For Portable Articles Patents (Class 70/58)
  • Patent number: 8938997
    Abstract: A security device and method to surround merchandise for theft deterrence. The security device includes a cord and housing for a knot in the cord. The cord is pulled from one end about the knot to tighten cord around a product and the cord is pulled from another section to lock cord in place around the product. The device serves to deter breaking in or stealing merchandising product. The security device may also include an additional housing for the cord to pass through. Either housing may include an EAS and/or RFID element for additional security.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Assignee: Checkpoint Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Anthony F. Piccoli, Wei Wu, Lawrence Appalucci, Gary T. Mazoki, Thomas J. McKeown, Seth Strauser, James Brodzik
  • Patent number: 8939301
    Abstract: This invention pertains to a combination locking storage container consisting of a tray and a detachable combination locking cover assembly used to secure the contents held within. The tray has an integrally formed key post at its uppermost position. The tumblers of the cover assembly engage the key post and lock to it. When the indicia of the tumblers and correct unlocking code are in alignment with a marker, the cover assembly may be installed or removed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Inventor: Steven Douglas Small
  • Patent number: 8935943
    Abstract: A securement device is provided to secure a portable item from unauthorized movement or theft. A first bracket engages a first portion of the item, second bracket engages a second portion of the item, and an elongated member spans the portable item to attach the first bracket to the second bracket to prevent significant separation of the first and second brackets when in the secured configuration. An aperture or recess in the second bracket receives a plug or attached device, where the plug or attached device is plugged into a receptacle in the item. When the attached device or plug is situated within the aperture or recess in the first bracket and the first bracket is engaged to the item, the first bracket is prevented from lateral and rotational movement relative to the item. A lock may be attached to the securement device to secure the item to an anchor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 20, 2015
    Inventor: Jay S Derman
  • Publication number: 20150007619
    Abstract: An apparatus for use with a rack of lockers is disclosed. The apparatus includes a key-facilitation server configured to cooperate with a locker server, and also configured to receive a key-access request. The locker server is associated with a rack of lockers including a first compartment configured to allow storage of secondary equipment, a second compartment having an open locker slot configured to maintain storage of equipment, and a locker divider separating the first compartment from the second compartment. The key-access request is configured to indicate a user request configured to request usage of an access key. The access key is also configured to be usable by the locker server. The locker server is configured to receive a locker-access request. The locker-access request is configured to indicate access of a selected locker is user requested. The locker server is configured to use the access key so as to facilitate secured user access of the selected locker associated with the rack of lockers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 8, 2013
    Publication date: January 8, 2015
    Inventors: Cory Jack Finney, Christian Nitu, Nick Ramsey, Jordan Darrington, Jonathan White, Matt Hoenecke
  • Publication number: 20140366593
    Abstract: A security strip or stick-on tab is attachable to the underneath of a very thin tablet or notebook device, with very little thickness added at the bottom of the device and not interfering with its resting on a flat surface. The strip or stick-on tab has a section protruding from underneath which becomes thickened and defines a standard security slot into which a lock with a cable are attachable to enable the cable to be irremovably attached to an immobile object, such as a chair or a desk, preventing theft of the secured device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 16, 2014
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventor: Meir Avganim
  • Patent number: 8899080
    Abstract: A system for securing an item is disclosed. The system may include a length of flexible cable, a connector, and a lock. The connector may selectively connect a first portion of the cable and a second portion of the cable to form a loop in the cable. The connector may comprise a base comprising a first aperture containing the first portion of the cable and a corner. The connector may further comprise a blocker. The blocker may occupy a blocking position wherein the blocker cooperates with the base to maintain the second portion bent around the corner. The lock may selectively secure the blocker with respect to the base and maintain the blocker in the blocking position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2014
