Abstract: A sanitary pet-waste collection pouch having front, rear and side-walls defining an interior open topped chamber for holding tied pet-waste loaded plastic litter bags containing retrieved pet-waste. The rear wall is extended forming a unitary flap cover having interior opening and exterior opening pockets on opposite sides threof. The exterior opening pocket is closed by a “hook and pile” Velcro closure. An open topped side-pocket having a restricted bottom opening is secured along a side-wall of the pouch. A sanitizer dispensing container with a dispensing cap is seated securely within the side-pocket with the dispensing cap passing through the restricted bottom opening. The flap cover carries the “hook” portion of a second “hook and pile” Velcro closure and the front wall carries the “pile” portion of said closure, the “pile” portion being longer than the “hook” portion and being located on the front wall.

Abstract: A portfolio for use by a participant to a convention, seminar or trade show can be conveniently secured over the back of a seat, provides a surface or transparent pocket for prominently displaying a corporate logo, trademark or association emblem, and has appropriately shaped and dimensioned pockets to hold documents, writing instruments and a cellular phone. The portfolio can be freely provided to such a participant as an advertising medium by installing it prior to the initial meeting over the back of the seat immediately in front of him.

Abstract: A combination container for transporting articles which can concurrently be used as a ballistic shield from high speed projectiles such as bullets and/or shrapnel. The container, which can be a backpack, purse, computer carrying case, or similar bag style device, features a forward wall and a rear wall each having forming a compartment therebetween and at least one ballistic shield, attachable to one or both of the forward wall and said rear wall. Upper flaps and lower flaps attached to the bag afford deployable additional protection from attached ballistic shields. A handle provides a means for elevating the deployed elongated flaps and attached bag in front of the user to provide a large area of protection from such high speed projectiles.

Abstract: A flexible, plastic packaging apparatus having a plurality of compartments for containing product therein and a center section interconnecting the plurality of compartments and defining a handle therein whereby the packaging apparatus can contain product separately in each of the compartments and the handle can be used to transport the package.

Abstract: A mating closure system includes a first closure element and a second closure element, where at least one of the closure elements includes a cut-out opening. Preferably both closure elements include matching cut-out openings. The cut-out opening may be formed in a variety of shapes, but an arc or elongated oval is preferred. The first closure element is placed adjacent an opening of a bag. The second closure element is displaced from the opening, such that when the bag portion adjacent the opening is folded down the first and second closure elements mate with the cut-out openings substantially aligning to form a handle with a resulting notch for accommodating a user's fingers.

Abstract: A carrying case is provided including a base with an open top. Also included is a top assembly have a top face with a downwardly extending peripheral lip integrally coupled thereto and depending therefrom for defining an interior space and an open bottom with a lower peripheral edge. The lower peripheral edge of the top assembly is hingably coupled to the base. The top assembly further includes a cover for selectively closing the interior space thereof.

Abstract: A billfold and credit card carrier engineered for minimum thickness has a pair of nested pockets shaped and dimensioned to hold adjacent stacks of banknotes, and series of credit card-sized pockets for holding credit cards, driver's license, and other similarly sized documents in side-by-side arrangements.

Abstract: A combination collapsible backpack and lined compartment includes a backpack formed of a back section, a front section any bottom section attached to the front section and back section. The backpack further includes a pair of shoulder straps attached to the back section. The backpack may be collapsed onto the bottom section of the backpack. An upper lid is attached to the backpack, and the lid attachment attaches the bottom section of the backpack and the upper lid when the backpack is collapsed onto the bottom section of the backpack, so that the collapsed backpack is between the bottom section of the backpack and the lid. A carrying compartment has side walls and a bottom wall. A compartment attachment attaches the side walls of the carrying compartment to the bottom section of the backpack so that the bottom section of the backpack forms a top section of the carrying compartment.

Abstract: A selectively closeable plastic film bag is formed with front and rear plastic film panels. The bag includes a bottom and side edges and each of the front and rear panels include a top edge whereat an opening is provided into the bag cavity. An adhesive strip is provided on the inside surface of the front or rear panels extending longitudinally thereacross between the bag side edges. The adhesive strip is placed in a pattern extending at an angle upwardly from each of the side edges to a generally linear portion therebetween. A release liner is provided between the front and rear panels and is located partially over or above the adhesive strip at the side edges and below the linear adhesive strip portion. The adhesive strip portion covered by the release liner is prevented from coming in contact with the other bag panel thereby retaining the bag open. The release liner is detachably attachable to the adhesive strip.

