Abstract: Disclosed are a fireproof cabinet body structure and a fireproof safety cabinet. The fireproof cabinet body structure comprises a cabinet body, the cabinet body comprises an inner panel, a gypsum board and a keel frame, and the inner panel and the gypsum board are fixedly mounted on two sides of the keel frame. The fireproof safety cabinet comprises a cabinet body and a cabinet door, the cabinet body is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet, ventilation fire-retardant valves are mounted at the air inlet and the air outlet, an inner side of the cabinet body is provided with an air supply opening corresponding to the air inlet and an air return opening corresponding to the air outlet, and the cabinet body is provided with electrostatic grounding bolts connected with the keel frame at the top part and/or side part of the cabinet body.

Abstract: A tool for removing an adhesive from a hair weft includes a base portion having a first region with an interior surface, and a second region; a partial covering portion having a first region with an access aperture exposing the interior surface of the base portion, and a second region; a pivotable hinge coupling the base portion and the partial covering portion and configured to allow the base portion and the partial covering to bias relative to each other; and a containment aperture configured to hold a roll of a fabric therein, the aperture at least partially bounded by the second region of the base portion and the second region of the partial covering portion.

Abstract: An apparatus includes a switch cabinet and a device housing. The device housing is adapted to accommodate a component of a device and the switch cabinet is adapted to accommodate electrical equipment for the device. The switch cabinet is operable to be moved between an open position and a closed position relative to the device housing. When in the closed position a wall of the switch cabinet closes off an opening in the device housing, and when in the open position the wall of the switch cabinet is removed from the opening in the device housing so as to expose that opening.

Abstract: A portable multipurpose clipboard box equipped for securing and sectioning documents, holding keys, and dispensing tape.

Abstract: A combined capture and fire containment apparatus. The apparatus includes a telescoping rectangular prism-shaped hollow structure including a rectangular prism-shaped containment box and a rectangular prism-shaped lid portion. The lid portion is attached on opposing sides by telescoping drawer slides to the containment box. A sealing gasket is disposed on a peripheral edge of the prism-shaped lid portion to seal between the lid portion and the containment box. A latch is on an outside side portion of the lid and containment box to latch the lid portion and containment box in the closed position. A gas and fume collection filter in communication with an interior of the containment box is disposed in the lid portion. The lid portion contains a first handle disposed on an end portion of the lid portion. A second handle is disposed on a side portion of the containment box.

Abstract: A memory module is disclosed. The memory module may have an insulator. The memory module may also have a device disposed within the insulator. The memory module may further have a filler disposed on the device. The filler may be configured to expand and flow into one or more cracks in the insulator, when the filler is subjected to a threshold temperature.

Abstract: An oven appliance includes a cabinet that defines a chamber. A pair of doors is rotatably mounted to provide selective access to the chamber of the cabinet. The pair of doors is connected with a linkage assembly such that the doors rotate open and closed simultaneously. The linkage assembly includes a spur gear that engages another gear of the linkage assembly. The spur gear can hinder unwanted rotation of the pair of doors or compress the pair of doors against a seal.

Abstract: A fire-resistant outer casing for an electrical installation cabinet is particularly suited for use in a rail vehicle. The electrical installation cabinet has an installation space, an inner door and an outer casing. The outer casing is at least partially formed from veneered plywood. At least one layer of the veneered plywood is formed from a material which expands in the event of a fire.

Abstract: A system for suppressing an overheat condition in an electrical housing includes an electrical housing that defines a housing area including one or more electrical devices; a suppression fluid container containing a suppression fluid; a valve configured to regulate the flow of the suppression fluid from the suppression fluid container to the housing area; at least one sensor configured to sense at least one of temperature and smoke; and a controller communicatively connected to the at least one sensor and the valve, the controller configured to receive signals from the at least one sensor indicating an overheat condition in the housing area; and in response to the received signals indicating the overheat condition in the housing area, control the valve to allow the suppression fluid to flow from the suppression fluid container into the housing area, in order to suppress the overheat condition in the housing area.