    Inventor: Jay S Derman
  • Publication number: 20140345336
    Abstract: A security device for protecting a merchandise item that includes a housing, a first cable, a second cable, a spool, a locking mechanism and a crossover device that is in the housing and is rotatable about a vertical axis. The locking mechanism locks the spool so that it is not rotatable about the vertical axis. The cable crossover device is placed on a side of a merchandise item opposite the housing. The crossover device in is formed with a crossover body and a latch. The crossover body has the first cable slidably attached to it. The latch is configured to be locked to the crossover body. The second cable slidably is attached to the latch. The latch is configured to be partially released from the crossover body when it unlocked.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventors: Christopher J. Fawcett, Ronald M. Marsilio
  • Patent number: 8890689
    Abstract: Various embodiments of the invention may be directed to a security device comprising a housing, a rotatable assembly, a locking assembly, and a cable. The rotatable assembly may include a plurality of locking teeth, a spool, and an engagement portion configured to facilitate rotation the rotatable assembly. The locking assembly may include biasing elements configured to apply a biasing force so that the locking assembly and the rotatable assembly may be configured in a locked position. Further, the locking assembly may include magnetically attractive elements configured to counteract the biasing force when a specifically configured key is applied to the housing of the security device. The security device may further include a security element, an alarm, and other components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: Checkpoint Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Ezzo, William J. Kozlowski, Jr., Matthew R. Shute
  • Patent number: 8881560
    Abstract: A theft-protecting electronic device (16;116) recharging assembly comprising a block-shaped stand (12; 112) having a cavity (14;122c) into and from which the device can be partly inserted and retrieved by a substantially linear sliding movement. A rigid jacket (30;130) embracing the device from at least three sides thereof is provided, one of which being the side opposite the one inserted into said cavity. A lock-receiving porting (30e;130g) is integrally formed with the jacket. A lockable device (20,120) is associated with the stand, being manipulatable between a locking position wherein it engages the said lock-receiving portion, thereby arresting the electronic device within said cavity, and an unlocked position wherein the electronic device is freely retrievable from said cavity. The stand is adapted to be secured by a cable (40;140) to an immovable object (42,142).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Inventor: Meir Avganim
  • Patent number: 8882069
    Abstract: An apparatus for securing an electronic device includes a main body with two ends. An arm is provided at one end of the main body, and has a hook attached thereto, shaped for the electronic device to be placed between the hook and the arm. An additional arm is slidably attached to the other end of the main body, and is capable of being slid by a user to several lateral positions relative to the main body. An additional hook is provided on the slidable arm, and is shaped for the electronic device to be placed between the hook and the arm. A locking system is provided to lock and unlock the slidable arm to at least one of the lateral positions. A base section is capable of being secured at or near a location. The main body is adjustably attached to the base section.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Assignee: ACCO Brands Corporation
    Inventors: Robert Mahaffey, Will Ali, John Tan, John Hung, Ryan White, Wilson Tse
  • Publication number: 20140326026
    Abstract: Apparatuses and methods are provided to secure fishing reels to fishing rods. Interlocking apparatuses and methods are provided to secure fishing reel/rod combinations against theft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 3, 2013
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    Inventor: Frank John LaCivita
  • Publication number: 20140318193
    Abstract: Electronic device and fastening anti-theft device, for preventing theft of the electronic device and includes a lock, a screw, a bracket, and a body having a locking plate extending from a side. The locking plate includes a slot, a locking hole and a shielding piece bent and protruding from a surface of the locking plate opposite to the body of the bracket, the shielding piece crosses over the slot. The screw is fastened to the electronic device and slides along the slot, the shielding piece is used in shielding the screw, and the lock passes through the locking hole and locks the electronic device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2014
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Applicant: HON HAI PRECISION INDUSTRY CO., LTD.
