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26-01-2012 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20120018435A1
Автор: Jiwon Kim
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A refrigerator is disclosed. The present invention includes a body having at least one storage space, a door mounted to the body to selectively open/close the storage space, at least one rail part provided to a backside of the door, and a basket assembly including a basket and a sliding module guided along the rail part together with the basket, the sliding module to be selectively fixed to the rail part by a lever.

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17-05-2012 дата публикации

Equipment Rail and Bracket Assembly

Номер: US20120118837A1
Принадлежит: Panduit Corp

Certain embodiments of the present invention provide an equipment rail and bracket assembly. The equipment rail and bracket assembly includes an equipment rail and a bracket. The equipment rail is mounted to the bracket. The equipment rail includes a relief cut-out and a flexible tongue formed by the relief cut-out. The flexible tongue includes a bracket mounting opening for mounting the equipment rail to the bracket. The flexible tongue rotates relative to the equipment rail when the bracket is mounted to a cabinet.

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16-05-2013 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20130119849A1
Автор: GWAK Younghoon
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

A refrigerator includes an auxiliary shelf unfolded by being linked with an opening/closing of a second door which opens or closes a storage space defined in a first door. The second door covers the storage space and is rotated in the same direction as the first door. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a storage space;a first door rotatably mounted on the cabinet, the first door being configured to open and close at least a portion of the storage space and defining an opening through the first door;a second door that is configured to open and close the opening by rotating in a same direction as the first door; andan auxiliary shelf that has both sides shaft-coupled to the opening, the auxiliary shelf contacting a back surface of the second door, being unfolded in a direction crossing a rotation direction of the second door based on the second door opening, and being folded in the direction crossing the rotation direction of the second door based on the second door closing.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the auxiliary shelf comprises:a main plate rotatably mounted on the opening;a sub plate disposed on a front side of the main plate and configured to selectively contact the back surface of the second door; anda connection member that connects the main plate to the sub plate and that allows the sub plate to rotate relative to the main plate.3. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , wherein a bottom surface of the sub plate comprises:a horizontal part that extends horizontally from a rear end of the sub plate, the rear end of the sub plate being an end of the sub plate that is closest to the main plate; andan inclined part that extends upward in an inclined manner from a front end of the horizontal part and that is configured to contact the second door based on the second door closing.4. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , further comprising a roller that is disposed on a bottom surface of the auxiliary shelf and that contacts the ...

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13-06-2013 дата публикации

DISPOSABLE COUNTERTOP PROTECTION

Номер: US20130146205A1
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A flexible, polymeric, self-adhering, disposable film and delivery system for countertop protection during food preparation. The film or sheet is constructed and arranged to temporarily and releasably adhere to an upper surface of the countertop to cover enough of the food-preparation surface in order to protect that surface from any particulates coming from food preparation activity. In one form, multiple film sheets are packaged together by stacking the individual sheets or by forming a continuous roll of sheets. The continuous roll of sheets are separable into individual sheets by means of a perforated score line or by cutting such as with scissors or other tools. One or more perforated score lines can be formed in the roll of sheets thereby forming a pattern of score lines for creating a wide variety of sizes and shape options for the individual sheets from a single roll of sheets. 1. A countertop protection system for use during food preparation comprising:a substantially flat countertop constructed and arranged for food preparation; anda flexible, polymeric, self-adhering film provided as a sheet which is applied to an upper surface of said substantially flat countertop.2. The countertop protection system of wherein said film includes a perforated score line claim 1 , said film being separable by the perforated score line to form a plurality of sheets.3. The countertop protection system of wherein said film includes a second perforated score line that is substantially perpendicular to the first perforated score line claim 2 , said film being separable by the first and the second perforated score lines to form a plurality of sheets.4. The countertop protection system of wherein each of the plurality of sheets has a unique size and shape.5. The countertop protection system of wherein said film is opaque.6. A film for use with a substantially flat countertop constructed and arranged for food preparation claim 1 , said film comprising:a flexible, polymeric, self- ...

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27-06-2013 дата публикации

Cantilevered shelving rack

Номер: US20130160483A1
Принадлежит: BSH Home Appliances Corp

A refrigerator comprises a main body having an enclosable interior compartment, the compartment including at least one wall having and at least one channel recessed into the wall; at least one shelf mounted in the compartment; and a fixing rail mounted to the wall and within the channel so that the fixing rail and portions of the wall adjacent the channel are substantially flush. The fixing rail has a plurality of mounting locations for the shelf to allow adjustable mounting of the shelf relative to the wall.

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05-09-2013 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHODS TO MANUFACTURE SHAPED COUNTER TOP EDGES FOR CUSTOM COUNTER TOPS

Номер: US20130228269A1
Автор: Dufinetz Matt, Pehr John
Принадлежит: The Diller Corporation

A method of manufacturing a shaped counter top edge includes heating a sheet laminate to an elevated temperature, bending the sheet laminate to a formed laminate, and applying adhesive to at least one of the formed laminate or a substrate comprising a substrate upper face, a substrate lower face, and a substrate shaped edge positioned between the substrate upper face and the substrate lower face. The method also includes positioning the formed laminate proximate to the substrate upper face, the substrate lower face, and the substrate shaped edge, and clamping the formed laminate to the substrate upper face, the substrate lower face, and the substrate shaped edge of the substrate with a clamping press assembly until the adhesive cures to form a substrate/laminate assembly from the formed laminate and the substrate. The method further includes cutting a portion of the substrate/laminate assembly to form the shaped counter top edge. 1. A method of manufacturing a shaped counter top edge comprising:heating a sheet laminate to an elevated temperature;bending the sheet laminate to a formed laminate;applying adhesive to at least one of the formed laminate or a substrate comprising a substrate upper face, a substrate lower face, and a substrate shaped edge positioned between the substrate upper face and the substrate lower face;positioning the formed laminate proximate to the substrate upper face, the substrate lower face, and the substrate shaped edge;clamping the formed laminate to the substrate upper face, the substrate lower face, and the substrate shaped edge of the substrate with a clamping press assembly until the adhesive cures to form a substrate/laminate assembly from the formed laminate and the substrate; andcutting a portion of the substrate/laminate assembly to form the shaped counter top edge.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising forming the sheet laminate around a post form mold of a post form molding machine.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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03-10-2013 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20130257255A1
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

Provided is a refrigerator including a pantry part in a refrigerator compartment. Since the pantry part can slide forward, and then, rotate, an object can be conveniently put in or taken out from the refrigerator. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body defining a storage space for a food;a pantry assembly disposed in the storage space and storing a food,wherein the pantry assembly includes:a first pantry part sliding in the storage space; anda second pantry part disposed in front of the first pantry part and sliding together with the first pantry part,wherein the second pantry part is allowed to rotate when at least one portion of the second pantry part has been pulled out from the storage space.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the second pantry part is allowed to rotate and be perpendicular to the first pantry part when the first pantry part is maximally pulled out.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the first pantry part is pulled out up to a vertical surface disposed on a front surface of the storage space claim 1 , or pulled out up to a position just before the vertical surface.4. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the second pantry part slides together with the first pantry part until the first pantry part is maximally pulled out.5. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the pantry assembly is disposed in a refrigerator compartment.6. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the pantry assembly is disposed in a freezer compartment.7. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the second pantry part is coupled to a pantry door for opening and closing at least one portion of the storage space claim 1 , and is pushed in and pulled out together with the first pantry part when the pantry door is pushed in and pulled out.8. The refrigerator according to claim 7 , wherein the storage space is divided into two or more spaces including a space accommodating the pantry assembly claim 7 , andthe space ...

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10-10-2013 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20130264928A1
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

In a refrigerator including a sliding door configured to open and close a storage chamber, a storage basket provided on a rear portion of the sliding door, and a support frame configured to support the sliding door and the storage basket, sidewalls of the storage basket may be formed so as to protrude outwardly except a lower portion in which the support frame is disposed between an inner case and the sidewalls, thereby increasing a storage space of the storage basket. In addition, a front protrusion, an auxiliary protrusion, and a rear protrusion are formed in an upper portion of the storage basket, and therefore a relative position of an auxiliary basket to the storage basket may be limited, and the auxiliary basket may be drawn into and out in conjunction with drawn-in and-out movements of the storage basket. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body including an inner case and an outer case;a storage chamber having an opened front portion and provided in the inner case;a sliding door opening and closing the opened front portion of the storage chamber;a support frame movably supporting the sliding door with respect to the main body; anda storage basket being drawn into and out of the storage chamber while being moved together with the sliding door when the sliding door is opened and closed, and supported by the support frame,wherein the storage basket includes sidewalls, each of the sidewalls includes a first wall and a second wall formed on an upper portion of the first wall so as to protrude toward the inner case, andthe support frame is disposed between the first wall and the inner case.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein each of the sidewalls of the storage basket includes a coupling wall that connects the first wall and the second wall and is coupled to the support frame.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the second wall has a vertical length greater than a vertical length of the first wall.4. The refrigerator according to claim ...

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28-11-2013 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20130313958A1
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A structure for packaging an interior part such as a shelf and a door guard to prevent the interior part from being damaged due to impact and friction during transportation of a refrigerator is provided. Each of the shelf and the door guard may be accommodated in a shock-absorbing member in a state of being separated from each mounting portion to be fixed within a storage chamber. The shock-absorbing member coupled with the shelf or the door guard may be packaged by a package member and be fixed to a shelf mounting portion of an inner case. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body having an inner case and an outer case;a storage chamber which is defined to be opened at a front surface thereof by the inner case;a door to open and close the opened front surface of the storage chamber;a shelf mounting portion which is provided in the inner case;a shelf which is separably mounted to the shelf mounting portion; anda shock-absorbing member which accommodates the shelf separated from the shelf mounting portion and which is fixed within the storage chamber, so as to fix the shelf separated from the shelf mounting portion within the storage chamber.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein:the shock-absorbing member comprises a fixing portion coupled to the shelf mounting portion; andthe shock-absorbing member is fixed within the storage chamber by coupling the fixing portion to the shelf mounting portion.3. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , wherein:the shelf mounting portion has a protrusion shape which protrudes from the inner case; andthe fixing portion has a groove shape into which the shelf mounting portion is able to be inserted.4. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , further comprising:a stopper member to fix the shock-absorbing member within the storage chamber,wherein the shock-absorbing member is closely arranged between the inner case and the stopper member to be fixed within the storage chamber.5. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein ...

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06-02-2014 дата публикации

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY DRAWING OUT A RACK IN DOMESTIC APPLIANCES

Номер: US20140035452A1
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The embodiments herein provide a system for drawing out the racks out of a chamber in a domestic appliance. The system comprises the hooks attached to the respective loop brackets or several steel rods provided with many screws. The hooks are attached to an inner surface of a door of a chamber in a domestic appliance through the brackets that are fixed to the steel rods by the screws or welded to the inner surface of the door. The steel rods are fixed to the door from inside. The hooks are automatically unlatched from the racks when the door is closed. The racks are unlatched due to a pop-up action of the hooks during the closing of the door. The hooks pop-up to the initial position. The hooks pop-up due to a body contact of the hooks with the racks at an upwardly slanting direction. 1. A system for drawing out one or more racks out of a chamber in a domestic appliance , the system comprising:one or more hooks;one or more loop brackets;one or more screws; andone or more steel rods;wherein the one or more hooks are attached to an inner surface of a door of a chamber in a domestic appliance through the one or more loop brackets, and wherein the one or more loop brackets are fixed to the one or more steel rods by the one or more screws, and wherein the one or more steel rods are fixed to the door of the chamber from inside.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein one or more hooks are welded to the inner surface of the door of the chamber in the domestic appliance.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein one or more hooks are arranged inside a loop welded to the inner surface of the door of the chamber in the domestic appliance.4. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the domestic appliance is any one of an oven claim 1 , a dish washer claim 1 , and wherein the domestic appliance is a front loading type.5. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the one or more racks are automatically drawn out upon opening the door of the chamber.6. The system according ...

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13-03-2014 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR HAVING SUB DOOR

Номер: US20140070688A1
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator includes a main body provided with storage chambers having doors, one of the doors being provided with an opening, the opening having at least one stepped plane; a rack installed in the storage chamber at a height corresponding to that of the lower end of the opening; a sub door to open and close the opening; and a connection member to prevent a height difference between a rear surface of the sub door and the opening. The connection member is configured to slide relative to the sub door to cover the at least one stepped plane, whereby the connection member closes the at least one stepped plane when the sub door is closed, and opens the at least one stepped plane when the sub door is opened so that the rear surface of the sub door and the connection member form substantially a level plane with the rack. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body provided with storage chambers formed therein;doors opening and closing the storage chambers, one of the doors being provided with an opening, the opening having at least one stepped plane;a rack installed in the storage chamber at a height corresponding to that of the lower end of the opening;a sub door to open and close the opening; anda connection member to prevent a height difference between a rear surface of the sub door and the opening when the sub door is opened,wherein the connection member is configured to slide relative to the sub door to cover the at least one stepped plane, whereby the connection member closes the at least one stepped plane when the sub door is closed, and opens the at least one stepped plane when the sub door is opened so that the rear surface of the sub door and the connection member form substantially a level plane with the rack, and thus an article placed on the rack is moved in a horizontal direction through the opening of the door and then placed on the rear surface of the sub door.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the connection member slides on the rear ...

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12-01-2017 дата публикации

COMBINATION VANITY, DRESSER DRAWER AND CLOSET

Номер: US20170007018A1
Автор: MAYER ROBERT
Принадлежит:

A furniture apparatus includes a rectangular shaped housing having an open side, a washing vessel, including a faucet, located within the housing, a plurality of drawers located under the washing vessel and within the housing, an electrical socket located above the washing vessel and within the housing, double doors hingedly coupled to the housing and configured to move between an open position, wherein the open side is unobstructed by the double doors, and a closed position, wherein the double doors completely occlude the open side, at least one storage shelf located within an interior of each of the double doors, and at least one storage container located within an interior of at least one of the double doors. 1. A furniture apparatus , comprising:a rectangular shaped housing having an open side;a washing vessel, including a faucet, located within the housing;a plurality of drawers located under the washing vessel and within the housing;an electrical socket located above the washing vessel and within the housing;double doors hingedly coupled to the housing and configured to move between an open position, wherein the open side is unobstructed by the double doors, and a closed position, wherein the double doors completely occlude the open side and wherein the washing vessel, the plurality of drawers and electrical socket are completely encased and hidden from view from an exterior of the furniture apparatus;at least one storage shelf located within an interior of each of the double doors; andat least one storage container located within the interior of at least one of the double doors.2. The furniture apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a USB charging electrical socket located above the washing vessel and within the housing.3. The furniture apparatus of claim 2 , further comprising a mirror located above the washing vessel and within the housing.4. The furniture apparatus of claim 3 , wherein when the double doors are in the closed position claim 3 , the USB ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

Hanger Device by Decorack

Номер: US20160007741A1
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A hanger device () for hanging items of apparel thereon has a base () and an indicia member (). The base () is configured to be mounted on a surface () of a door (). The indicia member () is pivotally connected to the base (). The indicia member () is pivotable from a first position wherein the indicia of the member () is displayed, to a second position wherein items of apparel are capable of being hung on the indicia member (). 1. A hanger device for hanging items of apparel thereon , the hanger device comprising:a base configured to be mounted on a surface of a door;an indicia member pivotally connected to the base,wherein the indicia member is pivotable from a first position wherein the indicia of the member is displayed, to a second position wherein items of apparel are capable of being hung on the indicia member.2. The hanger device of wherein the base has a hinge member wherein the indicia member is connected to the hinge member claim 1 , the indicia member being pivotable by the hinge member.3. The hanger device of wherein the indicia member defines at least one projection wherein the item of apparel is capable of being hung from the projection.4. The hanger device of wherein the base has a first hinge member claim 1 , the indicia member having a first indicia segment connected to the first hinge member claim 1 , wherein the first indicia segment is pivotable by the first hinge member from a first position to a second position claim 1 , and wherein when the first indicia segment is in the first position the indicia is displayed claim 1 , and wherein when the first indicia segment is in the second position claim 1 , items of apparel are capable of being hung on the first indicia segment.5. The hanger device of wherein the base has a second hinge member claim 4 , the indicia member having a second indicia segment connected to the second hinge member claim 4 , wherein the second indicia segment is pivotable by the second hinge member from a first position to a ...

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14-01-2016 дата публикации

RACK

Номер: US20160007742A1
Автор: YANG Jui-Lien
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A rack includes four first uprights, two first shelves, at least one second upright, at least one second shelf and at least one hanging bar. The first uprights are disposed on corners of the first shelves, respectively. The second upright is disposed between the first shelves. The second shelf is connected to two of the first uprights and the second upright, respectively. The second upright divides a room between the first shelves into a first compartment and a second compartment. The hanging bar is disposed in the first compartment. The second shelf is disposed in the second compartment. 1. A rack , comprising:at least one hanging bar;two first shelves;four first uprights disposed on corners of the first shelves, respectively;at least one second upright disposed between the first shelves; andat least one second shelf connected to two of the first uprights and the at least one second upright, the at least one second upright dividing a room between the first shelves into a first compartment and a second compartment, the at least one hanging bar disposed in the first compartment, and the at least one second shelf disposed in the second compartment.2. The rack according to claim 1 , wherein the quantity of the at least one second upright is two claim 1 , and four corners of the at least one second shelf are connected to two of the first uprights and the second uprights claim 1 , respectively.3. The rack according to claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of positioning members disposed on the first uprights claim 1 , and the corners of the first shelves connected to the plurality of positioning members claim 1 , respectively.4. The rack according to claim 3 , further comprising a plurality of connectors disposed on the corners of the first shelves claim 3 , respectively claim 3 , and connected to the plurality of positioning members claim 3 , respectively claim 3 , the first uprights being cylinders claim 3 , and the plurality of positioning members disposed on the ...