Abstract: A door assembly for an oven comprises an inner frame, a first glass panel and a first pair of brackets coupled with the inner frame and compressively retaining the first glass panel against the inner frame.

Abstract: A case for portable laptop computers and the like including removed batteries to contain and control the bi-products of combustion associated with the unintentional and unexpected combustion of electronic component batteries typically occurring during the thermal runaway of the batteries. The fire containment case controls heat, flame and toxic gases associated therewith. The case has an airtight seal with integrated filters to trap and neutralize the smoke and gas released during combustion. A variety of heat insulation both active and passive can be used along with condition status instruments, and fire suppression can also be provided in core construction and external adaption input suppression inlets.

Abstract: A disaster-proof data safe with multiple, insulated, surrounding solid structural metal walls for housing functioning digital electronic computing, data processing, data storage, communications and high power density blade server systems has one or more coaxial helical coil coolant tubes circulating a coolant liquid encircled around an interior hexahedral, housing space for removing heat generated in the housing space and insulating the housing space from sources of heat external to the safe. Features of the safe include a plurality of longitudinal heat sink bars thermally coupled to the encircling helical coil coolant tubes supported either by the helical coil coolant tubes or the interior structural metal sidewalls of the housing space. The helical coil coolant tubes and the heat sink bars are preferably composed from metals such as copper, aluminum and their alloys that have a high thermal conductivity and that retain structural integrity at temperature ranging up to 500° C.

Abstract: An insulation system for a thermal oven. The insulation system comprises a cabinet and a liner positioned within the cabinet. The liner defines an oven cavity. The liner includes opposing sides, a top, a bottom, a front and a back. A layer of insulation is positioned between the cabinet and the outside of the opposing sides, top, bottom and back of the liner. The layer of insulation is positioned to create an air gap between the insulation and the opposing sides, top, bottom and back of the liner. The insulation has a thermal energy reflective facing attached to an interior surface facing the liner.

Abstract: A file cabinet is provided and comprises an outer housing defining an opening, at least one file drawer assembly slidably disposed within the opening, the at least one file drawer assembly including an open-ended storage box, and a split-bodied fire-resistant cavity including first and second cavity portions. The first cavity portion is mounted within the outer housing, and the second cavity portion is mounted to the file drawer assembly and is configured to surround a portion of the open-ended storage box. A mating interface is provided between the first and second cavity portions. The open-ended storage box is accessible when the at least one file drawer assembly is in an open position. The first and second cavity portions are configured to join together at the mating interface to entirely surround the open-ended storage box when the at least one file drawer assembly is in a closed position.

Abstract: The purpose of the disclosure is to provide an insulation structure for efficiently controlling a thermal flow and protecting objects that is easy to implement, has a low cost and is compliant with strict standards in terms of fire resistance while offering protection against crushing and immersion. Accordingly the disclosure relates to a method for protecting at least one object previously encapsulated in a sealed pocket, that comprises imbedding the objects without trapping any air in a body of a high thermal-resistance insulator containing gypsum crystals, said insulator body being cast in a structure having a high mechanical resistance to crushing, and said structure consisting of an intermediate mould or directly defining a housing. A casing obtained by said method comprises the body block of a high thermal-resistance insulator and the housing having a high mechanical resistance to crushing.

Abstract: An advertising apparatus for placement on a food cart or “duty free” cart permits the passenger to readily identify that “duty free” sale is taking place. The advertising apparatus also permit vendors and manufacturers of the “duty free” items to advertise their products directly on the cart for clear viewing by the passenger. It is further envisioned that the advertising apparatus may be mounted to the service cart at any time to enable third party advertising even when “duty free” sale is not taking place, e.g., during the distribution of food, snacks, meals etc. during the flight.

Abstract: A housing assembly for a portable electronic device includes a shell including a supporting portion, a frame, and a latching member. The latching member includes a body portion, at least one positioning portion and at least one bent portion. The body portion is disposed on the shell. The positioning portion is secured in the shell. The bent portion engages the frame. The supporting portion of the shell resists the positioning portion of the latching member.