Abstract: A new protective holder for hair cutting accessories for protecting blades and guards of hair clippers. The inventive device includes a panel having a generally rectangular configuration. The panel has opposed long side edges and opposed short end edges. The panel includes an upper section and a lower section. The upper section and the lower section each have a plurality of pockets formed thereon. The pockets each have a slotted opening for receiving hair cutting accessories within the pockets. The opposed short end edges each have fasteners disposed inwardly thereof for engagement together when the panel is disposed in a folded orientation.

Abstract: A traveling bag with expandable storage volume includes an additional pack body stored inside a receiving chamber formed aside of a bag body. Generally, the additional pack body is folded and received inside the receiving chamber and the cover wall is secured with the boundary wall by means of a fastener, so that the traveling bag can be used as a waist bag or a shoulder bag to store things in the storage compartment of the bag body. When additional storage volume is needed, the user may unsecure the fastener to separate a cover wall from a boundary wall so as to open the receiving chamber. Thus the additional pack body can be unfolded and expanded from the receiving chamber to form a back pack.

Abstract: A diaper organizer bag 10 provides an enclosure 30 having opposed side panels, a back panel, and a bottom panel, and defines front and rear cavities between a lengthwise divider. A changing pad 60 is movable between a raised position wherein it forms a front panel of the enclosure to a lowered position, wherein it forms a soft, cleanable surface for changing a baby. A flap 70 is attached to an upper edge of the back panel, and in a travel position covers the top and front of the enclosure. In a use position, the flap may be folded back to provide access to the top and front of the enclosure. At least one separating panel 90 is provided to compartmentalize the rear cavity defined within the enclosure in a variable manner, thereby forming small or large storage areas within the rear cavity, as needed. A drawer assembly 180 is carried within the front cavity of the enclosure, and is accessible when the flap is in the use position.

Abstract: A curling iron travel case which is flexible and readily disposed for placement into luggage while the curling iron remains hot. The travel case is particularly disposed to store one or more curling irons and a number of hair care accessories that a user may desire to carry along with the curling iron. The travel case is constructed of a first sheet of material, at least one row of pockets formed on one side of the first sheet, and a second sheet of material secured to the other side of the first sheet. The first sheet of material and each of the pockets are formed of a noncombustible heat resistant fabric, and the second sheet of material is a quilted fabric which provides additional insulation. One of the pockets in each of the rows is sufficiently deep completely to receive the heatable member of a curling iron. Adjacent pockets are disposed to receive the electrical cord and other hair care accessories.

Abstract: Disclosure directed to the combination of a beach towel convertible to a bag for transporting items to and from the beach. The combination includes a uniquely constructed, circular mat having an inflatable peripheral bladder member that facilitates set-up of the mat, and ensures a maintenance of the components thereof. The combination further includes a removably detachable towel for the mat, and a security pouch for personal items on the mat underlying the towel.

Abstract: A carrying bag is provided of the type having at least one pocket for storing and carrying items, wherein the pocket contains a pull-out bottle pouch movable between a stored position concealed within the pocket and a deployed position for supporting and carrying a conventional sports water bottle or the like. The bottle pouch is constructed from a flexible material and is attached along one side edge to the bag at a location disposed inside the pocket. In the stored position, the pouch is collapsed to fit into the pocket. In the deployed position, the pouch is pulled to a position suspended outside the pocket to define an upwardly open bottle-receiving receptacle.

Abstract: A convertible blanket and carrier having a rectangular main section and a pocket applied to one side of the main section along one end. A pair of handles are attached to one side of the main section and a blanket fastener is attached to the end opposite the pocket end for securing the carrier formed by double folding the main section.

Abstract: A bag has a bag body made of two sheets and sealed throughout the periphery except at one place. A flattened, cylindrical inlet-outlet spout is connected at a base end thereof to the one place and extends at another end outwardly of the bag body. A pocket disposed on the bag body at the base end of the inlet-outlet spout, and is adapted to receive the inlet-outlet spout in an axially folded state. This bag is simple in construction and yet capable of reliably preventing leakage of contents.

