Clip-type Fastener Patents (Class 40/666)
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Patent number: 12222064Abstract: A hanger is provided for use with a post. The hanger includes a body. The body of the hanger includes an aperture disposed in the body. A first retaining tab is disposed at a first end of the aperture while a second retaining tab is disposed at a second end of the aperture.Type: GrantFiled: October 18, 2022Date of Patent: February 11, 2025Assignee: Downrange Headquarters, LLCInventors: Jared Miller, Chris Hess
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Patent number: 12100535Abstract: Devices for identification and marking of electrical cables and apparatuses in an industrial cabinet include a plate on which is present a bidimensional code, wherein the code presents a possible number of combinations equal to at least 106. A system for the identification and marking of electric cable in industrial cabinets includes a set of devices; an apparatus capable of reading the bidimensional codes; and a processor capable of exchanging data with the reading apparatus, and wherein the electrical scheme of the industrial cabinet is charged. A method for identification and marking of electrical cables and apparatuses in an industrial cabinet making use of the above defined system includes installing a device a cable apparatus reading the bidimensional code using the reading apparatus; associating the bidimensional code to an alpha-numeric code defined in the electrical scheme.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2020Date of Patent: September 24, 2024Assignee: M-PIX SRLInventor: Maurizio Cucchi
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Patent number: 12083307Abstract: A system including a plurality of indicator tags, each of which includes a body having a first end, a second end, a first surface extending from the first end to the second end, a second surface extending from the first end to the second end, and an aperture sized and shaped to receive a corresponding intravenous tube extending from the first end to the second end intermediate the first surface and the second surface, at least one of the first and second surfaces including a haptic signature, wherein the plurality of indicator tags includes at least one tag of a first type and at least one tag of a second type, wherein the haptic signature of the at least one tag of the first type corresponds to a first medication, wherein the haptic signature of the at least one tag of the second type corresponds to a second medication.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2021Date of Patent: September 10, 2024Assignee: Star Luminal LLCInventors: David J. Friedman, Elizabeth S. Friedman, Daniel O. Hogenauer, Eric A. Haddad, Bryce G. Rutter, Max W. Ryan, Tucker P. Brown
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Patent number: 11473720Abstract: A hanger is provided for use with a post. The hanger includes a body. The body of the hanger includes an aperture disposed in the body. A first retaining tab is disposed at a first end of the aperture while a second retaining tab is disposed at a second end of the aperture.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2020Date of Patent: October 18, 2022Inventors: Jared Miller, Chris Hess
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Patent number: 10966795Abstract: A holding clip is designed to be fixed in a holding contour of a housing part of a sterile container and/or to be removed from the holding contour without tools. The holding clip has at least one at least partly spring-elastic clamping section designed to provide a clamping force to secure the identifying element and at least two holding sections that adjoin the clamping section on both sides and that are designed to engage into an undercut of the holding contour in a form-fitting and/or force-fitting manner. A sterile container can include such a holding clip.Type: GrantFiled: August 2, 2017Date of Patent: April 6, 2021Assignee: AESCULAP AGInventors: Gerold Zieris, Martina Höfler, Matthias Henke, Joachim Amann, Corvin Motz, Stephan Bauer, Sabrina Steiner, Johann Maliglowka, Bozica Frech, Michael Scheit
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Patent number: 10789859Abstract: A device has a die-cut formed acetate main body that accommodates a standard size greeting card and affixes to a bottle container by an elastic band or, alternatively, by a rear-mounted adhesive strip. The platform body has rolled formed ends which secure the edges of the card. The card optionally being designed with specific dimensions, thereby allowing the front page of the card to swing freely open while secured.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2019Date of Patent: September 29, 2020Inventor: Harvey Reese
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Patent number: 9010001Abstract: Towel tags to permit minimizing the use of water and detergent during washing and minimizing wear and tear of towels, the spread of germs and diseases between towel users, and minimizing the use of energy, and saving money. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. Any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2012Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Inventors: Susan Manchin, Harvey Katz