Abstract: A file cabinet is provided and comprises an outer housing defining an opening, at least one file drawer assembly slidably disposed within the opening, the at least one file drawer assembly including an open-ended storage box, and a split-bodied fire-resistant cavity including first and second cavity portions. The first cavity portion is mounted within the outer housing, and the second cavity portion is mounted to the file drawer assembly and is configured to surround a portion of the open-ended storage box. A mating interface is provided between the first and second cavity portions. The open-ended storage box is accessible when the at least one file drawer assembly is in an open position. The first and second cavity portions are configured to join together at the mating interface to entirely surround the open-ended storage box when the at least one file drawer assembly is in a closed position.

Abstract: An articulating infrared window to be installed into a panel of a cabinet is disclosed. The window includes a window housing and an infrared transparent pane. The infrared transparent pane is installed within the window housing. Embodiments of the window housing can include various articulation mechanisms including individually or in combination a double gimbal assembly, a single gimbal and rotary stage, a ball and socket joint, and an extension joint (such as a bellows) for articulating the infrared transparent pane.

Abstract: A fire resistant and water resistant enclosure for an operable computer digital data storage device is provided. The enclosure has walls made of gypsum or concrete and, in one embodiment, has two small ventilation openings which remain open during normal operation of the digital data storage device and during the presence of fire. This embodiment has no moving parts. In the presence of fire, air and superheated steam from inside the enclosure expand and flow outwardly through the ventilation passageways. As those gases flow outwardly, they simultaneously block or prevent the transfer of heat from the exterior fire inwardly through those passageways. A water resistant pouch or coating surrounding the storage device prevents damage from flood, water, steam generated by the insulation or smoke from passing through said passageways and damaging the storage device.

Abstract: An internal hinge for a fire-resistant enclosure is provided. The internal hinge includes a cabinet end and a door end. The cabinet end is pivotally coupled with a bracket mounted on the enclosure and the door end is fixedly coupled with a door of the enclosure. The hinge includes first, second, third, and fourth segments. The first segment extends linearly from the cabinet end of the hinge. The second segment extends from the first segment in a generally curved path wrapping around the cabinet end approximately 90 degrees. The third segment extends linearly from the second segment and at an angle relative to the first segment. The fourth segment extends linearly from the third segment to the door end of the hinge and is perpendicular to the first segment. The internal hinge of the present invention allows the door of the enclosure to open approximately 147 degrees.

Abstract: An internal hinge (34) for a fire-resistant enclosure is provided. The internal hinge includes a cabinet end (36) and a door end (38). The cabinet end is pivotally coupled with a bracket (64) mounted on the enclosure and the door end is fixedly coupled with a door (32) of the enclosure. The hinge includes first, second, third, and fourth segments (72, 74, 76, 78). The first segment extends linearly from the cabinet end of the hinge. The second segment extends from the first segment in a generally curved path wrapping around the cabinet end approximately 90 degrees. The third segment extends linearly from the second segment and at an angle relative to the first segment. The fourth segment extends linearly from the third segment to the door end of the hinge and is perpendicular to the first segment. The internal hinge of the present invention allows the door of the enclosure to open approximately 147 degrees.

Abstract: A water-resistant liner insert for a safe is provided. The safe includes top and bottom elements pivotally coupled with one another to define an interior compartment when in a closed position. The liner insert may be coupled with one of the top and bottom elements. The liner insert includes a liner insert body and a resilient gasket. The liner insert body includes a peripheral edge that conforms in shape to interface surfaces on each of the top and bottom elements. The resilient gasket conforms in shape to the peripheral edge of the liner insert body and is coupled with the peripheral edge of the liner insert body. The gasket is configured to be in sealable contact with the interface surfaces of the top and bottom elements when the safe is in the closed position to substantially prevent water from entering the interior compartment of the safe.