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14-01-2021 дата публикации

CONNECTING DEVICE FOR MODULAR METAL SHELVING PROPS

Номер: US20210007479A1
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A device for connecting modular metal shelving units, comprising at least two props () and at least one connecting element (), for mutual coupling of the two props (). Each prop () comprises central couplings (), first distal couplings () and second distal couplings (), and each of the couplings () comprises a central coupling () and a first adjustment slot (). The connecting element () comprises a first grouping () of pins (), which can be inserted into the first distal couplings () of a prop (), and a second grouping () of pins (), which can be inserted into the second distal couplings () of another prop (). The first adjustment slot () of the first distal couplings () is diametrically opposed to the first adjustment slots () of the central couplings () and the second distal couplings (). 2. The connecting device according to characterized in that the connecting element further comprises stiffening ribs.3. The connecting device according to characterized in that:the pins are arranged in line with a central longitudinal axis of the plate, andthe stiffening ribs are located in the vicinity of two opposite perimeter edges of the plate, parallel to the central longitudinal axis on which the pins are aligned.4. The connecting device according to characterized in that:the central coupling has a circular geometry, andeach of the pins has a cylindrical geometry, and is finished off in an adjusting head with a circular geometry, which can be inserted into the central coupling.6. The connecting device according to characterized in that the couplings further comprise a second adjustment slot claim 1 , which extends perpendicularly from the central coupling in a direction diametrically opposite to that of the first adjustment slot. The present invention falls within the technical field of demountable shelves, more specifically those made of metal, and refers in particular to a device for joining modular metal shelving props, thanks to which it is possible to join two ...

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27-01-2022 дата публикации

BLOW-MOLDED UNITARY STRUCTURE WITH ENHANCED STRENGTH

Номер: US20220022650A1
Автор: CHOI KWAN JUN
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A blow-molded unitary structure includes a panel having first and second panel walls and a generally hollow interior between the first and second panel walls. The structure also includes one or more different types of strengthening elements monolithically formed with the panel and across a substantial portion of the panel to enhance the strength of the structure. A strengthening element can be a depression recessing from the second panel wall toward an interior of the panel, a protrusion protruding from the second panel wall toward an exterior of the panel, a rib protruding outwardly toward the exterior of the panel and a trench formed by side walls of adjacent protrusions. 1. A blow-molded unitary structure comprising:a panel comprising a first panel wall and a second panel wall spaced apart from the first panel wall; an open depression top at the second panel wall;', 'a closed depression bottom opposite to the open depression top; and', 'a depression side wall connecting the open depression top and the closed depression bottom; and, 'a plurality of depressions monolithically formed with the panel, each recessing from the second panel wall toward an interior of the panel, wherein each depression in the plurality of depressions comprises an open protrusion base at the second panel wall; and', 'a closed protrusion cover surrounding the open protrusion base;, 'a plurality of protrusions monolithically formed with the panel, each protruding from the second panel wall toward an exterior of the panel, wherein each protrusion in the plurality of protrusions compriseswherein depressions in at least a subset of the plurality of depressions are arranged alternately with protrusions in at least a subset of the plurality of protrusions across at least a portion of the panel, and wherein the plurality of depressions and the plurality of protrusions collectively enhance a strength of the blow-molded unitary structure.2. The blow-molded unitary structure of claim 1 , further ...

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21-01-2016 дата публикации

SPRAY FOR KITCHENS AND RESTROOMS

Номер: US20160015178A1
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A method for temporarily protecting a hard surface by selecting a surface, applying a dose of liquid solution on the selected surface, waiting for the dose of liquid solution to solidify into a sheet, and removing the sheet from the surface. At least one dose of liquid solution is stored in a solid form in a container, and the sheet of solidified material can be removed by peeling.

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01-02-2018 дата публикации

MODULAR SYSTEM FOR USE IN RETAIL OR EXHIBITION ENVIRONMENT

Номер: US20180027961A1
Автор: Cheng Eric ShengPeng
Принадлежит: BAIT, Inc.

Disclosed is a modular system for displaying articles, providing a working surface for a worker, or both in a retail or exhibition environment. The modular system comprises a plurality of blocks configurable to form structures without fastening means therebetween, each block having a shape of a generally rectangular cuboid. The dimensions of each block are configured to form the structures based on stacking, aligning, placing, arranging, tilting, slanting, or a combination thereof. 1. A modular system for displaying articles , providing a working surface for a worker , or both in a retail or exhibition environment , the modular system comprising:a plurality of blocks configurable to form structures without fastening means therebetween, each block having a shape of a generally rectangular cuboid.2. The modular system of claim 1 , whereindimensions of each block are configured to form the structures based on stacking, aligning, placing, arranging, tilting, slanting, or a combination thereof3. The modular system of claim 1 , whereineach block comprises six panels to form the generally rectangular cuboid having a hollow interior.4. The modular system of claim 3 , whereinone or more of the six panels or part of one panel is removable to form one or more openings.5. The modular system of claim 1 , whereindimensions of each block in a group of blocks are configured to have a compact form when the group of blocks are stacked, for providing ease for transportation.6. The modular system of claim 1 , whereinat least one of the plurality of blocks is comprised of wood.7. The modular system of claim 1 , whereinat least one of the plurality of blocks is comprised of plastic. Even with the convenience afforded by online shopping, people in general have needs and likes to physically go for shopping at supermarkets, warehouse stores, department stores and other retail stores, to actually take a look at, touch and feel a wide variety of displayed articles to select from. Large-scale ...

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04-02-2021 дата публикации

Integral Installation Aid

Номер: US20210033127A1
Автор: Ricke Joseph
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An enclosure can have an enclosure body, the enclosure body can include an enclosure frame, and a first enclosure flange. The enclosure can have a center post having a first end and an opposite second end, the first end can include a first center post flange having a hole extending therethrough. The enclosure can include a gasket having a gasket hole therethrough, and a threaded fastener to threadingly engage the hole. The threaded fastener can be configured to rotate in a first direction while threadingly engaged with the hole, and the threaded fastener can contact the first enclosure flange to increase a distance between the first enclosure flange and the first center post flange in order to receive the gasket. 1. An enclosure comprising:a first enclosure flange;a center post having a first end and an opposite second end, the first end including a first center post flange, the first center post flange having a hole extending therethrough;a gasket having a gasket hole therethrough; anda first threaded fastener to threadingly engage the hole, the first threaded fastener being configured to rotate in a first direction while threadingly engaged with the hole to contact the first enclosure flange and increase a distance between the first enclosure flange and the first center post flange to provide clearance to receive the gasket between the first enclosure flange and the first center post flange.2. The enclosure of claim 1 , wherein the gasket hole is a cutout that is centrally located claim 1 , andwherein, when the gasket is received between the first enclosure flange and the first center post flange, the threaded fastener is received in the cutout.3. The enclosure of claim 2 , wherein the cutout defines a slot that is directed into a front edge of the gasket and extends until the slot ends at a concave portion of the slot.4. The enclosure of claim 2 , further comprising:a first fastening assembly configured to fasten the first center post flange to the first ...

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09-02-2017 дата публикации

STRUCTURAL LIGHTING ELEMENT

Номер: US20170038527A1
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The present disclosure describes light delivery and distribution components of a ducted lighting system having a cross-section that includes at least one curved portion and a remote light source. The delivery and distribution system (i.e., light duct and light duct extractor) can function effectively with any light source that is capable of delivering light which is substantially collimated about the longitudinal axis of the light duct, and which is also preferably substantially uniform over the inlet of the light duct. The light delivery and distribution system can further function as a structural element that adjoins at least two walls of an illuminated enclosure or supports the shelves of illuminated shelving, joining the unit together. 2. The structural lighting element of claim 1 , wherein the support comprises at least one sidewall of an enclosure or at least one shelf.3. The structural lighting element of claim 1 , wherein the support comprises two adjacent sidewalls of an enclosure meeting at an edge claim 1 , the at least one tab adjoining the hollow light duct to each of the two adjacent walls.4. The structural lighting element of claim 1 , wherein the at least one tab extends continuously along the longitudinal axis.5. The structural lighting element of claim 1 , wherein the at least one tab extends piecewise along the longitudinal axis.6. The structural lighting element of claim 1 , wherein the hollow light duct comprises a metal wall claim 1 , a polymeric wall claim 1 , a composite wall claim 1 , or a combination thereof.7. The structural lighting element of claim 1 , further comprising a second light source positioned proximate the second end and capable of injecting a second light into the hollow light duct.8. The structural lighting element of claim 7 , further comprising an electrical conduit extending between the first end and the second end.9. The structural lighting element of claim 1 , wherein the light output region extends piecewise along the ...

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24-02-2022 дата публикации

METHOD AND PROCESS FOR CREATING A COMPOSITE MATERIAL

Номер: US20220055937A1
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The present invention relates a molded composite material and a method and process for creating the composite material from either recycled low grade mixed glass cullet or new glass. The composite material including; crushed glass; one or more aluminium compounds selected from oxide and hydrate at combined 0.40%-0.78% weight per weight of the glass; oxides of silicon, boron, sodium, calcium and potassium at combined 1.27%-1.90% weight per weight of the glass; zirconium silicate at 0.48%-1.3% weight per weight of the glass; and optionally tin oxide at 0%-0.45% weight per weight of the glass. The composite of the present invention can be used for making tiles, bench tops, work surfaces or other similar types of building products. The use of low grade mixed glass can also help reduce the amount of used glass being dumped in landfill or used in other low value enterprises such as providing highway aggregate or landfill cover. 1. A molded composite material , comprising:a) crushed glass;b) one or more aluminium compounds selected from oxide and hydrate at combined 0.40%-0.78% weight per weight of the glass;c) oxides of silicon, boron, sodium, calcium and potassium aluminium at combined 1.27%-1.90% weight per weight of the glass; andd) zirconium silicate at 0.5%-1.3% weight per weight of the glass.2. The molded composite material as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the molded composite material is in the form of a tile.3. The molded composite material as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the molded composite material comprises:crushed glass (20 kg);alumina hydrate (120 g);tin oxide (60 g);zirconium silicate (140 g);Frit 3134-2 (180 g);Frit KMP4131 (150 g); andcolor stain (280 g).4. A pre-firing mix for the molded composite material as claimed in claim 2 , which comprises:crushed glass (20 kg);alumina hydrate (120 g);tin oxide (60 g);zirconium silicate (140 g);Frit 3134-2 (180 g); andFrit KMP4131 (150 g);color stain (280 g).5. The molded composite material as claimed in claim 1 , ...

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06-02-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR INSTALLATION OF SURFACE-MOUNTED KITCHEN COOKTOP UNITS

Номер: US20200041138A1
Автор: KOBOS DUANE M.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A concealed bridge assembly is provided for supporting adjacent lateral edges of cooktop units that are mounted in a kitchen countertop. The concealed bridge assembly can be used for traditional raised mounting of cooktop units or true-flush mounting of cooktop units. When used with traditional mountings, the concealed bridge assembly has a top that is sized to be flush with the countertop surface and the approximate length of the countertop opening. If true-flush mounting is desired, the top of the concealed bridge assembly is flush with the top surface of a kerf cut in the countertop. 1. A bridge assembly for supporting one or more cooktop units , comprising:a first beam, having a top surface for supporting at least a portion of at least one cooktop unit, with a length substantially the same as a width of the opening in a surface that will receive said at least one cooktop unit, a height, including at least one bend, that is equal to or greater than a thickness of said surface, and wherein said top surface has a width that is less than the width of said bottom surface;a second beam, adjacent to and in sliding contact with a portion of said bottom surface of said first beam;a third beam, adjacent to and in sliding contact with a portion of said bottom surface of said first beam;wherein the first beam has at least one plate that is received in a portion of the second beam; andat least one fastener that passes through said at least one plate on said first beam to press said plate against a surface of said second beam to permit relative sliding motion between said first and second beams when said at least one fastener is loosened and to prevent relative sliding motion between said first and second beams when said at least one fastener is tightened.2. The bridge assembly for supporting one or more cooktop units of claim 1 , wherein said at least one cooktop unit comprises a plurality of cooktops.3. The bridge assembly for supporting one or more cooktop units of claim 1 ...

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19-02-2015 дата публикации

CABINET STRUCTURE

Номер: US20150048040A1
Автор: CHANG TING YU
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A cabinet structure includes a base member having four corner portions; 1. A cabinet structure comprising:a base member having four corner portions;two post members respectively assembled at two corner portions which are located at one side of the base member; anda support member assembled at an opposite side of the base member, the support member having a support plate and two support laterals, the two support laterals respectively formed at two vertical sides of the support plate, the support plate and the two support laterals formed as one piece, the support plate and the two support laterals defining an extending direction parallel to the base member, the extending direction being bent, the two support laterals assembled at the other two corner portions.2. The cabinet structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein each support lateral has a connecting portion and a positioning portion; the connecting portion and the positioning portion are connected to each other; one side of the connecting portion is connected to the support plate; the positioning portion and the support plate are not aligned with each other.3. The cabinet structure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein a spacing portion is connected between the connecting portion and the positioning portion.4. The cabinet structure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the positioning portion has an assembling portion assembled thereon; the assembling portion is configured to assemble a side plate on the base member.5. The cabinet structure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the connecting portion is illustrated as an arc portion.6. The cabinet structure as claimed in claim 2 , wherein connecting portion is illustrated as a flat portion; the positioning portion and the support plate are not aligned with each other.7. The cabinet structure as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the support plate has a concave portion formed thereon.8. The cabinet structure as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the concave portion is concaved on an outside ...

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01-03-2018 дата публикации

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE AND DESIGN FOR COLUMNS FULLY INTEGRATED PRODUCT

Номер: US20180055228A1
Автор: Gerber Byron, Rotter Chad
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A method for positioning and installing a column product includes coupling a template to a first side and a second side of an opening, using the template to position a depth gauge to the first side and the second side of the opening, selecting at least one shim from a plurality of thickness regions comprising a first thickness of 0.050 inches, a second thickness of 0.10 inches, a third thickness of 0.15 inches, a forth thickness of 0.20 inches, and a fifth thickness of 0.25 inches, using the template to position the plurality of shims to the first side and the second side of the opening, positioning the column product into the opening, and attaching one or more fasteners to the column product and coupling the column product to the first side and the second side of the opening. 1. A method for positioning and installing a column product , the method comprising steps of:coupling a template to a first side and a second side of an opening;measuring a top opening width between a first top template location and a second top template location;measuring a top column width between an outside edge of a first top feature and the outside edge of a second top feature;selecting at least one top shim from a variable thickness shim having a shim thickness substantially equal to a spacing between the column product and the first side and the second side of the opening;positioning the at least one top shim in a top shim location on the template;measuring a bottom opening width between a first bottom template location and a second bottom template location;measuring a bottom column width between the outside edge of a first bottom feature and the outside edge of a second bottom feature;selecting at least one bottom shim from the variable thickness shim having the shim thickness equal to the spacing between the column product and the first and second sides of the opening;positioning the at least one bottom shim in a bottom shim location on the template;positioning the column product into ...

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20-02-2020 дата публикации

Data Center Infrastructure Support System

Номер: US20200056392A1
Принадлежит: Distribution Logix Inc

A fastening system is disclosed for forming modular, reconfigurable, and scalable data center infrastructure support systems which may permit construction of self-supporting multi-story data centers capable of supporting substantial loads without requiring external attachment points to walls, ceilings, or building support columns. It may be seen that data center infrastructure support systems formed from there herein described fastening systems may be capable of supporting substantial loads, even when scaled in the vertical direction to include multiple stories.

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22-05-2014 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR INCLUDING MULTIPLE STORAGE COMPARTMENTS

Номер: US20140139091A1
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

The present invention provides a refrigerator, comprising: a cabinet that defines a first storage compartment; a first door that is opened or closed to allow or prevent access to an interior of the first storage compartment; a storing device coupled to the first door to define a second storage compartment, wherein, when the first door is closed, the second storage compartment is disposed in the first storage compartment; and a second door connected to the first door and configured to be opened or closed to allow or prevent access to an interior of the second storage compartment, wherein the interior of the second storage compartment is accessible when the first door is closed and the second door is opened, wherein the first door includes a plurality of first coupling parts to which the storing device is coupled, wherein the storing device includes: a frame; and a basket installed on the frame, wherein each of the frame and the basket includes at least one second coupling part interacting with at least one of the plurality of first coupling parts, wherein a front surface of the second door is positioned to be generally coplanar with at least a portion of a front surface of the first door. 1. (canceled)2. A refrigerator , comprising:a cabinet;a first storage area within the cabinet; a plurality of door dikes protruding from the first door and being extended in a vertical direction, the plurality of door dikes defining at least a portion of a second storage area in which a plurality of vertically space shelves are arranged,', 'an access opening enabling access to the second storage area, and', 'a first stepped portion defined as part of the upper surface of the first door, the first stepped portion being recessed downward from an uppermost portion of the upper surface of the first door;, 'a first door that has a front surface, a rear surface, an upper surface, a lower surface, a first side surface, and a second side surface, the first door being rotatably connected to ...

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21-02-2019 дата публикации

GLASS CERAMIC WORKTOP

Номер: US20190059131A1
Принадлежит: EUROKERA S.N.C.

An item of equipment includes at least one worktop formed of at least one substrate made of monolithic glass material with a surface area of greater than 0.7 m. The substrate exhibits a luminosity L* of greater than 10, a light transmission Tof less than 50%, and an opacity indicator of greater than 90. The item of equipment also includes at least one heating element and at least one interface for communication with at least one element of the worktop, such as the heating element(s), and/or with at least one external element for wireless communication. The item of equipment is devoid of light source(s). 1. An item of equipment , comprising:{'sup': '2', 'sub': 'L', 'at least one worktop formed of at least one substrate made of monolithic glass material with a surface area of greater than 0.7 m, said substrate exhibiting a luminosity L* of greater than 10, a light transmission Tof less than 50%, and an opacity indicator of greater than 90,'}at least one heating element,at least one interface for communication with at least one element of the worktop, and/or with at least one external element for wireless communication,said item of equipment additionally being devoid of light source(s).2. The item of equipment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the surface area of the substrate made of glass material is greater than 0.9 m claim 1 , the thickness of said substrate is at least 2 mm claim 1 , and the thickness of the substrate is less than 15 mm.3. The item of equipment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the substrate made of glass material occupies at least 50% of the surface area of the worktop.4. The item of equipment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the substrate is made of tempered glass or of glass-ceramic.5. The item of equipment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the substrate exhibits a flatness of less than 0.1% of the diagonal of the substrate.6. The item of equipment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the substrate is opaque and/or is colored or tinted in its bulk claim 1 ...

