf support includes a fixing part at least a portion of which is in contact with the desired spot, and a fall prevention part holding the shelf body while preventing it from falling off. The shelf body includes a cavity which can encase the shelf body entirely. Preferable examples include an example in which the fall prevention part has a leaf spring structure, an example in which the fixing part is substantially straight or has a shape resembling the letter “L,” and an example in which the desired spot is a corner wall and the shelf support comprises two fixing parts and a fall prevention part arranged between the two fixing parts.

Abstract: An air conditioner includes an outdoor section comprising an outdoor coil, a fan, and a refrigerant compressor housed within a cabinet. The cabinet includes an outer wrapper supported by a plastic base. The base and wrapper include features that facilitate the cabinet's assembly and shipping, enhance its appearance, and ensure its functional and structural integrity. For example, the base includes breakaway shipping tabs, lead-ins that help guide the wrapper and coil into position during assembly, and snaps that help hold the wrapper in place with a minimal number of screws. The wrapper includes watertight screw-receiving dimples for mounting electrical hardware, side panels that interconnect by way of a novel vertically sliding fit, and a spacer for protecting the coil from being crushed by the wrapper. A frame that supports the fan also supports the cabinet's top cover.

Abstract: A shielded housing of electrically conducting material for use in various electromagnetic applications. The housing comprises an upper part (10) and a lower part (20), each part having two side flanges (12, 13, 22, 23). When the housing is assembled, one of the pairs of side flanges fits resiliently inside the other pair, and the mutually contacting side flanges exert a surface contact pressure against each other, so as to jointly form sidewalls of the housing.

Abstract: A modular unit forming a part of an air handling system unit being arranged to support a heat exchanger coil therein. The unit contains a three dimensional framework that includes one longitudinally extended beam that is removably connected at each end to opposed corners of spaced end frames. The framework contains spaces between adjacent beams that are closed by removable panels. Removing the beam and the adjacent panels allows ease of access to the coil as well as installation and removal of the coil from the modular unit.

Abstract: A modular furniture system and its associated method of assembly. The modular furniture system contains a plurality of panels. The panels can be of any color and/or decorative texture. The panels are held in place by a rigid framework. The rigid framework is custom created by joining together a plurality of framing elements with a plurality of connection brackets. The framing elements are tubular structures with open ends. At least some of said framing elements have flanges extending therefrom that engage and support the panels. The connection brackets each have arms that pass into, and engage, the open ends of the framing elements. By providing several connection brackets of different configurations and a few framing elements of different configurations, a wide variety of furniture can be selectively created.

Abstract: A method of constructing a wardrobe or cupboard is disclosed which comprises securing to a wall two vertical tracks each having an apertured surface. Two side panels each having projections at its rear edge that engage in the apertures in the tracks are then mounted on the tracks to secure the side panels to the wall without the tracks supporting the weight of the side panels. Subsequently, horizontal elements of the wardrobe or cupboard are secured to the side panels.

Abstract: A flat panel assembly for a drawer tower includes a left panel including a left rail adapted to slidably receive a rim of a drawer, a right panel including a right rail adapted to slidably receive a rim of a drawer, and a back panel foldably integral with the left panel along a first joint, and foldably integral with the right panel along a second joint.

Abstract: A lockable bezel is disclosed. The lockable device comprises a main body, a transmission shaft, an elastic device and a latch. The main body has a first end and a second end. The transmission shaft has a first end and a second end, and is movably connected to the main body with the first end near to the first end of the main body and the second end near to the second end of the main body. The elastic device has a first end fixed on the main body and a second end fixed on the transmission shaft. The first end of the elastic device is near the first end of the main body and the second end of the elastic device is near the second end of the main body. The latch is coupled to the first end of the transmission shaft for locking in the hole of the base.