Abstract: A fireproof container with heat activated panel is presented. The invention includes a fireproof container and panel, compression pins, and heat sensitive pin. Fireproof panel is disposed adjacent to vent holes located along the fireproof container and separated there from so as to allow airflow into the container. Compression pins are disposed between and attached to both container and panel so as to apply a mechanical load onto the panel directed towards the container. Heat sensitive pin is disposed between and attached to both container and panel so as to oppose the mechanical load applied by the compression pins when the temperature of the surrounding environment is below a threshold temperature. Heat sensitive pin yields to the mechanical load when the surrounding environment exceeds the threshold temperature, thereby enabling contact between panel and container so as to interrupt airflow into the enclosure.

Abstract: The present invention provides a thermally insulated cabinet for protecting electronic data storage devices from damage by accidental and environmental conditions and from intentional acts. This cabinet provides an interior envelope which contains one or more data storage devices surrounded by multiple layers of thermal insulation. The thermal insulation layers allow electrical power, data and device control cabling to access the device, thus permitting real time operation of the device while the device is contained within the inner envelope. The apparatuses include an active cooling system adapted to draw heat from within the interior space.

Abstract: The present invention is a container for a picture frame capable of withstanding temperatures of 500-1000° F. for 15 to 20 minutes that employs the use of water as its main protectant. The present invention works on the property of the phase change of water from a liquid to a gas. During the phase change the temperature of the water will remain constant until all of the water has changed to gas. At sea level this temperature is about 212° F. of 100° C. Tests showing that most photographic paper can withstand temperatures of this magnitude. This test involved putting a picture is a water tight plastic baggie and submerging it in boiling water for 20 minutes. The photograph emerged unchanged.

Abstract: A fire and/or water resistant enclosure is provided for housing an operable digital data storage device. The enclosure is a low cost, preferably molded enclosure having various embodiments for providing resistance to fire and/or water. In one embodiment, a fan cooperates with one or more hatchless ventilation passageways to cool the digital data storage device. Passageways are sized to be sufficiently small to limit the transfer of heat through those passages sufficiently to prevent damage to the data storage device and to prevent loss of data stored thereon. Another embodiment provides a water resistant pouch surrounding the data storage device which may be made of flexible foil or of finned relatively robust and non-flexible thermal conductor. The enclosure in some embodiments utilizes a fan and in some embodiments operates without a fan. Similarly, the enclosure in some embodiments utilizes movable hatches and in other embodiments is hatchless in design.

Abstract: A fire-safe electronic data storage protection device is provided which allows all-time data storage backup and protection. A preferred embodiment of the device includes a fire-proof enclosure having an openable and closeable door which can be opened after the device is exposed to a fire. The enclosure is of a sufficient size to store an electronic data storage device such as a Zip® drive or CD-ROM storage device or the like. Further, the walls of the enclosure are insulated to withstand fire and carry electronic connection and data relay cords, so that the electronic storage device inside may be in continuous connection with a main database and a power supply. The electrical and communication cords are configured within the insulation and walls of the enclosure to ensure no fire reaches the inside of the enclosure.

Abstract: A fire protection cabinet assembly having a number of lined up fire protection cabinets. The fire protection cabinets are provided, in the form of fireproof wall elements, with a front door, a ceiling element, a floor element, a rear wall or a rear door and with at least one frame. The frame surrounds the front door and, optionally, the rear door and the frame has frame elements that are at least vertical. The fire protection cabinets that form the lateral termination are provided, on their free lateral exteriors, with lateral walls that are fireproof as well, and a seal is arranged in the area of abutting surfaces of the lined up fire protection cabinets. This invention accomplishes, during a fire, a reliable sealing even between the abutting locations.