    Inventor: CHIA-SHIH LIN
  • Patent number: 8869573
    Abstract: In some embodiments of the invention, a security apparatus for a portable electronic device is provided. The security apparatus may include a plurality of shell portions, each shaped to wrap around part of a perimeter of the portable electronic device. The security apparatus may further include a connecting portion that engages at least one of the plurality of shell portions and to thereby couple the plurality of shell portions to each other. At least one of the connecting portion and one or more of the plurality of shell portions may include an attachment device, the attachment device being configured to engage with a locking head, thereby locking relative positions of the plurality of shell portions and the connecting portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2014
    Assignee: ACCO Brands Corporation
    Inventors: Stephen Myers, Jonathan Corpuz, Jonathan Stacey
  • Publication number: 20140290315
    Abstract: A pulling locking device has a cord, a lock module, an engaging seat and a mounting seat. The lock module, the engaging seat and the mounting seat are mounted around the cord. The lock module has a lock casing, a lock core and a sliding element. The sliding element is slidable relative to the lock casing to selectively engage with the engaging seat only when the lock core is unlocked. When the pulling locking device is in use, a portable electronic device is clamped between the engaging seat and the mounting seat. With the cooperation of the lock module and the engaging seat, the portable electronic device can be fixed in position without any further structural design particularly for the locking device, which lowers the manufacturing cost, and enables the pulling lock device to be adapted for various kinds of portable electronic devices.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2014
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Inventor: Kuo-Tsung YANG
  • Patent number: 8844329
    Abstract: A locking cable device which inhibits the theft of computer equipment. The security device combines a scissor clip designed to connect to the built-in security slot in computer equipment, a cable, and a lock. They are combined by way of a dual-action lock, with the first action capable of engaging and disengaging the scissor clip from the computer equipment, and the second action capable of separately disengaging the security cable to allow it to pass through other equipment or fasteners to allow the device to secure multiple pieces of computer equipment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 30, 2014
    Inventor: Scott Anderson
  • Patent number: 8842012
    Abstract: A combination non-programmable and programmable key for a security device of the type used to display items of merchandise includes a non-programmable portion for cooperating with a mechanical lock of the security device and a programmable portion for cooperating with a sensor of the security device that is operatively coupled to an alarm for indicating a security threat to the security device or to an item of merchandise displayed on the security device. The non-programmable portion includes a side assembly having a magnet that cooperates with a magnetically attractable locking pin to unlock the mechanical lock of the security device. The programmable portion emits an energy signal that cooperates with the sensor of the security device to disarm the alarm and thereby permit the security device to be removed or an item of merchandise to be removed without the alarm indicating a security threat.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2014
    Assignee: InVue Security Products Inc.
    Inventor: James K. Sankey
  • Publication number: 20140260442
    Abstract: An anti-theft ring assembly includes a product engagement member having a display member that supports the ring during use and a securing member (for example a tear resistant tie or strap) that secures the ring to the display member; the anti-theft ring assembly also including an anchoring device having a support member and a tether for securing the product engagement member to the support member while allowing removal of the product engagement member from a display. In one embodiment, the support member may include a base having protrusions for connecting the tether thereto and the display member may be a seat for supporting a shank of the ring and a portion of the tether.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: R&J MANUFACTURING COMPANY
    Inventor: David W. Brown
  • Patent number: 8833117
    Abstract: A locking device includes a clamp for clamping on one side of a mobile electronic device, a cord member connected to the clamp, and a lock module including a housing, a locating block connected to the housing and movably sleeved onto the other end of the cord member and connectable to an opposite side of the mobile electronic device, a tightening up screw mounted in the locating block, a rotary knob for rotating the tightening up screw to lock the cord member to the locating block, and a rotating disc assembly for locking the rotary knob.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Assignees: Jin Tay Industries Co., Ltd., Simon Lock Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Kai-Lang Yang
  • Patent number: 8833116
    Abstract: An anti-theft ring assembly includes a product engagement member having a display member that supports the ring during use and a securing member (for example a tear resistant tie or strap) that secures the ring to the display member; the anti-theft ring assembly also including an anchoring device having a support member and a tether for securing the product engagement member to the support member while allowing removal of the product engagement member from a display. In one embodiment, the support member may include a base having protrusions for connecting the tether thereto and the display member may be a seat for supporting a shank of the ring and a portion of the tether.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Assignee: R & J Manufacturing Company
    Inventor: David W. Brown
  • Patent number: 8836508
    Abstract: Anti-theft protection systems and methods for portable devices, such as portable electronic devices, that are unattended during use. The anti-theft protection systems and methods use a combination of measures including mechanical aspects, such as tethering the device to an object that is difficult to move, and electronic aspects that detect unauthorized movement and or alarm the user or other responsible party if unauthorized movement occurs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2014
    Assignee: H4 Engineering, Inc.