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19-03-2015 дата публикации

SHELF TRAYS

Номер: US20150076095A1
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Several embodiments of shelving systems are disclosed in which goods can be shipped to a store and may be ready to display. Customers may select goods from the shelving systems directly. When the goods are depleted, the shelving system may be disassembled into a more compact state for efficient storage and shipping back to the warehouse or supplier. 1. A shelving system comprising:an upper tray and a lower tray, each of the upper tray and the lower tray including opposed, generally parallel tray side walls extending upward from a base; anda pair of spacers, each spacer stacked on one of the side walls of the lower tray, each of the side walls of the upper tray stacked on one of the spacers to provide clearance between the bases of the upper tray and the lower tray.2. The shelving system of wherein the spacers are not connected to one another.3. The shelving system of wherein each tray includes stacking feet projecting outward from lower portions of the tray side walls claim 1 , each of the tray side walls including high stacking recesses and low stacking recesses complementary to the stacking feet such that the upper tray can be stacked on the lower tray at two different heights in an aligned or a 180 degree orientation.4. The shelving system of wherein the spacers each include stacking feet projecting outward from lower portions of the spacers claim 3 , each of the spacers including high stacking recesses and low stacking recesses complementary to the stacking feet of the upper tray such that the upper tray can be stacked on the spacers at two different heights in an aligned or 180 degree orientation.5. The shelving system of wherein the spacers each include a rail projecting upward from an upper edge thereof.6. A spacer comprising a single wall having stacking feet projecting outward from lower portions of the wall claim 4 , the wall including high stacking recesses and low stacking recesses complementary to the stacking feet claim 4 , the spacer including flanges ...

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19-03-2015 дата публикации

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SUPPORT CHANNEL

Номер: US20150076098A1
Автор: Caldwell Johnnie
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Methods and apparatus for a support channel according to various aspects of the present technology comprise a support channel having a strengthening ridge positioned along a closed end of an open channel body. The ridge may extend along the length of the channel body to increase a load bearing capacity of the channel body as compared to a similar shaped body without the ridge. The ridge may comprise a rounded protrusion extending outward from the dosed end of the channel, body in a manner that provides additional resistance to loading forces. 1. A support channel , comprising: [ the sidewall elements are separated by a gap defining a channel width; and', 'each sidewall element comprises an end portion and a transition point;, 'a pair of opposing straight sidewall elements extending between the first and second ends, wherein, 'a first transition element extending from the transition point of one of the sidewall elements towards a first inflection point proximate a center of the gap;', 'a second transition element extending from the transition point of the remaining sidewall element towards a second inflection point proximate the center of the gap; and', 'a ridge located proximate the center of the gap and extending between the first inflection point and the second inflection point., 'a channel body having a first end and a second end, wherein the channel body comprises2. A support channel according to claim 1 , wherein the ridge protrudes away from the end portions of the pair of opposing straight sidewall elements.3. A support channel according to claim 2 , wherein the ridge comprise a substantially rounded surface having an inner diameter of between one thirty-seconds of an inch and one-quarter of an inch.4. A support channel according to claim 1 , wherein the ridge protrudes towards the end portions of the pair of opposing straight sidewall elements.5. A support channel according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second transition elements are curved concave ...

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18-03-2021 дата публикации

COLLAPSIBLE HANGING SHELF

Номер: US20210076822A1
Автор: Zhu Shou Qiang
Принадлежит: IP POWER HOLDINGS LIMITED

A collapsible hanging shelf may include a plurality of shelf members and a hanging member. A shelf member includes more than one parallel placed connecting units and a shelf. A connecting unit include one pair of crossing bars and a control bar that connecting a shelf and one of the pair bar. A shelf member connected with at least two connecting units at the points of one end of the control bar and the cross point of crossing bars. Each shelf is placed with other shelf in a vertically parallel manner. Once the hanging shelf is hung on the door, it can be pulled down by gravity and stopped at a fully extended position without applying any external forces. When it is taken off from the door and put it on the ground, the shelf can be quickly collapsed into a space saving position under the control of gravity. 1. A collapsible hanging shelf comprising:a top shelf and one or more subsequent shelves arranged in a vertical manner;a pair of connecting members on two opposite sides of the shelves; anda pair of first set of control bars extending vertically and upwardly from both sides of the top shelf and each control bar of the first set pivotally connected to one end of a horizontal holding bar,wherein each connecting member has a plurality of connecting bars to form one or more quadrilateral connecting structures pivotally connecting with each other so the shelf begins to collapse when each quadrilateral connecting structure deforms, and the hanging shelf totally collapses when the quadrilateral connecting structures becomes a substantially linear structure, and the top shelf and each of the subsequent shelves stack together;wherein at least a pair of second set of control bars extend vertically and upwardly from both sides of another shelf, and one end of the control bar of the second set is pivotally connected to the quadrilateral connecting structure, and the other end is connected to another horizontal holding bar.2. The collapsible hanging shelf of claim 1 , wherein ...

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26-03-2015 дата публикации

MODULAR FURNITURE SYSTEM AND MODULAR FURNITURE

Номер: US20150083683A1
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Modular furniture pieces and, more specifically, a system of modular furniture pieces. The modular furniture pieces system comprises a plurality of unitary blocks joined by means of at least one bar. The plurality of blocks which are conjoined and immediate to one another, joined by an equal number of bars, form a cell. 1. A modular furniture system comprising:at least one block with first and second main faces and a plurality of secondary faces, wherein the secondary faces have at least, a first perforation and a second perforation, wherein the first perforation is nearby a first corner of the at least one block and distant from a second corner of the at least one block, and wherein the second perforation is distant from the first corner of the at least one block and from the center of the secondary faces, and, wherein the first and second corners are opposite;at least one bar with a first main face and a second main face, perpendicular to each other, and secondary faces, wherein over each one of the first and second main faces of the at least one bar at least two perforations are found, and wherein the perforations over the main faces of the at least one bar cross through to the opposite face of the at least one bar;a first joining means capable of being inserted into a perforation of the at least one block and of the at least one bar, the first joining means having a length similar to a perforation of the at least one block and a perforation of the at least one bar;a second joining means capable of being inserted into a perforation of the at least one block and of the at least one bar, the second joining means having a length similar to two perforations of the at least one block and a perforation of the at least one bar; andwherein the at least one block and the at least one bar form a connection by means of the insertion of either the first joining means or the second joining means through the perforations of at least one block and of the at least one bar; ...

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31-03-2022 дата публикации

Calcium Aluminate Cement Bonded Ceramic Matrix For Use As Heat Resistant Countertops and Similar Components in the Building and Construction Industry

Номер: US20220095796A1
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A heat resistant countertop or a heat resistant three dimensional shape product comprising a composition comprising at least one aggregate, at least one cement, at least one fine material, at least one dispersant, and at least one viscosity modifier, and optionally at least one set retarder, and optionally at least one set accelerator. A heat resistant countertop or a heat resistant three dimensional shape product comprising a calcium aluminate cement hydraulic binder and matrix is provided. 1. A heat resistant countertop or a heat resistant three dimensional shape product comprising a composition comprising at least one aggregate , at least one cement , at least one fine material , at least one dispersant , and at least one viscosity modifier , and optionally at least one set retarder , and optionally at least one set accelerator.2. The heat resistant countertop or heat resistant three dimensional shape product of wherein said aggregate is at least one selected from the group consisting of a tabular alumina claim 1 , a fused white alumina claim 1 , a silicon carbide claim 1 , an andalusite claim 1 , a fire clay claim 1 , a mullite claim 1 , a recycled glass claim 1 , and a natural stone.3. The heat resistant countertop or heat resistant three dimensional shape product of wherein said natural stone is a marble claim 2 , a granite claim 2 , a shale claim 2 , or a river rock.4. The heat resistant countertop or heat resistant three dimensional shape product of wherein said cement is at least one selected from the group of a 40% to 80% alumina containing calcium aluminate cement.5. The heat resistant countertop or heat resistant three dimensional shape product of wherein said fine material is at least one selected from the group consisting of a calcined alumina claim 1 , a reactive alumina claim 1 , a clay claim 1 , a kyanite claim 1 , a micro silica claim 1 , and a silica sand.6. The heat resistant countertop or heat resistant three dimensional shape product of wherein ...

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25-03-2021 дата публикации

LAMINATED COUNTERTOP ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20210085081A1
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A laminated countertop assembly can include a first generally longitudinal slab with a first substrate, where the first substrate has lamination on a countertop side of the first substrate and lamination on an edge side of the first substrate that extends along a first portion of a length of the edge side of the first substrate. The first substrate can also include a first miter cut angled into the first substrate and slots extending into the first substrate for receiving biscuits. The laminated countertop assembly can also include a second generally longitudinal slab with a second substrate, where the second substrate has lamination on a countertop side of the second substrate and lamination on an edge side of the second substrate. The second substrate can also include a second miter cut at a corner of the second substrate and slots extending into the second substrate for receiving the biscuits. 1. A laminated countertop assembly comprising: a first substrate;', 'lamination on a countertop side of the first substrate;', 'lamination on an edge side of the first substrate at least generally perpendicular and adjacent to the countertop side of the first substrate, the lamination on the edge side of the first substrate extending along a first portion of a length of the edge side of the first substrate;', 'a first miter cut angled into the first substrate from where the laminated first portion of the edge side of the first substrate meets an unlaminated second portion of the edge side of the first substrate; and', 'a first plurality of slots extending into the first substrate along the second portion of the edge side of the first substrate, each one of the first plurality of slots for receiving a biscuit; and, 'a first generally longitudinal slab including'} a second substrate;', 'lamination on a countertop side of the second substrate;', 'lamination on an edge side of the second substrate at least generally perpendicular and adjacent to the countertop side of the ...

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29-03-2018 дата публикации

SINGLE SERVE BEVERAGE DISPENSER FOR AN APPLIANCE

Номер: US20180084938A1
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An appliance single serve beverage dispenser, beverage dispensing assembly, and method of operation is provided. The beverage dispensing assembly may include a brewing body, a shutter door, a lower needle assembly, and an upper needle assembly. The brewing body may define an access aperture and a brew chamber. The brewing body may include a bottom plate defining an outlet into the brew chamber along a delivery axis. The shutter door may be slidably attached to the brewing body. The lower needle assembly may be operably attached to the shutter door and include a lower needle slidably disposed within the brewing body along the delivery axis to move between a retracted position and an extended position. The upper needle assembly may be operably attached to the shutter door and include an upper needle slidably disposed within the brewing body along the delivery axis to move between a retracted position and an extended position. 1. A beverage dispensing assembly for use with an appliance , the beverage dispensing assembly comprising:a brewing body defining an access aperture and a brew chamber to receive a brew pod, the brewing body including a bottom plate, the bottom plate defining an outlet extending into the brew chamber along a delivery axis;a shutter door slidably attached to the brewing body to move between an open setting and a closed setting, the shutter door positioned across the access aperture in the closed setting;a lower needle assembly operably attached to the shutter door, the lower needle assembly including a lower needle slidably disposed within the brewing body along the delivery axis to move between a retracted position and an extended position; andan upper needle assembly operably attached to the shutter door, the upper needle assembly including an upper needle slidably disposed within the brewing body along the delivery axis to move between a retracted position and an extended position.2. The beverage dispensing assembly of claim 1 , wherein the ...

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05-05-2022 дата публикации

CONNECTING DEVICE

Номер: US20220133061A1
Принадлежит: TOP VICTORY INVESTMENTS LIMITED

A connecting device for interconnecting a vertical tube and a plurality of display cabinets for carrying display modules includes first and second connecting frames and a fastening unit. The first connecting frame is for mounting the display cabinets thereon, abuts against a front outer surface of the vertical tube facing the display cabinets. The second connecting frame abuts against a rear outer surface of the vertical tube facing away from the first connecting frame. The fastening unit includes first fastening sets fastening the first and second connecting frames together so as to clamp the vertical tube therebetween. The second fastening sets fasten securely the display cabinets to the first connecting frame.

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05-05-2022 дата публикации

HOUSEHOLD COOLING APPLIANCE WITH A DOOR DEVICE COMPRISING A COVER

Номер: US20220136761A1
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A household cooling appliance contains a housing, in which at least one compartment for food items is formed, and a door device by which the compartment is openable or closable. The door device has an inner door and an outer door, wherein the outer door is arranged in front of the inner door in a closed state of the doors. The inner door contains a storage space for food items and an access opening for the storage space. The access opening is openable or closable by the outer door. The inner door contains a cover stationary coupled to the inner door, wherein the cover covers the storage space on a side facing away from the access opening.

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01-04-2021 дата публикации

MODULAR STORAGE SYSTEM

Номер: US20210093082A1
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A storage system is provided with a first modular closet storage assembly packaged separately. The first modular closet storage assembly includes a pair of upright side supports to be supported upon an underlying support surface. A first plurality of horizontal cross members interconnects the pair of upright side supports. A second modular closet storage assembly is packaged separately. The second modular closet storage assembly includes only one upright side support to be supported upon the underlying support surface. A second plurality of horizontal cross members interconnects the only one upright side support to at least one of the pair of upright side supports of the first modular closet storage assembly. 1. A storage system comprising: a pair of upright side supports to be supported upon an underlying support surface, and', 'a first plurality of horizontal cross members to interconnect the pair of upright side supports; and, 'a first modular closet storage assembly packaged separately, the first modular closet storage assembly comprising only one upright side support to be supported upon the underlying support surface, and', 'a second plurality of horizontal cross members to interconnect the only one upright side support to at least one of the pair of upright side supports of the first modular closet storage assembly., 'a second modular closet storage assembly packaged separately, the second modular closet storage assembly comprising2. The storage system of further comprising;a first shelf supported by the pair of upright side supports and the first plurality of horizontal cross members; anda second shelf supported by one of the pair of upright side supports, the only one upright side support of the second modular closet storage assembly, and the second plurality of horizontal cross members.3. The storage system of wherein each of the upright side supports is further defined as an upright side support assembly comprising:a pair of elongate vertical rails, each ...

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07-04-2016 дата публикации

End-cap system and device for use with countertops

Номер: US20160095438A1
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An end-cap component for installation on an open end of a countertop includes an end-cap front element, and an end-cap stabilizer, which can be solid rectangular pieces or laminated components. The end-cap component can be made in a right-side, left-side or center-mount configuration, and can be glued together with an adhesive and configured with a polished face of the end-cap front element. Also disclosed is a stabilized end-cap countertop system, including a countertop, with an upper surface element and a front edge; and an end-cap component. The system is suitable for manufacturing in stone materials, including engineered quartz, using lighter-weight parts, resulting in improved precision and efficiency of manufacturing and installation. 1. An end-cap component for installation on an open end of a countertop , comprising:a) an end-cap front element; andb) an end-cap stabilizer;wherein the end-cap stabilizer is connected to a rear side of the end-cap front element;such that the end-cap stabilizer is recessed from an upper edge of the end-cap front element; andsuch that the end-cap stabilizer is recessed from at least one side edge of the end-cap front element.2. The end-cap component of claim 1 , wherein the end-cap front element and the end-cap stabilizer are rectangular solid pieces.3. The end-cap component of claim 1 , wherein the end-cap component is configured as a left-side end-cap component claim 1 , such that the end-cap stabilizer is recessed from a left-side edge of the end-cap front element.4. The end-cap component of claim 1 , wherein the end-cap component is configured as a right-side end-cap component claim 1 , such that the end-cap stabilizer is recessed from a right-side edge of the end-cap front element.5. The end-cap component of claim 1 , wherein the end-cap component is configured as a center-mount end-cap component claim 1 , such that the end-cap stabilizer is recessed from a right-side edge and from a left-side edge of the end-cap front ...

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12-05-2022 дата публикации

REMOVABLE DOOR BIN HEIGHT EXTENDER FOR REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20220142367A1
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A removable door bin height extender for a refrigerator door bin of a refrigerator, including: a frame having a front retaining portion that extends to a right side retaining portion and a left side retaining portion; and a pair of spaced apart, plate-shaped gripping fingers that extend downward from a bottom portion of each of the right side retaining portion and left side retaining portion. The pair of spaced apart, plate-shaped gripping fingers on the right side retaining portion and on left side retaining portion of the frame are configured to slide over and grip a right side wall and a left side wall, respectively, of the refrigerator door bin. 1. A removable door bin height extender for a refrigerator door bin of a refrigerator , comprising:a frame having a front retaining portion that extends to a right side retaining portion and a left side retaining portion; anda pair of spaced apart, plate-shaped gripping fingers that extend downward from a bottom portion of each of the right side retaining portion and left side retaining portion,wherein the pair of spaced apart, plate-shaped gripping fingers on the right side retaining portion and on left side retaining portion of the frame are configured to slide over and grip a right side wall and a left side wall, respectively, of the refrigerator door bin,wherein the pair of spaced apart, plate-shaped gripping fingers on the right side retaining portion and on left side retaining portion of the frame are formed as a one-piece structure with the frame, andwherein the pair of spaced apart, plate-shaped gripping fingers on the right side retaining portion has an inverted U-shape when viewed from a front view, and the pair of spaced apart, plate-shaped gripping fingers on the left side retaining portion has an inverted U-shape when viewed from the front view.2. The removable door bin height extender of claim 1 , wherein each of the pair of spaced apart claim 1 , plate-shaped gripping fingers includes a rubber gripping ...

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26-06-2014 дата публикации

Dual function shelf unit

Номер: US20140175036A1
Принадлежит: Edsal Manufacturing Co Inc

A dual function shelf unit has identical support columns, horizontal shelf-supporting beams adjustably-mounted on the columns for vertical shelf adjustment and one or more hooks also mountable on at least one column. The columns have apertures with complementary apertures having opposed inclined edges for accepting a beam-end bracket from either side of the column and tabs for accepting mounting flanges of hooks. Both beam-end brackets and hooks are each mounted in two vertically-spaced apertures. Vertically adjustable shelf and hook storage is provided.