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Patent number: 8966794Abstract: A tray unit having a tray that is open at the top and a card holder mounted to the outer peripheral face of the tray. The tray has a bottom face, an outer peripheral wall that rises upward from the outer peripheral part of the bottom face, and a flange extending from the upper face side of the outer peripheral wall in the outer peripheral direction. The card holder has a card insertion portion along the outer peripheral wall of the tray and to the outside of the outer peripheral wall, and to which a card is removably inserted, and a guide portion that is provided at the upper part of the card insertion portion and has formed thereon a sloped face that increases in height from the outer peripheral wall of the tray in the outer peripheral direction of the tray.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2014Date of Patent: March 3, 2015Assignee: Panasonic Healthcare Holdings Co., Ltd.Inventors: Keiichi Kuromitsu, Mitsuaki Ishikawa, Chikara Takauo, Tooru Kusanagi
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Patent number: 8938902Abstract: A system and method for connecting advertising to footwear is disclosed. The system can comprise a curved rod member, a sheet, and an advertisement. The curved rod member can be mountable above a welt of a footwear. The sheet material can comprise a first curved surface and a horizontal track along the sheet, wherein the horizontal track can connect the sheet material to the curved rod member, and the advertisement can be on the convex side of the sheet material.Type: GrantFiled: June 5, 2012Date of Patent: January 27, 2015Inventor: Steven Craig Atwood
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Publication number: 20140259836Abstract: An advertisement clip and method for supplementing a security hard tag with the advertisement clip for application to a product. The advertisement clip may include indicia on the surface of the clip or may hold or enclose an information element that provides the indicia to the manufacturer, retailer, and/or customer. Indicia may be visible and can include promotional information, pricing, images, customer specific branding, and/or barcodes.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2014Publication date: September 18, 2014Inventors: Anthony F. Piccoli, Thomas J. McKeown, Gary T. Mazoki, Brennan Bradley, Seth Strauser, James Brodzik
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Publication number: 20140173957Abstract: The present invention provides a label clip for use with a bin divider, having a first major face and a second label bearing face. Typically, the first major face and the second label bearing face are angled from one another by an angle of approximately 0-60° and preferably by about 20°. The faces are connected to a divider of a bin system by an extension leg and a retaining leg and preferably an insertion leg. One or more reinforcing sections may link the extension leg and label face. The clip may also optionally include one or more gripping sections protruding from the extension leg toward the major face.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2013Publication date: June 26, 2014Inventors: Travis Shamp, Christopher Clark, Laura Manson, Jeffery Boll, Jerry Sciarini
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Patent number: 8752314Abstract: An information ring for use with a catheter is disclosed. The information ring includes a body having a first end and a second end. The body has a first body face extending between the first end and the second end, and a second, generally convex face extending between the first end and the second end. The body has an opening extending therethrough between the first body face and the second face. A first indicia portion is located at the first end. The first indicia portion has a first indicia face sized to allow indicia to be printed on the first indicia face.Type: GrantFiled: September 27, 2004Date of Patent: June 17, 2014Assignee: Medical Components, Inc.Inventor: Timothy Schweikert
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Publication number: 20140090282Abstract: A spoke flag made of weather-resistant and tear-resistant material may be wrapped around a single spoke such as a bicycle spoke. The spoke flag may wrap around the spoke on one end of the spoke flag and may be secured thereto by means of a single strip of double-sided tape which sticks to both the spoke and spoke flag, or by a clip or clamps. The length of the flag may be sufficient to flutter when in motion. The spoke flag may include various artistic designs and may include advertising.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2012Publication date: April 3, 2014Inventor: RODERICK SEDLIACIK
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Patent number: 8671604Abstract: For a marking carrier, the following is provided for the purpose of simple production and installation: the marking carrier has at least one spring tongue extending from the main body of the marking carrier, the spring tongue being designed to act on the vehicle component in a resilient manner and to preload the main body against the vehicle component in a preloading direction, and the marking carrier has at least one spring tab, which acts on the vehicle component in such a way that the spring tab retains the marking carrier in a retaining direction opposite the preloading direction.Type: GrantFiled: November 15, 2011Date of Patent: March 18, 2014Assignee: Lucas Automotive GmbHInventors: Markus Mallmann, Maria Heinemann, Stefan Krebs, Peter Stahl
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Publication number: 20130291418Abstract: For a marking carrier, the following is provided for the purpose of simple production and installation: the marking carrier has at least one spring tongue extending from the main body of the marking carrier, the spring tongue being designed to act on the vehicle component in a resilient manner and to preload the main body against the vehicle component in a preloading direction, and the marking carrier has at least one spring tab, which acts on the vehicle component in such a way that the spring tab retains the marking carrier in a retaining direction opposite the preloading direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2011Publication date: November 7, 2013Applicant: LUCAS AUTOMOTIVE GMBHInventors: Markus Mallmann, Maria Heinemann, Stefan Krebs, Peter Stahl