    Inventors: Scott K. Taylor, Christopher T. Boyle, Alexander G. Sammons, Denes Marton
  • Patent number: 8826702
    Abstract: This invention provides a locking system for a weapon that resists prying by a flat-headed tool. The system includes a base having a base channel for receiving an elongated portion of a weapon. A gate is hingedly attached to the lid by a hinge assembly. The gate moves between an open position and a closed position. The gate includes a gate channel that overlies the base channel in the closed position. A lock assembly selectively secures the gate with respect to the base in the closed position. A novel front joint, opposite the hinge assembly, is provided. It includes an internal lap joint with an overlap structure on each of a base front joint edge and a gate front joint edge. The base front joint edge and the gate front joint edge can each define a confronting, approximately horizontal surface forward of the internal lap joint.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2014
    Inventor: John J. Barger
  • Publication number: 20140238091
    Abstract: A method for securing a portable electronic device having a housing to a substantially immovable object utilizing a locking assembly having a security rod or spike formed with an anchoring end separated axially by a protruding end, a locking device with an internal locking mechanism and a cable permanently attached to the locking device at one end, includes several steps. The steps include securely fixing the anchoring end of the security rod or spike to the portable electronic device upon or through the housing, attaching an other end of the cable to the substantially immovable object and inserting the protruding end of the security rod into an opening in the locking device to actuate the internal locking mechanism and lock the locking device to the captive security rod. Locking the security rod to the locking device concurrently locks the portable electronic device to which it is anchored to the substantially immovable object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2014
    Publication date: August 28, 2014
    Applicant: THINK PRODUCTS, INC.
    Inventor: Peter Allen
  • Patent number: 8813528
    Abstract: An apparatus for securing a personal electronic or hand held device (PED), includes a housing for a “pull-tight” lock mechanism attached to an elongated, flexible cable looped through a plurality of corner pieces, and a lock for releasable attachment proximate the distal end of the cable for looping the cable around a secure stationary work object and back through a cable accepting means on said “pull-tight” lock housing. A releasable locking mechanism is disposed within said housing to allow movement of said cable in the first direction, but not in the direction opposite from the first direction when the cable is slidably engaged or “cinched” tight through the corner pieces and secured around the PED by the user.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Inventors: Jordan A. Olear, Jeffrey R. Olear
  • Patent number: 8783073
    Abstract: A system for securing an item is disclosed. The system may include a securement device and a lock. The securement device may include an elongated member having a first end and an opposite, second end. The securement device may further include first and second brackets. A first bracket may engage the first end of the elongated member and extend to engage or bracket a first portion of the perimeter of the item. A second bracket may selectively occupy a locked position with respect to the second end of the elongated member and extend to engage or bracket a second portion of the perimeter of the item. At least one of the first and second brackets may comprise an extension engaging the item and resisting side-to-side motion between the securement device and the item. The lock may engage the second end of the elongated member and hold the second bracket in the locked position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Inventor: Jay S. Derman
  • Patent number: 8777020
    Abstract: The present invention provides a lockable eyewear display system. Embodiments of the system include a frame holder on which the eyewear is placed, a locking mechanism that secures the eyewear to the holder, and a key that enables a user to holder unlock and to remove the eyewear from the holder. In one embodiment, frame holder includes an articulating joint allowing at least a portion of the holder and eyewear to be swiveled. The frame holder is removably attachable to a display rod of the system configured to hold a plurality of frame holders. The display rod includes a lock in one embodiment to prevent removal of the frame holders from the rod without use of a specially configured access key. The display rod is mountable to a surface of a fixture or display object such as a rack or furniture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Assignee: Eye Designs LLC
    Inventors: Alan Winig, Richard Winig, James Eldon
  • Patent number: 8752406
    Abstract: Security devices according to the present invention may be configured to secure merchandise supported by a display card. The security device may include a housing defining an aperture configured to receive a secured portion of the article, an engagement member disposed generally proximate the aperture, and a sliding member configured to move the engagement member from the release position to a capture position. The secured portion may be removed from the aperture while the engagement member is in the release position and the secured portion may be inhibited from removal while the engagement member is in the capture position. The engagement member may define an engagement aperture where the secured portion of the article that is received through the aperture of the housing is also received through the engagement aperture of the engagement member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2014