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29-04-2021 дата публикации

COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION

Номер: US20210120954A1
Автор: Artsiely Eyal
Принадлежит: Caesarstone Ltd.

A method for countertop installation includes affixing a mechanical interface to at least one of a cabinet framework and a wall, and securing a countertop directly to the mechanical interface without directly attaching the countertop to the cabinet framework or the wall. 1. A method for countertop installation comprising:affixing a mechanical interface to at least one of a cabinet framework and a wall;and securing a countertop directly to said mechanical interface without directly attaching said countertop to said cabinet framework or said wall.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising removing said countertop from said mechanical interface and installing in its place a different countertop.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said mechanical interface comprises a bracket member which comprises a wall interface member claim 1 , a countertop support member and a wall piece support member claim 1 , both of which extend perpendicularly from said wall interface member.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein said countertop support member is spaced from said wall piece support member.5. The method according to claim 3 , wherein said countertop support member protrudes further out from said wall interface member than said wall piece support member.6. The method according to claim 3 , wherein a portion of said wall interface member extends beyond said countertop support member.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein said mechanical interface comprises a framework bracket and a countertop interface member coupled to said framework bracket by a flexible member claim 1 , and an adjustment screw coupled to said countertop interface member claim 1 , wherein movement of said adjustment screw against said framework bracket causes said countertop interface member to move further away from said framework bracket claim 1 , and said countertop is formed with a groove into which is received said countertop interface member claim 1 , and wherein ...

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30-04-2015 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20150114026A1
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator includes: a refrigerator main body having a cooling chamber; a cooling chamber door for opening and closing the cooling chamber; a shelf assembly provided within the cooling chamber such that a height thereof is adjustable; and a basket provided in any one of the refrigerator main body and the cooling chamber door such that a height thereof is adjustable. A space of the refrigerator main body or the cooling chamber door can be utilized to facilitate receiving and keeping food items. 120-. (canceled)22. The refrigerator of claim 21 , wherein the rail comprises an annular body having a slit formed in the vertical direction on one side claim 21 , the slit disposed toward the insertion portion.23. The refrigerator of claim 22 , wherein the rail further comprises:a partition disposed inside the annular body to partition an internal space of the rail; and stop portions formed in the partition at a pre-set interval in a vertical direction and including a stop recess formed to penetrate the partition.24. The refrigerator of claim 23 , wherein the height adjusting unit further comprises a latch rotatable between an engagement position in which the latch is engaged with the stop recess and a release position in which the latch is released from the stop recess.26. The refrigerator of claim 24 , wherein the latch comprises:a stop protrusion configured to be inserted into the stop recess; and a stopper formed on a lower side of the stop protrusion and configured to come in contact with the partition of the rail when the stop protrusion is inserted into the stop recess.27. The refrigerator of claim 26 , wherein the latch further comprises a sloped portion formed on an upper side of the stop protrusion and upwardly sloped toward a rotational shaft of the latch.28. The refrigerator of claim 27 , wherein the sloped portion is brought into contact with an upper edge portion of the stop recess of the stop portions when the basket is upwardly pressed and the latch is ...

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28-04-2016 дата публикации

Towel and Washcloth Holding Device

Номер: US20160113449A1
Автор: Nathaniel Gainey
Принадлежит: Individual

A towel holding device for storing a towel and a washcloth in a rolled configuration. The holding device includes a bracket having a first section rigidly affixed to a second section, wherein the first and second sections are preferably perpendicular to one another. The bracket includes a first ring thereon, wherein the first ring includes an open central area sized to receive a rolled towel therein. The bracket further includes a second ring, wherein the second ring includes an open central area sized to receive a rolled washcloth therein. Thus, the first ring preferably comprises a larger diameter than the second ring. Further, the first and second rings are positioned adjacent to one another on the bracket. The bracket can be affixed to a support surface, such as a wall, using any conventional fasteners, such as screws, or nails, among others.

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11-04-2019 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR COORDINATED CONTROL AND OPERATION OF DOUBLE DOORS

Номер: US20190106927A1
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A device for coordinated control and operation of double doors having a plate with a rectilinear motion that is associated with links with adjustable lengths that connect the plate to the double doors, with both the first and the second doors opened when one of the doors is opened and sequentially closed when one of the doors is closed. 1. A device for coordinated control and operation of double doors , comprising:a plate that is connected with a linear motion facilitator;the linear motion facilitator is comprised of a slider, which is a ball bearing full extension slide fixed to one of an interior bottom and an interior top of a cabinet, while the plate is connected to a moving member of the ball bearing full extension slide, enabling a linear motion of the plate;adjustable links that connect the plate to respective a first door and a second door;the plate is comprised of:a first and a second pivot openings that are connected to the adjustable links; andconnection openings for connection of the plate with the linear motion facilitator;wherein: both the first and the second doors are opened when one of the first or the second door is opened and are closed when one of the first or the second door is closed.2. The device for coordinated control and operation of double doors as set forth in claim 1 , wherein:the first and the second pivot openings are positioned at respective first and second flanges that extend from the plate at unequal first and second lengths to provide for asymmetric actuation of the first and the second doors.3. The device for coordinated control and operation of double doors as set forth in claim 1 , wherein:the first and the second pivot opening are positioned at respective first and second flanges that extend equally from the plate at equal lengths, but are not aligned to provide for asymmetric actuation of the of the first and the second doors.4. The device for coordinated control and operation of double doors as set forth in claim 1 , wherein ...

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05-05-2016 дата публикации

COMBINATION MULTI-LEVEL RACK

Номер: US20160120311A1
Автор: Huang Steve
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A combination multi-level rack includes two side racks, at least an object holding member, and a fastener. Two sides of each of the side racks are provided with a longitudinal part, respectively, and a transverse part combined with the longitudinal parts. Four corners of the holding member are provided with a combining member, respectively. Each of the combining members has an engaging groove and a combining part disposed on a lateral side of the engaging groove, and the engaging groove engages the transverse part. The fastener removably engages the combining part with the longitudinal part. Therefore, the object holding member is stably combined to the two side racks. 1. A combination multi-level rack , comprising:two side racks, two sides of each of the side racks provided with a longitudinal part, respectively, and a transverse part combined between the longitudinal parts;at least an object holding member having four corners thereof provided with a combining member, respectively, each of the combining members integrally provided with a flat board, an engaging groove disposed on one end of the flat board, and a combining part disposed on a lateral side of the engaging groove and vertically connected to the flat board, wherein the engaging groove is engaged upon the transverse part, and the combining part further has an inner face, an outer face in opposite to the inner face and resisted against an inner edge of the longitudinal parts, and a through hole passing through the inner face and the outer face of the combining part and arranged in alignment with the engaging groove for the screw member to pass therethrough; anda fastener, comprising a screw member and a nut, and removably engaging the combining part with the longitudinal part, wherein the screw member passes through the longitudinal part and the through hole of the combining part and at the same time screwedly mounted by the nut.2. The combination multi-level rack of claim 1 , wherein the longitudinal ...

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27-05-2021 дата публикации

CABINET

Номер: US20210153653A1
Принадлежит: Siematic Möbelwerke GmbH & Co. KG

A cabinet having a front part, which closes access to the inner region of the cabinet and is mounted movably relative to the cabinet carcass, and supporting inner or side walls or a side cheek arranged vertically in relation to the floor on which the item of furniture is standing. An access opening is formed between the front part and the side cheek, between the front part and at least one further front part, or between the front part and an upper side, which is formed as a table top. A profile is arranged to the rear of the access opening such that it is impossible to see into the inner region of the cabinet through the access opening, the profile having a first part and a second part, each having a face visible through the access opening, the visible faces arranged such that a shadow gap is formed therebetween. 1123317. A cabinet () having at least one front part () which closes the access to an inner region of the cabinet and is mounted movably relative to the cabinet carcass , and also having , in particular supporting , inner walls () or side walls () or at least one side cheek () arranged vertically in relation to the floor on which the item of furniture is standing , wherein{'b': 2', '17, 'i) between the front part () and at least one side cheek (), or'}{'b': 2', '2, 'ii) between the front part () and at least one other front part (), or'}{'b': 2', '4, 'claim-text': {'b': 5', '2', '2', '2, 'an access opening () is formed serving to grip at least one front part () via one of its narrow sides with the hand of an operator and to enable the front part () to make accessible the inner region covered by the front part () by moving the front part,'}, 'iii) between the front part () and an upper side () that is in particular formed as a table top,'}{'b': 60', '5', '1', '5, 'wherein the profile () behind the access opening () is arranged such that it is impossible to see into the inner region of the cabinet () through the access opening (),'}{'b': 60', '60', '60', '60 ...

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12-05-2016 дата публикации

DIRECTIONAL AND GAS PERMEABLE CLEAR PROTECTIVE COVERING FOR PERMANENT INSTALLATION ON STONE COUNTERTOPS

Номер: US20160128479A1
Автор: YU SAMMY, Yu Wilson
Принадлежит:

A single direction gas permeable protective covering material for protecting solid stone surface countertop materials is provided. The protective covering material includes a core layer which is formed as an elongate thin sheet of material having uniform thickness. The protective covering material also includes an outer protective layer attached to a first side of the core layer and a dual layer adhesive system attached to a second side of the core layer. The protective covering material includes cone shaped pores therethrough that are gas permeable to allow for out-gassing of stone countertop materials. The protective covering material is designed to be permanently attached to a porous stone countertop material with the dual layer adhesive system to protect the countertop material from damage during daily use. 1. A protective system for stone surface countertop materials comprising:a generally smooth stone surface having pores therein; a core layer defining an elongate thin sheet having generally uniform thickness;', an inner adhesive layer attached to the core layer, the inner adhesive layer being made from a first adhesive;', 'an outer adhesive layer attached to the inner adhesive layer so that the outer adhesive layer is attachable to the stone surface, the outer adhesive layer being made from a second adhesive which is different from the first adhesive;, 'an adhesive system comprising], 'a protective film material comprisingan installation gel which is applied between the stone surface and the outer adhesive layer to install the protective film material; andwherein the installation gel brings the outer adhesive layer into an uncured state after contact with the outer adhesive layer.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the protective film material is attached to the stone surface so that the outer adhesive layer is attached to the stone surface claim 1 , and wherein the outer adhesive layer fill surface pores on the store surface.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein ...

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27-05-2021 дата публикации

APPLIANCE BIN

Номер: US20210156607A1
Автор: Karl Jackson F.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A refrigerated appliance is provided herein. The refrigerated appliance includes a cabinet defining a compartment. A first door is coupled to the cabinet. The first door defines a storage chamber therein. A second door is disposed on an opposing side of the first door from the cabinet. A bin is disposed within the chamber. A bracket is disposed between the first door and the bin. The bracket includes a rotatable member to rotate the bin between first and second positions. 1. A refrigerated appliance , comprising:a first door having an interior door liner;a second door operably coupled to the first door and operable between an open position and a closed position;a bracket operably coupled to the interior door liner of the first door and including a rotatable member and a retainer extending outwardly from the interior door liner; anda bin operably coupled to the rotatable member and operable between a rotated position when the second door is in the open position and an upright position, the bin having a bottom surface that includes a coupling member selectively coupled to the retainer, wherein the coupling member is configured to resist separation of the retainer with the bin.2. The refrigerated appliance of claim 1 , wherein the bracket includes a projection claim 1 , and wherein the retainer is operably coupled to the projection.3. The refrigerated appliance of claim 2 , wherein the rotatable member and the projection extend from opposing ends of the bracket.4. The refrigerated appliance of claim 2 , wherein the retainer includes a base portion and opposing flanges extending outwardly from the base portion.5. The refrigerated appliance of claim 4 , wherein the opposing flanges each define a barb claim 4 , and wherein the retainer is operably coupled to the projection via the barbs of the opposing flanges.6. The refrigerated appliance of claim 1 , wherein the bracket defines ribs on a rear surface of the bracket.7. A door for a refrigerated appliance claim 1 , ...

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02-05-2019 дата публикации

Glass-ceramic plate for a worktop or a piece of furniture

Номер: US20190128534A1
Принадлежит: Eurokera SNC

A novel glass-ceramic sheet intended in particular to be used as a surface of a furniture unit or as a worktop, the sheet includes, in at least one of its faces, at least one connection element of a height less than 10 cm and of which the cross section is inscribed inside a circle of a diameter less than 3 cm, the connection element being made from a material able to withstand at least 70° C. and including at least one fixing system allowing fixing along at least two axes or in two movements in particular obtained by at least two different translational or rotational movements or able to exert a force directed toward the glass-ceramic sheet. A worktop or a furniture unit incorporating the sheet, and to a method for mounting accessories or elements that are to be added to said sheet.

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17-05-2018 дата публикации

VENTILATED SHELVING BRACKET FOR HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL HANG RAIL SYSTEM

Номер: US20180132611A1
Автор: LU ZHIQIANG, Ruiz Milton
Принадлежит:

A ventilated shelving bracket for a top rail assembly and a vertical rail assembly including a plurality of vertical uprights, and vertical hang rail system. The bracket includes one or more receiving bracket apertures include an indented backward facing slot. The indented backward facing slot is positioned on a bottom surface of the one or more receiving bracket apertures. 1. A ventilated shelving bracket for a top rail assembly and a vertical hang rail assembly including a plurality of vertical uprights , the ventilated shelving bracket comprising:one or more receiving bracket apertures include an indented backward facing slot;wherein the indented backward facing slot is positioned on a bottom surface of the one or more receiving bracket apertures.2. The bracket of claim 1 , wherein on a bracket body claim 1 , the ventilated shelving bracket includes two opposite sides including the one or more receiving bracket apertures having indented backward facing slots.3. The bracket of claim 1 , wherein the one or more receiving bracket apertures are positioned between a quarter and a third of a distance from a front along a bottom surface of the bracket.4. The bracket of claim 3 , wherein the indented backward facing slot includes a diagonal slanted body slot coupled to a reverse hook facing slot.5. The bracket of claim 4 , wherein at least one of the diagonal slanted body slot includes an angle between 20 to 45 degrees from vertical and the reverse hook facing slot includes an angle between 45 to 65 degrees from vertical.6. The bracket of claim 4 , wherein an angle between 70 to 100 degrees is between the diagonal slanted body slot and the reverse hook facing slot.7. The bracket of claim 1 , wherein a rear of the bracket includes one or more outward protrusions that abuts and/or couples to the vertical rail along a rear side; and wherein the one or more outward protrusions stabilizes up and down movement of the bracket under load conditions against the vertical rail ...

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28-05-2015 дата публикации

Furniture assembly

Номер: US20150145394A1
Автор: Shun-Yi Chen
Принадлежит: Protrend Co Ltd

A furniture assembly includes at least four division plates, at least four squared beams, and at least one storage space. The division plate has a left lateral surface and a right lateral surface to respectively mount a front fastener and a rear fastener. Four division plates are adhered to the squared beam at four orthogonal directions. The front fastener and the rear fastener of the division plate are to penetrate respective anchorage holes at the squared beam. With end plugs to be inserted into the corresponding end opening of the squared beam, the end plug and the corresponding fasteners of the division plates can be buckled up firmly at the corresponding end of the squared beam.

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24-05-2018 дата публикации

Kitchen Furniture Item

Номер: US20180142904A1
Автор: Resch Richard
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The invention relates to a kitchen furniture item, comprising a cabinet part (), on the surface of which a hob () is provided, and a furniture element () which laterally adjoins the cabinet part () and comprises a fixed lower cabinet () and a height-adjustable tabletop (), wherein the tabletop () has an edge surface () which is perpendicular in the in-use position and which faces the cabinet part (). Overall space can be saved in such a way that at least one suction opening () is provided in the edge surface (), and a blow-out opening () is arranged in the lower cabinet (), said blow-out opening being connected to the suction opening () via a flexible hose (). 1. A kitchen furniture item , comprising a cabinet part , on the surface of which a hob is provided , and a furniture element which laterally adjoins the cabinet part and comprises a fixed lower cabinet and a height-adjustable tabletop , wherein the tabletop has an edge surface which is perpendicular in the in-use position and which faces the cabinet part , characterized wherein at least one suction opening is provided in the edge surface , and a blow-out opening is arranged in the lower cabinet , said blow-out opening being connected to the suction opening via a flexible hose.2. The suction device according to claim 1 , wherein a suction device is provided in the lower cabinet.3. The suction device according to claim 2 , wherein the suction device is directly connected to the suction opening via the flexible suction hose.4. The suction device according to claim 1 , wherein a suction device is rigidly connected to the tabletop claim 1 , and the suction device is connected to the outlet opening via the flexible hose.5. The suction device according to claim 4 , wherein the tabletop can be brought to positions preferably in a motor-driven manner in which it is arranged beneath the hob or in the plane of the hob or above the hob.6. The suction device according to claim 5 , wherein the flexible hose is formed in an ...

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15-09-2022 дата публикации

Hollow Fasion Panel and Usage

Номер: US20220287462A1
Автор: JIANG Jinglei
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A hollow fusion panel and usage. The hollow fusion panel comprises a first layer, a second layer, a first partial panel and a second partial panel; the first partial panel and the second partial panel form an integrally formed structure in an enclosed manner, the first layer overlaps with at least part of the second layer, multiple portions of the second partial panel are all recessed towards a direction of the first partial panel to form a predetermined number of support structures which are a distributed in a preset manner, each of the support structures forms a recessed cavity, the support structures and at least part of the first partial panel are fused and the occupied area of the first partial panel fused by a single support structure is s, and the thickness of the portion where the first partial panel is provided opposite the second partial panel is t, s/t2 being greater than 01. 1. A hollow fusion panel , comprising:a first layer;a second layer;a first panel member; and{'sup': '2', 'a second panel member, wherein at least a portion of said first panel member and at least a portion of the said second panel member are constructed to have a predetermined distance therebetween to define at least one cavity so as to form a hollow integral structure, wherein at least a portion of said first layer and at least a portion of the said second layer are overlapped and composited in such a manner that said first panel member includes one or two selected from a combination of at least a portion of said first layer and at least a portion of the said second layer, and said second panel member includes one or two selected from a combination of at least the other portion of the said first layer and at least the other portion of the said second layer, wherein a plurality portions of the said second panel member is recessed in a direction toward said first panel member to form a predetermined number of supporting structures distributed in a predetermined manner, wherein each of ...

