Abstract: A frame system for a manhole covering includes at least one first frame element and one second frame element, each including at least one first connecting surface and/or at least one second connecting surface. The first and second frame elements are connectable to one another in a friction-locked and/or formfitting manner along the opposing first or second connecting surfaces, wherein in the connected state of the first and second frame element at least one joining region is formed between the opposing first connecting surfaces or between the opposing second connecting surfaces. The joining region can be filled using a joining element in such a way that the joined connection of the frame elements is detachable and reproducible wherein the joining element comprises a hot melt adhesive.

Abstract: A control station for a soil-processing machine includes a control station floor region and at least one floor window provided in the control station floor region. The floor window in the control station floor region is supported so that it can swivel between an open position and a closed position.

Abstract: A tailgate counterbalancing hinge assembly includes a linear torque rod, a first end assembly and a second end assembly. One end assembly pivotally retains the tailgate while permitting the torque rod to be rigidly coupled to the tailgate for movement with the tailgate about a pivot axis. The other end assembly pivotally retains the tailgate and permits the end of the torque rod o be rigidly retained with respect to the vehicle body. The assemblies are easily mounted in the vehicle using brackets that are secured to the tailgate and a vehicle body hinge pin to simplify installation and repair of the assembly.

Abstract: A tailgate assembly for a cargo box having a support deck and a wall structure extending therefrom. The tailgate assembly comprises a pair of brackets positioned along the wall structure at spaced apart locations and a tailgate pivotally mounted between the brackets and releasably securable to the wall structure via a latch mechanism. The tailgate assembly has a hinge assembly which allows the tailgate to be installed and removed without tools.

Abstract: A new reinforcing device for reinforcing the union of a metal door jamb (or frame) and a hinge of an attached door for helping prevent the bending and breaking of the door jamb and the sagging of the door from the weight of the door, especially on a metal door jamb. The inventive device includes a plate having front and back surfaces, a pair of opposite ends, and a pair of sides extending between the ends. The plate has a plurality of spaced apart holes extending therethrough between the front and back surfaces. The holes are adapted for coaxial alignment with corresponding fastener holes of a leaf of a hinge. The plate is adapted for attachment to a structure over a leaf of a hinge fastened to the structure such that the leaf of the hinge is interposed between the structure and the plate.

Abstract: According to the invention, a closure panel, such as a tailgate, is removably connected to a vehicle body for pivotal movement about a hinge axis. The panel may be removably lifted from the vehicle body when the panel is pivoted to a panel removal position. A torque rod counterbalance spring is carried by the panel and includes an elongated portion extending between a crank end anchored to the panel for pivotal movement therewith and a stationary end. A support device is anchored to the vehicle body and captures the stationary end of the torque rod to restrain its pivotal movement so that the torque rod is torsionally wound when the panel is pivoted away from the panel removal position to provide a counterbalance force for continuously urging the panel towards the panel removal position. The torque rod is completely unwound when the panel is pivoted to the panel removal position.

Abstract: A combined window and vent unit which is vandal resistant yet is versatile in its ventilation and insulation capabilities. There is a freely movable window panel which is positioned in a rigid frame structure without the use of any hinge members yet can be retained therein in an intermediate ventilating position. The frame structure for the vent unit is easily assembled and the panel members and screening can be easily repaired.

Abstract: An improved guillotine-type door for a fireplace enclosure. An improved guillotine-type door, characterized by the fact that it opens by rotating around a lower pivoting axis (15), the ends of which are lower fingers (13) for guidance along vertical glides, the said lower fingers receiving the end attachment of the movable connection to the auxiliary mechanical device (31) for maneuvering, and being immobilized in the bottom lower position by a holding device (22), and by the fact that each vertical glide has a device for lateral disengagement at the level of each upper finger (14), for the purpose of allowing the door to be inclined, then pivoted around the lower axis (15). This invention is of interest for manufacturers of fireplace enclosures.

Abstract: An individual safekeeping box comprising a protective enclosure with an access opening, a protective door with a lock therein, and cooperating mounting means of the door and the enclosure to removably mount the door on the enclosure to close the opening. The enclosure is preferably made in two parts, a top cover and a bottom plate. Means are provided for detachably connecting the top cover and bottom plate together and for locking the connected parts together.

Abstract: A mechanism for use with a removable hinged oven door is provided and includes a hinge bracket pivotally secured to the oven housing. A channel frame is secured within the oven door and is adapted to receive the hinge bracket for rendering the door pivotally cooperative with the hinge bracket for movement between a door closed position and a door open position. A lever is pivotally secured to the hinge bracket for movement between first and second positions. In the first position the lever engages the channel frame to prevent removal of the door from the hinge bracket. In the second position the lever disengages from the channel frame to permit removal of the door from the hinge bracket and further maintains the hinge bracket in a predetermined position with respect to the oven structure when the door is removed from the hinge bracket.

Abstract: A hinge mechanism is provided for use with an oven housing having side walls, a rear wall, an access opening opposite the rear wall and a door for the access opening wherein the door is movable through a plurality of positions between a closed position and an open position. The hinge mechanism includes a bracket rigidly mounted to the side wall of the oven structure for pivotally securing the door to the side wall of the oven housing. The bracket includes specifically designed camming surface along the top edge. A lever is pivotally secured to the door and includes first and second arm members. A spring having first and second ends is provided for biasing the lever toward the side wall of the oven housing. The first end of the spring is attached to the first arm member of the lever, and the second end of the spring is attached to the side wall of the oven housing adjacent the bracket. The second end of the lever includes a cam follower for engaging the camming surface of the bracket.