Abstract: An insulated door lock assembly including a base member with an aperture for the cylinder of a lock. The base member is configured to be mounted to a door around a hole for the door lock. The inner volume of the base member can be filled with an insulating material. A cover member can be coupled to the base member through a hinge joint. The cover member can be configured to switch between an open state and a closed state. A keyway or a thumb turn of the door lock can be accessible in the open state and the keyway or the thumb turn is covered by the cover member in the closed state. An O-ring can also be provided around a periphery of the base member for sealably engaging the cover member to the base member.

Abstract: An entrance handrail includes an outer pipe that is supported by a supporting member provided in a proximity of an entrance of a vehicle, and that has a non-looped shape that is a shape obtained by removing a partial section from a looped-shape, an inner pipe supported inside of the outer pipe and exposed from the outer pipe at a partial section, the inner pipe having a looped-shape, a sheet member that is configured to be able to cover an outer peripheral face of the inner pipe, and that is movable in an axial direction of the inner pipe and the outer pipe by a drive device provided inside of the outer pipe, and a disinfecting device that is provided inside of the outer pipe and that is configured to disinfect the sheet member by irradiation of ultraviolet rays.

Abstract: A shopping cart handle cover comprises layers of fabric that wrap around the circumference of a shopping cart handle. An inner layer of high friction gripping fabric is in direct contact with the shopping cart handle, preventing the cover from moving around the handle when attached. Affixed along one edge of the inner layer of fabric are narrow strips of one of hook and loop fabric. Overlaying the inner layer is a layer of batting material to provide padding for comfort of the user when gripping the cover around the cart handle. An outer layer of durable fabric overlays the other layers of the cover. Affixed to the outer layer are moderately sized strips of the hook-and-loop counterpart to the strips on the inner layer, the strips on the outer layer affixed to an edge of the cover opposite the edge where strips are affixed to the inner layer.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a hygienic handle assembly and related methods for automatically advancing a clean portion of a protective sleeve over a handle after use of the handle by a person. In one embodiment, an exemplary hygienic handle assembly comprises a pair of first magnetic couplers, each having a passage therethrough, and a handle extending between the pair of first magnetic couplers and having a second magnetic coupler at each of its opposing ends. Each of the second magnetic couplers may be configured to be located within at least a portion of a corresponding first magnetic coupler, wherein magnetic fields of the first magnetic coupler repel magnetic fields of the second magnetic couplers received therein such that each second magnetic coupler is magnetically suspended within the corresponding first magnetic coupler.

Abstract: The invention provides a system and method for self-cleaning a door handle (4) by utilizing the kinetic energy of opening a door (1). A cable (3), for example a multi-link chain, fixed to the door frame (2) and a gear assembly (10, 11, 12) is provided such that linear displacement of said cable is converted to potential energy in response to movement of said door. The invention provides a means for rotating a drive roller (5) to co-operate with the door handle to clean said door handle, only when the door handle is released and the door is closing or closed. The potential energy provides the energy to enable the rotation of the drive roller.

Abstract: A method of making a light handle cover including providing a first mold tool and a second mold tool. The first mold tool engages with the second mold tool to form a mold cavity. The mold cavity is injected with a moldable material. The light handle cover is formed as a single integral piece with a substantially cylindrical grab portion that is circumscribed on one end by a substantially circular base shield. A plurality of teeth are formed in the light handle cover. Each of the plurality of teeth is separated by a space. The light handle cover is ejected from the second mold tool with a burst of air.

Abstract: A sanitary door handle cover which includes a strip having five layers including a first layer formed of absorbent, breathable material, an absorbent second layer, a sanitizing third layer with pockets containing sanitizing solution which is absorbed by the first, second, and fourth layers upon the application of pressure to the strip, an absorbent fourth layer, and an adhesive fifth layer which removably adheres to a door handle or door knob. A rectangular strip is applied to a midsection of a door handle, while a bilaterally symmetrical trapezoid-shaped strip is applied to a grip surface of a door knob.