Abstract: A cargo container of unitary construction surrounds a cargo hold and has an opening into the cargo hold defined by an edge. A flange extends along the edge of the opening and projects into the cargo hold to form a seat. A door having a panel defined by a border covers the opening. A bite extends along the border of the panel and projects away from the panel to contact the seat. When the door is covering the opening, the bite is positioned against the seat and is juxtaposed with the flange. In response to an explosive detonation in the cargo hold, the bite is forced against the seat and transfers the explosive force from the door to the container. If a seal is present on the seat, the bite is forced against the seal to form an airtight lock in the cargo container.

Abstract: A fire protection cabinet assembly having a number of lined up fire protection cabinets. The fire protection cabinets are provided, in the form of fireproof wall elements, with a front door, a ceiling element, a floor element, a rear wall or a rear door and with at least one frame. The frame surrounds the front door and, optionally, the rear door and the frame has frame elements that are at least vertical. The fire protection cabinets that form the lateral termination are provided, on their free lateral exteriors, with lateral walls that are fireproof as well, and a seal is arranged in the area of abutting surfaces of the lined up fire protection cabinets. This invention accomplishes, during a fire, a reliable sealing even between the abutting locations.

Abstract: A unique design for portable cases for the display of art, craft and trade objects is described. The design is for portable display cases that are multi-functional and more useful to the artisan than existing art display techniques. The portable display cases are durable, lightweight, and are capable of easy placement into multiple arrays. They can be finished in a variety of attractive appearances to better feature the displayed object and match the needs of the user. Furthermore the portable display cases can be nested for ease of transport, they are stackable for appearance and they can be made fire retardant. Finally and of additional importance to the user, they can be used to store and transport the items meant for display. This design feature effectively reduces the risk of theft or damage to the art, craft or trade objects during transport or storage. Finally the manufacture of the cases is simple, inexpensive and customizable to meet the needs of the user.

Abstract: A configurable safe module for storing firearms is provided. The configurable safe module includes a bracket and at least one barrel receiving module. The bracket is adapted to be positioned on an interior surface of the safe. The barrel receiving module has at least one barrel receiving cradle for receiving a barrel of a gun and a clip for movably mounting the barrel receiving module to the bracket. The configurable safe module may also include an extension member to further separate a gun placed in the receiving module from an interior wall of a storage compartment.

Abstract: A fire-resistant container for use as a safe, formed of steel and lined on its inner surface with a composition comprising insulative and intumescent materials, preferably mineral wool insulation and hydrated sodium silicate fiberboard, respectively. Preferably, an air space is also provided between the fire-resistant materials and the wall. A hinged door of the container is fitted with fire-resistant materials in similar fashion to the container walls, and the door's jamb is gasketed in intumescent material. Within the container, an inner wall is formed of a fire-resistant material such as gypsum board. The aforementioned fire-resistant container meets Underwriters Laboratories Standard 72 and is suitable for storage of paper documents, firearms, and other valuables.

Abstract: A safety cabinet is disclosed which includes an enclosure having a double-wall construciton and a pair of doors to selectively seal the enclosure. The safety cabinet includes a retaining system for retaining the doors in an open position and a closure system for automatically closing the doors. The safety cabinet also includes a latch system for selectively retaining the doors in a closed position to cover the enclosure. The latch system includes a paddle handle, first and second slide plates, a bullet slam latch, and first and second latch rod assemblies. The safety cabinet can be used to store, for example, flammable liquids, flammable waste, corrosives, pesticides, or combustible waste.

Abstract: A method for assembling a strongbox and for subsequently coating an equipped and connected framework with coating elements and at least one door. The coating is in the form of a bottom element and frame elements at the front end and/or the rear end of the framework and lateral elements and an upper element. The coating accommodates the framework depending on the type of protection required. According to this invention, the elements are interlinked by simple joining elements. It is also possible to juxtapose several partial boxes to provide an aggregate box.

Abstract: A fire-safe electronic data storage protection device is provided which allows all-time data storage backup and protection. A preferred embodiment of the device includes a fire-proof enclosure having an openable and closeable door which can be opened after the device is exposed to a fire. The enclosure is of a sufficient size to store an electronic data storage device such as a Zip® drive or CD-ROM storage device or the like. Further, the walls of the enclosure are insulated to withstand fire and carry electronic connection and data relay cords, so that the electronic storage device inside may be in continuous connection with a main database and a power supply. The electrical and communication cords are configured within the insulation and walls of the enclosure to ensure no fire reaches the inside of the enclosure.