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Publication number: 20130227867Abstract: An identification tag can be selectively attached and detached to a member along a pre-defined plane of connection of the identification tag. The identification tag includes a body portion and an attachment portion integral with the body portion. The attachment portion generally extends along a plane parallel to the pre-defined plane of connection and includes at least three resilient fingers. Each of the resilient fingers has an un-flexed position and is movable away from the un-flexed position to effectuate a temporary separation of the resilient fingers from one another so as to permit the selective attachment or detachment of the identification tag to the member.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 1, 2012Publication date: September 5, 2013Inventor: Brandon Lee Furber
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Patent number: 8424231Abstract: Systems and methods for tracking clothing usage are disclosed. A representative method in accordance with a particular embodiment includes selecting an item of clothing and, before or after the item of clothing is worn a first time, removably attaching a first tag to the item of clothing. The first tag has a first fixedly integrated identifier having a characteristic attribute with a first value. After the item of clothing is worn at least one time with the first tag, the first tag can be removed and a second tag is removably attached to the item of clothing, with the second tag having a second fixedly integrated identifier with a second value of the characteristic attribute that is different than the first value. After the item is worn at least one time with the second tag, the item of clothing is designated for cleaning, and the second tag is removed.Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2010Date of Patent: April 23, 2013Inventor: Nancy Ellen Sliwa
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Patent number: 8397410Abstract: A tabbed note includes a note sheet having an opening and at least two slits and a binder clip. Both slits extend to touch the opening. One slit extends to touch an edge of the note. A binder clip is inserted into one of the slits and positioned to block the opening from a front view of the tabbed note.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2011Date of Patent: March 19, 2013Inventor: Janet K. Lau
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Publication number: 20120227238Abstract: Towel tags to permit minimizing the use of water and detergent during washing and minimizing wear and tear of towels, the spread of germs and diseases between towel users, and minimizing the use of energy, and saving money. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. Any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2012Publication date: September 13, 2012Inventors: Susan MANCHIN, Harvey KATZ
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Patent number: 8250791Abstract: A visual notification device comprising a clip having a visual presentation may be attached to a food or drink container to indicate that a consumer who has temporarily left their seating or standing location, or food or drink container unattended, will return thereby avoiding the loss of a seating or standing location, or the disposal of unconsumed food or drink. The clip includes head with a front and rear face for displaying visual information such as text, an image, a logo, a trade name, an emblem, etc., an elongated body, a clip leg extending from the back of the clip behind the body, and a cap for connecting the assembly to a key ring or other attachment device.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2011Date of Patent: August 28, 2012Inventor: Jamie E. Gladman
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Publication number: 20120042551Abstract: Towel tags to permit minimizing the use of water and detergent during washing and minimizing wear and tear of towels, the spread of germs and diseases between towel users, and minimizing the use of energy, and saving money. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 17, 2010Publication date: February 23, 2012Inventor: Susan MANCHIN
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Patent number: 8025146Abstract: Improvements in a compliant upright drink insulator attachment device that is works with a standard drink insulator. The attachment device uses two parts where one part mates with the second part to slip through a standard insulated drink holder. These insulated drink holders are commonly called coolies or koozies and are manufactured with a central hole to allow for draining. A clip connects a compliant cord to one or both of the two parts. The compliant cord is configured as a coiled cord. A weight is connected to the free end of the compliant cord to keep the insulated drink holder in an upright orientation in the water. The compliant cord allows the weight to move semi independent from the insulated drink holder, and further allows the weight to be stored within the insulated drink holder for storage when it is not being used.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2009Date of Patent: September 27, 2011Inventors: Lee P. Willis, Marilyn Elaine Willis, Cory Lee Willis, Trevor Willis, Spencer Tyler Willis