Abstract: A container formed to contain and protect from damage one or more fluid sample bags maintained therein. The container is formed from a pair of like sections of strong semi flexible material that may be joined around three sides and are joined along at least one side, to form a pocket for receiving one or more fluid sample bags fitted therein, with the container open side or sides arranged to be closed as with opposing mat type closure stripes that are secured along the sections unconnected sides, proximate to their edges, and are pressed together. A hole or holes are provided through one or both of the sections of material for receiving a port or valve of the fluid sample bag fitted therethrough, and the container unconnected sides of the sections of material each include one of a pair of loops that align with one another and may receive a coupling device, such as a D ring fitted therethrough that may, in turn receive a lock, seal wire, or the like.

Abstract: A multiple compartment bag comprises a backing sheet and a cover sheet forming a first compartment open at its top end. A second compartment, usually shorter, is formed by a compartment forming sheet and a closure sheet overlying the cover sheet and one another, these smaller sheets being sealed at their edges to the edges of the two larger sheets to maximize the width of the compartment. The second compartment opening is labyrinthine, formed by the overlap between the compartment forming sheet top portion and the overlying closure sheet bottom portion. The length of the overlap is at least 30% of the total length of the second compartment, as compared to 10% in a prior proposal, and preferably is not more than 70%, thus ensuring safe retention of a bulky article in the second compartment while providing for ease of its insertion and its subsequent easy removal by the recipient.

Abstract: A pumping system that is incorporated into and made part of a flexible air tight bag of the interlocking seal variety. Currently, the practice is to squeeze the storage compartment of the bag to force out as much air as possible and then sealing the bag. The improved method provides a means of pumping out air and other gases after the bag is sealed. This method results in a more complete elimination of air and other gases in the storage compartment of the bag.

Abstract: A method for forming a discharge channel (6) in a flexible packaging during the manufacture thereof. The channel is adjacent to at least one of the edges of the packaging and extends from one end to the other of said packaging. At least one of the channel ends is sealed and in internal communication with the main compartment while the other may be opened for pouring. According to the method, a strip-like partition is inserted between the two side walls of the packaging and at least one longitudinal mid-portion (13) of the strip constitutes said partition and has evenly spaced communicating means (8) arranged above the bottom seal (10) of the packaging, and each side wall of the packaging is sealed to one edge of the partition. Alternative embodiments of such a packaging are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method for providing bag-like packaging units (4) for receiving absorbent disposable articles, such as incontinence guards, sanitary napkins and diapers, with bags (5) in which used articles can be kept temporarily. According to the invention, the packaging unit is provided with a pocket (7, 9) into which the bags (5) are inserted prior to filling the packaging unit with absorbent particles. The present invention also relates to a packaging unit with which the method can be carried out.

Abstract: A carrying case for jewelry and the like, comprises a primary panel of pliable material having a generally rectangular configuration and an inner face and an outer face, the panel having a top end and a bottom end, hanging means at the top end, the panel foldable along a transverse line for forming a primary receptacle having a front panel and a back panel, a pocket assembly for detachably securing to the back panel inner face, the pocket assembly comprising a back pocket panel and a front pocket panel secured together along a bottom and side edges forming a pocket, and a mounting panel removeably mounted in the pocket and having a mounting face, a plurality of attachment loops on the mounting face for mounting articles of jewelry, an elongate generally cylindrical support member detachably mounted on the panel, and a cover panel secured along an edge to one of an upper and a lower edge of the mounting panel to thereby overlap and cover the mounting face.

Abstract: A collection bag and its associated tubing are supported below the seat of a wheelchair or the like with the collection bag disposed substantially horizontally and below its associated inlet tubing. A separate pocket holds the inlet tubing coiled above the bag so that fluids may drain by gravity through the tubing into the collection bag. The suspension apparatus comprises a main pocket attached to the seat frame of a chair or the like using a plurality of strap and a secondary pocket supporting the tubing coil above the main pocket. The collection bag and tubing are thus substantially concealed from view and the inlet tubing maintained in a coiled position above the collection bag.

