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20120174834TRANSPORT PALLET - A rectangular pallet that is symmetrical about its two major axes. The pallet comprises a first plastics shell and a second plastics shell. The first plastics shell is formed with a flat rim, nine or more ground engaging feet subtending below the level of the rim, the feet being arranged in respective parallel spaced apart beams extending from front to back. The first plastics shell also has plural channels running from side to side intersecting the beams running from front to back to define the feet. The second plastics shell is essentially flat and formed with a flat rim. An internal network of partitions extends between the first and second plastics shells. The rims of the first and second plastics shells are sealed to each other to form a clam and to enclose the network of partitions within the clam. In other aspects, the invention concerns a method and a system for forming the pallet.07-12-2012
20120174833Adjustable vertical desk - An adjustable, vertical desk with a horizontal work surface and vertical display surface upon which is attached a computer monitor or other electronic equipment to be viewed, in a range of height positions appropriate to adults of varying heights. The horizontal work surface may also be adjusted to position a keyboard and a mouse at an appropriate hand level for adults of varying heights. The desk allows users to place electronic equipment to heights as needed to suit their stature and by so doing encourages more natural body alignment while in a standing or in a seated position. When the vertical desk is used in combination with a standard treadmill set at low speed, the vertical desk permits mild exercise without work interruption.07-12-2012
20130032063PALLET PROTECTOR DEVICE AND METHOD - A pallet protector unitarily formed as a molded plastic part reinforces a wooden pallet. Its faceplate is nailed or screwed to the front and optionally the back face and side faces of the pallet. The protector has entry openings for the tines of a forklift and the openings are articulated into hollow collars that extend into the pallets inner regions. These collars provide a structure that accepts the weight and moment between the tines and the pallet and spread it across of the entire front of the pallet. RFID modules can also be included.02-07-2013
20130032064PALLET PROTECTOR DEVICE AND METHOD - A pallet protector unitarily formed as a molded plastic part reinforces a wooden pallet. Its faceplate is nailed or screwed to the front and optionally the back face and side faces of the pallet. The protector has entry openings for the tines of a forklift and the openings are articulated into hollow collars that extend into the pallets inner regions. These collars provide a structure that accepts the weight and moment between the tines and the pallet and spread it across of the entire front of the pallet. RFID modules can also be included.02-07-2013
20090044730COIN SORTER - A sorter device for sorting state quarters by State, year and mint location for each State quarter or for generally sorting pennies, nickels, dimes and quarters. It is in the form of a table with spaced-apart holes having depending funnel cones in which a coin wrapper is inserted. Identifying indicia that identifies desired information related to the coins to be sorted such as State, year, mint location, coin value or graphical images of the coins to be sorted is also included.02-19-2009
20130055928WORK STATION WITH MAGNETIC TOOL RETENTION APPARATUS - The Tool Retaining Work Station makes use of at least one magnet installed on a side or along the edge of the top surface of the work station. The objective of the magnets being located on or near the edge of the top surface of the work station is to ensure that the tools/parts are convenient for the professional to access, positioned to catch tools/parts before they fall off the top of the work station, and to prevent the professional from potentially losing control or sight over the procedure at hand.03-07-2013
20080295746Linear Table with an Adjustable Dust-proof Structure - A linear table with an adjustable dust-proof structure is locked with a loading rack on each end of a stator by screw, and each end of an elongated sheet-like dust-proof structure is located on each of the two loading racks. As compared to the conventional plate-like dust-proof structure, the weight of the dust-proof structure of the present invention is widely reduced, thus avoiding the problem of structure bending downwards. Moreover, adjusting the distance between the two loading racks can adjust the strain of the dust-proof structure, further preventing the dust-proof structure from bending downwards.12-04-2008
20100000447MEDICAL INSTRUMENT - Disclosed is a medical instrument. The medical instrument includes a main body including at least one of an operation part and a display part, and a detachable lever arranged on a rear portion of the main body, a cart including a desk on which the main body is positioned, a front detachable member disposed on the desk and adapted to attach and detach a front portion of the main body to/from the desk, and a rear detachable member disposed on the desk and adapted to attach and detach a rear portion of the main body to/from the desk and fix the main body to the desk by the detachable lever.01-07-2010
20120024201EDGE AND CORNER FOR A STRUCTURE CONSTRUCTED FROM BLOW-MOLDED PLASTIC - A structure constructed from plastic may include one or more reinforcing portions that are sized and configured to prevent damage to the structure. For example, the structure may be a table top constructed from blow-molded plastic and the table top may include a body with one or more corners. The corners may include an interior portion and an exterior portion, and reinforcement portions may be sized and configured to help prevent damage to the corners of the table top. In addition, one or more depressions may be at least partially disposed within the reinforcement portions, if desired. The reinforcement portions, for example, may include one or more inwardly and/or outwardly extending portions.02-02-2012