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Patent number: 7992260Abstract: An improved binder clip is provided. The binder clip includes a clamping means, opposed gripping means attached to the clamping means, and a label holder that is attached to, or that is integral with, the clamping means. An identifying label is inserted into the label holder for easy identification of the material that is bound by the binder clip.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2010Date of Patent: August 9, 2011Inventor: Brett A. Juilly
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Patent number: 7966758Abstract: A method and apparatus for improved file folder identification is described. The apparatus includes a file tab having a tab portion rotatably coupled to a base. In one embodiment, a file folder identification apparatus is described. The apparatus includes a base comprising a first coupling portion and a second coupling portion adapted to couple to a file folder, the second coupling portion opposing the first coupling portion, and a tab portion comprising a temporary fastener detachably and rotatably coupled to the second coupling portion and a face configured to retain identification information.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 2008Date of Patent: June 28, 2011Inventor: Susan Scott Watts
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Patent number: 7946246Abstract: A hand held magnetic test panel holder that will attach metal or paper test panels magnetically, and will magnetically attach to a metal wall or surface. Its main body is formed to provide a handle and an extension to provide space to hold a test panel at a distance to paint a test panel without the paint coming in contact with the user's hand. This hand held magnetic test panel holder holds a metal clip board with its magnet, which in turn will hold a paper test panel. The user will paint the test panel with a paint spraying device with one hand, and hold the hand held magnetic test panel holder with the other hand. When not in use, the device will magnetically attach to a metal wall for storage and when paint is in the drying process.Type: GrantFiled: August 24, 2007Date of Patent: May 24, 2011Inventor: Clifford J. Silverman
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Publication number: 20110072702Abstract: A medical alert system provides vital personal medical information in case of an emergency. The system includes a clip that has deformable tabs attachable to an item of personal jewelry and a medallion affixed to a top surface of the clip so that the medallion is raised and prominently positioned relative to the clip. The medallion includes recognized medical alert symbology and directions for locating a source of personal and medical information prominently displayed on a top face. The personal medical information is recorded on a medical information card that can be located in an individual's wallet or pocketbook.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2010Publication date: March 31, 2011Inventor: Mark Streisfeld
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Patent number: 7849622Abstract: A clip has an inner convolution, an outer convolution, a connecting element, a stem and a label. The inner convolution generally includes a first leg and a second leg. The inner convolution legs have a distal end and a proximal end and the legs are connected at their proximal ends. The outer convolution generally includes a first leg and a second leg. The outer convolution legs have a distal end and a proximal end and the legs are connected at their proximal ends. The connecting element generally connects the inner convolution to the outer convolution such that the inner and outer convolutions are disposed in a substantially common plane, with the inner convolution within the outer convolution, and such that the connected proximal end of the inner convolution legs may be flexibly moved transversely or away from the connected proximal end of the outer convolution legs.Type: GrantFiled: September 5, 2008Date of Patent: December 14, 2010Inventor: Amal Flores
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Patent number: 7823310Abstract: A wristband is assembled from a flexible preferably vinyl carrier and a preferably laminated ID label, the carrier having a panel portion and a strap portion with a snap closure located in a toe extension at the end of the carrier adjacent the panel. The strap has a series of holes, one of which is captured within the snap closure to attach the wristband to the wearer's limb. The laminated ID label has a pair of opposing slots, one of which slips over the strap to abut the panel and the other of which is captured by the snap closure to attach the label to the carrier. The panel portion has a relieved edge formed along its opposing sides which increases the comfort of the wristband as it is worn.Type: GrantFiled: July 24, 2009Date of Patent: November 2, 2010Assignee: Laser Band, LLCInventors: Sanjay K. Jain, Mark Greer
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Patent number: 7739820Abstract: A spring loaded display device is described particularly suited for attachment to the leading edge of a shelf such as a bookshelf, the display unit including a clip mechanism for securely grasping the top and bottom surfaces of a shelf at its edge, the clip mechanism hingedly connected to a display unit which can freely rotate about the hinged connection. The display unit itself, generally of rectangular configuration, is designed to receive a document, and includes a transparent face so that the document contents may be easily viewed.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 2008Date of Patent: June 22, 2010Inventor: Gary Liebling Frank