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31-05-2018 дата публикации

Agglomerated Stone Countertop and Process of Manufacture

Номер: US20180146784A1
Автор: Chaobin He
Принадлежит: Individual

The present invention provides a countertop ( 10 ) comprising a backer sheet ( 16 ) of a relatively lightweight, rigid material; an outer layer ( 14 ) of agglomerated stone disposed on a top surface ( 16 a ) of the backer sheet ( 16 ) to create a central portion ( 14 a ) of the countertop; and an outer layer ( 14 ) of agglomerated stone disposed on a side surface ( 16 c, 16 d ) of the backer sheet ( 16 ) to create an edge portion ( 14 b, 14 c ) of the countertop ( 10 ); wherein the central portion ( 14 a ) and edge portion(s)( 14 b, 14 c ) form a one piece agglomerated stone layer ( 14 ). The present invention also provides a moulding process to manufacture the agglomerated stone countertop ( 10 ).

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07-05-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20200141632A1
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A refrigerator comprises: a cabinet having a storage chamber; a door to open and close the storage chamber; a drawer assembly connected to the door and having a drawer; a rail assembly to connect the drawer assembly to the cabinet; and a weight balance positioned in the drawer assembly and opposite the door. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet that defines a storage chamber therein;a door configured to open and close at least a portion of the storage chamber;a drawer assembly having a first side that faces a rear of the cabinet and a second side that faces a front of the cabinet and that is connected to the door, the drawer assembly comprising a drawer and a drawer supporter that is coupled to the door and configured to support the drawer;a rail assembly configured to slidably couple the drawer assembly to the cabinet; anda weight balance disposed at the first side of the drawer assembly,wherein the drawer supporter comprises a pair of covering portions that extend in a downward direction from a bottom side of the drawer supporter and that are configured to cover at least a portion of the rail assembly.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the weight balance is positioned laterally between the pair of covering portions.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein a lateral width of the weight balance is greater than a lateral distance between one of the pair of covering portions and the weight balance.4. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the weight balance is spaced apart from each of the pair of covering portions to thereby define a space configured to receive the at least portion of the rail assembly.5. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the weight balance protrudes in the downward direction relative to a bottom surface of each of the pair of covering portions.6. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the drawer comprises a drawer body claim 1 , the drawer body comprising a supporter-seated portion disposed at a lower portion of the drawer and configured ...

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22-09-2022 дата публикации

RACK MOUNT FOR LOAD

Номер: US20220295985A1
Автор: Aviad Idan, MENDELSON Oren
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A manually assemblable/disassemblable rack mount for a load comprising: (a) a frame having first and second parallel spaced uprights arranged in a pair; each upright comprising a side projection having notches distributed along said side projection; (b) at least one crossbar member having first and second terminals; said at least one crossbar member releasably securable between said first and second parallel spaced uprights. The rack mount comprises terminal adapters connectable to said first and second terminals. The rack mount comprises anchoring plug members insertable into said notches. Each terminal adapter has a claw insertable into a bore within said anchoring plug members. At least one crossbar with said terminal adapters connected to said first and second terminals of said at least one crossbar is releasably mountable in a bridge position between said first and second parallel spaced uprights 114.-. (canceled)15. A manually assemblable/disassemblable rack mount for a load comprising:a. a frame having first and second parallel spaced uprights arranged in a pair; each upright comprising a side projection having notches distributed along said side projection;b. at least one crossbar member having first and second terminals; said at least one crossbar member releasably securable between said first and second parallel spaced uprights; wherein each crossbar is provided with a pair of terminal adapters connectable to said first and second terminals, respectively; each terminal adapter has a claw insertable into a bore within said anchoring plug members;', 'wherein said at least one crossbar with said terminal adapters connected to said first and second terminals of said at least one crossbar is releasably mountable in a bridge position between said first and second parallel spaced uprights by inserting said claws of said first and second terminal adapters into said bores within said anchoring plug members being mounted in said notches., 'c. anchoring plug members ...

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22-09-2022 дата публикации

TILE SUPPORT DEVICE

Номер: US20220295986A1
Автор: Sandana David Julio
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A tool for supporting tiles on a wall being applied to the wall while drying between two countertops. The tile support device includes an elongated body and two longer side pieces that can balance on each countertop. The tile support device includes a ledge or ridge that couples to an angled surface or sloped surface. The tile support device can be positioned beneath a last level or row of drying tiles without having to fasten the tool to a wall surface or other surface therefore preventing damage to the wall surface or other surface from fasteners. The tile support device can be easily positioned and removed from beneath the last level or row of drying tiles that are drying on the wall. 1. A tile support device , comprising: an upper section having a top surface and a sloping back surface, wherein the upper section further comprises two side ends; and', 'a lower section comprising a support ledge and two side ends, wherein the support ledge is a flat, top surface of the lower section and is offset from the sloping back surface of the upper section,', 'and wherein the sloping back surface of the upper section terminates just before the support ledge,', 'and wherein the two side ends of the upper section included extended portions that each extend a measurable distance past each side end of the lower section., 'an elongated body that is a single piece or a single unit and horizontally oriented, comprising2. The tile support device of claim 1 , wherein said each side end of the upper section is an irregular trapezoidal shape having a straight front surface and the sloping back surface on an opposed side of the straight front surface.3. The tile support device of claim 1 , wherein the lower section is rectangular shaped.4. The tile support device of claim 1 , wherein the top surface of the upper section is an elongated flat surface.5. The tile support device of claim 1 , wherein a back surface of the lower section is flat.6. The tile support device of claim 1 , wherein ...

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23-05-2019 дата публикации

MODULAR COUNTER AND CABINET SYSTEM

Номер: US20190150613A1
Автор: Mort Jeremy
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A modular countertop and cabinet system configured to be easily removed or modified depending on user needs, comprising a framework of brackets arranged into a desired counter and cabinet system shape; a number of structure connections located on the corners of the desired counter, drawer and/or cabinet system configuration; a number of attachment components to secure the components of the system together and to secure the system to walls; a number of veneer panels; a number of countertop panels; and a number of drawer panels. 1. A system for the modular installation of cabinetry , drawers and countertops , the system comprised of:a framework of brackets arranged into a desired counter and cabinet system shape;a number of structure connections located on the corners of the framework of brackets at a desired counter, drawer and/or cabinet system configuration;a number of attachment components configured to secure all components of the system together and/or to secure the system to walls;a number of veneer panels;a number of countertop panels; anda number of drawer panels.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the number of attachment components are latches.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the number of attachment components are screws.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the number of attachment components are spikes.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the countertop panels are comprised of a of a foam core at least partly covered by a laminate layer.6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the number of structure connections are hollowed cubic structures with a connection port on at least one side.7. The system of claim 1 , wherein the veneer panels are further comprised of snap-fit connectors configured to snap into the brackets.8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the veneer panels claim 1 , countertop panels and drawer panels have cut-lines on their bottom surfaces.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the countertop panels are configured ...

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16-06-2016 дата публикации

Adaptable Multi-fold Workstation

Номер: US20160166057A1
Автор: Hubert Garth, Hubert Wayne
Принадлежит: Storage Designs LLC

A compact workstation includes a base workstation compartment that includes a floor, a plurality of side walls, a top member, and a back member. Each of the side walls are joined to the floor, back member, and top member and form a first cavity with a first depth. At least one multi-fold door is rotatably coupled to each of the side walls. At least of the one multi-fold doors includes a secondary compartment and a tertiary compartment. A base underside of the base workstation compartment is supported by at least a first wheel and a second wheel, the secondary compartments are supported by at least a third wheel and a fourth wheel, and the tertiary compartments are supported by at least a fifth wheel and a sixth wheel. 1. A compact workstation , comprising:a base workstation compartment including a floor, a plurality of side walls, a top member, and a back member, each of the side walls being joined to the floor, the back member, and the top member forming a first cavity with a first depth;at least one multi-fold door rotatably coupled to each of the side walls, wherein the at least one bimulti-fold door includes a secondary compartment and a tertiary compartment, wherein the secondary compartment is rotatably coupled on a first side to the side walls of the base workstation compartment, the secondary compartment comprising a second cavity with a second depth;the tertiary compartment is rotatably coupled to a second side of the secondary compartment, the tertiary compartment forming a third cavity with a third depth;a base underside of the base workstation compartment being supported by at least a first wheel and a second wheel;the secondary compartment being supported by at least a third wheel and a fourth wheel; andthe tertiary compartment being supported by at least a fifth wheel and a sixth wheel.2. The compact workstation of claim 1 , wherein the multi-fold door is a bi-fold door.3. The compact workstation of claim 1 , wherein the second depth is less than the ...

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23-06-2016 дата публикации

ALIGNMENT GUIDE

Номер: US20160174713A1
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An alignment guide and method of assembling an apparatus with an alignment guide is provided. The alignment guide comprises a body having a first abutment surface and a second abutment surface. The apparatus comprises a cabinet defining an enclosure, a door, and a coupling mechanism for movably coupling the door to the cabinet to permit translational movement of the door relative the cabinet. The method comprises aligning the door relative to the cabinet with the alignment guide by abutting the first abutment surface of the alignment guide against a surface of the cabinet while abutting the second abutment surface of the alignment guide against a surface of the door. The method further comprises fixedly coupling the door to a support member of the coupling mechanism while the door is aligned to the cabinet with the alignment guide. 1. A method of assembling an apparatus using an alignment guide comprising a body having a first abutment surface and a second abutment surface , the apparatus comprising a cabinet defining an enclosure , a door , and a coupling mechanism for movably coupling the door to the cabinet to permit translational movement of the door relative the cabinet , the method comprising:aligning the door relative to the cabinet with the alignment guide by abutting the first abutment surface of the alignment guide against a surface of the cabinet while abutting the second abutment surface of the alignment guide against a surface of the door; andfixedly coupling the door to a support member of the coupling mechanism while the door is aligned to the cabinet with the alignment guide.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the door is aligned relative to the cabinet with the alignment guide by abutting the first abutment surface of the alignment guide against a front surface of the cabinet while abutting the second abutment surface of the alignment guide against a rear surface of the door.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first abutment surface and the second ...

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18-09-2014 дата публикации

Shelving System and Improved Support Post for Same

Номер: US20140263137A1
Принадлежит: Centrex Plastics, LLC

Improved support posts are disclosed for shelving systems comprising one or more shelves spaced and supported by the support posts. Improved shelving systems comprising such support posts also are disclosed. The disclosed support posts have strengthening ribs extending longitudinally along their inside surface. The improved support posts and shelving systems incorporating the improved support posts have greater strength and rigidity with little added cost or weight of material. 1. A shelving assembly comprising multiple shelves and multiple support posts supporting and spacing the shelves from each other , wherein each of at least some of the shelves has a plurality of sockets , each socket being configured to receive an end of a corresponding one of the support posts , and wherein each of at least some of the posts is a tubular post with an outside surface , an inside surface , and multiple , circumferentially spaced , strengthening ribs extending longitudinally along the inside surface of the post.2. The shelving assembly of wherein each of the support posts is a tubular post with an outside surface claim 1 , an inside surface claim 1 , and multiple claim 1 , circumferentially spaced claim 1 , strengthening ribs extending longitudinally within the post along the inside surface of the post.3. The shelving assembly of wherein the cross-sectional size and shape of each of the tubular posts is uniform along its entire length.4. The shelving assembly of wherein the outside surface of each of the tubular posts is smooth and uniformly circular in cross-sectional shape.5. The shelving assembly of wherein each of the tubular posts consists of a unitary extruded plastic tube.6. The shelving assembly of wherein each of the strengthening ribs of each tubular post extends radially toward the centerline of the tubular post a distance less than the circumferential dimension of the strengthening rib.7. The shelving assembly of wherein all of the strengthening ribs of each tubular ...

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18-09-2014 дата публикации

UNDER MOUNT ROLLER FOR CRISPER SYSTEM

Номер: US20140265800A1
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A refrigerator is provided that includes a crisper system having one or more moveable and removable drawers. The drawers include rollers extending downwardly and outwardly from the drawers to provide maximum storage volume. The rollers are configured to work with channels formed in a support system, which may be integrally formed with a bottom floor of a compartment of the refrigerator. Therefore, the rollers and channels of the support system provide easy access and removability of the drawers of the crisper system. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a cabinet;a compartment within the cabinet;at least one door for providing access to the compartment;a support system in the compartment comprising at least two channels extending generally outward therefrom; anda drawer forming a storage area, the drawer comprising a plurality of rollers extending away from the storage area and configured to move between the two channels.2. The refrigerator of wherein the support system is formed integrally with the compartment.3. The refrigerator of wherein the support system is formed as a bottom wall of the compartment.4. The refrigerator of wherein the at least two channels comprise a wall extending outward from the support system and a lip extending generally inward from the wall.5. The refrigerator of further comprising a first channel at a first side of the support system claim 1 , a second channel positioned from the first channel claim 1 , a third channel positioned from the second channel claim 1 , and a fourth channel positioned from the third channel at a second side of the support system.6. The refrigerator of further comprising a first drawer positioned between the first and second channels claim 5 , a second drawer positioned between the second and third channels claim 5 , and a third drawer positioned between the third and fourth channels.7. The refrigerator of wherein the first claim 6 , second claim 6 , and third drawers each comprise rollers extending therefrom for ...

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08-07-2021 дата публикации

MODULAR TUBE FRAME CABINET SYSTEM

Номер: US20210204691A1
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A cabinet system includes a first vertical end support and a second vertical end support. The first vertical end support and the second vertical end support are each formed from a plurality of metal tubes. The cabinet system also includes a plurality of horizontal stringers that extend between the first vertical end support and the second vertical end support. One or more of the horizontal stringers is configured to support a countertop. The cabinet system further includes a plurality of lateral stringers that extend between the first vertical end support and the second vertical end support. At least one of the lateral stringers is a toe kick. 1. A cabinet system , comprising:a first vertical end support and a second vertical end support, wherein the first vertical end support and the second vertical end support are each formed from a plurality of metal tubes;a plurality of horizontal stringers that extend between the first vertical end support and the second vertical end support, wherein one or more of the horizontal stringers is configured to support a countertop; anda plurality of lateral stringers that extend between the first vertical end support and the second vertical end support, wherein at least one of the lateral stringers is a toe kick.2. The cabinet system of claim 1 , wherein the first vertical end support and the second vertical end support each include a rear vertical bar that extends upward from a ground surface upon which the cabinet system is placed.3. The cabinet system of claim 2 , wherein the first vertical end support and the second vertical end support each include a bottom horizontal bar that extends between the rear vertical bar and a front vertical bar claim 2 , wherein the bottom horizontal bar is mounted to the rear vertical bar such that there is a gap between the ground surface and a bottom of the bottom horizontal bar.4. The cabinet system of claim 3 , wherein the first vertical end support and the second vertical end support each ...

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15-07-2021 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR WITH AN ADJUSTABLE BIN

Номер: US20210215416A1
Автор: Naik Vinayak, Scalf Eric
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator appliance having one or more adjustable bins. The refrigerator door may include the one or more adjustable bins. The adjustable bin may move along one or more rails. The adjustable bin may include one or more actuators engaging the one or more rails. The adjustable bin may include one or more bushings slidably engaging the one or more rails. The adjustable bin may include a storage bin removable from a carriage. 1. A refrigerator appliance comprising:at least one rail and at least one adjustable bin moveable along the at least one rail between at least one first location and at least one second location, wherein the at least one first location is different from the at least one second location; at least one through opening having an outer periphery defined by the at least one bin, and wherein the at least one through opening slidably receiving the at least one rail;', 'at least one actuator positionable between an engaged position securing the at least one adjustable bin to the at least one rail in the at least one first location and a disengaged position allowing the at least one adjustable bin to move between the at least one first location and the at least one second location;', 'at least one bushing positioned within the at least one through opening positioning the at least one adjustable bin from contact with the at least one rail, wherein the at least one bushing is fixed to the outer periphery defining the at least one through opening and slidably contacting the at least one rail., 'the at least one adjustable bin includes2. The refrigerator appliance of wherein the at least one bushing includes an upper bushing and a lower bushing claim 1 , wherein the upper bushing is adjacent a top end of the at least one through opening and the lower bushing is adjacent a bottom end of the at least one through opening.3. The refrigerator appliance of wherein the at least one adjustable bin includes an outer periphery claim 1 , wherein the outer periphery ...

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20-06-2019 дата публикации

Profile for article of furniture, system of profiles for article of furniture and method for assembling an article of furniture

Номер: US20190183245A1
Автор: Jose Luis Gonzalez
Принадлежит: Archi Comercio De Puxadores Ltda

A profile ( 10,20 ) for article of furniture is structurally configured to establish a first association position ( 30 ) and a second association position ( 31 ) in relation to the article of furniture, thus enabling flexibility in producing and assembling the profile and its corresponding system, and providing the user with an array of easy-to-apply finish options.