20110297054WIDTH ADJUSTABLE WORKTABLE - A width adjustable worktable includes a worktable body, an extension member movable relative to the body, a first guide rod connected to the extension member and a control set rotatably mounted in the extension member. The control set is operable to move the first guide rod between a locking position, where the first guide rod is prevented from moving relative to the worktable body, and an adjustable unlocking position, where the first guide rod is unlocked and movable relative to the worktable body for allowing the user to move the extension member carried by the first guide rod to adjust the width of the worktable.12-08-2011
20110168063MOUNT FOR USE WITH A DESK OR WORK STATION - A mount for carrying a display and like devices. The mount includes a base and a support pivotally coupled to the base. The support includes a mounting surface to carry at least one device. At least one rail constrains movement of the base along a horizontal plane. A pivot actuator is configured to pivot the support between a vertical position and a horizontal position. The mounting surface is substantially orthogonal to the horizontal plane in the vertical position. In the horizontal position, the mounting surface is substantially parallel to the horizontal plane.07-14-2011
20110203492ADJUSTABLE WORKSTATION WITH HIDEAWAY SEAT AND METHOD - An adjustable workstation with a hideaway seat and method are disclosed. The table may be adjustable in height so that the workstation may be used as a sitting desk or a standing workstation. The chair is pivotably coupled to the table so that it may be extended and used for sitting or stowed away under the desk while the user stands. The workstation may also have wheels for mobility.08-25-2011
20110197795Convertible headboard table apparatus - A wall mounted headboard capable of storing and deploying a spring loaded table. The apparatus is comprised of a headboard pivotally connected to a first table section and assisted by a plurality of gas springs. The first table section is pivotally hinged to a second table section. The hinges between the table sections are hidden thus the table surface is free from anything disturbing a smooth surface. The weight of the second table section is offset by a plurality of torsion spring assemblies. The torsion spring assemblies are comprised of a torsion spring slidingly engaged in brackets mounted to each table section. The torsion spring assemblies allow a single user to move the second table section easily with minimal effort whether deploying or storing the table. The operation of storing or deploying the table can be performed from either side of the bed without walking around to the opposite side.08-18-2011
20080250985Multifunction Furniture - A furniture frame that incorporates electronic parts into the furniture where the furniture includes an electronic display and an articulated arm and where the articulated arm unit bridges between the frame and an electronic display and it is extendable from and retractable into the frame.10-16-2008
20100126390SCREEN - The present invention relates to a screen e.g. (05-27-2010
20090178594DISPLAY TABLE AND CONVEYING DEVICE FOR A CREMATION URN - A display table assembly for displaying an urn. The display table has a plurality of retractable legs and a table top. Swivably connected to the table top is an urn carriage so that the urn carriage may be rotated for display. The urn carriage has first, second, front, and back sidewalls that enclose an open interior that is of size and shape to receive an urn chest.07-16-2009
20090183654PALLET SUPPORT - A pallet support comprising a support platform secured to a base frame via an intermediate frame, the intermediate frame being longitudinally slidable relative to the base frame and support platform, the support platform having ground engaging wheels whereby the support platform can be rolled off the base frame to pull the intermediate frame to one end of the base frame.07-23-2009
20090211496Portable entertainment system - A collapsible multi-play entertainment table includes a first section and a second section hingedly attached together by a hinging device. A plurality of leg members are removably attached to the underside of the folding table. The top surface of the folding table is adapted with an indentation for receiving a game table insert. The game table insert can be for any type of desired game such as chess, checkers, poker, plain or another suitable game. An assembly of collapsible chairs is included.08-27-2009
20090249984PLAY TABLE WITH CONTOURS AND WATER FEATURE - A child play table and kit accompanying the same is disclosed. In one embodiment, the child play table may have contoured terrain, such as a mountain, valley, or other types of terrain that may include a waterfall, a river, lake and/or an ocean featuring water flow produced by a pump. A controller may be included that activates the pump in coordination with a story line, which may be incorporated into a book, and/or user activity. The kit may include accessories corresponding to the story line such as human, dinosaur, fish and animal figurines, buildings, homes, forts, castles, roads, bridges and other structures as well as miniaturized toy vehicles. The controller may also generate audio signals corresponding to the story line.10-08-2009
20090038516Table covering - A table covering device is provided. Such table covering device includes a table covering member manufactured from a first predetermined material and having a first predetermined shape and a first predetermined size. Such table covering member has at least one aperture disposed therethrough at a predetermined location. Such aperture is a second predetermined size and has a second predetermined shape. A reinforcement means is disposed closely adjacent a perimeter around such at least one aperture.02-12-2009
20100175594FOLDABLE TABLE AND A FOLDABLE BENCH - A foldable table and a foldable Bench disclosed comprising a table(bench) top, a leg portion and a supporting portion, the top end of the leg portion formed rotatable connection with the table(bench) top, wherein the supporting portion comprising a V-shaped assembly and a supporting brace, the V-shaped assembly comprising two connecting rods and a sliding sleeve, the connecting rods are provided with disconnected ends and connected ends, the connected ends clamp the sliding sleeve and are fixed into one block, the disconnected ends are rotatably connected to a pair of legs respectively; one end of the supporting brace is connected to the undersurface of the table (bench) top, and the other end can slide through the sliding sleeve; and when the foldable table(bench) is in unfolded position, the connected ends of the connecting rod connected to the leg portion is locked with the supporting brace via the sliding sleeve.07-15-2010