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Patent number: 7730593Abstract: An improved binder clip is provided. The binder clip includes a clamping means, opposed gripping means attached to the clamping means, and a label holder that is attached to, or that is integral with, the clamping means. An identifying label is inserted into the label holder for easy identification of the material that is bound by the binder clip.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2005Date of Patent: June 8, 2010Inventor: Brett A. Juilly
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Patent number: 7712237Abstract: A hose clamp identification marker for selectively identifying contents of a flexible hose. The hose clamp identification marker may be implemented in connection with a hose clamp and may comprise an open channel configured to straddle a hose. In this manner, the hose clamp identification marker of the present invention may be introduced to and removed from the hose clamp without disrupting continuity of treatment or requiring disassembly of the connection between the hose and a delivery device, such as a hollow needle.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2003Date of Patent: May 11, 2010Assignee: Medron, Inc.Inventors: Ronald W. Wortley, Eric M. King
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Patent number: 7631467Abstract: A magnet retention clip for assembling modular wall panels includes a magnet holder, prongs insertable into the wall panel and stabilizers outwardly of the magnet holder.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2006Date of Patent: December 15, 2009Assignee: Illinois Tool Works Inc.Inventor: Martin Henry David Clarke
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Publication number: 20090094869Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an electronic tag, and more particularly to an electronic tag including an insulating cap. When the electronic tag is being made, the insulating cap is arranged adjacent to heat-sensitive electronic components. The insulating cap protects the electronics from the heat generated when injection molding with hot plastic.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2008Publication date: April 16, 2009Inventors: Randolph K. Geissler, Steven Lewis
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Patent number: 7509765Abstract: A clip has an inner convolution, an outer convolution, a connecting element, a stem and a label. The inner convolution generally includes a first leg and a second leg. The inner convolution legs have a distal end and a proximal end and the legs are connected at their proximal ends. The outer convolution generally includes a first leg and a second leg. The outer convolution legs have a distal end and a proximal end and the legs are connected at their proximal ends. The connecting element generally connects the inner convolution to the outer convolution such that the inner and outer convolutions are disposed in a substantially common plane, with the inner convolution within the outer convolution, and such that the connected proximal end of the inner convolution legs may be flexibly moved transversely or away from the connected proximal end of the outer convolution legs.Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2005Date of Patent: March 31, 2009Inventor: Amal Flores
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Publication number: 20080295378Abstract: A medical alert system provides vital personal medical information in case of an emergency. The system includes an alert clip that has deformable tabs attachable to an item of personal jewelry. The alert clip includes recognized medical alert symbology and directions for locating a source of personal and medical information. The personal medical information is recorded on a medical information card that can be located, in an individual's wallet or pocketbook.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 1, 2007Publication date: December 4, 2008Inventor: Mark Streisfeld
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Patent number: 7434343Abstract: A portable attachment (1) with a clip allowed to be easily fitted to a portable object by integrally holding a specified used-article such as a diverging component-contained material having a smell components or medically effective components and the clip, wherein an intermediate material (5) and a rear sheet material (6) are stacked on the rear side of a synthetic resin front sheet material (4) and the peripheral edge portion thereof is sealed to form a front storage part (7) and a rear storage part (8), and the front storage part forming an opening part (9) with a fastener (20) in the upper part thereof and partly having a ventilation part (21) stores the diverging component-contained material so as to be extracted and retrieved and the rear side storage part (8) is formed such that the one end part (3a) thereof for holding the clip (3) is inserted into clip insert storage parts (8a) separately formed on both sides thereof and the other end part (3b) thereof for holding the clip is formed to have a lockingType: GrantFiled: December 26, 2003Date of Patent: October 14, 2008Assignee: NS Planning Inc.Inventor: Tsukasa Yoshida