Abstract: Provided is a sanitary handle cover configured to store and dispense sanitary fluid in response to pressure being applied to the handle cover, such as when an individual grabs the handle cover to open the door. The handle cover may additionally be adapted to be quickly and easily placed over the handle and substantially conform to the shape of the handle to remain on the handle during use.

Abstract: A portable, compact germ barrier for protecting a person from direct contact with an unsanitary surface, such as a doorknob, a toilet handle, or the like, is disclosed. A flexible fabric web is fixed to a plurality of stiffening rods that are each pivotally connected at a proximal end thereof to an actuating mechanism fixed through a central aperture of the web. The actuating mechanism includes an actuator for moving the ribs between a closed and an open position. In use, the person manually actuates the actuator, causing the actuating mechanism to pivot each of the ribs from the closed position into the open position. When in the open position, the germ barrier may be used to grasp the surface through the web, preventing direct contact between the person and the surface. The germ barrier is portable, compact, easy to use and it may be kept close-by, such as on a keychain.

Abstract: This invention relates to a flat sanitary door handle mechanism incorporating a self-contained mechanical user-operated continuous material advancing system whereby the person touches a fresh length of material while using the flat door handle to open the door thus avoiding hand exposure to the surface of the flat handle which may have been contaminated by previous users. This is achieved by the pull and release of the flat door handle by the user, without any external source of power, the action of which replaces the used length of material with a fresh length and makes the handle ready for use by the next person.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a wipe-dispensing device that can fit around commonly used doorknobs or door handles, and a method for issuing wipes from the device so that they may be used as a protective barrier between the hand and the doorknobs. The device may include a molded circular ring made of plastic or any suitable hardened polymer. The ring fits around a doorknob or door handle so that the inner edge of the ring is proximal to the outer edge of the doorknob base which is fixed to the door. Commonly used adhesive can be applied to the bottom half of the device to allow the apparatus to be attached to a door and to be positioned proximate to a doorknob as mentioned above. The device may also be attached to a door with screws inserted through the device. In an alternative embodiment, a gap can be included in the apparatus so that the ring is not continuous.

Abstract: A sanitary cover dispensing apparatus for use with a shopping cart that is adapted to provide a fresh disposable portion of sanitary sheet material over the shopping cart handle using an electronic advance system actuated by a touch-free sensor. The sanitary handle cover dispenser comprises a housing containing a roll of sanitized paper of plastic sheet material wound about a rotatable reel mechanism and adapted to deploy a fresh portion of sanitized sheet material in covering relation with the shopping cart handle between uses. A reel mechanism is electrically driven and actuated by a touch-free sensor upon sensing the presence of a user's hand in proximity to the sensor. The sanitary sheet material is preferably adapted with advertising content. The dispenser is further adapted with an electronic display and wireless communication functions that enable the device to receive and display information directly to the user.

Abstract: The sanitary handle apparatus provides a leveraged handle with a like-shaped rod within. The rod is partially exposed. A protective covering is fed onto the rod to prevent contact with germs and bacteria left by other individuals. The apparatus is especially useful for publicly and industrially used doors. The covering is an automatically feeding roll of hygienic, biodegradable paper or plastic rod covering. The roll is placed inside a durable, plastic or metal housing that operates via 12-volt, rechargeable battery packs and/or 12-volt transformer and also includes a motion sensor for motor activation.

Abstract: A toilet seat and lid lifter assembly which is constructed of a first frame member of generally U-shape and a second frame member of generally S-shape for gripping both a toilet seat and a toilet lid together such that the seat and lid can be simultaneously lifted or lowered without having to touch by hand.

Abstract: A door handle includes a disinfection device provided in the handle for automatically or manually spraying disinfectant onto the surface of the handle in order to kill virus or micro-organisms existing on the handle for preventing the infection of SARS virus or other pollutants. The door handle further includes a fire alarm, a gas-leakage alarm and a burglar alarm formed in the handle for respectively warning a fire, a gas leakage and an intrusion accident for safety and security purposes.