20090314188FLUSH MOUNTING FOR CARD SHUFFLER - An apparatus and method for mounting a shuffling apparatus to a table is described. A bezel plate has an aperture permitting access to a top aperture in a shuffler apparatus. An aperture in the table top is covered by the bezel plate and a top portion of the shuffler apparatus is accessible through an aperture in the bezel plate. The bezel plate may be captivated to the table top using straps extending through the aperture in the table top and being affixed to the underside of the table top. The shuffler may be supported against the underside of the bezel plate by a bracket affixed to the underside of the table top. Alternatively, the bezel plate may be placed on the table top and the shuffler hung from an underside of the bezel plate by a bracket extending through the aperture in the table top.12-24-2009
20100192812FOLDABLE BAR TABLE - A foldable bar table includes a support frame movable between a folded configuration and an extended configuration. The support frame includes a plurality of upright posts. A linkage couples two neighboring upright posts of the plurality of upright posts. The linkage includes a fix-connecting holder fixedly coupled to a respective upright post of the plurality of upright posts. The fix-connecting holder forms a first transverse groove. A cross rod is removably positionable within the first transverse groove to facilitate maintaining the support frame in the extended configuration. A panel unit is coupled to the at least one cross rod.08-05-2010
20100242809HANDLE FOR A PORTABLE TABLE - A table may include a table top that is capable of being folded-in-half. In particular, the table top may include first and second portions that are capable of being moved being moved between a folded position in which the first portion is disposed proximate the second portion and an unfolded position in which the first portion and the second portion are generally aligned in the same plane. The table may also include first and second legs that are movable between an extended position and a collapsed position relative to the table top. In addition, the table may include a handle that facilitates carrying of the table. The handle may include a gripping portion that is sized and configured to be gripped by a user and the handle may be attached to the table top. The table may further include a handle retention assembly that secures the handle in a fixed position.09-30-2010
20110232537COLLAPSIBLE PALLET SYSTEM AND METHODS - The present invention is directed to collapsible type pallets and related products embodiments of which include a construction wherein support beams can be integrally formed from the sheet material of the pallet itself. The beams can be supported internally by structural inserts. Additionally, the supporting inserts may include braces for added stability and strength. The beams, as well as the platform can be further braced and structurally supported by cross braces, which run generally at right angles to the beams and pass through apertures in the beams themselves and slots in the inserts. In certain embodiments, the cross braces pass underneath and support the underside of the platform to create significant structural advantages to the pallet. Embodiments of the pallet can be easily assembled from components that can be easily and economically stored and transported. Embodiments are light-weight thereby providing savings in assembly, transportation, and storage.09-29-2011
20090145338Portable rapid work station - A portable work station is convertible between a collapsed condition suitable for storage and transport and an expanded condition suitable for use as a work bench. The work station includes a central panel serving as a work table or bench positionable in generally horizontal plane when the work station is expanded. The central panel defines two opposing generally parallel ends. Legs at one of the parallel ends are movable between collapsed conditions within the collapsed work station and generally vertical positions when the work station is expanded for use as a work bench or table. A storage device is provided at the other end of the parallel ends movable between a collapsed condition substantially in parallel planes with the work table or bench and an extended condition substantially normal to the work table or bench. The storage device includes storage compartments or bins for storing tools, hardware or the like in the expanded condition of the work station. Rolling members on the storage device transport the work station in its collapsed condition by rolling it along a generally horizontal surface.06-11-2009
20120240827CONFIGURABLE, REPAIRABLE, AND RECYCLABLE CARGO PALLET - The present invention relates to a lightweight and versatile pallet and its manufacturing and assembling method. It consists of the design of a repairable, recyclable, and reusable pallet with a modular structure, configurable load capacity, and with non-slip rubber surfaces to prevent sliding of the cargo on the pallet and of the pallet on the ground, shelf, and forklift or other pallet handling equipment. This pallet is to be used in numerous commercial and industrial applications. An embodiment of the platform members used to form the bottom and top surfaces of the pallet can be used to construct other flat platforms such as walls, floors, and molds for pouring concrete structures.09-27-2012
20110017104Combination Table Top Cover and Skirt Retainer - An apparatus and method for affixing a table skirt to a table top cover comprising, a semi-rigid reusable table top cover for covering a table top and side surfaces of the table top, and, thus, functions to cover a table top having existing damage from staples or general wear to provide a uniform table top surface for affixing and removing table skirting without the use of staples.01-27-2011
20110079169STACKABLE, NESTABLE AND GANGABLE TABLE - A stackable, nestable, and gangable table for use in varied environments such as classrooms, conferences, testing, etc includes a wire frame scaled according to the anticipated use, a table top and a modesty panel angled obtusely from the table top to accommodate stacking and/or nesting of the tables. The table further includes glide members on the wire frame base that accommodates the ganging of tables next to one another. The glide members are mounted on the base in such a manner that they engage the opposing glides on the aligned consecutive table. The table also includes a mounting mechanism for mounting accessories such as a side storage pouch to provide additional storage and help delineate the personal work space of each table.04-07-2011