Abstract: A drop and slide escutcheon system where the escutcheon has rims with locking members that fit into locking grooves formed in the funnels on the safe body. The escutcheon is offset by a slight amount, allowing the locking members to slide down into openings that provide access to the locking grooves in the funnel as the escutcheon is inserted into position. The escutcheon is then moved laterally, sliding the locking members into the locking grooves provided.

Abstract: A fire-resistant container for use as a safe. The container is formed of steel and is lined on its inner surface with fire-resistant materials. The preferred fire-resistant materials include mineral-filled paper-faced sheet material, commonly known as “sheetrock,” “gypsum board,” or “drywall.” The sheet material is provided in various thicknesses depending upon the location within the container. An air space is also provided between the fire-resistant materials and the wall. A front wall of the container is formed with an offset jamb for receiving a safe door having a conventional combination lock controlling a plurality of livebolts which are engaged behind a flange formed in the jamb. The door is fitted with fire resistant materials in similar fashion to the container walls, preferably magnesium board, and the jamb is gasketed in intumescent material.

Abstract: A storage shelf system for efficiently storing goods in the irregularly shaped area under a flight of stairs. The horizontal shelves include a narrow shelf on top and a deep shelf on the bottom, with any number of shelves with intermediate depths between, such that a line connecting the rearward ends of the shelves forms an angle that corresponds to the underside of the flight of stairs. The storage shelf system includes a handle and wheels for easily maneuvering the shelf system beneath and withdrawing it from under the flight of stairs, webbing for securing goods to the shelf system, fixed undershelves for storing long, thin objects, slidable undershelves for temporarily storing goods while retrieving other goods from the storage shelf system, a fire-proof safe for securely storing valuable or potentially dangerous goods, and advantageously shape shelf compartment inserts for efficiently utilizing substantially all available storage space.

Abstract: A fire-resistant container for use as a safe, formed of steel and lined on its inner surface with a composition comprising insulative and intumescent materials, preferably mineral wool insulation and hydrated sodium silicate fiberboard, respectively. Preferably, an air space is also provided between the fire-resistant materials and the wall. A hinged door of the container is fitted with fire-resistant materials in similar fashion to the container walls, and the door's jamb is gasketed in intumescent material. Within the container, an inner wall is formed of a fire-resistant material such as gypsum board. A fire-resistant container in accordance with the invention meets Underwriters Laboratories Standard 72 and is suitable for storage of paper documents, firearms, and other valuables.

Abstract: An in-flight meal service cart for an aircraft equipped with a box-shaped main body composed of a fireproof material, a plurality of connecting members provided to at least both outer side walls surfaces of the main body, and a cover body composed of cloth for covering at least both side wall surfaces and an upper surface of the box-shaped main body. The cover body is detachable from the main body and is detached from the main body of the meal server, at least during takeoff and landing of an aircraft, so that a fireproof material is exposed as outer wall surfaces. The cover body is a cloth provided at the surface thereof with an advertising function portion for indicating advertising graphic, or advertising phrases.

Abstract: An adjustable support carries a workpiece in a manner that allows convenient welding. An enclosure having opposed half-round ends and a rounded half cylinder body defines an insulated workpiece cavity. The enclosure supports a hinged cover having a frame within which slides first and second sliding doors which allow an opening of variable size and location to be formed for access to the workpiece cavity. A frame provides a base from which extend left and right forks which are pivotally attached to opposed middle portions of the enclosure. A locking pivot allows the angle between the forks and the enclosure to be adjusted and fixed as desired. A support insert, extending from the base of the frame, may be attached to a support mounted in a work area, heating area or cooling area. A locking pivot allows the angle between the support insert and the enclosure to be adjusted and fixed as desired.