Abstract: A shelving system for displaying audio visual components that may be configured into multiple positions is disclosed. The system includes a base that supports a center platform disposed between right and left platforms. The center platform and the right and left platforms all may assume multiple positions for displaying and demonstrating different audio visual components of varying sizes. In a first upright position, the right and left platforms provide an open three walled platform for holding a large speaker or other component in an inclined position. In second inverted positions, the right and left platforms are useful for supporting a component, such as a smaller speaker, in an elevated position above the base. In a first upright position, the center platform provides an elevated platform for a larger component, such as a monitor with or without other components such as a DVD player and a video cassette recorder.

Abstract: Cabinet modules are readily attached and removed from selected attachment parts on a vertical support to provide customized portable storage and instrument mounting. Drawers may be accommodated within a module. A lock on a single drawer can secure all other drawers and modules on one side of the vertical support. An uninterruptable power supply can e incorporated into an enclosed, ventilated module and located at an attachment point low on the vertical support to maintain a low center of gravity while supplying portable power to electronic instruments carried on the vertical support.

Abstract: The modular security safe with offset security bolt box is provided. A method of manufacturing panels and assembling the safe is also provided. The modular safe includes a number of modular panels which serve as the top, bottom, back and sides of the safe. The side panels have security bolt boxes attached by bolts to inner surfaces. The modular top, bottom and back panels are attached to the side panels by bolts extending through the security bolt boxes. A door is fitted with moving bolts which engage the adjacent interior of the side-wall when closed, to prevent access.

Abstract: A cabinet cover construction for a formed sheet metal cabinet includes a front edge with two angled surfaces that are congruent with compatible angled surfaces of the top edge of the cabinet to ensure alignment of a closed cover on the cabinet and to prevent overbite of the cover upon closing thereof.

Abstract: A cabinet includes side panels, a back panel, and a top panel that frictionally-attach together with non-intrusive integrally-formed connectors. The illustrated base is screw-attached, and includes openings for routing wiring within the cabinet. Brackets are adapted to support shelves in the cabinet in either a flush or inset condition, and at different heights based on which cabinet slots they engage and based on their orientation in those slots. A light-transmitting top panel and top shelf can be used to provide improved light within the cabinet. Hinge brackets on the cabinet support either a thick door with internal storage space, a proud door or an inset door. Drawers supported in the cabinet include a lock within the drawer's header for operating a vertical cabinet lock rod.

Abstract: A modular currency bin has a pair of spaced end walls, a rear wall extending therebetween, and at least one support wall extending between the end walls and abutting the rear wall. At least one divider wall extends vertically parallel to and intermediate the end walls to define a multiplicity of compartments. One of the end walls has a pair of outwardly angled flanges extending along its side margins and the other of the end walls has inwardly angled flanges extending along its side margins and defining a channel therebetween configured and dimensioned to receive the outwardly extending flanges of another currency bin. Bins may be assembled in side-by-side relationship by interengaging the end wall flanges, and in vertically stacked relationship by interengaging end covers with the end wall flanges of the stacked bins.

Abstract: Cabinet modules are readily attached and removed from selected attachment parts on a vertical support to provide customized portable storage and instrument mounting. Drawers may be accommodated within a module. A lock on a single drawer can secure all other drawers and modules on one side of the vertical support. An uninterruptable power supply can e incorporated into an enclosed, ventilated module and located at an attachment point low on the vertical support to maintain a low center of gravity while supplying portable power to electronic instruments carried on the vertical support.

Abstract: The application discloses a ready-to-assemble kit containing pre-assembled components for a casegood. The kit comprises a plurality of component parts, wherein a majority, but less than all, of the component parts are pre-assembled to at least one other component part to form subassemblies. Preferably, at least seventy percent and no more than ninety percent of the component parts are pre-assembled to at least one other component part to form the subassemblies. The subassemblies and balance of component parts are configured for packaging together in a rectilinear shipping container such that the packed container includes less than about twenty-five percent void regions by volume when the kit is so packaged in the container.

Abstract: A combinational drawer has a rectangular base frame, a first rectangular side frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a second rectangular side frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a first rectangular lateral frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a second rectangular lateral frame disposed on the rectangular base frame, a first U-shaped rod connected to the first rectangular side frame and the second rectangular side frame, and a second U-shaped rod connected to the first rectangular side frame and the second rectangular side frame. A connection fastener has an L-shaped end inserted in the first rectangular lateral frame, a distal end inserted in the rectangular base frame, and a column inserted in the first rectangular side frame.