Abstract: A compartmentalized food and beverage bag with reinforcement shields comprising: a bag fabricated of wax coated paper and including four side walls, a floor and an open top, two side walls including a crease to permit collapsible folding of the bag, the floor of the bag having an upper surface including a wax coated cardboard reinforcement member positioned adjacent to a first side wall, the first side wall also including a vertically positioned waxed cardboard reinforcement member affixed thereto, a drink holder ring fabricated of wax coated cardboard and formed in a generally circular configuration being affixed to the vertical reinforcement member, in an operative orientation a beverage cup being positioned through the ring with the lower surface of the cup being positioned upon the reinforcement member on the bottom of the bag, the waxed cardboard ring and reinforcement member enabling the bag to support the weight of a full beverage cup without risk of spillage occurring.

Abstract: A flexible tubular recycling container having elastic gathering means on both of its ends to reduce the size of its upper and lower openings, elongated flexible straps attached to its upper end to function as a handle or hanging support, and a removable pocket attached to its outer surface. Applications may include, but are not limited to, use in recycling both plastic bags and manufacturer's coupons.

Abstract: A combination beach towel and tote bag comprising a towel made of fiber-reactive dyed velour on one side for a decorative pattern and a pair of rectangular panels attached to one corner of said beach towel, occupying approximately one-sixth the surface area of the beach towel, said panels being sized in shape and connected to form a tote bag when turned inside out for receiving the remainder of the towel and presenting decorative designs on the outside of said tote bag. The towel is easily deployed and easily folded neatly and inserted into the tote bag. Attached to the tote bag are first and second adjustable fabric straps, sized to fit around the shoulders of a user, that have adjustable fabric fasteners that allow the tote bag in the tote bag position with the beach towel disposed therein to be used and carried as a backpack.

Abstract: A curling iron pouch comprised of an inner heat-resistant pocket and a pair of outer, auxiliary pockets is disclosed. The inner pocket is comprised of a pair of longer, generally rectangular panels, and the outer pockets are comprised of a pair of shorter, generally rectangular panels. The four panels are affixed to one another by a common seam around an end edge and along a substantial portion of their side edges. A pair of open end edges of the inner pocket project beyond the open tops of the outer pockets. The opposing inner panel surfaces adjacent the open end edges of the inner pocket include opposed mating portions of a snap. The longer panels of the inner pocket are of a three-layer construction and are comprised of a pair of outer heat-resistant textile fabric sheets with a layer of nonflammable, nonwoven, insulative batting material therebetween.

Abstract: A lashing system for selectively attaching a component to a piece of material includes a pair of anchors or loops which are attached in a spaced part relationship to the piece of material. A pair of releasable connectors are provided on the component for engaging with the loops. The releasable connectors are positioned so that a fixed portion is mounted to the front side of the component and a moveable portion of the releasable connector is mounted at a terminal end to the back side of the component. The free end of the moveable portion of the releasable connector can be threaded through the loop to engage the loop and then can be connected to the matching surface of the releasable connector on the front side of the component. A lashing system is provided for the interior or exterior of a travel bag or backpack to lash containers, panels, or walls to the side panels thereof. A matrix of anchors is provided for the releasable connectors on the containers, panels or walls to engage therewith.

Abstract: An illuminated bag having an open end and a closed end, a transparent pouch associated with the closed end, and chemiluminescent wand disposed within the pouch for illumination upon activating the chemiluminescent wand.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for supporting items for use by a law enforcement officer. The device comprises a central container formed of a flexible material in a box-like configuration. The container has large rectangular parallel front and rear walls with small rectangular parallel side walls therebetween. In addition, the container also has a rectangular bottom wall with peripheral edges coupled to the lower edges of the front, rear and side walls. The container also has a vertically disposed divider wall coupling the front, rear and bottom walls parallel with the side walls forming two regions. A pair of laterally disposed upper flaps as an upward extension from the upper extent of the rear wall are adapted to cover the upper edges of the front, rear and side walls for selectively opening and closing access to the regions of the container.

Abstract: Adjustably spaced vertical heating panels have heated facing surfaces which with end walls and a sliding bottom panel define a vertical heating space wherein chips or other foodstuffs can be cooked.