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11-06-2020 дата публикации

RACK SYSTEM DISPOSED WITH A POLYMETIC CAP

Номер: US20200178689A1
Принадлежит: BELINTRA NV

The invention provides a rack system () comprising a plurality of metal profiles (), one or more of the metal profiles comprising a first end, wherein the first end is disposed with a polymeric cap (). 112-. (canceled)13500200300200300100200300100200300200300. A rack system () comprising a plurality of metal profiles ( ,) , one or more of the metal profiles ( ,) comprising a first end , wherein the first end is disposed with a polymeric cap () and is dismountably attached to an adjoining metal profile ( , ) of the plurality , wherein at least a part of the polymeric cap () is disposed between the first end and a face of the adjoining metal profile ( ,) wherein some of the metal profiles ( ,) are arranged horizontally and some vertically ,{'b': 200', '300', '100', '200', '300, 'wherein the first end disposed on a horizontal metal profile () is configured for the dismountable attachment to a vertical metal profile (), and wherein at least a part of the polymeric cap () is disposed between the first end of the horizontal metal profile () and the vertical metal profile (), and'}{'b': 300', '320', '300', '400', '200', '100, 'wherein the vertical profiles () are disposed with a plurality of apertures (), optionally regularly spaced, along at least one face of a vertical profile (), each aperture configured for receiving a coupling clip () for dismountable attachment to the first end of the horizontal profile (), and the polymeric cap () is compressible.'}14500400420. The rack system () according to claim 13 , wherein the coupling clip () comprises a tapered member ().15500100. The rack system () according to claim 13 , wherein the polymeric cap () comprises polyoxymethylene (POM).16500100110120. The rack system () according to claim 13 , wherein the polymeric cap () comprises a buffer section () and a clamping section ().17500120130. The rack system () according to claim 16 , wherein the clamping section () comprises a plurality of oblong protrusions () that are fittingly ...

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06-07-2017 дата публикации

ICE MAKING SYSTEM

Номер: US20170191726A1
Автор: HWANG Gue-Sec
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

An ice making system for a refrigerator, comprises: a base member; an icemaker mounted to a front surface of the base member for making ice pieces; a driving unit mounted to a rear surface of the base member such that a motor shaft thereof is in a horizontal state; an ice bank horizontally inserted into the base member in a detachable manner, for storing the ice pieces made by the icemaker; a detachable mounting unit for detachably mounting the ice bank to the base member; and an ice crusher assembly provided at the ice bank so as to be connected to or separated from the driving unit, for crushing the ice pieces. Since the ice bank has only to be horizontally pushed into the base member for coupling, or horizontally pulled out of the base member for separation, processes for coupling or separating the ice bank to/from the base member are facilitated. This prevents the ice pieces stored in the ice bank from being discharged out of the ice bank. 1. An ice bank detachably mounted on a base member located at a refrigerator door , comprising:a first bucket forming a part of a lower portion of a front surface and side surfaces of the ice bank, wherein the first bucket includes an opening formed at a part of an upper portion thereof;a window tray located on the opening of the first bucket, wherein the window tray includes an insert portion inserted through the opening into an inner surface of the first bucket to be coupled to the first bucket; anda second bucket forming a part of a rear surface and side surfaces of the ice bank, wherein a front part of side surfaces of the second bucket is inserted into a rear part of side surfaces of the first bucket, and is coupled to the rear part of the side surfaces of the first bucket to form a storage space for storing ice pieces together with the window tray and the first bucket.2. The ice bank of claim 1 , further comprising:a blade cover coupled to a lower portion of the second bucket to form an ice crushing space separated from ...

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20-06-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20190186813A1
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator of the present invention may have a drawer which is provided in a storage compartment formed on a cabinet and which accommodates stored goods, the drawer being movably supported by a drawer guide disposed in the storage compartment. In the storage compartment, a frame which is supported to be movable in the front/back directions by a frame guide may be provided, and a door opening and closing the storage compartment may be connected with the frame by a link. The frame may have a base part which is disposed on the lower side of the drawer and is connected with the link, and the frame may comprise a side plate which extends from the base part and reaches a height corresponding to the drawer. The side plate may comprise a vertical part which is vertical with respect to the base part. A cross section formed by horizontally cutting the vertical part may be formed so as to be elongated along the moving direction of the drawer. The vertical part may be connected with the drawer so as to enable the drawer to move integrally with the frame. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet comprising an inner cabinet, having therein a storage compartment defined by a front surface having an opening, a pair of side surfaces extending rearward from the front surface while facing each other, an upper surface interconnecting upper ends of the side surfaces, a bottom surface interconnecting lower ends of the side surfaces while facing the upper surface, and a rear surface interconnecting the side surfaces, the upper surface, and the bottom surface while facing the opening, and an outer cabinet disposed outside the inner cabinet to form a predetermined space between the outer cabinet and the inner cabinet, the inner cabinet being provided in a side surface thereof with a frame guide slit horizontally extending in a forward-rearward direction and an interlocking unit guide slit extending parallel to the frame guide slit above the frame guide slit;a door hinged to the cabinet ...

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14-07-2016 дата публикации

A SYSTEM FOR THE MOUNTING OF SHELVES

Номер: US20160198848A1
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The invention relates to system for the mounting of shelves on a substantially rectangular load carrier having four identical columns arranged in the corners thereof. The system comprises columns having a rectangular profile with four side faces, a substantially rectangular shelf of a length which is shorter than the distance between the columns of the load carrier, on which shelf a holder is mounted that can be inserted into complementary slots in the columns of the load carrier, said slots being configured with a support face with which the holder is capable of engaging in such a manner that the holder supports on the column. The columns as such are configured with slots that extend symmetrically about a longitudinally extending centre axis of one of the side faces and through the side faces adjacent to that side face. The slots are each separately configured with three substantially identical cut-outs, the one of which is situated in the axis of symmetry and the two remaining ones are in the adjacent side faces. The cut-outs are function as support faces for the holders of the shelf, them being arranged on the shorter sides of the shelf and extending in the longitudinal direction of the shelf to the effect that they are capable of engaging with the slots in the four columns arranged on the load carrier. 1. A system for the mounting of shelves on a substantially rectangular load carrier having four identical columns arranged in the corners thereof , said system comprising columns having a rectangular profile with four side faces , a substantially rectangular shelf of a length which is shorter than the distance between the columns of the load carrier , on which shelf at least one holder is mounted that can be inserted into complementary slots in the columns of the load carrier , said slots being configured with support faces with which the holder is capable of engaging in such a manner that the holder supports on the column , wherein the columns are configured with ...

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14-07-2016 дата публикации

Tool Cabinet

Номер: US20160198852A1
Автор: LIU Chia-Ming
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A tool cabinet includes a cabinet housing, drawers disposed in the cabinet housing, two sideboards, a working platform unit, two slide rails, two lifting units, a linkage unit, a drive unit and reinforcement ribs. Each of the sideboards cooperates with the cabinet housing to define a receiving space. Each of the reinforcement ribs extends from a respective one of opposite sides of the cabinet housing toward the respective one of the sideboards. The linkage unit interconnects the lifting units. The drive unit is drivingly connected to one of the lifting units, and is operable to drive synchronized movements of the lifting units to move the working platform along the slide rails. 1. A tool cabinet comprising:a cabinet housing that includes a top cover;a plurality of drawers that are movably disposed in said cabinet housing;two sideboards that are respectively coupled to two opposite sides of said cabinet housing, each of said sideboards cooperating with a respective one of said sides of said cabinet housing to define a receiving space;a working platform unit that has a platform member disposed above said top cover, and two extension members extending respectively and downwardly from two opposite ends of said platform member through said top cover and extending respectively and slidably into said receiving spaces;two slide rails that are respectively disposed in said receiving spaces, each of said slide rails extending from a respective one of said opposite sides of said cabinet housing toward a respective one of said sideboards, said extension members engaging respectively and slidably said slide rails;two lifting units that extend upwardly, respectively and movably from said receiving spaces, and that are connected to said working platform;a linkage unit that interconnects said lifting units and that synchronizes movement of said lifting units;a drive unit that is drivingly connected to one of said lifting units, and that is operable to drive synchronized movements ...

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23-07-2015 дата публикации

Suspension Device For Presenting Goods, Having A Current-Carrying Profiled Rail And Primary Support Which Can Be Hung Therein

Номер: US20150201762A1
Автор: WALTER Herbert
Принадлежит: VISPLAY INTERNATIONAL AG

The invention relates to a suspension device for presenting goods, comprising first of all a profiled rail (), into which an electrical profiled element () is inserted, through which electrical conductors () on an insulating base () extend. The electrical conductors are accessible via a passage () of the profiled rail () that opens to the outside. The suspension device further comprises a primary support () that can be hung in the profiled rail () and has an insertion section () that can be inserted into the passage (). An adapter () is arranged on the primary support (). Said adapter is designed to tap current on the electrical conductors () in order to operate an electrical load, in particular a lighting unit (). An electrical supply line () extends from the adapter () to the lighting unit (). The adapter () has current collectors () having resilient contacts (), which are intended to tap current on the electrical conductors (). The adapter () is inserted in a recess () of the primary support (), which recess extends from close to a suspension hook () on the insertion section () into an arm part () of the primary support (). The contacts () protrude from the adapter () in a spring-loaded manner and can be pushed back into the adapter () when the insertion section () is inserted into the passage (). When the insertion section () is completely inserted into the passage () and the contacts are positioned congruently to the electrical conductors (), the contacts () are pressed against the electrical conductors () by the spring force. The spring mounting of the current collectors () is based on the inherent resilience thereof. 1. A suspension device for presenting goods , having:{'b': 1', '2', '24', '10', '1', '20, 'a) a profiled rail () into which an electrical profiled element () is inserted, electrical conductors () which are accessible via a passage () in the profiled rail (), which passage is open to the outside, running on said electrical profiled element on an ...

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12-07-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR WITH GLASS DOOR

Номер: US20180192791A1
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A refrigeration appliance includes a cabinet that defines a storage compartment. A door is pivotably coupled to the cabinet and is movable between a closed position for closing the storage compartment and an open position for allowing access to the storage compartment. The door includes an inner surface and an outer surface. An opening extends between the inner surface and the outer surface. A window is disposed within the opening. The window optionally includes a lower portion that is non-transparent. A storage bin is attachable to a lower portion of the inner surface of the door wherein the non-transparent portion of the window obstructs viewing of the storage bin when the door is in the closed position. 1. A refrigeration appliance comprising:a cabinet defining a storage compartment; and an inner surface;', 'an outer surface;', 'an opening extending between the inner surface and the outer surface;', 'a window covering the opening, the window including a lower portion that is non-transparent; and', 'a storage bin on a lower portion of the door, wherein the lower portion of the window obstructs viewing of the storage bin through the window when the door is in the closed position., 'a door pivotably coupled to the cabinet and movable between a closed position for closing the storage compartment and an open position for allowing access to the storage compartment, the door including2. The refrigeration appliance of claim 1 , further comprising an interior light in the cabinet claim 1 , wherein the window is tinted to hinder viewing through the window when the interior light is not energized.3. The refrigeration appliance of claim 1 , wherein the storage bin is removable from the door.4. The refrigeration appliance of claim 1 , further comprising: a pair of vertical frame members each dimensioned to receive a preformed insulating element, and', 'a lower support assembly attached to a lower portion of each of the pair of vertical frame members, the lower support ...

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13-07-2017 дата публикации

INTERNAL CABINET SUPPORT STRUCTURE

Номер: US20170198962A1
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A cabinet includes a shell having a top wall and first and second side walls extending substantially perpendicular from the top wall. The cabinet further includes a first compartment liner defining a first storage compartment. The cabinet further includes upper and lower support members provided on opposite sides of the first compartment liner and extending substantially parallel to the top wall. The cabinet further includes a first vertical support bar secured to the upper and lower support members that extends substantially parallel to the first and second side walls and between the first compartment liner and the first side wall. The cabinet further includes a second vertical support bar secured to the upper and lower support members that extends substantially parallel to the first and second side walls and between the first compartment liner and the second side wall. The first and second vertical support bars have an L-shaped cross-section. 1. A cabinet comprising:a shell having a top wall and first and second side walls extending substantially perpendicular from the top wall;a first compartment liner provided within the shell, the first compartment liner defining a first storage compartment;an upper support member and lower support member provided on opposite sides of the first compartment liner, the upper and lower support members extending substantially parallel to the top wall;a first vertical support bar secured to the upper and lower support members, the first vertical support bar extending substantially parallel to the first and second side walls and between the first compartment liner and the first side wall; anda second vertical support bar secured to the upper and lower support members, the second vertical support bar extending substantially parallel to the first and second side walls and between the first compartment liner and the second side wall,wherein the first and second vertical support bars have an L-shaped cross-section along a plane that is ...

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27-06-2019 дата публикации

CONTAINER STORAGE RACK APPARATUS

Номер: US20190191873A1
Автор: SISTO Salvatore
Принадлежит:

A storage rack for supporting a plurality of containers has an elongated body configured for mounting in a vertical orientation to a support structure such as a wall. The rack includes laterally extending container mounting apertures configured to engage the narrowed elongated neck portions of the containers. Each container is retained and supported in a cantilevered manner from the rack by their necks. Various configurations of mounting apertures include closed and open geometries. One embodiment of mounting apertures includes an entrance opening having a larger cross-sectional area than an opposite exit opening. The entrance opening includes obliquely angled wall surfaces which facilitate insertion of the container neck into the mounting aperture. 1. A storage rack for holding a plurality of containers , the storage rack comprising:a body extending vertically along a longitudinal axis, the body having a first lateral side defining a first major surface opposite a second lateral side defining a second major surface; anda plurality of container mounting apertures extending through the body from the first major surface to the second major surface;the plurality of mounting apertures being spaced apart and arranged in a linear array extending along the longitudinal axis;each of the apertures configured to receive a narrowed neck portion of one of the containers therethrough;wherein the containers are supported by the neck portion in a cantilevered manner from the body by the mounting apertures.2. The storage rack according to claim 1 , wherein each mounting aperture has a closed-geometry.3. The storage rack according to claim 2 , wherein the body of the rack is vertically elongated having a greater height than a lateral width or a depth measured transversely to the longitudinal axis.4. The storage rack according to claim 1 , wherein each mounting aperture includes an asymmetrically shaped wall surface at a first end of the aperture claim 1 , and a symmetrically shaped ...

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18-06-2020 дата публикации

FURNITURE ASSEMBLY SYSTEM

Номер: US20200187651A1
Автор: SCHLANGER RAPHAEL
Принадлежит:

A furniture assembly system including: a horizontal member; a vertical member arranged to cross said horizontal member as viewed in a plan view; a cross axis extending in an axial direction; a binding element to bind the horizontal member to the vertical member along the cross axis. The horizontal member crosses the vertical member at a crossover interface where the horizontal member is keyed to the vertical member at a keying interface adjacent the crossover interface to limit circumferential rotation therebetween about the cross axis. 1. A furniture assembly system including:a horizontal member extending along a horizontal member axis, including an axially forward surface, an axially rearward surface, an upper surface, a lower surface;a vertical member extending along a vertical member axis and arranged to cross said horizontal member as viewed in a plan view, including a front surface, a rear surface, a left surface, a right surface;a cross axis extending in an axial direction that is generally perpendicular to both said horizontal member axis and said vertical member axis;a binding element to bind said horizontal member to said vertical member along said cross axis;wherein:said horizontal member crosses said vertical member at a crossover interface wherein at least one of: (i) said forward surface axially abuts said rear surface and; (ii) said rearward surface abuts said front surface;said horizontal member is keyed to said vertical member at a keying interface adjacent said crossover interface to limit circumferential rotation therebetween about said cross axis.2. The furniture assembly system according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of: (i) said horizontal member includes a notch and said keying interface is in said notch; and (ii) said vertical member includes a notch and said keying interface is in said notch.3. The furniture assembly system according to claim 1 , wherein both: (i) said horizontal member includes a notch and said keying interface is in ...

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30-07-2015 дата публикации

UNDER MOUNT ROLLER FOR CRISPER SYSTEM

Номер: US20150211785A1
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A refrigerator is provided that includes a crisper system having one or more moveable and removable drawers. The drawers include rollers extending downwardly and outwardly from the drawers to provide maximum storage volume. The rollers are configured to work with channels formed in a support system, which may be integrally formed with a bottom floor of a compartment of the refrigerator. Therefore, the rollers and channels of the support system provide easy access and removability of the drawers of the crisper system. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a refrigerator cabinet having an interior;a support system within the interior and extending between two opposite side walls of the refrigerator cabinet, the support system having an upper surface extending between a front edge and a rear edge;two curvilinear outer channels associated with the upper surface of the support system and generally extending between the front edge and the rear edge, each of the plurality, each of the two curvilinear outer channels disposed proximate to one of the two outside walls; andone or more drawers movably disposed above the support system, each of the one or more drawers having a plurality of rollers extending outwardly from a bottom surface of the one or more drawers.2. The refrigerator of further comprising:one or more inner channels associated with the upper surface of the support system and generally extending between the front edge and the rear edge; andwherein each of the one or more inner channels is adapted to receive at least one of the plurality of rollers from separate one or more drawers.3. The refrigerator of further comprising:a plurality of fixed rollers rotatably disposed within the support system proximate to the front edge of the support system,wherein a portion of each of the plurality of fixed rollers extends above the upper surface of the support system.4. The refrigerator of further comprising:an indent associated with each of the two curvilinear outer channels and the ...

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06-08-2015 дата публикации

A Stone Worktop System, A Composite Stone Board, and a Method of Manufacturing a Composite Stone Board

Номер: US20150216306A1
Автор: Lode Atis Eriks
Принадлежит: Lode Enterprises Pty Ltd

A stone worktop system is disclosed and particularly, but not exclusively, a composite stone worktop system for use by an end user to assemble. In addition, a method of manufacturing a composite stone worktop, a clamping system for a stone worktop system and a clipping system for stone worktops is disclosed. 142.-. (canceled)43. A method of manufacturing a composite stone board including: providing a mixture of stone particles and a binder , providing as mould , wherein the mixture is deposited on the mould and subsequently hardened to provide the composite stone board , wherein the mould includes recesses such that the composite stone hoard has corresponding projections which provide support to the composite stone board.44. A method as claimed in claim 43 , wherein the mould is a hacking hoard claim 43 , the composite stone board claim 43 , therefore claim 43 , being formed with an integral backing board.45. A method as claimed claim 43 , in claim 43 , wherein the method further comprises removing the composite stone board from the mould and placing the composite stone board on a hacking board.46. A method as claimed in claim 43 , wherein the method enables the provision of edges on the composite stone hoard capable of hiding a backing board.47. A method as claims in claim 46 , wherein the mould includes edges on the composite stone board.48. A composite stone board claim 46 , created from a mixture of stone particles and a hinder claim 46 , having integrally formed projections on one surface.49. A composite stone board as claimed in claim 48 , wherein the composite stone board includes integrally formed edges capable of hiding a backing board.50. A composite stone worktop including a composite stone board as claimed in claim 48 , having a hacking board formed therein.51. A composite stone worktop as claimed in claim 50 , wherein the backing board is integrally formed with the composite stone worktop.52. A composite stone worktop as claimed in claim 50 , wherein ...

