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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8066237 | Device for holding packages A device for holding a plurality of dispensing packages enables the packages to be independently removed and replaced. In one embodiment, the holding device includes a rear wall and a pair of sidewalls extending at an angle from said rear wall. The sidewalls each in... | 11/29/2011 |
| 8052107 | Satellite receiver The present invention provides a satellite receiver comprising a base, a rotation stand, an adjusting mechanism, and a positioning device. The base has an axis aperture and a first slot. The rotation stand is rotatably attached to the base through the axis aperture.... | 11/08/2011 |
| 7988109 | Fixing mechanism and a computer casing with the fixing mechanism A fixing mechanism assembled on brackets of a computer casing. The fixing mechanism includes a main portion; a connecting portion disposed on the main portion, the connecting portion movably connecting to the bracket; at least one restriction portion connecting with... | 08/02/2011 |
| 7963489 | Extension mechanism for a mounting system An improved mounting system for use with display units and other devices of various sizes. A mounting system of the present invention includes a surface mounting bracket and at least one device mounting bracket. At least one of the surface mounting bracket and the a... | 06/21/2011 |
| 7905457 | Interlocking brackets for filter capsules and method of forming the same Interlocking brackets for filter capsules are provided. According to one embodiment, a filter capsule bracket includes a first bracket portion including a first side having a concave surface and at least one plug; and a second bracket portion including a first side ... | 03/15/2011 |
| 7883065 | Mounting bracket A mounting bracket assembly has a stationary bracket to be mounted on a pole or other surface, and an adjustable bracket to be attached to the object to be mounted. The adjustable bracket is then positioned on the stationary bracket to mount the object on the surfac... | 02/08/2011 |
| 7861986 | Bracket and method for supporting a cubicle wall on a movable wall having horizontal mounting channels A bracket and method for supporting a cubicle wall on a movable wall having at least one horizontal mounting channel. The bracket has a lower bracket member and at least an upper bracket member that attaches to a movable wall module. A cubicle wall start is then cou... | 01/04/2011 |
| 7823847 | Display mount with post-installation adjustment features A display mount with post-installation adjustment features according to embodiments of the present disclosure addresses the above-mentioned needs of the industry. The mount may include two or more wall brackets, each having a vertically shiftable carrier assembly. C... | 11/02/2010 |
| 7690607 | Bracket for mounting a guiding rail Bracket for mounting a guiding rail to a support surface. The mounting bracket includes a body part having a main body defining a mounting hole and opposite parallel first and second snap flanges. The bracket further has a clip part for engaging its body part and ha... | 04/06/2010 |
| 7673837 | Wall mounted display apparatus A display apparatus includes a display main body that displays an image. The display apparatus includes a base plate mounted to an installation surface, a main body bracket that supports the display main body, and a hinge bracket that couples the main body bracket t... | 03/09/2010 |
| 7658353 | Adjustable supports for mounting a planar object between opposed surfaces The present invention is an adjustable support for installing a planar sheet of material between opposed surfaces for protection from events such as storms. The supports secure the planar sheet to an opening such as a door and window, thereby holding it in place dur... | 02/09/2010 |
| 7624956 | Devices for fastening an exhaust manifold to an internal combustion engine A device for fastening an exhaust manifold to an internal combustion engine is provided. The device includes two parts. A first part that has first elongated holes for a screw fastening to the engine and openings for a screw fastening of a second bracket part. The s... | 12/01/2009 |
| 7568669 | Docking station for electronic module An apparatus for securing a module in a fixed position is disclosed. The apparatus includes at least two guidance mechanisms, which are used to direct the module into the proper position during its insertion into the apparatus. The apparatus also includes a securing... | 08/04/2009 |
| 7523900 | Movable book and table holder A multilayer tray system especially for a hospital bed having side rails includes a first rectangular structure having hooks along each lateral edge for being supported on the top edge of the side rails, the first rectangular structure has cavities formed in the upp... | 04/28/2009 |
| 7503534 | Universal bathroom accessory system A “Universal Unit” is disclosed, for use singly or in pairs, to form a bathroom accessory system. The Universal Unit has a back portion with a substantially flat front surface and a rear surface which is adapted for mounting on a wall. The Universal Unit has an ... | 03/17/2009 |
| 7429025 | Adjustable bar and fixture box assembly A hanger assembly including an adjustable bar and a fixture box for rapidly installing and centering an electrical fixture over a hole in a ceiling. The adjustable bar includes an elongated tubular member, a threaded rod rotatably connected to the tubular member, jo... | 09/30/2008 |
| 7429021 | Sink support system An exemplary embodiment of a system for mounting a sink to a support structure includes first and second support members. The first and second support members are adapted for fitting together along a range of positions to provide a variable length sink support syste... | 09/30/2008 |
| 7410135 | Reusable holding system for pyrotechnic, shaft bearing devices By providing a hand holdable, reusable, holding system which enables users to insert any small diameter, shaft supporting pyrotechnic device, such as a sparkler, into an aperture and be assured that the shaft of the pyrotechnic device is securely locked to the holdi... | 08/12/2008 |
| 7380372 | Wall bracing system and method of supporting a wall In accordance with one preferred embodiment of the present invention, a wall brace apparatus for use in supporting a damaged wall from the interior of a building basement is disclosed. The wall brace apparatus includes an alignment brace positioned between a floor b... | 06/03/2008 |
| 7367376 | Articulated arm for awnings, with improved elastic effect An articulated arm for awnings is disclosed. The articulated arm comprises an arm and a forearm, joined together by respective articulation configurations located at adjacent ends of the same, which enables them to move between open and closed positions. There is a ... | 05/06/2008 |