Abstract: A refrigerator cabinet assembly is disclosed. The refrigerator cabinet assembly has an outer case including two laterally spaced side walls and a top wall interconnecting the two side walls. Each of the side walls and the top wall is provided with front face portions and rear face portions. The structural strength of the outer case is increased by a plurality of reinforcing members. Said plurality of reinforcing members are secured to the outer case by, e.g., self-drilling screws. The refrigerator cabinet assembly is devoid of welded portion.

Abstract: An improved, multifunction office furniture system having a novel interlocking connecting mechanism which permits the easy assembly of a variety of different structural components in a variety of different configurations to form highly efficient work areas. The system includes uniquely configured, vertical support columns to which a number of different types of structural components can be quickly and easily connected and provides a highly versatile work station system which is very attractive, is easy to assembly, disassemble and adjust, and yet, is structurally sound and durable in use. Because of its novel construction, the system is capable of readily accommodating changing work conditions in the users' facilities.

Abstract: An improved storage cabinet that is relatively light weight while providing enhanced structural strength. The cabinet has specially formed side panels and back panels which, when joined together, form columns throughout the height of the cabinet's rear corners to enhance the cabinet's structural strength. The cabinet also has an end panel door stop, whose front edge is folded to create a reinforcement section, for cabinet doors to bear against. The cabinet also has double doors with complimentary forty-five degree and one hundred and thirty-five degree angle bends at the double doors' center line to prevent unauthorized line-of-sight access to the contents contained within the cabinet.

Abstract: An outdoor unit for an air conditioner having a reinforcing structure is disclosed. The outdoor unit comprises a base plate arranged at a bottom portion of a body of the outdoor unit; an upper plate arranged at an upper portion of a body of the outdoor unit; a plurality of support members connected between the base plate and the upper plate and arranged towards a circumference of the body with predetermined intervals; and a reinforcing member arranged between the support members for supporting the body of the outdoor unit, wherein the reinforcing member includes an upper reinforcing rod connected to both sides of the upper plate and prolonged to a lower direction; a lower reinforcing rod connected to both sides of the base plate and prolonged to an upper direction; and a connection reinforcing rod connected between the upper and lower reinforcing rods, thereby simplifying a construction of the reinforcing member which increases an intensity of the body of the outdoor unit and reduces a vibration.

Abstract: Molded plastic wall and floor mount cabinets include integral preformed electrical wire pathways, electrical boxes for mounting power receptacles or switches, junction boxes for housing interconnecting wiring, and lighting component areas. Both the wall and floor mount cabinets include a plastic primary structure that may either be a unitary molded box-like structure or a combination of top, bottom, rear, front, and side members that are then connected together.

Abstract: A quick-assembly storage unit comprises a back panel, a pair of side panels, a top panel, a bottom panel and at least one shelf member. In one embodiment, the unit includes door panels that are hingedly attached to the side panels. The back, side, top, and bottom panels are each configured to have a particular structure that provides a tight-fitting relationship between all interconnecting panels. Each of the shelf members are configured to have a particular structure that provides a tight-fitting relationship between each shelf member and the side panels and between each shelf member and the back panel. The structure and interconnection of the back, side, top, and bottom panels and shelf members provide the quick-assembly storage unit with a relatively high degree of structural integrity. The quick-assembly storage unit can be quickly assembled by the end user or consumer with a minimal amount of tools.

Abstract: An on-board entertainment display housing system for mounting flat panel displays, incorporating a plurality of interlocking extensions on a pair of mated panels coupled via a cam lock that provides operational support and rapid maintenance access to the flat panel.