20110239908Table With A Panel - A desk with panels, wherein a large open space is formed between a top board and a rear panel so that the rear upper surface of the top board can be effectively used and optional members can be installed in the open space with a sufficient allowance. The rear end parts of a pair of right and left top board support bodies are mounted on a frame fromed by connecting the upper ends of the right and left leg bodies to each other through a lateral connection lever so as to be projected forward of the lateral connection lever, and the top board is supported by the right and left top board support bodies sos that the most part thereof can be positioned forward of the lateral connection lever. Also, a pair of right and left panel support bodies are mounted on both sides of the frame so as to be extended rearward, and the rear panel in the vertical direction is supported by both panel support bodies at their rear ends.10-06-2011
20110247529EXTENSIBLE TABLE - The extensible table includes: a main surface (10-13-2011
20110253015TABLE WITH TABLETOP CORNER SUPPORT - A table includes a tabletop and legs for the tabletop. The tabletop includes a blow-molded structure and components coupled to the blow-molded structure to rigidify the tabletop.10-20-2011
20100251939RAMP SYSTEM - A ramp system may include a pallet configured to support a product, a ramp configured to secure the product to the pallet when the ramp is in a first position and to connect to the pallet when the ramp is in a second position and a bracket configured to be removeably connected to a top surface of the pallet.10-07-2010
20120199050HANDLE FOR A PORTABLE TABLE - A table may include a table top capable of being folded-in-half. In particular, the table top may include first and second portions that are capable of being moved being moved between a folded position in which the first portion is disposed proximate the second portion and an unfolded position in which the first portion and the second portion are generally aligned in the same plane. The table may also include first and second legs that are movable between an extended position and a collapsed position relative to the table top. In addition, the table may include a handle that facilitates carrying of the table. The handle may include a gripping portion that is sized and configured to be gripped by a user and the handle may be attached to the table top. The table may further include a handle retention assembly that secures the handle in a fixed position.08-09-2012
20100282133Modular Welding Table - Present invention disclosed and claimed a modular welding table where the work surface is made up of a plurality of plates that can be easily slided to and fro, adapting to objects of different shapes. The through holes on these plates, as well as the parallel grooves between these plates, provide the foothold for clamping tools and devices that are used in conjunction to this welding table, to secure the work piece in place. Under each of the leg, a height-adjustable pad is provided, so that the welding table can adjust its evenness accordingly, by turning the screw stem of the pad easily.11-11-2010
20100282134DESK WHICH HAS COMBINED VERTICAL TYPE LEGS - A desk which has combined vertical type legs is composed of a desk top and several legs, the legs are connected to the bottom of the desk top, and the legs are perpendicular to the desk top, joiners is fitted on the bottom of the desk top, and the desk top is connected to the legs by the joiners, there is a screw hole on the joiner, the leg comprises a tube and a long screw rod, the rod passes through the tube, the first end of the rod have a projecting stage, the corresponding first end of the tube have a limited stage, the projecting stage and the limited stage are well matched, the second end of the rod have male thread, the second of the rod passes through the second end of the tube and is connected to the screw hole on the bottom of the desk top, the tube is locked between the projecting stage of the first end of the rod and the joiner of the desk top.11-11-2010
20120037049Reconfigurable Table Assemblies - A hood assembly for use with furniture, the hood assembly comprising a frame structure including at least first and second rigid elongated frame members that are spaced apart by at least a first brace member and a fabric sock cover member that forms a passage that is open on at least one end, wherein the frame structure is slid into the passage to stretch the sock cover member over the frame structure and form an architectural structure including portions of the fabric sock cover member on either side of the frame member.02-16-2012
20120304897Adjustable Table Apparatus and Method - Some embodiments of a table system can include a table that is readily adjustable between a deployed position and a storage position. In particular embodiments, when the table is in the unlocked condition, the tabletop surface can be readily pivoted from a generally horizontal position to a generally vertical position, for example, for purposes of storing or transporting the table.12-06-2012
20120152155Combined Tool Carrier and Work Table - A combined tool carrier and work table comprised gull-wing covers. The gull-wing covers are dimensioned such that when the tool carrier is closed and the gull-wing covers are down, the height of the tool carrier is low enough so that it will fit underneath a tool bench with a waist high surface. When the tool carrier is moved to a remote job site and the gull-wing covers are opened, their sides become work surfaces elevated to about waist high, similar to the work bench. The gull-wing covers can then be locked into place to provide a secure work table.06-21-2012