    Assignee: Checkpoint Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Matthew R. Shute, Mark Ezzo
  • Publication number: 20140157839
    Abstract: An anti-theft device for securing an electronic product during retail display. The product has a socket adapted for the transmission of power and/or information during normal operation. The device includes a plug for engagement with the socket. The plug has an insertable portion, for insertion into the socket. The insertable portion has a lock which locks to the socket to prevent removal while the insertable portion is locked. The insertable portion also has a release enabling for withdrawal of the insertable portion from the socket. The plug has a control mechanism for holding the lock such that when the plug is engaged with the socket, the lock can be changed from a locking to release configuration substantially only by operation of the control mechanism by a security key. The device also includes a flexible attachment for attaching the plug to a fixture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2012
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Inventor: James THEOBALD
  • Patent number: 8746020
    Abstract: A locking cable device, which generally inhibits the theft of portable and more specifically inhibits the theft of expensive, electronic devices such as computers, laptops, and projectors. The security device works by use of a hook that hooks through an opening in an outside wall of the equipment to be secured. The hole can be an existing hole in the outside wall of the equipment, either round, square, or rectangular, such as a vent slot or security slot. A user may also add the opening by merely drilling an aperture or slot, sized appropriately for the corresponding hook on the security device. The hooked position is maintained by use of a housing locked on to the cable, close enough to the equipment being secured that the hook cannot be moved to an angle necessary for removal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 5, 2007
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2014
    Inventor: Scott R. Anderson
  • Patent number: 8746021
    Abstract: A retractable cable combination lock assembly according to the present invention can protect the newly designed Macbook pro with retina display and Macbook Air series and traditional computer with or without Kensington lock slot from theft by securing the laptop via the thunderbolt slot to an immovable object such as a piece of furniture. The lock assembly of the present invention can also be designed to plug into the USB port or HDMI port of Macbook Pro with Retina display, Macbook Air laptop series, and traditional computers with or without Kensington lock slot to lock the computer rather than using thunderbolt port.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 10, 2014
    Inventor: Ruipeng Tao
  • Patent number: 8739970
    Abstract: A mechanism cooperable with the stand mechanism in a stand golf bag secures the clubs in position when the bag is not on the ground and releases the clubs when the bag is set on the ground.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2014
    Inventor: Alan M. Kagen
  • Patent number: 8739583
    Abstract: A lock includes a cylinder with a locking tab extending axially from a distal end, a rod movable between a locked position and an unlocked position. At least one protrusion on the rod, and a pair of blocking elements positioned adjacent to the locking tab. A marked wheel is rotatably mounted on the rod and cylinder, and includes an inner wheel including a ridge extending from an inner surface and a slot extending through the ridge. The rod slides relative to the cylinder when the slot is aligned with the protrusion on the rod.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2014
    Inventor: Meir Avganim
  • Patent number: 8733138
    Abstract: An antitheft device (1) to be attached to an item capable of being stolen and including a control portion (2) that is rotatable relative to an attaching portion (3), the attaching portion (3) including an attaching element (4) that is translatably movable with an unlocked position, for placing of the item into the device (1) and for removing same, and wherein the rotation of the control portion (2) relative to the attaching portion (3) translates the attaching element (4), and with a locked position for maintaining the device (1) on the item and wherein the rotation of the control portion (2) relative to the attaching part (3) does not translate the attaching element (4). The control portion (2) includes a transmission mechanism (15) with a controller for the torque applied to the control portion so that the locked position is achieved for a predetermined value of the torque of forces.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 9, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 27, 2014
    Assignee: Exaqtworld
    Inventor: Alain Favier
  • Patent number: 8726703