Abstract: An equipment mounting rack is composed of a seismically sound skeleton structure having spaced vertical uprights supplemented by distinct spaced equipment mounting structures attached to that skeleton structure and extending along these vertical uprights and constituting side wall structures of a mounting rack interior space. The distinct spaced equipment mounting structures may have elongate first sections extending along the spaced vertical uprights, and elongate second sections extending along these first sections and constituting side wall structures of a mounting rack interior space. Cabinet walls may be attached to the skeleton structure, and the equipment mounting structures may constitute inside such cabinet walls side wall structures of a mounting rack interior space. The vertical uprights advantageously are reinforced by elongate partial enclosures that may avoid the need for a large number of weakening mounting holes in these uprights.

Abstract: A system for mounting a drawer front to a drawer box by use of two connecting members, each having two rectangular flanges at right angles to one another and a cone shaped positioning and locating member. The two connecting members are fixed to the front side portions of the drawer box so that the positioning and locating members extend a short distance forward of the front surface of the drawer box. The drawer front is initially positioned in the desired location with the drawer box in its closed position, and the drawer front is impacted by the person's hand to form small locating détents in the back surface of the drawer front. This is used to properly locate the drawer front when the drawer box is removed from its closed position and the final screws are used to attach the drawer front to the drawer box. In a second embodiment, a screw is inserted in each fastener a short distance to function as the protruding member.

Abstract: In a shield case for housing an electronic equipment therein, a plurality of metal plates include a top plate, a bottom plate, a front plate, a rear plate, a pair of side plates, which are assembled to one another in a box-like shape. A projection is formed on an outer face of the rear plate. A stopper projection is formed on an outer face of each side plate. A rear face holding piece extends downwardly from a rear edge of the top plate. The rear face holding piece is formed with a holding member at a lower end portion thereof. The holding member elastically abuts on the outer face of the rear plate, after climbing over the projection. Side face holding pieces extend downwardly from side edges of the top plate. Each side face holding piece is formed with a notched portion at a lower end portion thereof.

Abstract: A computer enclosure includes a base (10), a removable first side plate (90), and a drive bracket (30). The base has a front plate (12), a second side plate (14), a rear plate (15), and a bottom plate (16). The drive bracket is adapted to accommodate different sized disk drives. The drive bracket has a base plate (32) and a pair of side walls (34, 36). A rack (38) is formed adjacent one of the side walls. A pair of shelves (46) is respectively formed on the rack and the other side wall. A distance between the side walls is dimensioned to receive a large disk drive. A distance between the said other side wall and the rack is dimensioned to receive a small disk drive.

Abstract: A modular storage cabinet which can be shipped in a knocked-down condition and assembled on site with a minimal number of mechanical fasteners. Arcuate end connectors are provided for the side panels, which end connectors engage a tube at the corner connections. A sleeve slides over the arcuate end connectors, securely locking the side panels to the tube without the need for screws or any other fasteners. Top and bottom panels are attached at the corner connection assemblies. The cabinet includes a front panel which pivotally receives.one or more doors, or the doors can be directly connected to the top and bottom panels. The side walls in the preferred embodiment are manufactured by a plastic injection molding process. The interior of the side walls may include screw bosses integrally formed therein for attachment of drawer slides, shelving or other accessories. The corner connection assembly can be used for any type of corner connections, such as for modular office panel systems.

Abstract: A cabinet having a wall comprising an inner wall and an outer wall attached to the inner wall. A strengthening piece or material is positioned between the inner wall and the outer wall to provide strength and rigidity to the wall. Preferably, the strengthening piece or material has a honeycomb structure.

Abstract: A console structure for supporting equipment thereon, comprising a lower base structure; an upper turret structure supported on the base structure; the turret structure being independently laterally positionable relative to the base structure.

Abstract: A structural system comprises a set of elements including two or more plank members 10, which are preferably hollow and divided by interior partitions 12 into longitudinally extending compartments 13. The plank members 10 are open at each end, and are interconnected by connectors 20, comprising a stem 21, and two arrays of projections which may be aligned for in-line connection of the plank members, or set of right angles to form a corner, or have three arrays to provide a T-connection. The plank members 10 are connected vertically by rods 26 which pass through aligned apertures 14 in the plank members and notches 25 in the projections.