| 7341229 | Spindle supporting assembly A spindle supporting assembly includes a pair of brackets each removably positioned on one of a pair of studs. The studs are spaced from each other. Each of the brackets has one of a pair of arms attached thereto. The arms extend outwardly from one of the studs and ... | 03/11/2008 |
| 7334765 | Display apparatus The present invention relates to a display apparatus having: a display to display a picture; a mounting unit to mount the display on a mounting surface. The mounting unit has: a supporting bracket to support the display; a tilting hinge provided between the mounting... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7335858 | Toaster using infrared heating for reduced toasting time A toaster uses radiant heat at infrared wavelengths optimized for producing rapid and uniform toasting of a food product. The infrared wavelengths of the radiated heat are selected for optimum speed and quality (browning and moisture content) of the food product. Th... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7334766 | Panel mounting unit A display panel mounting unit comprising a mounting plate and at least two mounting supports. The mounting plate includes first and second support flanges having a longitudinal first member for attachment to a display panel; and a longitudinal second member attached... | 02/26/2008 |
| 7331550 | Underbody mounting system A system for mounting a display device from the underside of a body having a planar surface, comprises a mounting bracket coupled to the planar surface of the underside of a body and a tilt block rotatably coupled to the mounting bracket. The tilt block is rotatable... | 02/19/2008 |
| 7323663 | Multi-purpose oven using infrared heating for reduced cooking time An oven using radiant heat at infrared wavelengths optimized for producing rapid and uniform cooking of a wide variety of foods. The infrared oven toasts, bakes, broils, and re-heats food at a much faster speed while maintaining high quality in taste and appearance ... | 01/29/2008 |
| 7318572 | Mounting device for a flat screen display panel A mount for attaching a flat screen display panel is disclosed in which a wall bracket is attached to a support surface, a panel bracket is secured to a display panel, and the two brackets then cooperate to securely affix the display panel to the support surface whi... | 01/15/2008 |
| 7311290 | Component awning and light support system A kit of components for constructing and installing an awning and light support system to provide sun and weather protection to a window or door of a structure. Included therein are a pair of uniquely constructed bracket members having an L-shaped configuration with... | 12/25/2007 |
| 7303170 | Mounting apparatus A mounting apparatus includes a bracket (10), a cage (20), a front panel (30), and two sliding members (40). The bracket defines two locking openings (122) therein. The cage is slidably attachable to the bracket. The front panel is... | 12/04/2007 |
| 7284671 | Recreational board rack system A system for storing recreational boards on a wall is disclosed, and comprises at least one recreational board storage rack for supporting a recreational board on a wall surface. The recreational board storage rack comprises a base plate for mounting on a wall surfa... | 10/23/2007 |
| 7283125 | Text input device and adapter mechanism A text input device for attachment to a game controller includes a small-sized housing, upper and lower faces, a plurality of text entry keys disposed on the upper face, and an attachment interface disposed on the lower face. A bracket for attaching the text input d... | 10/16/2007 |
| 7278544 | System and method for storing and dispensing items A system and method for storing items, such as food wrapping products, according to which two or more stacked modules are provided with each being adapted to store, and permit the dispensing of, a plurality of items. ... | 10/09/2007 |
| 7272892 | Device and method for arranging a flat panel display A device and method for arranging a display allows for the easy installation of a display in a home entertainment system. The flexibility of modern home entertainment/theater systems that include a digital display device permits many different installation options. ... | 09/25/2007 |
| 7271336 | Adjustable mounting bracket assembly for mounting an electrical box An adjustable mounting bracket assembly for mounting an electrical box that includes: (a) a mounting bracket that includes a mounting plate having a first opening for receiving an electrical box and a rail having a first aperture; a mounting bracket attaching end; a... | 09/18/2007 |
| 7271335 | Combination mounting bracket and adapter plate for mounting electrical boxes A mounting system for securing an electrical box within a wall of a building. The electrical box is of typical construction having an open side thereof. The mounting system consists of an elongated bracket having one end region secured to the wall structure and a ge... | 09/18/2007 |
| 7270339 | Wheelbarrow rack A wheelbarrow rack is disclosed generally comprising first and second rack stands, first and second upright posts connected to the first and the second rack stands respectively, multiple wheelbarrow support braces pivotally attached between the upright posts, and mu... | 09/18/2007 |
| 7253805 | Text input device and adapter mechanism A text input device for attachment to a game controller includes a small-sized housing, upper and lower faces, a plurality of text entry keys disposed on the upper face, and an attachment interface disposed on the lower face. A bracket for attaching the text input d... | 08/07/2007 |
| 7240884 | Mounting device of sprinkler A mounting device of a sprinkler comprises: a main body provided with a pair of side plates and an upper plate disposed on upper portions of the side plate; a rail mounting portion formed at lower ends of the side plates and insertedly fixed to a support rail; a sup... | 07/10/2007 |
| 7228655 | Revolving lock rod storage holder A revolving lock rod storage holder is disclosed including a revolving lock having a first spring cavity and a first spring anchor member, a revolving lock body operatively engaged to the revolving lock, the revolving lock body having a second spring cavity and a se... | 06/12/2007 |
| 7226027 | Device for mounting an object at the corner of a room An assembly for mounting an object at a corner area of a room. A first embodiment includes a mounting member having a rear cutout. The mounting member is secured to the walls adjacent the corner to define a receiving area for receipt of an insertion member attached ... | 06/05/2007 |