Abstract: A case for transmitting audible and written messages, the case comprising end panels, a bottom panel, contrapositioned walls defining a rear wall adjacently positioned to the rail of a bed and a front wall affixed together to form an open container in which written messages may be cataloged. The rear wall includes a flap which extends over the rail of a bed, holding the case thereto. Affixed to an exterior portion of the front wall are a plurality of cassette pockets for holding audio cassettes and a detachable recorder pocket, holding an audio cassette recorder, for receiving and sending messages. Attachable to the arm of a wheel chair, the detachable recorder pocket includes straps having hook and loop type fastener. Messages are recorded and then reserved in the cassette pockets which are designated by name tags.

Abstract: A water bag is provided with an expanse of material extending across a lower portion of a bag wall to provide a pocket into which may be inserted a heat pack or a heat sink. Conduits are provided on the interior surface of the bag wall adjacent the pocket with bag contents flowing through the conduits and heated by the heat pack in place on the bag exterior. A bag outlet defines a mixing chamber which receives bag contents from multiple passageways. A valve regulates discharge flow from the bag.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus for presorting laundry having a pair of laundry compartments easily accessible to the user. The apparatus includes a closure panel for closing the compartments. The closure panel includes an aperture in which an object can be received for hanging the laundry apparatus. Alternatively, a hanger can be received in loops attached to the apparatus for allowing the apparatus to be hung over a door knob, laundry cart and the like. The apparatus can include a plurality of pockets for holding various laundry related objects.

Abstract: A bag is provided for carrying articles, particularly articles to be laundered. A compartment is provided having an interior and an opening to provide access to the interior. A fastener, such as a zipper, extends along the length of the compartment. The fastener, when opened, expands the opening to provide greater access to the interior. A drawstring is secured about a periphery of the compartment at the opening to adjust the size of the opening. At least one strap is integrally formed with the compartment to assist in maneuvering the compartment. Additional compartments or pockets are provided separate from the other compartment for carrying other articles, such as articles associated with the laundering process. The bag is particularly suited for carrying over at least one or both shoulders of an individual.

Abstract: A combination beach towel and tote bag comprising a towel made of fiber-reactive dyed velour on one side for a decorative pattern and a pair of rectangular panels attached to one corner of said beach towel, occupying approximately one-sixth the surface area of the beach towel, said panels being sized in shape and connected to form a tote bag when turned inside out for receiving the remainder of the towel and presenting decorative designs on the outside of said tote bag. The towel is easily deployed and easily folded neatly and inserted into the tote bag.

Abstract: An enclosed cover system with a releasable sealing edge for the protection of comic books comprising, a bag formed of thin flexible transparent plastic, the bag having a front sheet and a rear sheet with sealed bottom and side edges and an opened upper slot, the sheets forming a long base and a short width for the receipt of a comic book; and an insert formed of a relatively rigid transparent plastic material the insert having a long height and a short width whereby when positioned within the space of the bag, efficient room will remain for the receipt of a comic book.

Abstract: A security bag having attached thereto an auxiliary bag with a reclosable zipper. The security bag is sealable by a flap having hot melt adhesive thereon. Tamper evidence is provided by a permanent color change of a colored marking adjacent the flap. The color change results from the application of extreme cold temperature to the flap.

Abstract: A carrier bag for carrying a pair of athletic boots. The carrier bag has a compartment for storing the pair of boots and a retainer for securing the boots inside the compartment in an inverse, planar relationship to each other.

Abstract: An extruded plastics net bag is formed by a tubular mesh body having a band which, on one side panel of the bag, extends longitudinally from the bottom to the mouth of the bag; the band and the bag are connected together by a weld line which defines the bottom of the bag and by the weld portions connecting the handles to the bag; the band is provided with two longitudinal folds defining a central longitudinal portion and two folded longitudinal portions superimposed on the inner side of the central portion, so that the respective free longitudinal edges of the folded portions are substantially adjacent.