Abstract: Clips for restraining furniture doors from both vertical and horizontal movement during shipping and handling are provided. A clip includes an elongated base member having opposite first and second sides. A pair of elongated first and second panels extend outwardly from the base member first side in spaced-apart, opposing relationship. The first and second panels are configured to removably secure a portion of a furniture frame. An elongated third panel extends outwardly from the base member second side and is configured to engage an end portion of a furniture door and removably secure the door against the base member second side such that vertical and horizontal movement of the door relative to the frame is restrained.

Abstract: A drive bracket fastening structure includes first and second drive brackets (30, 70) and a connect panel (60). The first drive bracket includes a bottom plate (32). A pair of arcuate first slide rails (40) depends from the bottom plate. A first flange (42) depends from the bottom plate near a side thereof. A pair of through holes (44) is defined in the first flange. The connect panel is secured to the second drive bracket. The connect panel upwardly forms a pair of arcuate second slide rails (62). A second flange (64) extends upwardly from a side edge of the connect panel. A pair of screw holes is defined in the second flange. The second slide rails are slidably engaged with the first slide rails. The screw holes are aligned with the through holes for insertion of fasteners therein. The second drive bracket is thereby fastened to the first drive bracket.

Abstract: An equipment mounting rack is composed of a seismically sound skeleton structure having spaced vertical uprights supplemented by distinct spaced equipment mounting structures attached to that skeleton structure and extending along these vertical uprights and constituting side wall structures of a mounting rack interior space. The distinct spaced equipment mounting structures may have elongate first sections extending along the spaced vertical uprights, and elongate second sections extending along these first sections and constituting side wall structures of a mounting rack interior space. Cabinet walls may be attached to the skeleton structure, and the equipment mounting structures may constitute inside such cabinet walls side wall structures of a mounting rack interior space. The vertical uprights advantageously are reinforced by elongate partial enclosures that may avoid the need for a large number of weakening mounting holes in these uprights.

Abstract: A media filter cabinet for a gas furnace is sized to accept a high-efficiency media filter while being easily adaptable to accept a standard size filter. A perforated duct flange on one side of the cabinet permits ease of installation since the flange can be bent at 90 or 180 degrees along the perforations, or removed, depending on the type of duct the cabinet is installed with. The cabinet is adapted to fit a standard filter by using a removable bracket and a wire to retain the standard filter within the cabinet. With the removal of a front door and a back side of the cabinet, the cabinet collapses to diminish its shipping size. In one embodiment, the cabinet is in kit form which is easily assembled.

Abstract: A mechanical joint for joining a pair of structural components. The mechanical joint includes a bracket having a pair of legs, and a recess formed in at least one of the structural components. The recess accommodates a first leg of the bracket, with the first leg of the bracket being thereby concealed by the structural components.

Abstract: The invention provides a structural reinforcement and method of use therefore. The structural reinforcement preferably includes a bracket and a reinforcement material attached to the bracket. The bracket may include flanges for assisting in attaching the reinforcement to a wall of an article of manufacture. Preferably, the reinforcement material is expandable to wet and bond to the wall of the article and is also curable to harden and strengthen the wall of the article.

Abstract: A locker. The locker comprises a first side wall having an interlocking portion, a second side wall having a first interlocking portion engaging the interlocking portion of the first side wall and a second interlocking portion, and a third side wall having an interlocking portion engaging the second interlocking portion of the second side wall. A coin receptacle, coin receptacle locking mechanism, a shelf and a door for the locker are also disclosed. A method of manufacturing a locker is also provided. The method comprises cutting a first wall from a first material to a desired length, cutting a second wall from the first material to the desired length, cutting a third wall to the desired length, and slidingly engaging the first, second and third walls. A method for limiting access to a locking mechanism is also provided, which comprises positioning the locking mechanism adjacent an inward facing surface and fastening the locking mechanism to the locker.