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Patent number: 7367149Abstract: Label holders adapted to be mounted on a supporting surface formed of a grid of wire rods, such as a wire basket, a wire rack, a wire shelf or the like. The label holder includes a planar backing element supporting the label holder portion for viewing at a preselected angle, with a trapezoidal connector formed in the backing element to snappingly engage over a horizontally extending wire rod of the grid. The trapezoidal connector may include a plurality of flexible bumps or ridges for enhanced gripping of the wire rods of the grid. The remainder of the backing element rests against the vertically extending wire rods of the grid.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2004Date of Patent: May 6, 2008Assignee: Fast Industries, LtdInventors: Jacob Fast, Michael G. Lowry
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Publication number: 20080072466Abstract: An article of clothing insert system which has a perimeter mounting member which is configured to have inserts be positioned therein and mounted on articles of clothing. The inserts can be replaceable by way of positioning therein an annular recess portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2007Publication date: March 27, 2008Inventor: Larry Fenner
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Patent number: 7340856Abstract: A merchandising tag holder for displaying information, suitable for mounting onto a wire display rack, having an elongated tab and a transition block having plural attachment positions for attachment of an attachment member, the attachment member being shaped to fit in one or another of the attachment positions in the transition block to make the mounting adjustable. The elongated tab is preferably of a flexible plastic material such as polyurethane, polyethylene or acrylonitrile butadiene styrene and the transition block includes two grooves for receiving the attachment member, enabling the elongated tab to extend to and be mounted around different diameter wire or metal rods on a wire display rack.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2006Date of Patent: March 11, 2008Assignee: American Gasket Technologies, Inc.Inventor: Nicholas Kalouris
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Patent number: 7340855Abstract: A sign holder including a main portion, a flange, and an interface hook. The main portion longitudinally extends in a substantially planar manner and defines a top end, a bottom end opposite the top end, a first surface, and a second surface opposite the first surface. The flange is folded back from the bottom end toward the top end and the first surface of the main portion. The flange is biased toward the first surface of the main portion. The interface hook is folded back from the top end toward the second surface and the bottom end of the main portion and is configured to receive a portion of a shelf assembly to couple the sign holder to the shelf assembly. A pocket is defined between the main panel and the flange and is configured to receive a printed medium. Display systems and methods of use provide additional advantages.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2004Date of Patent: March 11, 2008Assignee: Target Brands, Inc.Inventors: Rohland Wiltfang, Christine Welsh, Randy M. Staples
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Patent number: 7331130Abstract: An information ring for use with a catheter is disclosed. The information ring includes a body having a first end and a second end. The body has a first body face extending between the first end and the second end, and a second, generally convex face extending between the first end and the second end. The body has an opening extending therethrough between the first body face and the second face. A first indicia portion is located at the first end. The first indicia portion has a first indicia face sized to allow indicia to be printed on the first indicia face.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2004Date of Patent: February 19, 2008Assignee: Medical Components, Inc.Inventor: Timothy Schweikert
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Patent number: 7318293Abstract: A binder clip sleeve for securing indicia to a binder clip and a method of securing the indicia to the binder clip. The binder clip sleeve comprises three panels which generally conform to outer surfaces of the binder clip. Indicia may be displayed along one or more of the three panels.Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2003Date of Patent: January 15, 2008Inventor: William B. Ardern, II
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Patent number: 7316089Abstract: A clip-on price channel that is designed to clip on to storage room shelving without the use of adhesive tape, nails, screws, etc. The shelf that it is designed to work with is made of wood and has a metal rail attached to the front edge. The price channel has a U-shaped, rear facing flange with opposing fingers at the free-ends that go over the metal rail that is attached to the shelf and grip into grooves between the metal rail and the wood shelf.Type: GrantFiled: October 12, 2004Date of Patent: January 8, 2008Assignee: Southern Imperial, Inc.Inventor: Michael E. Brinkman
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Publication number: 20070277417Abstract: A paper clip cover bearing printed indicia such as decorative or informational content that can be affixed to a sheaf of documents and function as a standard paper clip while displaying the information contained on the cover to the recipient of the documents. Three embodiments are disclosed including one with a front section and a back strip attached end-to-end across the front section to form a pocket for receiving a prong of the paper clip. Another embodiment simply has two slits cut into the paper cover to form an intermediate tab, and no backing. A third embodiment has two full sheets of paper glued together, with multiple paper clip covers defined by perforations through the sheets. In this case the user can print the sheets in a standard office printer with desired decoration, and punches them out.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2007Publication date: December 6, 2007Inventor: James B. Babcock