Abstract: A handbag is partially convertible into a long cord for emergency use and includes a frame unit and a pocket unit. The frame unit has a hollow body which includes a bracket member on the lower portion thereof, and two handle members respectively secured to the upper portions of two opposite sides of the bracket member. The pocket unit includes a pocket body which is knitted or crocheted from the cord and which is mounted removably on the hollow body of the frame unit, and two fasteners which are respectively secured to two end portions of the cord and which are locked in the pocket body. The cord has a predetermined length so as to be knitted or crocheted into the pocket body. Accordingly, when the pocket unit is removed from the frame unit, the fasteners of the pocket unit can be unlocked from the pocket body so as to pull outward the end portions of the cord, thereby untying the cord.

Abstract: A holding apparatus for holding relatively small items comprised of a generally flexible planar base, attachment means for attaching the base to a vertical surface such as a refrigerator door or the like, at least one storage and/or display compartment, and at least one fastener for releasably attaching the compartments to the base. The holding and/or display apparatus allows a user to detach and carry along the detachable compartment to a desired destination. In addition, the apparatus may be utilized for organizing and/or visibly displaying relatively light weight and thin materials such as appointment cards, theatrical tickets, photographs, sketches, etc. without puncturing or affecting the integrity of the material.

Abstract: A reusable bag which is readily closable so that food stuffs such as sandwiches and the like can be transported in a sanitary condition. When the bag is emptied it can be quickly and easily folded into a small, integrally formed pouch for compact storage until the time of reuse. The device is well suited for use as a lunch bag and can be quickly and conveniently folded inwardly of itself into a pouch provided on the bottom of the bag which is so compact that in its folded configuration the device can easily be carried in a pants pocket or in a lady's handbag. When in its folded configuration, the closure itself also provides a convenient handle for carrying the bag.

Abstract: A high chair pouch having various article containment members and adapted to be removably mounted on the back of a high chair by use of mating members.

Abstract: A shopping bag and carrying pouch therefor in which the pouch is of unique construction comprising a generally circularshaped rear panel, a pair of arcuately shaped, band-like members are connected to the rear panel member, and top and bottom front panel members connected to the front edges of the band-like members. The members which make up the panels are interconnected in such a manner as to provide secure overlocking closure of the pouch for compact storage of a shopping bag without requiring the use of a fastener on the pouch.

Abstract: A sleeping bag carrying and storage enclosure (10) is disclosed and has as its two main components a sleeping bag cover (11) and automatic closure system (21). Sleeping bag cover (11) is configured to receive a standard rectangular sleeping bag (1) in its unrolled position and the automatic closure system (21) configured to latch automatically in response to the sleeping bag being rolled up into its normal storage position. The automatic closure system has strategically placed fabric hook and latch fasteners (22) and (23), more commonly known by its brand name VELCRO.TM.. Here, a pair of first portions of fabric hook and closure fastener (22) are fixed at points on the upper sky facing surface (16) of head panel portion (15), each toward the marginal side edges of the head panel portion.

Abstract: A container for bulk materials, fluids and the like, comprising an enveloping member and an inner member which is connected to the enveloping member at at least four positions spaced along the circumference of the enveloping member, the arrangement being such that in filled condition a substantially block-shaped unit with substantially flat walls is obtained, the container further comprising a U-shaped stiffening member which comprises a web and two legs connecting thereto and is made of a material with a stiffness of its own, arranged so that the legs abut two opposite walls of the block-shaped unit and the web abuts the bottom wall of the block-shaped unit, the legs, at least in the areas adjacent their free upper edge, having a width corresponding substantially to that of the adjacent wall of the block-shaped unit and the U-shaped stiffening member being connected to the enveloping member at least in the areas referred to.

Abstract: This invention, Infections/Medical Waste Containment Carrier, is a manufactured, flexable container in which solid and/or liquid infectious/medical waste is placed for containment, storage, transport and incineration. The Infectious/Medical Waste Containment Carrier consists of three integral functional components:1. A coextruded polyethylene tube with walls of a given thickness.2. A closure pouch with a self-contained tie cord.3. A bottom seal of dual thermo-sealed bars with enforced cross members and air pockets.Once the bottom seal is applied to the coextruded polyethylene tube the tube becomes a bottom closed container. When the pouch is applied at a specific position located in the center and near the top of the container carrier and the bottom and top are serrated, the containment carrier is constructed to serve as a depository for infectious/medical waste.