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27-07-2017 дата публикации

Foldable Post for Shelving Apparatus

Номер: US20170208949A1
Автор: Tsai Frank
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A foldable post for a shelving apparatus includes an upper post member, a lower post member, and a post joint for connecting the upper and lower post members end-to-end. The post joint includes an engaging tongue extended from an end portion of the first post wall of the upper post member, an engaging groove provided at an end portion of the first post wall of the lower post member, and a pivot hinge pivotally coupled the second post walls of the upper and lower post members, such that when the upper and lower post members are pivotally moved to engage the engaging tongue with the engaging groove, the upper and lower post members are interlocked and coupled with each other end-to-end. 126-. (canceled)27. A post arrangement for a shelving apparatus which comprises a supporting frame , comprising:a plurality of foldable posts for detachably coupling with the supporting frame to form the shelving apparatus, each of said foldable posts comprising at least an upper post member, at least a lower post member, and at least a post joint connecting said upper and lower post members to form said respective foldable post such that said upper and lower post members are capable of being selectively unfolded and extended rigidly in an end-to-end and vertically oriented manner and folded pivotally in a side-by-side manner, wherein each of said upper and lower post members has a first post wall and a second post wall extended from said first wall at an angle, wherein said post joint provides an interlock unit that interlocks upper and lower post members with each other end-to-end, and a pivot hinge pivotally coupled to said second post walls of said upper and lower post members, wherein when said upper and lower post members are pivotally moved end-to-end, said upper and lower post members are interlocked and coupled with each other end-to-end, wherein said interlock unit comprises an engaging tongue extended from an end portion of said first post wall of said upper post member and ...

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09-10-2014 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20140300265A1
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A refrigerator is provided. The refrigerator may include a main body having a first storage compartment and a second storage compartment, a first door rotatably coupled to the main body to open and close the first storage compartment, a second door slidably coupled to the main body to open and close the second storage compartment, a receptacle received in the second storage compartment and coupled to the second door to move together with the second door, and a camera installed at the main body to take a picture of an interior of the receptacle. A controller may combine a plurality of pictures taken by the camera as the second door is moved, and may correct the images into an image showing the interior of the receptacle. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a main body having a storage compartment;a door coupled to the main body and configured to move forward of the storage compartment to open the storage compartment and to move toward the storage compartment to close the storage compartment;a receptacle received in the storage compartment and coupled to the door so as to move together with the door;a camera installed at the main body to capture images of an interior of the receptacle;a controller configured to combine an image captured by the camera in a closed state of the door and an image captured by the camera in an open state of the door, and to correct the images into a single corrected image of the interior of the receptacle; anda display configured to externally display the corrected image.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the open state of the door comprises a state in which the door is open with respect to the storage compartment and is stationary.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the open state of the door comprises a state in which the door is open with respect to the storage compartment and is moving.4. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the camera is located at a position corresponding to a front region of the ...

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05-08-2021 дата публикации

STRUCTURAL COLUMN AND MODULAR STRUCTURE FOR ELECTRICAL CABINETS INCLUDING REFERRED STRUCTURAL COLUMN

Номер: US20210235863A1
Принадлежит:

STRUCTURAL COLUMN AND MODULAR STRUCTURE FOR ELECTRICAL CABINETS COMPRISING SAID STRUCTURAL COLUMN, includes a structural column () which, from a single piece, accurately determines two corners or vertexes of a modular structure () for electric cabinets. The modular structure () has four vertically positioned structural columns () and at least eight horizontal beams () connected to each other by means of screws (). This invention also introduces an innovative joint between the elements of the structural columns (), which are joined together by means of welds () and with the aid of limiters (), positioning flaps () and engagers (). Thus, this invention guarantees a perfect square of the modular structure and the correct assembly of the electrical cabinet, with no need for highly specialized labor. The modular structure () presented here can be manufactured entirely from low-cost metal materials such as carbon steel, significantly reducing the manufacturing costs of electrical cabinets. 12318111612424542546551051151211. “STRUCTURAL COLUMN” , characterized by the fact that it comprises two fitting elements () symmetrically attached to the ends of a vertical profile () by means of welds () made on the contacts between the parts , so as to form a single body , particularly in the contact between the positioning flap () and the intermediate areas () and between the limiter () and the structural dowel (); each fitting element () being composed of a structural dowel () and two coupling elements () perpendicularly arranged in relation to the structural dowel (); in a fitting element () , the coupling elements () are attached to the structural dowel () by means of welds () made on the contact areas between said parts; a coupling element () comprises a “C” shaped , stamped part; both the upper and lower faces of the coupling element () have bores () evenly distributed along their length; at one end , the coupling element () has an L-shaped positioning flap () coplanar with the ...

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04-07-2019 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR COORDINATED CONTROL AND OPERATION OF DOUBLE DOORS

Номер: US20190203520A1
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A device for coordinated control and operation of double doors having a plate with a rectilinear motion that is associated with links with adjustable lengths that connect the plate to the double doors, with both the first and the second doors opened when one of the doors is opened and sequentially closed when one of the doors is closed. 1. A device for coordinated control and operation of double doors , comprising:a plate that is connected with a linear motion facilitator;linear motion facilitator is a slider mechanism with a stationary member fixed to one of an interior bottom and an interior top of a cabinet, while the plate is connected to a non-stationary, moving member of the slider mechanism, enabling a linear motion of the plate;adjustable links that connect the plate to respective a first door and a second door;the plate is comprised of:a first and a second pivot openings that are connected to the adjustable links; andconnection openings for connection of the plate with the linear motion facilitator;wherein: both the first and the second doors are opened when one of the first or the second door is opened and are closed when one of the first or the second door is closed.2. The device for coordinated control and operation of double doors as set forth in claim 1 , wherein:the first and the second pivot openings are positioned at respective first and second flanges that extend from the plate at unequal first and second lengths to provide for asymmetric actuation of the first and the second doors.3. The device for coordinated control and operation of double doors as set forth in claim 1 , wherein:the first and the second pivot opening are positioned at respective first and second flanges that extend equally from the plate at equal lengths, but are not aligned to provide for asymmetric actuation of the of the first and the second doors.4. The device for coordinated control and operation of double doors as set forth in claim 1 , wherein:the first and the second ...

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04-07-2019 дата публикации

STORAGE CONTAINER

Номер: US20190204005A1
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A storage container for a refrigerator includes a first storage box and a second storage box. The first storage box includes a first bottom wall and a first peripheral wall surrounding the first bottom wall. The first bottom wall and the first peripheral wall cooperatively define a first storage space. The second storage box includes a second bottom wall and a second peripheral wall surrounding the second bottom wall. The second bottom wall and the second peripheral wall cooperatively define a second storage space. The second bottom wall is formed by an extended portion of the first peripheral wall. 1. A storage container for a refrigerator , the storage container comprising:a first storage box comprising a first bottom wall and a first peripheral wall surrounding the first bottom wall, the first bottom wall and the first peripheral wall cooperatively defining a first storage space;a second storage box comprising a second bottom wall and a second peripheral wall surrounding the second bottom wall, the second bottom wall and the second peripheral wall cooperatively defining a second storage space;wherein the second bottom wall is formed by an extended portion of the first peripheral wall.2. The storage container of claim 1 , wherein the first peripheral wall comprises a first left sidewall claim 1 , a first right sidewall claim 1 , a first front wall claim 1 , and a first back wall; the first left sidewall and the first right sidewall are oppositely arranged; the first front wall and the first back wall are oppositely arranged; the first left sidewall and the first right sidewall are angled toward each other toward the first front wall; the second bottom wall is formed by the first back wall extending away from the first front wall.3. The storage container of claim 2 , wherein the second peripheral wall comprises a second left sidewall claim 2 , a second right sidewall claim 2 , a second front wall claim 2 , and a second back wall; the second left sidewall and the ...

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04-08-2016 дата публикации

UTILITY RACK HAVING END SUPPORTS WITH FOLDING CROSS-MEMBERS

Номер: US20160220017A1
Автор: Hanlon Jared
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A utility rack includes a pair of end supports for supporting one or more shelves there between. Each end support includes a first vertical support having one or more cross members mounted thereto and a second vertical support. The cross members may be mounted to one or more cross member mounts of the first vertical support and are configured to be movable relative to the first vertical support between a stored position in which they are disconnected from the second vertical support and are collapsed inwardly towards the first vertical support for storage or transport and an extended position in which free ends of the cross members may be attached to the second vertical support using fasteners. 1. A utility rack comprising:a plurality of shelves; and a first vertical support, and a second vertical support;', 'a first horizontal support having a first end removably and pivotally connected to the first vertical support and a second end at least one of removably or pivotally connected to the second vertical support;', 'a second horizontal support having a first end removably and pivotally connected to the first vertical support and a second end at least one of removably or pivotally connected to the second vertical support; and', 'a diagonal support having a first end removably and pivotally connected with the first end of the first horizontal support and a second end at least one of removably or pivotally connected with the second end of the second horizontal support; and', 'where the first horizontal support, the second horizontal support, and the diagonal support are each configured to be rotatable with respect to the first vertical support from a first position that is substantially parallel to the first vertical support to a second position that is extended at least partially away from the first vertical support for connecting with the second vertical support., 'an end support disposed on each of opposite sides of the plurality of shelves, the end supports being ...

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13-08-2015 дата публикации

MODULAR MERCHANDISING SYSTEM

Номер: US20150223616A1
Автор: Squitieri Anthony C.
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A modular merchandising system for a retail environment includes a cabinet assembly supporting equipment and selectively configured to store within an interior cavity components coupled to the equipment to provide goods and/or services. The cabinet assembly includes a first side panel, a second side panel, a front panel, a rear panel, a floor panel and a top panel configured to form the interior cavity. The front panel is coupled to one of the first and the second side panel by one or more hinges to permit access to the interior cavity. One or more shelves are selectively positioned at one or more heights to support the components, for example, a printer, a scanner and like input and/or output device, within the interior cavity. 1a cabinet assembly having a first side panel, a second side panel, a front panel, a rear panel, a floor panel, and a top panel configured to form an interior cavity;the front panel is coupled to one of the first side panel and the second side panel by one or more hinges such that the front panel is selectively opened to permit access to the interior cavity;the first side panel and the second side panel each having a plurality of slots arranged at various heights in interior portions of the first side panel and the second side panel, and a plurality of threaded holes, each hole disposed in proximity to one of the plurality of slots;at least two support brackets, each bracket having two or more fingers disposed along a length of each of the extend outwardly from the support bracket;at least one shelf having a first and a second side, the first side of the shelf coupled to a first of the at least two support brackets and the second side of the shelf coupled to a second of the at least two support brackets, wherein the two or more fingers of the at least two support brackets are selectively securable to the plurality of slots at one or more heights within the interior cavity; anda plurality of fasteners, each fastener being received by one of ...

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02-07-2020 дата публикации

TOP ATTACHMENT FOR A LAUNDRY APPLIANCE

Номер: US20200205569A1
Автор: JONES CHRISTOPHER A.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A laundry appliance includes a cabinet including a top edge. A structural panel is attached to the top edge of the cabinet. An adapter panel is attached to the structural panel. The adapter panel extends over at least a portion of an upper surface of the structural panel. A decorative panel is removably coupled to the adapter panel. The decorative panel is disposed over a top surface of the adapter panel. The decorative panel is free of attachment with the cabinet. 1. A laundry appliance , comprising:a cabinet including a top edge;a structural panel attached to the top edge of the cabinet;an adapter panel attached to the structural panel, wherein the adapter panel extends over at least a portion of an upper surface of the structural panel; anda decorative panel removably coupled to the adapter panel, wherein the decorative panel is disposed over a top surface of the adapter panel, and wherein the decorative panel is free of attachment with the cabinet.2. The laundry appliance of claim 1 , wherein the cabinet includes a locating flange extending vertically upward from a top edge to align the structural panel with the top edge of the cabinet.3. The laundry appliance of claim 2 , wherein an end of the locating flange aligns with a bottom surface of the decorative panel when the decorative panel is assembled with the cabinet.4. The laundry appliance of claim 1 , wherein the decorative panel includes at least one snap feature extending from a bottom surface thereof to couple to the adapter panel.5. The laundry appliance of claim 1 , wherein the decorative panel includes a border member extending from at least a portion of a perimeter toward the cabinet when the decorative panel is assembled on the cabinet claim 1 , and wherein the border member defines a concealing cavity.6. The laundry appliance of claim 5 , wherein the adapter panel and at least a portion of the cabinet are disposed in the concealing cavity when assembled.7. The laundry appliance of claim 1 , wherein ...

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23-10-2014 дата публикации

ARTICLE OF FURNITURE

Номер: US20140311389A1

An article of furniture includes a base support, an intermediate support moveably attached to the base support via a first moveable attachment mechanism, and a top support moveably attached to the intermediate support via a second moveable attachment mechanism. The first moveable attachment mechanism includes a first rotatable member that rotates about a first axis of rotation such that the intermediate support is rotatable relative to the base support and is rotatable relative to the top support. The second moveable attachment mechanism includes a second rotatable member that is rotatable about a second axis of rotation such that the top support is rotatable relative to the intermediate support and is also rotatable relative to the base support. 1. An article of furniture comprising:a base support;an intermediate support moveably attached to the base support via a first moveable attachment mechanism;a top support moveably attached to the intermediate support via a second moveable attachment mechanism;the first moveable attachment mechanism comprising a first rotatable member, the first rotatable member rotating about a first axis of rotation such that the intermediate support is rotatable relative to the base support and is rotatable relative to the top support; andthe second moveable attachment mechanism comprising a second rotatable member, the second rotatable member being rotatable about a second axis of rotation such that the top support is rotatable relative to the intermediate support and is also rotatable relative to the base support.2. The article of furniture of wherein the article of furniture is a counter.3. The article of furniture of wherein the second moveable attachment mechanism is also comprised of a slideability mechanism by which the top support is horizontally moveable relative to the intermediate support and the base support.4. The article of furniture of wherein the slideability mechanism is attached between the second rotatable member and ...

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03-08-2017 дата публикации

EQUIPMENT RACK HAVING MOUNTING RAILS

Номер: US20170223864A1
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An equipment rack, mounting rails for the equipment rack, and associated methods. The mounting rails are selectively movable on a frame of the equipment rack and can be clamped to secure the mounting rails to the frame. A clamp of the mounting rail can include a clamp arm having a clamped position and an unclamped position and a lever arm for moving the clamp arm between the clamped and unclamped positions. 1. An equipment rack comprising:a frame assembly including first and second generally horizontal braces, one of the first and second braces being positioned lower than the other of the first and second braces; and a clamp arm movable between a clamped position, in which the clamp arm is in clamping engagement with the brace to secure the rail body in a selected horizontal position on the first brace, and an unclamped position, in which the clamp arm is free from clamping engagement with the first brace to allow the rail body to move horizontally along the first brace, and', 'a lever arm operatively coupled to the clamp arm and configured to rotate relative to the clamp arm to impart movement of the clamp arm between the clamped and unclamped positions., 'a mounting rail including an elongate rail body extending vertically between the first and second braces and a releasable clamp operatively coupled to the elongate rail body, the clamp including'}2. The equipment rack set forth in claim 1 , wherein the clamp includes a cam secured to the lever arm configured to cam lock the lever arm when the clamp arm is in the clamped position.3. The equipment rack set forth in claim 1 , wherein the clamp arm at least partially defines a channel in which the first brace is received.4. The equipment rack set forth in claim 3 , wherein the clamp arm is slidable along the first brace to change the horizontal position of the mounting rail relative to the first and second braces when the clamp arm is in the unclamped position.6. The equipment rack set forth in claim 1 , wherein the ...

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09-08-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR AND DRAWER-TYPE DOOR FOR REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20180224190A1
Автор: YANG Sung Jin
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A refrigerator includes a drawer-type door with a vertical adjustment unit. The drawer-type door includes a front cover for a storage compartment, a support frame coupled to the back side of the cover and operable to slide along a rail, a storage container coupled to the support frame and a vertical adjustment unit configured to adjust a vertical position of the cover. The vertical adjustment unit includes a knob rotatably coupled to the support frame via a rotary screw and comprising a plurality of cam surfaces with different distances from the rotary screw. The cover's vertical position varies with the knob's rotational position. As a user rotates the knob to a predetermined rotational position, a stopper disposed on the cover can retain the knob's position through contact with one of the cam surfaces. Thereby the cover is adjusted to a new height. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body comprising a plurality of storage compartments;a rail extending in a front-back direction of one of said plurality of storage compartments; anda drawer-type door coupled to the rail and configured to slide along the rail,wherein the drawer-type door comprises: a cover configured to cover a storage compartment; a support frame coupled to a back side of the cover and operable to slide along the rail; and a vertical adjustment unit configured to adjust a vertical position of the cover.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the vertical adjustment unit comprises a knob rotatably coupled to the support frame via a rotary screw and comprising a plurality of cam surfaces having different distances from the rotary screw claim 1 , and wherein further the vertical position of the cover varies with a rotational position of the knob.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the vertical adjustment unit comprises:a knob rotatably coupled to the support frame via a rotary screw and comprising a plurality of cam surfaces having different distances from the rotary screw; anda stopper disposed ...