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Patent number: 7228651Abstract: An identification card holder, on the front side of which a replaceable identification card can be placed. A spring-loaded yo-yo is fastened and positioned on the reverse side of the holder, such that the yo-yo remains partially or completely invisible as the card, along with its holder, is viewed from the front side. As the yo-yo is integrated with the holder, the result will be a small-sized, readily portable, and easy-to-handle assembly, which can be distanced from a bearer to the proximity of a code reader for an electric lock without releasing the suspension.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 2000Date of Patent: June 12, 2007Assignee: Megalock OyInventor: Simo Saari
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Patent number: 7219458Abstract: A warning sign for mounting on a structural member, such as a cross arm of a utility pole, has an elongated U-shaped support member and a warning message disposed thereon. The warning sign is installed on the structural member by a utility worker at ground level by pushing it upward onto the structural member, about which it locks and cannot be easily removed. The support member and warning message are preferably extruded from high-density polyethylene which includes ultraviolet (UV) inhibitors.Type: GrantFiled: January 18, 2005Date of Patent: May 22, 2007Inventor: Albert A. Burlando
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Patent number: 7194829Abstract: A pipe or conduit labeler includes a saddle leg having an inside diameter equal to or slightly smaller than an outside diameter of a pipe or conduit to be labeled. The saddle leg is molded to a saddle stem which in turn is molded to a sign plate. A user either writes useful information directly on the sign plate or affixes a pre-made label to the plate. The sign plate optionally includes raised lettering or information such as an arrow pre-molded on the plate; or Braille characters. The labeler resiliently clips onto the pipe or conduit being labeled. More complex variations of the labeler include extending arms and moveble joins, enabling the identification of pipes or conduits which are at difficult angles or out of direct sight of a user. The labeler allows for quickly and clearly labeling pipes, conduit, tubes, and rods. The labeler can be mass produced as a single mold or in parts with different sign plates of varying size and construction. The sign plate provides a flat surface for writing.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2005Date of Patent: March 27, 2007Assignee: The Volusia Holdings CorporationInventors: Martin C. Boire, Janet L. Boire
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Patent number: 7131225Abstract: A sign holding device for a folding chair that allows the user to display customized messages on a back rest of the chair. The sign holder is attached to the back rest in various manners so as to permit messages to be displayed when the chair is unfolded. The sign holders are configured such that when the chair is folded, the chair can be carried and stacked without having to remove the sign holders from the back rest. One embodiment of the folding chair also includes an integral carrying handle that permits the folded chair to be carried by one hand. The integral carrying handle further comprises an opening that permits the carrying hand to grasp the handle better, and also permit the chair to be unfolded without removing the hand from the handle, such that the unfolding action does not pinch the carrying hand.Type: GrantFiled: June 3, 2003Date of Patent: November 7, 2006Inventor: Henry Wu
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Patent number: 7114277Abstract: Provided is a sign holder for mounting to and displaying from a shelf any of various planar signs. The sign holder includes a clamp having two pivotally-connected panels that can be placed into a clamping position to hold the planar sign. To hold the panels in the clamping position, the first panel includes a holding prong that can be received in a corresponding aperture of the second panel. To prevent the planar sign from slipping between the panels, the second panel includes a piercing prong that can pierce the planar sign and be received in a corresponding aperture of the first panel. So that the planar material does not interfere with the engagement between the holding prong and its corresponding aperture, the piercing prong can be spaced-apart from the pivotally-connected edges of the panels a greater distance than the holding prong is. Various mounting structures can be included.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2004Date of Patent: October 3, 2006Assignee: Southern Imperial, Inc.Inventors: Stanley C. Valiulis, Joseph E. Gormley, Craig Zadak, Kirk Lewis
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Patent number: 7059637Abstract: The invention is comprised of at least one bookmark having a supply of repositionable self-stick notes disposed thereon. The invention may also have a non-intrusive paperclip-like attaching means disposed on the bookmark. The invention is disposed for advertising, logos and the like.Type: GrantFiled: November 20, 2004Date of Patent: June 13, 2006Inventors: Anna M. Stewart, Stephen Kraigh Stewart