Abstract: A display device includes a front case; a cathode ray tube mounted on the front case; a main circuit board mounted on the rear side of the cathode ray tube; a circuit board frame, mounted to one among the front case and the cathode ray tube, to support the circuit board; a nonflammable and fire-retardant shield case to contain a fire that may break out in the interior of the display device, while providing a shielding effect which minimizes the radiation of electromagnetic waves generated by the display device and protects the display device from external electromagnetic interference; and a rear case that is combined with the front case to encase the interior of the display device. A top surface of the shield case includes an anode cap shield which protrudes upwardly from the surface to a fixed height to form openings on either side of an anode cap shield.

Abstract: The in-flight meal service cart 1 is equipped with a box-shaped main body 10 composed of a special fireproof material, a plurality of connecting means 110 provided to at least both outer side wall surfaces of the main body, and a cover body 50 composed of cloth for covering at least both side wall surfaces and an upper surface of the box-shaped main body, and the cover body 50 is constituted detachably from said main body 10. And, the cover body 50 is detached from said main body 10 of the meal server at least during takeoff and landing of an aircraft, so that a special fireproof material is exposed as outer wall surfaces 11A, 11B and 13 of the box-shaped main body. The cover body 50 is a cloth provided at the surface thereof with an advertising function portion for indicating advertising graphics, or advertising phrases 60.

Abstract: A heat-insulating housing, such as for an oven chamber of a household oven or a refrigeration chamber of a household refrigerating appliance, includes at least one working space which is surrounded by housing walls and can be closed by a door. The housing walls are formed from two substantially dimensionally rigid housing shells which are at a spacing from each other and together substantially enclose an intermediate space that can be evacuated and is filled with heat-insulating material which can be introduced loosely.

Abstract: A thermally insulated cabinet is provided for protecting electronic data storage devices from damage by accidental and environmental conditions and from intentional acts. This cabinet provides an interior envelope which contains a data storage device surrounded by multiple layers of thermal insulation. The thermal insulation layers allow electrical power, data and device control cabling to access the device, thus permitting real time operation of the device while the device is contained within the inner envelope. The inner envelope has two vertically separated ends: a lower end and an upper end. The data storage device is affixed to the inner envelope to permit heated air to rise from the lower end of the inner envelope away from the location of the device. The inner chamber is dimensioned to permit the heat generated by operation of the data storage device to dissipate and to maintain stable thermal conditions within the inner envelope during normal use.

Abstract: To obtain an appreciable level of insulation while at the same time achieving easy dismantling in view of material recycling, the container compartment (1, 1A) of the invention comprises a seat (9, 9A) freely housing laminar elements (10, 10A) opaque to infrared rays, preferably envelopes under vacuum.

Abstract: An improved, under-counter flammable material storage cabinet which complies with all present fire codes and which overcomes problems associated with access to the utility conduits behind the storage cabinet is provided. The cabinet is self-closing in the presence of internal or external heat to either contain a fire within the cabinet or to keep materials inside the cabinet from combusting from an external fire. The cabinet advantageously utilizes a wooden storage container insert which may be removably affixed within the cabinet frame to provide a storage area wherein flammable materials can be safely stored while at the same time allowing access as necessary to utility conduits installed behind the cabinets.

Abstract: A simple and inexpensive, but highly effective, single-walled fire-rated enclosure for a fire extinguisher cabinet which maintains the integrity of 1- and 2-hour fire-rated walls. The enclosure requires only five panels of fire-rated material which are firmly secured in place around the cabinet by a single pair of identically constructed metal mounting brackets which are oppositely secured to opposed walls of the fire extinguisher cabinet. Each bracket is generally planar, but has peripheral portions formed into a pair of oppositely facing channels offset from its outwardly facing surface, a flange extending from the bottom of each channel and away from the inwardly facing surface of the bracket, and a retaining element at one of its sides which also extends away from said inwardly facing surface. Each of the above elements is integrally formed with the more central portions of the bracket.