20120006236ADHESIVE HOLDER FOR HOLDING OBJECTS AND KIT, AS WELL AS METHOD FOR MAKING AN ADHESIVE HOLDER - An adhesive holder for holding objects comprises an adhesive layer, an object holder, an adapter with a contact surface and a counter element with a counter surface. The counter surface of the counter element is positionable at a distance from the contact surface of the adapter in order to enclose a section of a structural element. The adhesive layer can be applied onto the contact surface of the adapter or onto the counter surface of the counter element. The adhesive holder according to the invention makes it possible to introduce a force into a structural element by exerting compressive stress and shearing stress only such that the adhesive connection is much more durable and the adhesive holder can be subjected to higher loads than in the state of the art.01-12-2012
20120055378Supported tray system - A tray and tray support system which is suited for attachment to a portable folding chair enables the tray mechanism to be either left closely adjacent to the portable seating and unused, or pivoted to a position of deployment. Deployment is effected by causing a tray suspended from a fitting to be pivoted from a vertical hanging position and through an angle of about 270° to then be stably supported at a general horizontal position. The responsibility for pivoting support is divided and uses a pivot stop structure within a tray deployment fitting, and a set of tray supports which are also pivotally attached to the tray deployment fitting about an axis adjacent and parallel to the axis of the main horizontal extent of the main tray bearing member.03-08-2012
20120055379Workspace partition and method for using the same - A workspace partition is disclosed that encourages a user to focus on presented tasks without distraction and physically prevents the user from interfering with, or interrupting, the work and attention of adjacent users, while simultaneously allowing another individual to monitor the user. To this end, a workspace partition is provided with a center wall and two sidewalls, wherein the center wall has an opening in its middle lower portion. Users, such as students with disabilities, focus on academic tasks within the workspace partition. The walls of the workspace partition limit distractions outside of the workspace partition and physically prevent users from interfering with adjacent users. Another individual, such as a teacher, can observe and monitor the user through the opening in the center wall. Multiple workspace partitions can be used together to allow multiple users to focus on presented tasks with limited distractions while simultaneously being observed by another individual.03-08-2012
20110083589ADJUSTABLE PAIL STAND - A container holding table comprising a table top having a top planar surface and a bottom planar surface with an opening and at least one height adjustable table leg. The opening is located in the center of the plastic table top and comprises a round through hole sufficiently sized to receive a container. The height adjustable table leg comprises a stainless steel caster. The height adjustable table leg further comprises an inner and an outer tube. The inner and outer tube provide telescoping means allowing adjustment of up to four inches via at least one set of apertures and a push button securing device. The height adjustable table leg is capable of being repeatedly unfolded from a closed position to an open position.04-14-2011
20120204766FOLDING TABLE - A folding table includes a single tabletop extending over a framework and legs. The folding table includes a first framework with a first pair of legs and a second framework including a second pair of legs. Folding linkages fold the tabletop between a first use position wherein the tabletop is substantially horizontal and second storage position wherein the tabletop is substantially vertical. A damping assembly includes a damper mounted to the tabletop and the frameworks and includes a damping linkage to guide and provide controlled folding and unfolding of the table.08-16-2012
20110179977PALLET ASSEMBLY WITH LOCATING SUPPORT STRUCTURE - A structurally reinforcing pallet having an insert exhibiting a three dimensional shape with a top, sides and bottom. A plasticized material is applied over the insert according to a selected thickness and in order to encapsulate the insert. A first plurality of upper edge projecting and positional locating rim portions are exhibited about a periphery of an insert incorporated into a first pallet and, in combination with a second mating plurality of recessed underside edge extending locations exhibited about a periphery of a further insert incorporated into a second pallet, enable multiple stacking of pallets in laterally stabilized fashion.07-28-2011
20120210914KEYBOARD AND MOUSE SUPPORT - A support device including a keyboard platform and a bracket for mounting the keyboard platform a work surface to elevate the keyboard platform above the work surface. The keyboard platform is mounted on the bracket for sliding movement relative to an edge of the work surface along a horizontal fore-aft axis. The keyboard platform is mounted on the bracket for tilting movement about a tilting axis perpendicular to the fore-aft axis. The support device includes a lock movable between a locked position wherein sliding/tilting movement of the keyboard platform is prevented and an unlocked position wherein sliding/tilting movement of the keyboard platform is permitted. One aspect includes a clamp provided on the bracket and engageable with the work surface to elevate the keyboard platform above the work surface. One aspect provides a mouse platform pivotally attached to the keyboard platform and configured to support the mouse at a tilted position.08-23-2012
20100050909Bar set - A bar set includes a collection of independent multipurpose units that can be reduced or increased in number. The set is also capable of flexible configurations. Every multipurpose unit in the bar set can be converted into an art platform and the plurality of these art platforms provides options of use. The display of aquarium, artwork and TV originates from a TV cabinet unit and this unit is also used as a music speaker. The bar cabinet unit includes compartments for electric lift means, movable panel, display shelves, pull out panel, music speaker and a fridge. The table unit includes a built-in container for table surface display of edibles with a container cover that also functions as a table surface. This unit also includes compartments for the display of remote controls, wine openers, plates and serviette dispenser and compartments for the storage of trash bins, champagne bucket and ice bucket.03-04-2010