    Abstract: A system for securing an item to an anchor is disclosed. The system may include a first extension extending from an item, an interface mechanism connected to the first extension, and a lock. The interface mechanism may include a cylindrical base, a sleeve, and a second extension. The cylindrical base may comprise an extension aperture receiving the first extension therewithin. The slide may surround at least a portion of the cylindrical base and occupy a blocking position locking the first extension within the extension aperture. The second extension may extend from the slide and comprise a traveler occupying a locking position locking the slide in the blocking position. The lock may engage the second extension and lock the traveler in the locking position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 20, 2014
    Inventor: Jay S Derman
  • Publication number: 20140130555
    Abstract: A system and method for securing an information access port includes: a locking assembly constructed and arranged to be removably placed into an information access port; a locking assembly holder, whereby said locking mechanism holder is constructed and arranged with at least one locking device whereby said locking device controls placement and subsequent removal of said locking assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2012
    Publication date: May 15, 2014
    Inventor: Jeff Clark
  • Publication number: 20140126230
    Abstract: Disclosed is a portable computer carrying and securement device, comprising an elastic covering adapted to surround the outer structure of a closed laptop computer or tablet, wherein the covering includes an internal cable attaching to a rotating spool for tightening the cable and covering around the laptop for security purposes. Attached to the upper portion of the covering is a ratcheting and carrying handle, which attaches to the spool for winding the cable therearound and for applying compression onto the outer portion of the computer to prevent tampering or unauthorized access. The handle is further capable of releasing the spool and thus the tension on the cable via a directed outward release motion. This motion is prevented by a locking mechanism and combination privy to only authorized users. The device further incorporates accessories that facilitate recharging of the laptop, locking the assembly to an external structure and an outward-facing display.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2012
    Publication date: May 8, 2014
    Inventor: Dean Harris
  • Patent number: 8707744
    Abstract: A lock includes a movable unit and a lock core structure including a restriction unit and a lock core. The restriction unit has a passage penetrating therethrough to form a first opening and a second opening on two opposite sides of the restriction unit. An extension wall is formed in the passage to face the second opening. The lock core is disposed in the passage to couple with the restriction unit and is selectively movable relative to the restriction unit in an axial direction. The lock core has an end face facing the extension wall and an extension portion disposed on one side of the lock core close to the first opening and selectively protruding outside the first opening. The movable unit selectively contacts the lock core and is able to reciprocally rotate, wherein rotation of the movable unit is linked to axial movement of the lock core.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Assignee: Sinox Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Chun-Sheng Wu, Chia Ming Wu
  • Patent number: 8707537
    Abstract: A security lock assembly includes a channel blocking frame, deadbolt and a pin-lock assembly. The channel blocking frame defines a central opening along a first axis and a pair of opposing apertures along a second axis orthogonal to the first. The deadbolt also defines an aperture or bore extending therethrough for alignment with the frame's opposing apertures when positioned at least partially within the central opening of the channel blocking frame. The pin lock assembly has an elongated shaft dimensioned to extend through opposing apertures of the lock frame and deadbolt thereby entrapping the deadbolt within the channel blocking frame. Enlarged ends of the pin lock assembly prevent unauthorized removal of the pin-lock, the deadbolt, and thus the installed lock assembly from a detachable assembly (e.g., plow). The security lock assembly when secured within an attachment channel of a plow prevents unauthorized attachment without first removing the security lock assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Inventor: Donald E. Clark
  • Publication number: 20140110363
    Abstract: A rod holder mounting system including first and second mounting bracket sub-assemblies adapted to couple to first and second opposing ends of a rod holder sub-assembly. The first and second mounting bracket sub-assemblies respectively couple to first and second opposing ones of a vehicle's existing tie down bracket coupling locations, existing tie down brackets, or a tool box, and the rod holder sub-assembly includes a cross bar with rod holder tubes and first and second locking systems adapted to removably couple the cross bar to the first and second mounting bracket sub-assemblies, respectively. The rod holder mounting system allows for the transportation of fishing rods and reels in a vehicle and locks both the rod holder sub-assembly to the vehicle and the rods and reels to the mounting system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2013
    Publication date: April 24, 2014
    Applicant: Teak Isle Manufacturing, Inc.