Abstract: A disposable handle for an article includes a connecting member connected to a surface of the article, and a handle member having a proximal connecting end connected to the connecting member and a distal handle end, the handle member comprising an air freshening scent, an antimicrobial agent, and a phosphorescent material producing a glow to help a user locate the handle member in the dark.

Abstract: A covering device for use with a door handle and interconnecting shaft extending from a hingedly secured door. The device includes an elasticized body having a substantially three dimensional shape with an inner face, an outer face, and an open inserting end defined around a narrowed neck of the body. The body further including a flexible and plasticized material which may be covered by a soft fabric outer layer. A resilient retaining portion, such as an elasticized ring is disposed around the neck in association with the open inserting end and for securing the body in place over the door handle and shaft. Frictional engagement is provided between the inner face of the elasticized body and the door handle surface in use and is preferably provided as an adhesive tacking surface which may be incorporated into an inner ply of covering device or spray applied.

Abstract: A drying sleeve is provided for a handle, such as a sports equipment handle. The drying sleeve has an open end, a closed end and an inner surface that define a cavity. An absorbent material and a containment material cover the majority of the inner surface to permit insertion and drying of the handle. A substantially moisture-proof outer cover covers the sleeve.

Abstract: Touchless door pull apparatus comprising an engagement slot on a door, and a cooperating hand tool. The slot and hand tool are cooperatively configured such that the hand tool can be engaged with an engagement surface associated with the slot, temporarily coupling the hand tool and the door to each other. The hand tool is then pulled away from the door, thus to open the door without touching the door. The slot can be part of a door accessory mounted on the door, or can be fabricated into the door structure. As an accessory, the door pull apparatus comprises a pull base for mounting on the door. The pull base and hand tool have first and second engagement elements, cooperatively configured such that the first and second engagement elements can be engaged, thus to temporarily couple the hand tool and the pull base to each other.

Abstract: A handle is provided on the interior side of a dishwasher door so as to facilitate the raising of the door from a low opened position. The handle is pivotally mounted within the door so as to move between an upstanding position when the door is open to a flush position when the door is closed. A counter weight is provided in the handle so the handle automatically rises to the upstanding position when the dishwasher door is moved from the closed position to the open position.

Abstract: A housing containing a sublimable disinfectant with the housing having an adhesive on the rear end for securing the housing to the backing plate behind a door knob. The housing has circumferential slots in the front end thereof so that the sublimed disinfectant vapors may reach the door knob. The housing is split in half so that it can be fit around the door knob shaft behind the knob.

Abstract: A sanitary door handle assembly which can be readily engaged by the inner curvature of a person's wrist or forearm so as to permit hands-free inward opening of a door for sanitary passage, followed by passive, easy release. A mounting arm supports an arcuate handle in spaced relation to the face of the door. The dished side of the handle, which is engaged by the wrist or forearm, generally faces the face of the door. The free end of the handle is directed toward the outer swinging edge of the door, and a gap between the free end of the handle and the door permits the operator's hand to pass therethrough to allow for natural disengagement and passage once the door is pulled open. In a modified arrangement, a resilient member is arranged to permit deflection of the mounting arm and/or handle to accommodate the operator's engaged wrist or forearm in response to unexpected motion of the door.

Abstract: A sanitary handle cover system for shopping carts that includes a dual layer exterior shield and an interior foam cushion assembly that are each positioned over the existing handle of a shopping card to provide multiple barrier layers between the user and the existing shopping cart handle. The dual layer exterior shield includes a fluid impermeable layer and a fluid absorbent layer. The exterior shield preferably includes an exterior fabric layer such as terry cloth and an fluid impermeable layer such as a flexible plastic film that are stitched together and securable about the interior foam cushion assembly by a pair of securing straps and snaps.