20120312199Table with storable monitor - A table arrangement having a guide rail structure secured to the table adjacent the underside of the table top. A carriage is movable along a guide structure from a retracted position under the table top to an extended position disposed adjacent one table edge. A supporting frame is hingedly carried on the carriage and mounts a flat-panel video monitor thereon, the latter being storable directly under the table top when the carriage is in the retracted position. Movement of the carriage to the extended position causes the supporting frame and monitor to project beyond the adjacent table edge, whereupon the supporting frame and monitor can be swung upwardly about the hinge axis into an upright use position wherein the monitor protrudes above the table top adjacent the one edge, and the monitor screen fronts onto the region above the table top.12-13-2012
20100258041Ant Resistant Dessert Table - A joint obstacle to ants is formed from two or more moats containing a liquid such as water, or a water dish soap mixture, spaced closely apart. The moats surround a table or serving plate for presenting dessert. The moats are separated by a short band about the same width as the moats. By spacing the moats closely apart, the ants rejects a path across the second moat, thereby preventing the ants from reaching the dessert.10-14-2010
20100071599Stabilized Table and Method for Stabilizing a Table - A table has more than three legs, two of the legs being pivotable relative to the rest of the table. The pivotable legs are selectively locked against movement by a lock device that adjustably expands into contact with opposing control surfaces. One of the control surfaces is fixedly coupled to the pivotable legs and another one of the control surfaces is fixedly coupled to the rest of the table. Pivotal movement is prevented when the lock device is wedged against the opposing control surfaces. When the lock device is pulled out from between the control surfaces, the table can stabilize on an uneven floor surface, which may cause the opposing control surfaces shift in orientation relative to each other. A biasing member urges the lock device to self-expand and to automatically move into the same or different position between the opposing control surfaces as may be required to prevent subsequent movement.03-25-2010
20110277672TRAY TABLE STOP ASSEMBLY - Described are tray table stop assemblies comprising a housing comprising at least one deployment track, a force-receiving mechanism comprising at least one protuberance, wherein the at least one protuberance is slidingly coupled to the at least one deployment track, and a biasing mechanism positioned between the force-receiving mechanism and the housing. In some embodiments, the tray table stop assembly is coupled to a passenger seat assembly adjacent a tray table assembly having at least one arm. In these versions, the arm of the tray table assembly is positioned to apply pressure to the force-receiving mechanism when the tray table assembly travels between a stowed position and a deployed position. When the tray table assembly moves forward beyond the stowed position, the force-receiving mechanism is positioned within the travel path of the arm.11-17-2011
20110303127Combination Table and Parition - A combination table and room partition. The table is provided with a partition that is connected thereto by way of one or more hinges. The partition is thus movable from a resting position to a deployed position above and orthogonal to the tabletop.12-15-2011
20090249983Gliding table and chairs - A style of lawn glider that consists of a table and chairs which travel forward and backward as one gliding frame over a second lower frame which rests on a reasonable flat surface. The use of four hard wheels, which roll in between four lower concave tracks that are part of the lower frame and four convex tracks that are part of the upper frame, provide the gliding action. The lower frame provides a retractable transport wheel system that allows easy relocating of the entire mechanism. A cloth guard system provides a way of preventing unintentional contact with moving parts. The current glider is made of wood and common fasteners, but it could be made of other materials such as plastic, metal or composite materials. Seat cushions and overhead sun shade are considered part of this product. The glider is designed to be packaged and sold in a kit form.10-08-2009
20130014675HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE DESKTOP APPARATUS - A height adjustable desktop apparatus including a work surface that may be adjusted between a raised and a lowered position, as well as any desired intermediate position, is provided. The work surface moves upwardly and downwardly in a vertical direction, and is supported by a pair of hinged support members. The hinged support members are pivotally attached, on a top portion, to the underside of the work surface, and one or both may be attached on a bottom portion to a sliding base member, which slides in a horizontal, lateral direction. The apparatus includes a fixed hutch, preferably having a fixed base member and a pair of fixed, raised shelves, wherein each shelf is supported by a pair of fixed vertical support members. The sliding base member is slidably attached to the fixed base member of the hutch, and moves in a lateral, sideways direction during adjustment.01-17-2013
20130014674HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE DESKTOP APPARATUSAANM BURKHALTER; John CharlesAACI GainesvilleAAST GAAACO USAAGP BURKHALTER; John Charles Gainesville GA US - A height adjustable desktop apparatus including a flat work surface that may be adjusted between a raised and a lowered position, as well as any desired intermediate position, is provided. The flat work surface moves upwardly and downwardly in a vertical direction, and is supported by a pair of hinged support members. The hinged support members are pivotally attached, on a top portion, to the underside of the flat work surface, and may be attached on a bottom portion to a sliding base member, which slides in a horizontal, lateral direction. The apparatus includes a fixed hutch, preferably having a fixed base member and a pair of fixed, raised shelves, wherein each shelf is supported by a pair of fixed vertical support members. The sliding base member is slidably attached to the fixed base member of the hutch, and moves in a lateral, sideways direction during adjustment.01-17-2013