    Inventors: Patrick Brown, David Brown
  • Patent number: 8701452
    Abstract: A security device to secure a computer may include a substantially vertical pedestal, a fixed platform mounted on the pedestal, a clamping table to cooperate with the fixed platform to secure the computer and a locking assembly to allow the clamping table to be moved to allow the computer to be attached and released from the fixed platform in an unlocked state and to prevent the clamping table from being moved to hold the computer in a locked state, The locking assembly may include a locking knob to operate the locking assembly between the locked state and the unlocked state, and the locking knob may rotate freely in the locked state and rotates to allow the clamping table to be moved in the unlocked state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2014
    Inventors: Gary D. Foster, W. Douglas Mayer
  • Patent number: 8695384
    Abstract: A lock structure for an electrical device is provided. The lock structure includes a rotatable fastener, a lock body, an operation device, and a housing. The lock body is disposed at least partially in the housing, connected with the operation device, and includes or couples with a driving portion. When the lock body is operated to achieve an unlocked state, the lock body allows the driving portion to move the rotatable fastener. At the same time, the operation device achieves an operable status in which the operation device can move driving portion to change the orientation of the rotatable fastener, resulting in the connection/detachment of the lock structure and the electronic device. When the lock body is in a locked state, the movement of the driving portion is restricted and the operation device is not operable to directly or indirectly rotate the rotatable fastener, resulting in the secure connection of the lock structure and the electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 15, 2014
    Assignee: Sinox Company Ltd.
    Inventors: Chang-Chiang Yu, Chun-Sheng Wu
  • Patent number: 8677790
    Abstract: A security enclosure that may include at least three supports with each support secured to a surface, at least two panels with each panel installed between adjacent ones of the supports, and a locking device that may selectively permit and prevent removal of the panels. A method of securing equipment in a security enclosure that may include the steps of arranging supports around the equipment being secured, and securing the supports. The method may also include inserting a panel in the supports and inserting another panel in the supports. One panel may prevent removal of the other panel from the supports, and each of the panels may be retained between the adjacent ones of the supports.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2014
    Inventor: Rex A. Ramsey
  • Patent number: 8671721
    Abstract: A lock structure for an electrical device is provided. The lock structure includes a rotatable fastener, a lock body, an operation device, and a housing. The lock body is disposed at least partially in the housing, connected with the operation device, and couples with a driving portion. When the lock body is in an unlocked state, the lock body allows the driving portion to move the rotatable fastener. Simultaneously, the operation device can move the driving portion to change the orientation of the rotatable fastener, resulting in the connection/detachment of the lock structure and the electronic device. When the lock body is in a locked state, movement of the driving portion is restricted and the operation device cannot directly or indirectly rotate the rotatable fastener, resulting in the secure connection of the lock structure and the electronic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 18, 2014
    Assignee: Sinox Company Ltd.