Abstract: A modular storage cabinet which can be shipped in a knocked-down condition and assembled on site with a minimal number of mechanical fasteners. Arcuate end connectors are provided for the side panels, which end connectors engage a tube at the comer connections. A sleeve slides over the arcuate end connectors, securely locking the side panels to the tube without the need for screws or any other fasteners . Top and bottom panels are attached at the corner connection assemblies. The cabinet includes a front panel which pivotally receives one or more doors, or the doors can be directly connected to the top and bottom panels. The side walls in the preferred embodiment are manufactured by a plastic injection molding process. The interior of the side walls may include screw bosses integrally formed therein for attachment of drawer slides, shelving or other accessories. The corner connection assembly can be used for any type of corner connections, such as for modular office panel systems.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: A cage for an electronic component includes two spaced apart cast walls, and a roof member and a floor member connected to the two spaced apart cast walls. The walls are substantially identical, and the roof member and the floor member are each formed of a damped metallic laminate panel.

Abstract: A detachable cabinet comprises a bottom plate including four slots each on a corner, two spaced wells on the rear side, and a projection on the corner at the front side. A pair of side plates each includes two bottom pegs, a front longitudinal groove, an abutment member clung onto the front longitudinal groove, a rear longitudinal groove, and two spaced studs on the top. A rear plate includes two spaced studs on the bottom and on the top. A top plate includes six apertures on the bottom side and a slot on a front corner at the bottom side. A front door includes a projection on the top at the side opposite to a handle and a slot on the bottom on the same side as the projection of the door. A number of configurations are possible. Further, the cabinet is easy to assemble and is sturdy.

Abstract: A modular furniture construction system and kit having a horizontal platform with a coordinate region on a bottom side. The coordinate region has a coordinate pattern formed from a plurality of bore clusters, with each bore cluster preferably having two bores. The construction also includes first and second substructures each having at least two vertical panels which are vertically hinged together to form a preferably a ninety degree angle. The upper ends of the vertical panels are releasably connected to the bores such that a first panel of a first substructure contacts or at least confronts a second panel of a second substructure in a parallel manner.

Abstract: A flexible and economical data transmission pedestal is disclosed. The pedestal has a cover section and a base section, with the base section comprising two asymmetrical parts, a front and a rear. Removing the cover and the front part allow full access to the connections between service lines and a cable. The three piece pedestal also allows any part to be easily replaced if damaged or a whole new pedestal may easily be placed around a cable-service line connection, all without interrupting customer service.

Abstract: A telecommunications enclosure box for compactly supporting and housing components that provide communicative connection of remote multimedia equipment. The enclosure box includes a base, a front door, pairs of first and second mounting brackets, and pluralities of first and second securing elements. The pairs of first mounting brackets and second mounting brackets are adapted to support various components on the base for communicative connection of remote multimedia equipment.

Abstract: A shelving system for displaying audio visual components that may be configured into multiple positions is disclosed. The system includes a base that supports a center platform disposed between right and left platforms. The center platform and the right and left platforms all may assume multiple positions for displaying and demonstrating different audio visual components of varying sizes. In a first upright position, the right and left platforms provide an open three walled platform for holding a large speaker or other component in an inclined position. In second inverted positions, the right and left platforms are useful for supporting a component, such as a smaller speaker, in an elevated position above the base. In a first upright position, the center platform provides an elevated platform for a larger component, such as a monitor with or without other components such as a DVD player and a video cassette recorder.

Abstract: A modular laboratory cabinet assembly includes a pair of end units in inverted relation to one another, and at least one intermediate module interposed therebetween. A door is pivotably attached to the end units. Each end unit having a plurality of elongated supporting members and the intermediate module is formed with a plurality of columns. In the assembled condition, the supporting members and columns are aligned to form a continuous air-tight passage extending through the entire assembly.

Abstract: Collapsible structures are provided with enhancements and other features that impart additional utility or amusement value to the basic underlying structure. The collapsible structure has at least one foldable frame member having a folded and an unfolded orientation, and with a fabric material covering portions of the frame member to form a panel when the frame member is in the unfolded orientation. An electrical component can attached to the fabric material, and an electrical coupling connected to the electrical component. Alternatively, a two-dimensional or three-dimensional object can be attached to the fabric material.