108500120 With umbrella structure 7
20130074743Weather integrated cane workstation - A portable workstation can be folded so as to be readily portable, and has a seat portion and a table portion for holding a book, electronic device, and papers, among other things. The tray portion is adapted for use with electronics equipment, wherein the tray portion provides a support for the electronic device. The workstation has a main leg pivotably connected to a pair of legs. An umbrella can be connected to the workstation in the folded condition of the workstation, and can be opened and adjustably positioned in the unfolded condition of the workstation. In another embodiment, similar in structure to that of the workstation, a seat is provided, but omitting a table portion. A cane handle can be provided at the upper end of the workstation.03-28-2013
20100116177TABLE - A table comprise a tabletop with at least one portion suitable for over hanging at least a portion of a chair; at least one foot for carrying said tabletop; and an integral aquatic container.05-13-2010
20100116176FOLDABLE TABLE - Foldable table that is easy to handle is described, which is provided for use by a plurality of people but do not require a plurality of people when it is folded. The table can be unfolded and be folded in a fast and simple way, and can be provided with a parasol, wherein the table and the parasol can be unfolded simultaneously. The foldable table comprises a first and a second table-top section (05-13-2010
20090165681TABLE WITH STOWAWAY UMBRELLA - A table including a collapsible umbrella and a hollow main body is provided. The hollow main body is adapted to receive the umbrella when the umbrella is in a collapsed position. The collapsible umbrella may include a pole coupled to a plurality of hinged ribs supporting a canopy. Each of the ribs may include a first hinge coupled to the pole that facilitates a downward folding of the umbrella, and a second hinge disposed between a first end of the rib and a second end of the rib that facilitates an upward folding of a portion of the umbrella. A method for storing the umbrella of the table is also provided.07-02-2009
20120067252Extendable Table for Use with an Outdoor Umbrella - An extendable table comprises a frame, a table top portion, and a cutout filling mechanism. The table top portion is slidably attached to the frame and defines a cutout. The cutout filling mechanism is attached to the table top portion and comprises a filler portion. In use, the cutout filling mechanism is operative to place at least a portion of the filler portion into the cutout when the cutout is not occupied by another object. The cutout filling mechanism is also operative to place the filler portion outside the cutout when the cutout is occupied by another object.03-22-2012
20110100267ROTARY TABLE - A rotary table includes a first plank which has a plurality of fastening portions and a plurality of rolling balls corresponding to fastening portions, and each fastening portion fastens each rolling ball to one side of the first plank, and a second plank which has a first baseboard, a second baseboard, an annular trough and at least one latch portion. The first baseboard and second baseboard have respectively a first trough and a second trough on one side thereof that are joined through the latch portion to form the second plank with the annular trough in a continuous manner at the same plane. The first plank is turnable relative to the second plank through the rolling balls moving in the annular trough.05-05-2011
20110265694Solar Powered Umbrella Table - A solar umbrella and table apparatus with attached chairs features stand-alone AC power, generated from solar energy. The apparatus features an umbrella having solar collection devices and a table with attached seating chairs. The electrical system of the apparatus converts collected solar energy to an electrical voltage. Batteries store the energy provided by the solar panels. Inverters convert the DC voltage output from the storage batteries to 120 volts AC. Power outlet terminals are located on the umbrella and table apparatus allow 120 volts AC powered devices to access the output of the sine wave power inverters.11-03-2011
108500130 With heating or air moving means 7
20120180705TABLE FOR KEEPING FOODS LOCATED IN DISHES WARM AND TABLE COMPRISING ONE OR MORE INDUCTION MODULES - Table for keeping food warm in dishes, said table having a storage surface for the dishes and furthermore having a carrying surface that is provided beneath the storage surface and that is moreover intended for receiving at least one heat source, the storage surface being supported by a continuous table top and the carrying surface being supported by an intermediate shelf, either the table top being configured as fixed and the intermediate shelf opposite the table top being adjustable in height with respect to said table top, or the intermediate shelf being configured as fixed and the table top as being removable.07-19-2012
20120216725DISMOUNTABLE MODULAR PLATFORM FOR WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITY - The present invention relates to a device designed for the unloading of waste, which device consists of a raised platform (08-30-2012
20120186499Object holding table - An object holding table comprising a table top, a frame body, two rotating shaft sets and a foot stand set. The rotating shaft sets are used to movably attach the table top and the frame body to allow the table top to turn 90 degrees. The foot stand set has a first lateral foot stand and a second lateral foot stand both capable of overturning outwards and supporting the object holding table to stand; and when not in use, to withdraw and being stored at the inner side of the table top. By assembling the foregoing assemblies, the object holding table of the present invention is hence capable of holding a portable electronic device and turning 90 degrees to reach a convenient watching position.07-26-2012
20120024202MONITOR HOLDER DEVICE - A standing desk designed monitor holder device having a frame and a monitor receptacle arrangement in the upper region of the frame is provided. The monitor receptacle arrangement has a sensor monitor bearing surface having a heat release opening for receiving the rear side of a sensor monitor designed as a flat screen.02-02-2012