    Inventors: Chang-Chiang Yu, Chun-Sheng Wu
  • Publication number: 20140069153
    Abstract: A burglarproof device for electronic device including a fastener, a control unit, and a lock core is provided. The fastener includes a plurality of lever arms surrounding a virtual axis. The control unit moves relative to the fastener and drives ends of the lever arms to move toward each other when approaching the fastener; the ends of the lever arms move away from each other when the control unit leaves the fastener. The lock core in an unlocked status permits the movement of the control unit relative to the fastener while the lock core in a locked status restricts the control unit from moving relative to the fastener.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2013
    Publication date: March 13, 2014
    Applicant: SINOX CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Chia-Ming WU, Chun-Sheng WU
  • Patent number: 8667818
    Abstract: A lock assembly for retail packaging, having a lock assembly, a key assembly, a hinge assembly, and packaging comprising at least one wall. The lock assembly mounts exteriorly onto the packaging. The packaging lock assembly may further have a rail assembly mounted onto a display rack. The rail assembly comprises rail members and a transversal member. The packaging lock assembly may further have a plate assembly positioned in between the lock assembly and the plate. The lock assembly suspended from the rail members is placed in a locked position, whereby a locking shaft assembly is blocked by the transversal member to prevent removal of the packaging from the rail assembly. The key assembly is presented into a latch assembly comprising a key hole to cause the locking shaft assembly to shift from the locked position, to an unlocked position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 11, 2014
    Inventor: Hamid Mchatet
  • Publication number: 20140053617
    Abstract: An object gripping device using a solenoid valve includes a base having two opposite ends thereof, a fastening portion pivoted at one end of the base and having an object-gripping trench and a through opening having a stopping surface therein at two opposite ends of the fastening portion, a transmission portion pivoted at the other end of the base, a stopping shaft extending through both the transmission portion and the through opening, a first spring connected both the base and the fastening portion, a second spring connected both the base and the transmission portion, and a solenoid valve connected the base and the transmission portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 29, 2013
    Publication date: February 27, 2014
    Applicant: Quanta Computer Inc.
    Inventors: Lin-Wei HUANG, Sheng-Feng CHEN, Jung-Wen CHANG
  • Publication number: 20140041420
    Abstract: A support apparatus having a variable security level, including a tray structured for receiving a portable electronic device, the tray having a mounting interface structure on an outside backing surface thereof. An unsecurable retainer mechanism is structured for releasably retaining the portable electronic device in the tray.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2013
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Inventor: Jeffrey D. Carnevali
  • Patent number: 8646623
    Abstract: The present invention provides a lockable eyewear display system. Embodiments of the system include a frame holder on which the eyewear is placed, a locking mechanism that secures the eyewear to the holder, and a key that enables a user to holder unlock and to remove the eyewear from the holder. In one embodiment, frame holder includes an articulating joint allowing at least a portion of the holder and eyewear to be swiveled. The frame holder is removably attachable to a display rod of the system configured to hold a plurality of frame holders. The display rod includes a lock in one embodiment to prevent removal of the frame holders from the rod without use of a specially configured access key. The display rod is mountable to a surface of a fixture or display object such as a rack or furniture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Assignee: Eye Designs, LLC
    Inventors: Alan Winig, Richard Winig, James Eldon
  • Patent number: 8646294
    Abstract: A securement system is provided that permits the secured locking of an ultra-portable laptop computer without requiring the use of a universal security slot. The system includes an edge member that has a body channel intersecting a screen channel formed on a face. When the laptop is open, the edge of the laptop screen fits within the screen channel and the edge of the laptop body fits within the body channel, with the edge member being positioned astride the hinge between the screen and body. A cross member connects the edge member to an opposite edge member engaged over the opposite edge of the laptop. When secured, the system cannot be removed from the laptop, since the two edge members are prevented from movement due to the cross member and the channels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Inventor: Jay S. Derman
  • Patent number: 8646619
    Abstract: The present invention provides a lockable eyewear display system. One embodiment of the system includes a support frame on which the eyewear is placed, a lock that secures the eyewear to the frame, and a key that removes the lock from the frame. The device may further include an anchor connected to the frame that anchors the frame to a fixture or display object such as a rack or furniture. In another embodiment, the eyewear display device includes an articulating joint allowing at least a portion of the support frame to be swiveled.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 11, 2014
    Assignee: Eye Designs, LLC
    Inventors: Alan Winig, Richard Winig, James Eldon
  • Patent number: 8640511
    Abstract: A system for securing an item to an anchor is disclosed. The system may include a first extension extending from an item, an interface mechanism connected to the first extension, and a lock. The interface mechanism may include a cylindrical base, a sleeve, and a second extension. The cylindrical base may comprise an extension aperture receiving the first extension therewithin. The slide may surround at least a portion of the cylindrical base and occupy a blocking position locking the first extension within the extension aperture. The second extension may extend from the slide and comprise a traveler occupying a locking position locking the slide in the blocking position. The lock may engage the second extension and lock the traveler in the locking position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Inventor: Jay S. Derman