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26-08-2021 дата публикации

FURNITURE SYSTEM

Номер: US20210259410A1
Принадлежит: Siematic Möbelwerke GmbH & Co. KG

A furniture system with mounting rails fastened to a wall or rear wall and which have openings, and suspension portions connected to stockage elements that can be suspended in said openings. The furniture system further has a rear wall which extends, with two longitudinal narrow sides, substantially in the vertical direction and which rests on or is fastened to the mounting rails, wherein a strip-like rear wall side part is arranged in parallel with one longitudinal narrow side, in parallel with both longitudinal narrow sides of the rear wall, and which rests on or is fastened to the mounting rail. A recess or gap is formed in a transition region from the rear wall to the rear wall side part, between the longitudinal narrow side of the rear wall and the longitudinal narrow side of the rear wall side part, allowing access to openings of a mounting rail. 11. A furniture system () comprising:{'b': 17', '17', '18', '19', '18', '19, 'i': a', 'b,', 'b, 'mounting rails (), which are in particular to be fastened to a wall or rear wall and which comprise openings () in which suspension portions () connected to stockage elements (, ) are suspended or can be suspended;'}{'b': 13', '17, 'a rear wall () which extends, with two longitudinal narrow sides, substantially in the vertical direction and which rests on or is fastened to the mounting rails ();'}{'b': 16', '13', '17, 'at least one in particular strip-like rear wall side part () arranged at least in parallel with one longitudinal narrow side, in particular in parallel with both longitudinal narrow sides of the rear wall (), which rear wall side part rests on or is fastened to the mounting rail (); and'}{'b': 20', '13', '16', '13', '16', '17', '17, 'i': 'a', 'a recess, in particular a gap (), in a transition region from the rear wall () to the rear wall side part (), in particular between the longitudinal narrow side of the rear wall () and the longitudinal narrow side of the at least one rear wall side part (), which gap ...

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24-08-2017 дата публикации

WALL MOUNTED MODULAR WINE RACK STORAGE APPARATUS

Номер: US20170238705A1
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A modular wine rack storage apparatus mounted to a wall and designed to secure a plurality of interchangeable bottle support arms is provided. The wine rack storage apparatus includes a mounting C-bracket detachably coupled to studs of the wall possessing elongated adjustment holes top and bottom. The C-brackets support a horizontal main wall connector which in turn supports a series of wine bottle support arms, connected metal bottle support arms configured to accept the shape of wine bottles. 1. A modular wine rack storage apparatus , the apparatus comprised of one or more C-shaped cross-section C-brackets mounted to a wall , one or more C-shaped cross-section main wall connectors , one or more C-shaped wine bottle support arms , and one or more wine racks ,the C-brackets possessing an upper surface and a lower surface, each possessing a pair of elongated slot penetrations through their upper and their lower surfaces,the main wall connectors possessing an upper and a lower surface, each surface possessing a series of screw holes through said surfaces separated by one inch center-to-center,the wine bottle support arms possessing an upper and a lower surface, each surface possessing a series of screw holes through said surfaces separated by one inch center-to-center and matching the hole spacing of the main wall connector,the assembled wine rack storage apparatus comprising the C-brackets detachably coupled to wall studs through any wall board covering said wall studs, one or more main wall connectors detachably connected to the C-brackets by means of metal screws, the C-brackets connected to the wall studs in such a manner that they support the main wall connectors in a horizontal orientation,the elongated slot penetrations in the surfaces of the C-bracket permitting the connection to the main wall connector to be adjusted so that the brackets can be mounted in the centers of the wall studs and the main wall connector adjusted over them,the assembled wine rack ...

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24-08-2017 дата публикации

Dual Side Post for Multiple Shelving Apparatus

Номер: US20170238710A1
Автор: Tsai Frank
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A dual side post, which is arranged for a multiple shelving apparatus constructed by two or more shelving apparatus each including a plurality of shelf supporting beams and a plurality of cross members, includes a plurality of vertical posts. Each vertical post has an inner attachment surface, a plurality of attachment slots spacedly formed at the inner attachment surface, and a retention slot formed on the inner attachment surface for coupling with the cross member. The attachment slots are lined up in two columns that the retention slot is located between the two columns of the attachment slots. One of the vertical posts serves as a common post that the two columns of the attachment slots thereof are arranged for respectively coupling two of the shelf supporting beams at opposite directions so as to interconnect two or more shelving apparatus to form the multiple shelving apparatus. 1. A dual side post for a multiple shelving apparatus constructed by two or more shelving apparatus each comprising a plurality of shelf supporting beams and a plurality of cross members , wherein said dual side post comprises:a plurality of vertical posts, each having an inner attachment surface, a plurality of attachment slots spacedly formed at said inner attachment surface, and a retention slot formed on said inner attachment surface for coupling with an end of each of the cross members through the retention slot, wherein said attachment slots are lined up in two columns that said retention slot is located between said two columns of said attachment slots and is spacedly apart from said attachment slots, such that at least one of said vertical posts serves as a common post that said two columns of said attachment slots thereof are arranged for respectively coupling two of the shelf supporting beams at opposite directions so as to interconnect two or more shelving apparatus to form the multiple shelving apparatus.2. The dual side post claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein said ...

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23-08-2018 дата публикации

Fridgechest - refrigerator-style ice chest/cooler

Номер: US20180238607A1
Автор: Lagasse David C.
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An ice chest/cooler with a hinged wall door that opens to a multi drawer compartment for food and beverage storage. The other compartment of the ice chest-cooler is for ice storage and is accessed through one of two top lids. A mesh divider wall separates the two compartments and allows the ice to chill the drawer compartment. The drawer system provides organization and helps prevent cross contamination between foods and beverages and with the ice. Ice melt should accrue at a slow rate, with the separated compartments reducing open exposure of the ice while using the front wall door for access to food and beverages. And when the ice lid is opened for access to the ice only, the drawer compartment's open exposure is reduced. 16-. (canceled)7. A portable insulated ice chest-cooler comprising:body, of an outer shell and inner shell with insulation layer between shells, and having four walls and a floor and open top with a pair of hinged top lids attached to the body; andan opening on the front wall with a hinged and latched wall door, and that wall door provides access to a cavity containing drawers for food, beverage or other storage; anddrawers are leakproof and operate on a glide system with airspace between drawers for air temperature transfer; anddrawer cavity is separated from the other cavity of the ice storage by a porous mesh dividing wall, which allows chilled air transfer throughout the drawer compartment.8. The other cavity of the ice chest-cooler is for ice storage and is accessed by a hinged top lid , with an ice scoop holder as part of the underside of the lid , and inside the ice chest-cooler , the two cavities are separated by a porous mesh divider wall and wherein as ice melts , water accumulates in a reservoir at the bottom of the ice chest-cooler and in contact only with itself , render it potable water.9. Porous mesh divider wall separating the two cavities , is of a pattern to retain ice within it's cavity yet allow a fluid connection with the ...

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30-08-2018 дата публикации

GLASS CERAMIC WORKTOP

Номер: US20180242733A1
Принадлежит: EUROKERA S.N.C.

An appliance includes at least one worktop formed from at least one substrate made of a monolithic glazing material and of area larger than 0.7 m. The substrate has a luminosity L* lower than 10, a haze lower than 30% and a light transmission Tlower than 10%. The appliance also includes at least one light source to materialize one or more zones or one or more elements or displays of the substrate, the at least one light source being located under the substrate and being hidden thereby when the at least one light source is turned off. The appliance also includes at least one interface for communicating with at least one element of the worktop and/or wirelessly with at least one external element. The appliance does not include any heating elements. 1. An appliance , comprising:{'sup': '2', 'sub': 'L', 'at least one worktop formed from at least one substrate made of a monolithic glazing material and of area larger than 0.7 m, said substrate having a luminosity L* lower than 10, a haze lower than 30% and a light transmission Tlower than 10%;'}at least one light source configured to materialize one or more zones or one or more elements or displays of the substrate, the at least one light source being located under the substrate and being hidden thereby when the at least one light source is turned off; andat least one interface for communicating with at least one element of the worktop and/or wirelessly with at least one external element,said appliance being without any heating elements.2. The appliance as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the area of the substrate made of a glazing material is larger than 0.9 m claim 1 , the thickness of said substrate is at least 2 mm claim 1 , and said thickness of the substrate is smaller than 15 mm.3. The appliance as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the substrate made of a glazing material occupies at least 50% of the area of the worktop.4. The appliance as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the substrate is made of tempered glass or glass-ceramic ...

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30-08-2018 дата публикации

Systems for Shielding, Protecting, and Decorating Valued Surfaces and Products Thereby

Номер: US20180242739A1
Автор: Adams Kimberly K.
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A system for providing functional and decorative elements for shielding, which is an easily stored and foldable large piece of protective coverage, preserving the integrity of at least the upper surface of a working space, likewise the system is crafted for counters, tables and the like by offering quasi-customized and faux/simulacros designs such as Carrera marble, silastone, colors, wood, patterned designs (such as wallpaper designs) and other ornamental and artistic or customized features. An application for smart devices facilitates rapid generation of finished pieces according to the present invention. 1. A system for providing both functional and decorative elements for shielding , comprising , in combination:At least a modular piece of protective coverage having and upper and lower surface to cover the top of an article having an upper surface; and,One or more joining members or connection elements associated therewith;Whereby the at least one modular piece of protective covering can be disposed on the top of the upper surface of the article to be covered creating a second surface shielding the article to be covered from impacts from other material, when the system is arranged in a first or flattened position.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more joining members or connection elements are operatively linked to the at least a modular piece of protective coverage claim 1 , by attachment thereto claim 1 , such that the at least one modular piece may be folded to a configuration smaller than its first or flattened position claim 1 , into a second or folded position.3. The system of claim 2 , the at least a modular piece of protective coverage effective for preserving surface integrity of at least the upper surface of article having an upper surface being covered.4. The system of claim 3 , the at least a modular piece of protective coverage having an upper surface selected from the group of pre-existing patterns and one to be customized based upon the ...

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08-08-2019 дата публикации

Keg storage assembly with securement hook

Номер: US20190239642A1
Автор: Harold Culverson
Принадлежит: Individual

A storage assembly for vertical storage of a plurality of beer kegs. The storage assembly includes a frame comprising two vertical members and a series of attached horizontal members to support vertically stored beer kegs. The storage assembly has an inferior shelf and a superior shelf. The superior horizontal frame member comprises a centrally attached hook having a part which is positioned through an aperture of the superior keg to provide secure positioning on the superior shelf.

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08-08-2019 дата публикации

Universal Shelving Unit

Номер: US20190239648A1
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A shelving unit made from universal components. The shelving unit can include components including one or more brackets, beams, and support arms. Each of these components is shaped and includes apertures that provide for usage in different configurations. This provides for the different components to be assembled in a variety of different arrangements. The shelving unit can also include one or more corner brackets to support the shelving unit in a corner formed by two walls. 1. A universal shelving unit comprising: first and second sides that are aligned at 90 degrees relative to each other;', 'apertures that extend through the first and second sides of the bracket, the apertures being arranged in sets of at least two and that are symmetrical about a centerline of the bracket;, 'a plurality of brackets each comprising first and second sides that are aligned at 90 degrees relative to each other; and', 'apertures that extend through the first and second sides of the beam, the apertures being arranged in sets of at least two and that are symmetrical about a centerline of the beam; and, 'a plurality of beams each comprisinga plurality of support arms each comprising an elongated shape with opposing first and second ends and apertures positioned at the first and second ends.2. The universal shelving unit of claim 1 , further comprising at least one corner bracket comprising:a top side;first and second sides that are connected and extend from the top side and aligned at 90 degrees relative to each other; anda junction wall that is connected to and extends from the top side and is positioned between and connected to each of the first and second sides.3. The universal shelving unit of claim 2 , wherein an outer side of each of the first side claim 2 , the second side claim 2 , the top claim 2 , and the junction wall is flat.4. The universal shelving unit of claim 1 , wherein the sets of apertures that extend through the bracket comprise:a first set of the apertures on the ...

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08-08-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20190242641A1
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A refrigerator of the present invention comprises: a cabinet that includes a storage compartment having an opening formed on the front side thereof; a door rotatably connected to the cabinet to open and close the opening; a drawer disposed within the storage compartment to accommodate stored goods therein; a drawer guide that supports the drawer and guides the drawer in order to enable the drawer to move forward and rearward; an extraction mechanism that includes a base part that is disposed below the drawer and moves forward while the door is opened and rearward while the door is closed, a rear frame that extends from the base part toward the rear side of the drawer and pushes the drawer forward when the base part moves forward, and an arm that extends forward from the rear frame and is disposed between the drawer and a side of the storage compartment; and an arm guide disposed between the side of the storage compartment and the drawer to guide the arm in order to enable the arm to move forward and rearward. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet with a storage compartment, the storage compartment provided in a front surface of the cabinet with an opening;a door hinged to the cabinet that is configured to open and close at least a portion of the opening;a drawer disposed in the storage compartment that is configured to store goods;a drawer guide that is configured to support the drawer and to guide the drawer to move in a forward-rearward direction;a withdrawal mechanism comprising a base part disposed at a lower side of the drawer, a rear frame that is configured to extend from the base part toward a rear of the drawer to push the drawer forward when the base part is moved forward, and an arm that extends forward from the rear frame to be disposed between the drawer and a side surface of the storage compartment;an electric driving means to move the withdrawal mechanism forward or rearward in response to the opening and closing operation of the door; andan arm ...

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06-09-2018 дата публикации

GLASS CERAMIC WORKTOP

Номер: US20180249822A1
Принадлежит: EUROKERA S.N.C.

An item of equipment includes at least one worktop formed of at least one substrate made of transparent monolithic glass material with a surface area of greater than 0.7 m. The substrate exhibits a light transmission Tof greater than 10% and an opacity indicator of between 5 and 90. The substrate is predominantly or completely bare or provided with coating(s). The item of equipment also includes at least one light source to materialize one or more zones or one or more elements or displays of the substrate. The item of equipment also includes at least one interface for communication with at least one element of the worktop and/or with at least one external element for wireless communication. The item of equipment is being devoid of heating elements. 1. An item of equipment , comprising:{'sup': '2', 'sub': L', 'L, 'at least one worktop formed of at least one substrate made of transparent monolithic glass material with a surface area of greater than 0.7 m, said substrate exhibiting a light transmission Tof greater than 10% and an opacity indicator of between 5 and 90, said substrate being predominantly or completely bare or provided with coating(s) such that the substrate thus coated exhibits a haze of less than 15% and/or a light transmission Tof greater than 60% and/or an opacity indicator of less than 85,'}at least one light source, intended to materialize one or more zones or one or more elements or displays of the substrate, the source occurring straight above the substrate, for a display by projection, or under the substrate, for a display by transmission through the substrate, andat least one interface for communication with at least one element of the worktop and/or with at least one external element for wireless communication,said item of equipment additionally being devoid of heating element(s).2. The item of equipment as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the surface area of the substrate made of glass material is greater than 0.9 m claim 1 , the thickness of said ...

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06-09-2018 дата публикации

GLASS CERAMIC FURNITURE SURFACE

Номер: US20180249824A1
Принадлежит: EUROKERA S.N.C.

A piece of furniture comprises at least one surface formed of at least one glass-ceramic monolithic substrate having a thickness of less than 15 mm, an expansion coefficient of less than 30×10Kbetween 20° C. and 400° C., and a surface area of greater than or equal to 0.1 m. 1. A piece of furniture comprising:{'sup': −7', '−1', '2, 'at least one surface formed of at least one glass-ceramic monolithic substrate having a thickness of less than 15 mm, an expansion coefficient of less than 30×10Kbetween 20° C. and 400° C., and a surface area of greater than or equal to 0.1 m.'}2. The piece of furniture as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the glass-ceramic substrate also has at least one of the following characteristics: Young's modulus of between 80 and 100 GPa claim 1 , flexural strength of between 110 and 220 MPa claim 1 , thermal conductivity of less than 2 W/m·K claim 1 , resistance to thermal shocks of between 250° C. and 700° C. claim 1 , density of between 2.3 and 2.7 claim 1 , resistance to acids of between 0 and 2 mg/cm claim 1 , and resistance to bases of between 0 and 1 mg/cm.3. The piece of furniture as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the surface area of the glass-ceramic substrate is greater than 0.2 m claim 1 , the thickness of said substrate is at least 2 mm the glass-ceramic substrate further having an expansion coefficient of less than 13.10Kbetween 20° C. and 400° C.4. The piece of furniture as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said glass-ceramic substrate occupies at least 50% of the surface area of a face of the piece of furniture.5. The piece of furniture as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the glass-ceramic substrate has a flatness of less than 0.1% of the diagonal of the glass-ceramic substrate.6. The piece of furniture as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the glass-ceramic substrate is structured.7. The piece of furniture as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the glass-ceramic substrate is coupled to a second substrate claim 1 , the second substrate being at least one ...

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15-09-2016 дата публикации

CHANNEL TUBE AND TUBE NUT FRAMING APPARATUS

Номер: US20160262541A1
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A mechanical framework () is formed with a basic tube nut () and channel tube () geometry. A threaded faster () is used to attach the elements. Orthogonal elements can be strengthened by an angle bracket () and nut plate (). The edges () of the channel tube () are scalloped by a series of indentations () which engage the fastener () and resist rotation of the tube nut () within the channel tube (). Additional tube nuts () provide an additional single flange () and pair of flanges () respectively. The tube nut () includes a turret () that fits between guide rails () so as to form a continuous planar surface when mounted within the channel tube (). 1. A structural assembly comprising: at least one inner protrusion extending from at least one sidewall; and', 'a plurality of perforations, the perforations residing on each sidewall, the, 'a channel tube formed to include at least three sidewalls, the channel tube comprisingperforations having a size and spacing so as to form a substantially identical pattern of perforations on each side of the channel tube; anda channel nut, the channel nut being formed as a substantially rectangular solid having four substantially identical edge regions, each edge region being shaped and sized to engage one of the inner protrusions of the channel tube such that at least two of the substantially identical edge regions are slidable along the edge regions to permit placement of the channel nut at a desired location, each channel nut including at least one bore adapted to receive a fastener passing through a perforation of the channel tube.2. The structural assembly of claim 1 , wherein the channel nut further comprises a shelf region claim 1 , the shelf region residing between two opposite sidewalls of the channel tube.3. The structural assembly of claim 2 , wherein the shelf region further comprises:(a) a planar region;(b) a wall region;(c) a radial outer corner, the radial outer corner interconnecting the planar region and the wall ...

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