20110023757METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR LOCALLY CONTROLLING SUPPORT OF A FLAT OBJECT - A non-contact support platform system is provided for supporting a substantially flat object. The system includes a platform with a first plurality of pressure ports and a first plurality of vacuum ports for inducing a fluid cushion to support the object at a distance from the platform. The system further includes a second plurality of pressure ports located at a predetermined zone of the platform for increasing the distance of the object from the platform at the predetermined zone.02-03-2011
20110146542OUTDOOR TABLE WITH THERMALLY CONDITIONED AIR - An outdoor table with integrated air conditioning for providing thermally conditioned air to users seated at the table includes a table pedestal defining at least one ambient air inlet and a table top supported on the pedestal. The table top defines a first conditioned air outlet vertically positioned at a height to coincide with the torso of a seated human, and a second conditioned air outlet positioned to direct conditioned air above and/or below the table top. A fan within the pedestal has a fan inlet communicative with the ambient air inlet for drawing ambient air into the pedestal for thermal conditioning and also has a fan outlet communicative with the conditioned air outlets for supplying conditioned air to users. A heat exchanger is interposed between the ambient air inlet and the fan inlet, and a working fluid supply is fluidly communicative with the heat exchanger for thermally conditioning the ambient air.06-23-2011
20120318179Table and fan combo - The device is comprised of a low profile motorized fan and housing enclosure that mounts out of plain site beneath a typical utility table top. The table and fan assembly allows for occupant leg room, easy storage, and portability of table. The fan enclosure avoids comingling of intake and vented air by redirecting intake air flow perpendicularly to the vented air. The enclosure vents air outward from the center of the underside of table top up to three hundred and sixty degrees parallel to the table top. The device allows for the optimum installation of an optional heater and or water mister device by supplying a section for their installation where the complete air stream is channeled. The enclosure provides optional receptacles for a shade umbrella support pole to transfer umbrella support loads through the housing enclosure.12-20-2012
108500140 With head, arm, leg, or foot rest 3
20090044731Appendage Elevation Support Structure - An appendage elevation support structure is disclosed. The appendage elevation support structure includes a platform defining a central axis. A plurality of legs is secured to the platform in a substantially radial configuration about the central axis to support the platform above a surface. A frame having a plurality of support members is carried by the platform. A plurality of slings is carried and supported by the frame. The slings are adapted to cooperate to cradle and support a human appendage.02-19-2009
20110017105Recliner laptop desk - A laptop desk for comfortable laptop computing from a reclined user position and adapted to use with a conventional arm chair is disclosed. The laptop desk comprises a flat surface board having an upper raised border and a lower raised border defined by at least one pegboard area having a plurality of holes, a plurality of mouse pad areas, a plurality of accessory strap slots, and a plurality of hooks. The laptop desk further comprises an adjustable tension restraint strap, at least one leg assembly for pivotally resting the laptop desk on arm rests of the chair; and at least one peg hook. The peg hook is inserted to a pair of holes on the pegboard area to support desktop accessories and a laptop computer. A plurality of eyelet apertures and glide type strap adjusters in the adjustable tension restraint strap provide a means for strap length adjustment.01-27-2011
20120125237TABLE WITH HEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE COMPONENT - A table with a height-adjustable component comprising a vertical support, a height adjustable mechanism, and a height adjustable part, wherein the adjustment mechanism comprises at least two grooves around the perimeter of the vertical support; an elastomeric ring which fits snugly within the grooves, and can be stretched to move from one groove to another; and a slide which fits over the vertical support and has a stop which rests on the top of the ring and also prevents lateral movement of the ring out of the desired groove. The height-adjustable part is affixed to or formed as part of the slide, and may comprise a footrest or a tabletop. A method of manufacturing and using the same is also described.05-24-2012
108500170 With a roll 2
20080282941Collapsible infeed/outfeed table - A collapsible infeed/outfeed table is provided with a pair of collapsible wings that are supported by struts slidably attached to the wings and pivotally attached to two pairs of elongated support legs. A pair of vertical stanchions provide a pivot point for the wings and lower ends thereof support a pair of sliding braces also connected to the extensible legs. A central roller is provided between the two wings that telescopes between an extended and a retracted position. Extensible rollers are provided at free ends of the wings such that, when extended, the table may serve as a crosscut saw support stand. With the wings retracted and the central roller raised, the table may serve as an infeed/outfeed roller support for a separate saw, such as a crosscut saw or table saw. Finally, with all of the rollers retracted and the wings extended, the table is a work table.11-20-2008
20110239909DISPOSABLE COUNTER TOP PROTECTIVE COVERING AND DISPENSER - A disposable counter top protective covering and dispenser for temporarily covering a counter top surface during food preparation includes a roll of protective covering material having opposed first and second ends and first and second support legs that are each configured to be attached to a mounting surface at spaced distance from each other with the roll of protective covering material extending the spaced distance between the first and second support legs and supported at the opposite first and second ends for rotation about a longitudinal axis thereof.10-06-2011

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